One year, one love by Aurora Miller

Chapter 82

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“Mr. Hartman, my patience has its limits too.” Doris fearlessly met his icy gaze. “Actually, this necklace was a gift from Lola

She had only meant to tease him, but he actually threw away her necklace. Now that she had told the truth, she’d like to see how he would make it up to her. She wouldn’t accept it anyway.

Lewis glared at her, the corner of his lips curling slightly, even as his eyes remained icy. “Now you’re claiming it came from Lola? Do you really expect me to trust you?”

“It really was from her. If you don’t believe me, call her and ask.” Doris was so angry that her eyes widened.

She thought, I’m telling the truth, yet he thought I’m lying?‘

“There’s no need.” Lewis‘ handsome face remained expressionless.

He thought, “They are best friends–Lola would obviously side with her.

“Believe it or not, this necklace was from Lola. You threw away a gift she gave me–what’s your explanation for that? I want an apology.” Doris was fuming.

“You accepted gifts from another man behind my back, and you expect me to apologize?” Lewis let out a cold scoff. “Keep dreaming.”

“You–you’re impossible!” Doris raised her hand to slap him.

Lewis tightened his grip, making Doris feel as if her arm was about to snap.

“Let go!” Doris lifted her foot and stomped down on him.

Lewis swiftly dodged and released her arm.

Doris shot him a glare, turned on her heels, and ran toward the entrance.

Lewis didn’t stop her. He simply stood there, watching as she flung the door open and left.

He remained motionless, rubbing his temples, feeling irritated. He thought, ‘My wife accepted a gift from another man, yet she blamed me for throwing it away.

kept his eyes fixed on the exit of

ran toward the greenery facing the balcony. Hunched over, she combed through the

her expression, he was certain that she was feeling

there observing her every

He thought, ‘Does she cherish the necklace that much?

stepped back inside. Looking at the cold, untouched dinner on the table, he realized he had no appetite.

he walked further into

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a long time, but the necklace was nowhere to be found. By now, the sky was pitch- black, and the dim

had drained the battery, She had no choice but to stop looking, an emptiness settling

composed herself and went back upstairs.

house was eerily quiet, as if no one was home. Even Biscuit was nowhere to be seen.

the kitchen and gulped

was ice cold. It was only then that she realized how hungry she was. She reheated

was cold, sharp–tongued, and temperamental, but he had

thrown my necklace away. If he doesn’t want to eat, he can starve for all I care.

the mood to watch TV, so she went back

before, Doris didn’t wake up until

had

breakfast, and ate. Then she went downstairs

She gave up looking and decided to go

way, she called Lola.

me good news?” Lola asked.

tightly, thinking about the necklace Lola had given her, which Lewis had thrown

you have to agree to a few conditions,” Doris said with

there are dozens, no problem. Tell me,” Lola said, listening intently.

I’ll put in everything I have. Also, before your investment breaks even,

only fair way

She knew Doris was strong–willed. “Then let’s work together.”

his office after

leaned back in his leather executive chair, striking

wife declined their offer to return to

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