No Strings Attached

Chapter 231

lan's eyes, which had just been smiling, instantly chilled as he reached for Clara's phone, intending to hang up. But then he heard her soft reply. "Sure, I'm free tomorrow. What kind of food does your mom fancy? I could help her pick a restaurant."

Brodie's smile was gentle. "Aren't you worried my mom will actually take a shine to you?"

"That's what you want, isn't it? For her to like me so you can dodge the arranged marriage back home? Don't worry, I'll make a good impression," Clara said, stirring the spaghetti in the pot.

Brodie pinched the bridge of his nose, feeling helpless. Clara didn't remember him at all. She was no longer the little girl who used to run after him, calling out 'brother.' She had become a self-assured and independent woman.

He gave a half-smile. "Fine, you choose the restaurant, and I'll pick you up from your place."

"No need, Mr. Brodie. I can drive myself there."

Brodie chuckled lowly. "Clara, that formality kind of gives away that you're a rental."

After a few seconds of stunned silence, Clara asked, "So, should I just call you Brodie?"

"Sure. Everyone at home does. It sounds more familiar," he suggested.

with this mission." They agreed on

get two eggs from the fridge and was surprised to find lan standing at the doorway, his eyes full of silent sorrow. "Clara,

he are different. He's a pretend boyfriend,

found nothing. Not even his family background, schools, workplaces - everything's a

and still couldn't uncover Brodie's details, only that he was a criminal psychology expert brought in by the local

to be trifled with. Ian moved closer to Clara and embraced her. His chin rested on her shoulder, his voice muffled. "Clara, I'm injured and afraid

Clara was merciless. "No."

promise I

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cracked the eggs into a bowl and added, "Oh, and you're not even an ex. At best, a

words he had once said to Clara were now being returned with

the victim like Heidi? It

spaghetti on the table and handed lan a pair of cutlery.

firmly, his expression stern. "What do you mean

saying you intentionally got hurt saving me, trying to

after me three years ago. See if there's any

possibility. And get Heidi's

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