The True Heiress's Return

Chapter 157

Chapter 157

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Xanthe glanced around, not in a hurry. She sat across from Sean and said, "Let's go over this and resolve the misunderstandings between us. That's the best way to solve the problem, right, Mr. Reynolds?"

Sean didn't argue, staying silent and waiting for Xanthe to continue. Xanthe tapped her finger on the table. "We first miet at the classroom door. At that time, you asked me why Shakira washit in class. Do you know Shakira?"

Xanthe was impatient and impulsive, the kind of person who couldn't hide her feelings. She had no idea that her transparent thoughts were all too visible to Sean.

He chuckled, casually saying to her. "So, how do you think your dad got handed the Southville Project?"

Hearing this, Xanthe was completely stunned, her mind racing. Enrique had told her that winning the bid wasn't just because of Shakira's encouragement but also because of Sean, the main sponsor. That was why he obediently followed Sean's every word. But now, why was Sean suddenly asking this question? Could it be. Xanthe cautiously voiced the impossible possibility. "Is it

because of Shakira?"

Sean curved his lips into a smirk. "You're not as clueless as you look."

Xanthe gasped and covered her mouth in shock.

Oh my God. She had never thought Shakira would be linked with Sean; she was still rooting for the Shakira and Mr. Lopez couple.

already swirling like a tornado. Sean, elegantly crossing his legs, suddenly had an idea seeing her stunned, naive-looking expression. "I could consider forgiving the silly things you've done, but you'll need to

you really need to say that? Shakira's my friend. Even without you asking

he didn't seem to know that Shakira and Mr. Lopez were all lovey-dovey. Sean waited for a long time but didn't get any response

there was no one around Shakira to relieve boredom, Sean

expression turned cold, carrying a hint of defiance. "What? Can't handle such a small task

I won't do something as shady as betraying

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Sean couldn't believe Xanthe was that loyal. He went straight to the point. "Since you won't agree, forget it. Your dad dropping out of the Southville project wouldn't make much of a difference." Bang, Xanthe slammed the table, glaring angrily at Sean. Her hands clutched the tablecloth tightly, and if she'd been a bit more reckless, she'd definitely have gone for

I've only offended you twice, and are you going to

unfazed, with a smirk

to say, "What can you do

we can work together like nothing ever happened. But if you don't..."

the threat was

eye of such a petty. vengeful jerk. No way, as a good friend, she had to help

moment and her anger slowly faded. She sat back down, glaring at Sean's annoyingly flawless face. With a heavy sigh, she said. "Fine. I agree, but let me be clear. I won't

an eyebrow. "Deal" He picked up the small coffee

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