The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1212:

The recent tunnel collapse had claimed lives, and when Juliet took over the project, she inherited its ghosts. Some bereaved families refused monetary compensation, necessitating the use of influence to navigate the situation. Such was the nature of business in their world.

A question nagged at Cliff’s mind. “Miss Foster, you’re hardly a philanthropist. The tunnel collapse wasn’t your cross to bear. What made you take on this burden?”

Juliet’s lips curved into a knowing smile. “You think just anyone could handle a project of this magnitude? Sometimes, you have to embrace the losses to seize the opportunity.”

Cliff’s eyes narrowed to razor-sharp focus. “Is that the real reason?”

Juliet met his gaze without flinching. “What exactly are you implying?”

“Just making conversation,” Cliff replied, his casual tone masking deeper suspicions.

and towering heels conspired against Juliet’s balance, making

Cliff instinctively steadied Juliet.

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Juliet’s body as she drew in a deep

features. Keeping her at arm’s length, he guided her toward the exit through the fabric of her sleeve. “The cold won’t last

throat. Stung by his reluctance, she pressed herself more

halted, her attention caught by something ahead.

Juliet’s gaze

stood at the glass door of the reception area,

clouding Cliff’s mind from alcohol vanished instantly, as if splashed with

his support, Juliet staggered, nearly collapsing before she steadied herself. She didn’t want to cause a

much Cliff valued her,