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Chapter 245

Maeve uttered blandly, “It’s getting late. Let’s call it a night and head back.”

Marve stood up first, followed immediately by the executives.

The meal had been uncomfortable for them, and they were eager to end the gathering as soon as possible.

“Now that Mrs. Brooks has spoken, let’s disperse,” one of them suggested.

Several executives rose from their seats. Sergio glanced at Maeve, noting her composed expression as if the incident hadn’t affected her.

Despite the lingering gazes, Sergio stood up and took Maeve’s hand before heading toward the exit.

Although Maeve frowned, she refrained from saying anything due to the situation.

Once outside, Sergio opened the car door and gestured for Maeve to enter before following suit.

without waiting for her before hurrying after him.

Cecilia’s expression soured.

left her behind.

like me would catch Sergio’s eye.” Clara emerged from behind Cecilia,

expression and asked in confusion, “Do I

perform those clumsy acts in front of me. Let me tell you, even Maeve once had to mimic my style just to catch Sergio’s eye. Now, you’re just an imitator,” Clara retorted

she had just thought of the perfect plan.

the woman before her would be able

seriously either. There’s no need to bring up

get ahead, whereas I’m

her thoughts, Cecilia descended the steps and

clenched her fists,

want to compete with me? Then, I’ll make the

remarked, “Sergio, are

car was already going over 120 miles per hour, and Maeve couldn’t understand why

pulled the car over by the side of the road after Maeve’s remark. He slammed on the brakes so hard that Maeve lunched forward, nearly colliding with the

What’s gotten into you?” Maeve

His tone was key as he replied, “Did you cause today’s events?”

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