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.

up with him. “I

about to leave her office, he turned and

mask, and engaging in superficial

left her disappointed,

that can be moved up to

through the notebook and confidently stated,

the phone in

a daze throughout

assistant couldn’t help but ask, “Are you alright? Should we go to the hospital?

back to reality. Her

to the

the files and shut down her computer.

no important engagements tonight, anyway,” she said while grabbing her bag and walking toward the exit. “If anything comes up, try to handle it yourself or go

with Larisa today. He had been by her side since the opening of the Winston Hotel in his mind, she was the most dedicated person he had ever known.

the hospital. Even if she did go to the hospital, she would always prioritize work,