My Coldhearted Ex demands a Remarriage by Eva Blackwood

Chapter 923:

Kyson pressed, “Shouldn’t you prioritize what truly matters?”

“My commitments matter significantly! I have an upcoming social event in a few days, and I’ve recently developed several blemishes from stress. I couldn’t possibly attend looking less than my best, could I?” Marina leaned toward Kyson, attempting to showcase the imperfections on her complexion.

“Keep your distance.” Kyson retreated with evident distaste, gently pushing her shoulder. “Consider this alternative: invite Carrie to join you, then depart early, allowing me to dine with her afterward.”

Marina scrutinized Kyson thoroughly, shaking her head with resignation. “Kyson, our family truly possesses an extraordinary talent for producing hopelessly lovesick individuals.”

Kyson urged impatiently, “Carrie has likely returned home but hasn’t retired for the night. Send her a message immediately.”

“Very well,” Marina conceded, returning to her bedside. She retrieved her phone and composed a message to Carrie. Only then did Kyson depart, advising, “Get some rest.”

rising early to fulfill her professional obligations at the company. During her midday break, as she scrolled through a food delivery app, she suddenly recalled her commitment to lunch with Marina—a promise made just before retiring the previous

she had contemplated declining the invitation, but Marina’s persistent entreaties had proven impossible

closed the delivery app, tucked her phone into her bag, and hurried toward their agreed-upon

located near her workplace—a newly inaugurated exotic venue just

tales on

reminiscent of a classic film set, complete with a

private room number Marina had specified, Carrie opened the

excused herself to the restroom, but upon removing her shoes and entering, Carrie quickly noticed there were no signs of women’s attire

face as the realization

with evident confusion. Before she could ask, Kyson spoke, a touch of embarrassment in his voice.

into the seat opposite Kyson and