Trading My Ex for His Uncle by Hello Spring

Chapter 1044 "Would you happen to have a moment later? I'd love to discuss something," Gabriel asked.

Tim smiled. "What a coincidence. I suppose I can spare a few minutes for a chat."

"Excellent," Gabriel replied.

Standing, Crystal smoothed her dress. "I'll freshen up."

She knew better than to linger during Tim's business discussions.

"Your lipstick needs touching up. Take your time," Tim said mildly.

"Of course," Crystal answered.

She found a quiet spot and sat for over half an hour, waiting until she received a bank notification confirming a deposit of 7,000,000 dollars.

Satisfied, she returned to the table, only to find Tim dining alone.

"Tim, when did Mr. Hackett leave?" she asked, quickening her pace to sit across from him.

steak with deliberate precision. "No talking while eating." Although his tone was calm, Crystal had

lips together, instinctively explaining, "Tim, I'm sorry. Mr. Hackett approached me multiple times, insisting he just wanted to meet with you. Seeing him wait outside in the cold for so long, I

room fell silent, save for the

relish such a serene atmosphere during dinner with Tim, but

bit her lip, staring at Tim with unease, but dared not say

was. Saying anything now would be futile, possibly even stirring Tim's

second felt

Tim set down his knife and fork, dabbed his

long have you been with me?"

"T-Three years..." Crystal answered.

echoed, smiling faintly. "And yet,

sent a shiver down her spine. Beads of sweat formed

made a mistake. Please, forgive me

much did Mr. Hackett give you?" Tim

Pale and visibly

Whatever he gave you, won't take it