My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 479:

The suspicion from earlier grew. Daxton’s gaze lingered for just a second longer before he swiftly masked his emotions. With the ease of someone used to hiding their vulnerabilities, he said, “You can continue chatting with your classmates. I need to meet a client.”

As Daxton walked away, Ailyn’s gaze shifted back to Carrie, filled with resentment. Her fingers clenched tightly at the hem of her clothes, knuckles turning white.

She had always hated Carrie, even during their school days. Carrie, who seemed to effortlessly attract everything Ailyn desired but could never have.

Teachers adored Carrie. Classmates admired her. Even the cafeteria staff treated her better, sneaking her extra servings of food.

How could someone like Carrie, unloved at home, be so adored by the world? Ailyn thought bitterly, “It’s all because of her face. Everyone is shallow, drawn to her appearance.” But Daxton? He was different.

He wasn’t the type to be swayed by something as superficial as beauty. No, Daxton must have been deceived by Carrie.

Ailyn’s mind spiraled.

must have

he was clearly still willing

is where stories

married, why couldn’t she try harder since she was single? She was no longer the insecure

seen the world, experienced the comfort of

took a deep breath

turning back to

polite but distant, his puzzlement

her bag. “Since we’ve met again by chance,

“I think you’re mistaken. We didn’t know each other before, so there’s no reason

had been observing quietly, smiled at Ailyn and said lightly, “You’re quite bold, adding men