The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1191:

“Miss Foster, there’s no need to probe so deeply. Even if we end up getting married, mutual feelings are lacking.”

Juliet’s laugh held a hint of mockery. “What are you afraid of? I won’t harm her, and she’s no obstacle to me.”

Cliff’s lips curved into a cold smile. Juliet’s confidence stemmed from having already gauged Madison’s position. After all, the Hopkins family held strict principles against improper relationships. Even with Laney’s lack of blood relation, Cliff recognized this reality clearly. It was precisely why he’d arranged this outing with Juliet.

Juliet didn’t mind his expression and spoke with calculated generosity. “You needn’t worry. After we’re married, you can do whatever you want. I won’t interfere, and if there’s something in it for me, I might even help keep your relationship with Laney discreet.”

“That won’t be necessary.” Cliff’s voice was devoid of emotion. He harbored no intentions of pursuing anything with Laney. Any recent moments that had crossed boundaries would be addressed before the wedding.

Cliff established firm ground rules with Juliet: until marriage, they would maintain purely professional contact. Their meetings were strictly business-related.

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respected his terms. She maintained her silence and artfully avoided crossing paths with Laney during her company visits. Cliff acknowledged her efforts and expressed

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wear. “The Hopkins family is incredibly generous,” she mused. “I

was a dismissive scoff. “They’re

piece of jewelry. The delicate pink hue was perfect

Laney. The item wasn’t just priceless in monetary terms; the sentiment it carried was beyond measure. It was

her future as Cliff’s sister-in-law. “Just imagine how spectacular your wedding will be! Every socialite

to the theater, her gifted jewelry catching the light as

Laney remained pointedly indifferent.

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