ck to My Worst Birthday and Starting Anew

Chapter 258 A Deal with the Devil

Rex didn’t argue and simply waited for Celeste to continue.

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She tapped her fingers on the table and said, “The first time we met was at the classroom door. Back then, you asked me why Charmaine wasn’t in class. Do you know her?”

Celeste was impulsive by nature, never one to hide her thoughts. She had no idea that Rex was observing all her little expressions.

He let out a soft laugh and casually threw out a remark. “How do you think your dad managed to win the South City development project?”

Celeste froze, her mind racing.

Her dad had told her before that winning the bid wasn’t just due to Charmaine’s encouragement but also thanks to Rex, the big investor backing the project. That’s why he was so eager to please Rex.

But now, why was Rex bringing this up?

Unless …

She hesitantly voiced the possibility that seemed too far–fetched. “Was it because of Charmaine?”

Rex smirked. “You’re not that dumb after all.”

Celeste clamped a hand over her mouth in shock.

Oh. My. God.

her wildest dreams, she had never thought that Charmaine would have any connection to Rex!

legs, watched her dumbfounded reaction with amusement. Then, as if a thought crossed his mind, he leaned forward slightly.

to forget about all the stupid things you’ve done, it’s not

to do

wary.

set you up?” Rex shrugged. “It’s simple.

an instant, and she burst into laughter. “You didn’t even need to ask! Charmaine is my

leisurely added, “And one more thing–let me know who she spends time

Celeste freeze.

So, this sneaky fox finally showed his

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258 A Deal

cluelessness, he clearly had no idea that Charmaine and Emyr were already

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Celeste remained silent. He narrowed his eyes slightly, sensing

as Leah and had bullied Charmaine a few times. Now, she’d suddenly

with work and Charmaine had more friends, he would’ve been

cold. “What’s wrong? Can’t even do this little favor, and you still expect me to forgive you?”

sneered. “I’m not a snitch. I

actually

blow. “Fine, forget it. The

Bang!

burning with rage. Her hands clenched the tablecloth so tightly that she would’ve grabbed Rex by the neck if she had any

man? Just because I

made my offer. If you agree, we’ll work together, and I’ll pretend none of this

the threat was crystal clear.

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