Chapter 842:

Both women could easily discern the other’s motives.

Casual flings were tolerable, but a direct threat to her status as Doug’s wife was not—only over her dead body.

A look of fierce resolve swept over Joyce’s features.

She approached Doug and kissed him in Natalie’s presence.

Despite the scene, Doug’s passion remained undiminished. He embraced Joyce, his breath ragged.

In a hushed tone, Joyce murmured into Doug’s ear, “Ask Natalie to leave! She’s related to Daniela. Daniela won’t approve, and it could complicate your relations with her.”

Doug momentarily froze, his actions halting. His gaze, still lustful, met Joyce’s eyes.

Joyce added, “Hold off. Alexander is working on something bigger. Why settle for less when the genuine article is within reach? Natalie can’t compare to Daniela, can she?”

Joyce tightly, their

both shame

smug as

mocked, “Still here? Planning to watch us all evening?” With a teasing smirk, Joyce turned back to Doug. He

in a shadowy corner, silently

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expression grew stormy, his brows

stairs with a sense of boredom. As the event’s host,

to a secluded part of the courtyard

she barely noticed a pair of shoes stop

Daniela spoke with a chill in her voice. “I’m otherwise engaged this evening. Please, enjoy the wine inside.”

stood up

deep, familiar voice cut through the quiet, causing Daniela to

it’s you.” Daniela narrowed her eyes at the

Alexander couldn’t understand.

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