The Bride’s Revenge

Chapter 281 A Face to Remember

Marion could not tell if it was her imagination, but ever since she asked Lucas a few days ago if he was trying to seduce her, it seemed like he had maintained his immaculate appearance around her lately.

Of course, she was not implying that Lucas used to be untidy in her presence. What she meant was that the current Lucas seemed determined to keep himself very well–groomed when he was around

her.

In the past, the first thing he did when he got home was to unbutton the top button of his shirt, pour a glass of water, and gradually undo the second button while sipping his drink.

Now, he refrained from doing so. Even after completing his swim workout, he was fully covered, and the seductive shows he exhibited in the past were nowhere to be found.

Marion felt like she had suffered a significant loss. Realizing that, she had nightmares for two consecutive nights. In those dreams, Lucas looked at her expressionlessly while telling her not to be presumptuous.

As a result of that, Marion felt uninspired during her piano practice.

When Lucas returned from work, she no longer made the effort to find conversation topics as she did before. Even when they sat at the dining table together, she kept her head down and merely focused on eating her food.

The situation continued for about four or five days.

Lucas had a dinner appointment in the evening.

hard to swallow. She mechanically finished the rice in her bowl, tidied up the dining table, and immediately went upstairs to her room. Lying on the bed, staring at the ceiling, she

Marion would have replied enthusiastically, asking where they planned to go. However, today, upon seeing

really, considering she

with Lucas.

to do. Maybe her

Marion had not responded to any of her messages, Cassie

the call she sighed. Even her phone seemed to be against her.

“Hello?”

“It’s me.”

she immediately sensed that something was amiss

just a bit tired.”

crap. I know you too well. Spill the beans. Is It because

value of her friendship

hear her voice clearly, Cassie weakly asked, “I lift

reply to

up, she summarized the events of the past few days and sent them to Cassie: [It’s not a big deal, but I feel quite hurt by

is a masterpiece. Even a blind person can appreciate your charm! Moreover, you’re beautiful, sweet, and cute. If