The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 558

Chapter 558 Tom's Acting Skills

Emily kept her cool, but inside, she was done with Tom's fake charm. She smiled, all the while figuring out how to get Tom to leave without being rude.

The best way was to act like she didn't get what he was saying and play along with his charade.

"But you should remember what Sophia looks like better, since you held her when she was little."

"When Evelyn joined our family, I was already away at boarding school. It's understandable you didn't see me often, but remembering my face must be quite a challenge for you."

Tom, not completely clueless, picked up on the undertone of Emily's words.

There was sarcasm and a hint of something more. Tom's heart tightened, but he quickly plastered on a smile and eagerly agreed.

"Yeah, but I still think about you often. You were always such a sensible kid. I really liked you."

A barely noticeable hint of mockery flashed in Emily's eyes. Liked her money, more likely?

If he truly cared, why didn't he show up when she needed help the most? Instead, he was here now, pretending to be family.

Emily sneered inwardly, but her face remained gentle as she softly replied.

"Your concern is something I hold dear."

She then shifted the conversation.

"What have you been busy with lately, Uncle Tom?"

Tom hesitated for a moment before smiling. "Just the usual work."

Tom couldn't possibly admit he spent his days fighting with Hayden over shares, nor could he reveal his gambling habits. So, he lied.

Emily wouldn't know the specifics of his activities, so a few vague words would be enough.

But Emily's eyes flashed with sharpness; she had already seen through Tom's facade.

Evelyn to clean up his mess, or trying to curry favor with

Tom, you're so humble despite being so busy. You must have made quite a bit of money

Emily was making

Evelyn and Tom's

wouldn't Tom know that

shamelessly come

out, her

brought up money, which

not to complain, instead started boasting about his recent successful investments, as

he was

you help me out?" Tom

smiled slightly and

worry, Uncle Tom. My family may not be wealthy, but we won't let you struggle. It's just a cash flow issue,

her gaze sharp, causing him to momentarily freeze

a smile and quickly nodded in agreement.

cup, as if

coffee, but it couldn't mask the subtle tension between

deep breath and cautiously asked. "Emily, could you lend me some money for the

After a pause, Emily continued. "Uncle Tom, if you're truly in trouble, I'll do my best

promissory note, and then we can

but it's better to

couldn't believe that the Emily he once underestimated was now speaking such formalities. She truly embodied the Smith

be

it seemed she was

cold sweat had

the sweat on Tom's

no rush. Think it over before

tone was calm,

was at a loss for words, Andrew arrived with a group

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