“Are you being pursued by another girl?” She was tenacious in her refusal to change the subject.

However, Richard was hesitant to respond to her question. Furthermore, he didn’t want her to know that the girl in question was her cousin, Annie. Nonetheless, he was adamant about. breaking off the engagement. He wasn’t worried that what he did might hurt his

grandpa’s reputation and planned to go through with what he had decided. After all, he didn’t want to jeopardize Annie’s future. He had never thought about his future with the girl in front of him because he had no intention of marrying in this life.

Angela realized that he had not responded to her question since the start, and she felt quite dejected. She continued to take sips from his mug of tea, but suddenly, she choked on it.

“Cough… Cough…” She clutched her chest. in discomfort as she coughed hard. The choking sensation she felt was very uncomfortable for her.

At that moment, she felt a large hand. gently pat her on the back, and she finally managed to catch her breath. Her face was flushed from all the coughing, and she felt Richard’s hand touch her. forehead at that moment. She was quite angry, so she smacked his hand aside abruptly.

you to show any concern, Captain Lloyd.”

atmosphere suddenly became tense, and Angela turned

and he explained in a low voice, “The person who sent me the text message is

turned her head back to him, her eyes widening in astonishment. “Do

girl I met

chest because, in his grandpa’s eyes, that girl was already his

She couldn’t stop the jealousy that welled up within

his head with a determined look

be intent on pursuing

didn’t look the least bit annoyed. He gave her a solemn look before responding, “Once I’ve completed my mission to protect you, I’ll speak

feelings?” She sighed and felt sympathy

seconds. Angela has no idea that her cousin Annie is the girl she’s referring

my own problems perfectly.” Richard no longer wanted to talk

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