Richest Mogul

Chapter 1389

Stephen noticed Simona's silence and grew concerned.

"Simona? Where are you? Are you in the dorm? Are you feeling unwell? Or are you still upset with me? Please say something. Otherwise, I'll be worried."

Hearing Stephen's worried and concerned tone, Simona suddenly wondered if he had some hidden difficulties. After all, someone as good as Stephen wouldn't deceive her without a reason.

But that thought quickly faded this wasn't just about some simple hidden troubles. It had to be more complicated than that.

"Stephen, what were you busy with when I called earlier?" she asked.

Stephen hadn't expected the question but recovered quickly.

"I was at the oncology hospital. My uncle's condition was critical this afternoon, and someone needed to stay by his bedside. He's been through a lot.

on silent, so I didn't hear your call. I'm sorry I missed it.

make it up to you. You can punish me

was a considerate boyfriend. He had never come across as overly

Stephen fell silent briefly before replying in a serious tone, "You're right, Simona. Couples shouldn't keep secrets or deceive each other. But sometimes, there are things I can't explain right away. It's not because I want to lie, but I want to

Deceptions with good intentions.

felt her heart tremble

overthinking everything? Perhaps she

dealing with something difficult on his own and didn't want

...

Villa, all the guests had already left. But

as she walked in. The

move to another place tomorrow," Joe

in agreement. "Alright, I'll pack