269 I'm certain I am not married

"We're married."

Silence quickly reigned in the room as Penny's words echoed. They stared at each other blankly before Zoren tilted his head to the side. "No, we're not," he replied flatly.

Penny let out a short laugh, scratching her temple. "Yes, we are."

"No." He shook his head. "I'd know if I were married. as

It was the same thing she had said!

"Mr. Pierson, I know it's hard to believe this, but please, keep an open mind."

Zoren nodded. "I'm listening, and I'm keeping an open mind. It's just that this is not what I expected to hear. I'm not married, Miss Penelope."

"Mr. Pierson, I'm not lying" Penny placed her hand on her chest and forced a smile. "We're married. I have our marriage license."

"Okay."

"Huh?"

Zoren shrugged. "Fine."

"You believe me?"

"No."

"Then what's that 'fine' all about?"

Zoren didn't respond, and even though he couldn't see properly, he slid his eyes to the side. "Nothing."

"That nothing is definitely something! Her heart thudded, nervous about what was going on in. this guy's mind right now.

pulling it out and placing it right in front of him. "You can

Zoren just stared at her before she noticed a shadow of confusion spreading

in disbelief. "Oh... right, you can't see.

up at her, making her wonder if that laugh at the end

necessary.

she quickly explained, then massaged her temple in distress. "Anyway, that's

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certain I am

hospital. That day, I found out about

hospitalized, and as his uncle, I am... oh," Zoren pressed his lips

that girlfriend was

I just made a

Now, he's dead.

Now, Zoren was in for an earful from Benjamin for disclosing all

family. He was not only a boss but also seemed to be a

weird at first glance, but the more I talked to him, the weirder he seemed,' she thought in dismay, finding this trait an odd combination or a misplaced one for someone in his position. This is not what I expected." Penny couldn't help but look up and recall the image she had of this guy. She thought he was worse than Atlas when it came to showing emotions, or

guy? He was... He

only to see him staring at her with the

'He's a little... goofy?"

Penny didn't know if she should feel a little disappointed

claim that we're married, but I can assure you we're not," he spoke

can check, Mr. Pierson. If I show this certificate to your assistant, I know he'll simply say I forged it. So, check with the Civil Bureau. My line is always open for you for discussion."

table and picked it up. "I'll do that, he said as he

seat.

so too until I saw

I'm certain I

rushed to his boss. The latter checked him from head

saw this through the gap in the door and snorted. "Did he think I would

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