The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 828

Chapter 828 Beyond Resenting.

Whitney’s heart raced as she was lost in the depths of his profound blue eyes.

“Did that person hurt you just now?”

Upon hearing his concern, a warm sensation surged through her heart. She shook her head.

“No.”

As the music reached its climax, their dance steps quickened. The two of them began to dance in the center of the dance floor, and the people around them tactfully made room.

When the music stopped, everyone ceased dancing.

Whitney was in Charles’ arms, feeling his heartbeat.

The strong and powerful sound provided her a sense of comfort.

After the dance, the pain in her ankle intensified. Whitney said aloud, “Mr. Newton, I need to use the restroom.”

While they were dancing earlier, Whitney was holding it in. She needed to go to the restroom to put a damp paper towel on it, lest she embarrass herself later.

The moment she turned around, her wrist was grabbed. Whitney looked at him, puzzled.

“From now on, there’s no need to address me as Mr. Newton outside the office.”

Charles felt somewhat annoyed with the manner of address. He didn’t know why, but he didn’t want her to call him that. It seemed to subconsciously increase the distance between. them.

Whitney chuckled lightly, nodding her head as she replied, “I understand, Charles.”

Charles let go of her hand, and only then did she go to the restroom.

To avoid dirtying her gown, Whitney carefully lifted her skirt as she slowly made her way to

the restroom.

High heels might make one look beautiful, but there was an immense price to pay.

When she took off her shoes, she noticed that blisters had formed on her ankles.

With a gentle touch, a piercing pain was felt immediately.

Gasp!

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she pricked open the blister and took out

always carrying band-aids with her. It finally came

she was done, Whitney emerged from the bathroom. With the wound now covered, the pain was

tenderness, Whitney joyfully returned to the

Charles talking to Gwendolyn. The smile on his face was genuine, and his joy was evident. He seemed to be in a completely different mood from

had clearly came

Charles had a

that filled Whitney’s heart just moments ago

had become something that couldn’t see the light of

the two engrossed in their conversation, Whitney’s spirits fell. She decided not to interrupt and risk embarrassment. Silently, she turned

work-related matters with Charles, Gwendolyn couldn’t help but bring up Whitney again. “Ms. Mel Mellor is quite impressive, and Zendy really likes her too. You better not miss out on her

flashed a wry smile, shaking his head. “Gwen, you

so easily shift

Whitney, that was the extent of his feelings toward

a cooperative and contractual relationship.

matter further with him, Gwendolyn changed the subject: “Benny’s health has improved a lot recently. I’ve added some outdoor activities

mention of Benedict triggered a glint of guilt in Charles’s eyes as he lowered his gaze.

the renovation for the aquarium that Benny requested is too big and difficult. I’m still

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Benny mad at me?”

would be difficult for

nearby, waved at Gwendolyn. At his cue, Gwendolyn immediately bid. farewell to Charles and cheerfully walked toward Cedrick and

a moment, he

restroom.

so long, and she

the crowd but failed to spot

frown.

then, his phone vibrated. It was a message from

too

message, Charles’s face regained its composure. He then left

hall.

in the car, he showed his concern by asking, “How’s

really used to wearing high heels. They’ve rubbed my heels raw, but it’s fine, I’ve already taken care of it.”

“Mm-hmm.”

else, nor did he notice the subtle change in

day, Whitney went to work as usual and redid the

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