Chapter 1933

Chapter 1933 Put On An Act

"I know this might sound abrupt, perhaps even rude, but due to certain family pressures, I'm not in a position to reject you myself," Allen said.

His gaze lingered on her beautiful face.

Chelsea was one of the most striking women in high society, carrying herself with grace befitting of a socialite.

If he hadn't been married, Allen thought, he might've seriously considered pursuing her.

But he was married.

Chelsea tilted her head, frowning slightly. "May I ask why? Is it because you don't like me?"

She was genuinely confused. She'd witnessed the fierce bidding earlier between Allen and Magnus over her necklace. If Allen wasn't interested, why had he driven the price so high?

Allen didn't respond immediately. Instead, he took out the necklace he had won at the auction and handed it to Chelsea. "This is yours. Consider it a gesture of apology."

Just like that, he returned a necklace worth eighty million.

"I can't accept this. I haven't done anything to deserve it. Besides, we're not even friends. You should keep it or give it to someone who truly matters

do I believe in arranged marriages. I understand the value of business alliances, but they're

himself quietly impressed

the necklace on her again. Instead, moved by something he couldn't quite explain, he said, "Then let's start as friends. As friends, we can collaborate in the future and

agreed without hesitation, giving

smile on her face, he couldn't quite explain the

we've already reached an agreement," he said, "we might need to put on a bit of a show. Otherwise,

Chelsea nodded. "All right."

walking side by side, making light conversation as they

Chelsea glanced at him with a hint of mischief in her bright eyes. "By the way... is there someone you've fallen

unexpected question caught Allen

paused, startled by her directness. After a moment of

found himself surprised by his own words.

continued, "Maybe... Tike you, I've never been comfortable with the idea of

of him

a voice suddenly

to see Magnus standing

calling me?"

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