Submitting To My Billionaire Ex-Wife by Allison Mild

Chapter 227

Genevieve asked directly, watching his every look and reaction without blinking.

The subdued light outside the window cast a hazy glow, accentuating the contours of his face. It made them appear even more profound.

He merely furrowed his brows slightly, then showed a surprised expression. “It was Anthony who sent them away. I didn’t delve into it, but he should know with so many people he dispatched.”

Genevieve watched his bewildered expression, feeling increasingly conflicted.

For a moment, she couldn’t discern whose words were true.

friend “That hospital was recommended by a friend of a friend of mine. If you want to know, I can have my inquire about it. But why are you suddenly thinking about them?” Louis asked, patiently soothing her.

Genevieve smiled. “Anthony told me they’ve disappeared.”

Louis fell silent upon hearing that.

His emotions shifted swiftly, leaving Genevieve unable to discern them.

He took a deep breath, twirling a black ring on his left middle finger.

It was a decorative piece she hadn’t seen before.

His fingers were slender and clean, almost like a work of art.

Then, he scoffed, “Did he suggest I’ve hidden them? To threaten him? Genevieve, I’m not that despicable. Those are my family members, too. And they are old. It seems he’s unhappy with my return to Hoffman Group. My presence threatens him, so he’s trying to deal with me this way.”

Louis suddenly grasped her hand. His large hand felt cool against hers.

His deep and enigmatic gaze locked onto hers. Emotions swirled within Genevieve, which she couldn’t quite Identify. “Do you trust me, Genevieve?”

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Genevieve met his gaze, smiling as she placed her hand on the back of his. “Of course, I believe you,” she replied, her heart secretly sneering.

In fact, she didn’t believe either of them.

They both seemed intent on dragging her down.

Hence, believing in either was futile.

She only believed in herself.

Soon, they arrived at the entrance of the banquet hall.

traces of dampness on the ground that quickly disappeared into the

umbrella from the driver and opening Genevieve’s door to shelter her from the rain.

out of place, Genevieve smiled as she looped her

becoming accustomed

the lights were bright and colorful,

could tell immediately that this wasn’t an ordinary event.

every prominent figure from the business world was present..

soon as she entered, she attracted the attention of

was Anthony,

the first time Anthony and Louis had appeared together in

their slight resemblance but

and sharper, his green eyes harboring a hint

exuded a softer, more refined aura, making him more approachable, like basking

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spring breeze.

also noticed Anthony’s companion,

outfit, the length just covering her

the entertainment industry, she knew what stood out.

compared to Genevieve’s ensemble, Stella’s

exquisite collarbone were incredibly eye–catching, her flawless face sparking envy in Stella.

envious when she saw Genevieve’s haute couture, which she had no access to

didn’t forget her main task and greeted Genevieve and Louis with a smile, “Mr.

“Thank you, not as perfectly matched as you and

shyly lowered her head and smiled as she glanced

him staring emotionlessly at Genevieve, her smile vanished.

company approached them. “Louis, Mr. Hoffman has been waiting inside for

paused and nodded. “I’ll be right there.”

Louis and Genevieve entered together, Presley and Quincey

different.

had never had a good impression of Louis, and with Presley suddenly favoring him, it made her

sense of crisis.

banquet reluctantly, but since Presley had insisted, she couldn’t refuse.

want to host it, she could pass it on

way she would

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wasn’t like the proud Linda.

Genevieve together

she once was,

with Louis, Meanwhile, Anthony’s fiancée was a lunatic, and his companion was an obscure starlet. All this was enough to make her blood boil.

expected Genevieve to come over and exchange pleasantries, but

modestly

Genevieve turned away, she saw Selene waving and