Chapter 518

Wendy was startled by the sudden loud noise, causing her to jump.

“Ms. Lawson, did I make a mistake somewhere?”

“No.” Sheena snapped back to reality, swiftly organizing her bag. “I need to step out for a moment. If I don’t return, we’ll continue the report tomorrow.”

The rain in Svelton worsened.

In the Jenkins Group CEO’s office, Elliot sat by the window, looking weary. His eyes lacked their usual glow as if he had lost some vital life force.

Staring at the raindrops on the window, he recalled Nathaniel’s words back in Farlem.

“The virus in your body will cause consequences over time. You’ll end up disabled. If she finds out, she might feel sorry for you in the short term, but what about in the long run?”

“From the moment you were splashed, your flawed body was destined to be unworthy of her! If I can’t have her, neither can you!”

Elliot clenched his fists, his complexion turned paler, and his spirits diminished,

Perhaps, he should just get it over with and let Sheena loathe him, hate him, and move on to a better life sooner would be the best for her.

with Elliot. However, since she entered, Elliot had been brooding by the window, staring at the rain for almost

today. Let me guess. It’s probably not work- related. Is it because you had a quarrel

position. Some questions are off–limits, so keep your mouth shut.”

still maintaining a smile. “Alright, I won’t ask. But if there’s

delicate tone, Elliot

here? What do you want to say? Once you’re done, leave.”

rose gracully, walking to Elliot just as Lionel knocked

She

Elliot, and he swiftly grabbed Sheila’s wrist.

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situation, bent down, bringing her ear close to Elliot’s lips, carefully listening to his whispered words.

scene, particularly the intimate ear–whispering, a shocking and painful sight.

“Elliot?”

of feigned innocence, wriggled her wrist

a bad timing for

What were you two doing?”

a bit, casting a glance at Elliot, her cheeks slightly reddening

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