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.

lips and stood up with him. “I

to leave her office, he

deceitful mask, and engaging

left her disappointed, “No. Ms.

there any tasks that can be moved up to tonight?” She wasn’t ready to give up.

through the notebook and confidently stated, “No.”

up the phone in frustration.

a daze throughout the afternoon,

you alright? Should we

Her eyes suddenly brightened.

to go to the

the files and shut

anyway,” she said while grabbing her bag and walking toward the exit. “If anything comes up, try to handle it yourself or go to

today. He had been by her side since the opening of the Winston Hotel in his mind, she was the most dedicated

to the hospital. Even if she did go to the hospital, she