The Bride’s Revenge

Chapter 290 Only 105 Minutes

Marion had initially thought to stand her ground by not rushing home.

But after Cassie had informed her that Lucas had waited for her at the apartment for an hour and a half her façade crumbled instantly.

The more Marion contemplated the situation, the more guilty she felt. The once savory beef noodles. in her mouth became tasteless. After swallowing the last bite, she glanced at Lucas, pursed her lips, and said, “Mr. Craig…”

Lucas, almost finished with his meal, raised his head and grunted, “Hmm?”

She fidgeted with the fork in her hand and apologized, “I’m sorry. I was chatting with Cassie and didn’t pay attention to my phone. I didn’t see the message you sent.”

In reality, she did see the message but had intentionally chosen not to respond. Marion could not bring herself to speak the truth. Her face burned with shame. She lowered her head to contin eating, fearing what Lucas might say.

Five minutes later, she emptied her bowl. As leaned back in her chair, Lucas reached over, picked up her bowl, and headed to the kitchen.

As she watched him, she realized that she had been unreasonable with him.

Marion sighed and attempted to adjust her perspective. She wanted to work harder to be a competent business partner.

had prepared a speech for him but

at her and casually unbuttoned his collar with a slender finger.

she apologized again, “I’m sorry again for keeping you waiting for so long.”

with an amused look on his face. “What’s there to apologize for? It

retorted, “So why do you remember

wasn’t that long of a wait but to your apology, you won’t

won’t let

mind,

still not right for me

if he did not!

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chuckled, “Next time, don’t make plans with Miss Cassie so early in the morning. When you leave at the break

1. me.

upset at him but of course, she could not

she would give herself away. She glanced at Lucas and pretended to yawn, “I’m tired. I’ll go back to my

“Good night.”

up and followed

originally thought of hurrying back to her room, but when she realized Laucas was behind. her, she slowed her pace. Fortunately, it