Sweet Subterfuge by Trina Duo

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Chapter 558

As if under a petrifying spell Gary’s eyes widened, and he stood frozen in place, completely motionless. He couldn’t quite describe his current state of mind–there was embarrassment, anxiety, and a hint of joy and anticipation.

Finally, he managed to compose himsell, even though his smile still appeared somewhat rigid.

“You can think of me as your father,” he said, his intense gaze fixed on Larissa,

She disliked this kind of probing–either he acknowledged her or he didn’t. These covert hints made her feel repulsed. As a result her previous favorable impression of him had also dwindled.

“No need.” She averted her gaze, giving him a casual smile. “But thank you for your advice.”

He felt a bit disappointed at being rejected so bluntly, but he couldn’t show it too obviously, so he simply laughed it off. “I have to leave. have a conference call later.” He intentionally checked his wristwatch.

stood up with him.

to leave her

wavered. She didn’t want to face Gary alone, wearing a deceitful mask, and engaging in superficial conversation. So, she called her assistant. “Do I have any important engagements

left her disappointed, “No.

up to tonight?” She wasn’t

notebook and confidently

the phone in

daze throughout the afternoon, frequently

ask, “Are you alright? Should we go to

snapped her back to reality. Her eyes suddenly brightened. “Yeah, I have

to

quickly saved all the files and

anything comes up,

by her side since the opening

in the past. She wouldn’t even take medicine, let alone go to the hospital. Even if she did go to the hospital, she would always prioritize work, asking him to give her regular updates. Now, she