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.

done anything to deserve it. Besides, we're not even friends. You should keep it or give

I meant to say earlier that I'm not interested in love right now, nor do I believe in arranged marriages. I understand the value of business alliances, but they're often

himself quietly impressed by her clarity

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

without hesitation, giving it little

face, he couldn't quite explain

he said, "we might need to put on a bit of

Chelsea nodded. "All right."

walking side by side, making light conversation as they

with a hint of mischief in her bright eyes.

caught Allen completely

her directness. After a moment

himself surprised

Still, he continued, "Maybe... Tike you, I've never been comfortable with the

impression of him

more when a voice suddenly called out from behind. "Ms.

to see Magnus standing a short distance

you calling me?" Chelsea

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