Chapter 522:

Carrie’s cheeks flushed as she pushed against his chest, slipping out of his arms. “Billie’s waiting for me.”

“I have to go,” she said hurriedly.

Smoothing her hair, she glanced nervously at the lounge door. Although she knew the office was soundproof, the thought of Oliver unexpectedly walking in made her uneasy. Grabbing her phone, she quickly dialed Oliver’s number.

“Oliver, can you drive me to the Norris Mansion?” she asked.

Oliver answered promptly, “Of course, Mrs. Norris.” Moments later, the door to the adjacent lounge opened, and Oliver stepped out. Kristopher’s gaze darkened as he adjusted his shirt and unbuttoned his collar. His voice was icy. “Oliver, where did you disappear to? Growing lazier by the day, are we?”

“I was just sending some emails, Mr. Norris.” It wasn’t a complete lie—he had been replying to work messages

In a bid to escape the situation,

argue. “Hmm,” was all he said. However, his sharp gaze lingered on Carrie, making

escape the suffocating atmosphere, Carrie hurried out of the office

by the time Carrie arrived. A maid had temporarily filled in for the missing player. The two other women in the

when Kristopher had kept Carrie at arm’s length and Billie hadn’t warmed

looked up and exclaimed with a warm smile, “Carrie! Last time I came by with some health supplements, you left in such a hurry I barely got to see you. But today, you look radiant—more beautiful than when you first got married!” She leaned closer, studying Carrie as if trying to solve a delightful mystery. “No wonder they say

“At your age, trying to step into the entertainment circle? Be careful you don’t throw

Quinn playfully slapped Mrs. Diaz’s arm, and the two women chuckled. Carrie smiled politely, walking further into

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