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.

the marriage certificate," she said, swiftly pulling it out and placing it right in front of

waited for him to pick it up and check, but he didn't. Instead, Zoren just stared at her before she noticed a shadow of confusion spreading across his

brows before her mouth parted in disbelief. "Oh... right, you can't see. Ha

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

necessary.

Please don't misunderstand, she quickly explained, then massaged her temple in distress. "Anyway, that's actually

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certain I

day, I found out about our

pressed his lips into a thin line, remembering what Dean had told

that girlfriend was

I just made

Now, he's dead.

is getting old, they tend to be forgetful. Now, Zoren was in for an earful from

boss but also seemed to be a good leader. However, there was only one distinct. impression she had of

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? He was... He

set her eyes back on him again, only to see him staring at her with the same plain look he had on

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

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

claim that we're married, but I can assure you we're not," he spoke again, this time with a change

I know he'll simply say I forged it. So, check with the Civil Bureau. My line is always open for you for discussion." Penny carefully slid her calling card to

up. "I'll do that, he said as he got up from his But I'm certain I am not

seat.

thought so too

certain I am

boss. The latter

the door and snorted. "Did he think I would defile his boss or what? Then the door

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