Chapter 239

In the cozy corner of the afternoon café, warm golden light streamed through the floor-to-ceiling windows, casting dappled patterns on the polished floors.

Liam noticed her sitting quietly, head bowed, her hair cascading like a curtain over most of her face. She had remained silent for quite some time.

Assuming she was still upset about the previous night, he softened his voice instinctively and said, "I'm offering you money not to insult you, but because I genuinely want to make amends."

Mandy slowly lifted her eyes, tears brimming, her face a picture of vulnerability, as if she had been burdened with tremendous grievances.

"I... I wasn't really harmed, sir, there's no need for this," she replied in a soft voice.

“Please, take it. Otherwise, I won't have peace of mind," Liam urged sincerely, his eyes earnest.

Mandy inwardly wished she could snatch the card immediately, yet the show had to go on.

Her face displayed a conflicted expression, her brow furrowing with indecision.

Liam remained patient, gently persuading her, his voice warm yet insistent.

sharp voice suddenly pierced the air, shattering

who it is! Isn't this Mandy, the scholarship star of Crestwood College?" a shrill female voice, dripping with sarcasm,

genius Mandy landed another wealthy patron?" a mocking male voice chimed

to see a couple standing

girl wore heavy makeup, her foundation like a mask, but her eyes betrayed an unmasked spite; the boy lounged casually, head tilted, a smirk of derision playing on his

realizing she didn't recognize

had set her up, nearly getting

wanted to kick her while she was down. No matter who they were, people took pleasure

as long as it didn't affect her, she treated their words like hot air, letting them drift in one ear

her dorm mates used her toiletries to clean the

cold anger crossed

to ruin her plans? They must

the couple turned their attention to

figure in front of them. Liam looked no more than twenty-five

deep and intelligent. His handsome features emanated a

the six-figure Rolex on Liam's wrist, their pupils shrank, and jealousy flared

Mandy snag such a handsome,

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