Chapter 140

Hearing that, Esther looked away. “No, I said that because I happened to see a woman pestering you.”

Mobius insisted, “Just stop. This is my house. Please leave immediately.”

Esther kept her head bowed, never having experienced such humiliation, and tears welled up in her eyes.

“Stop crying. I can’t stand it when women cry.” Mobius’s frustration grew as he saw Esther’s tears.

Pearl, noticing Mobius’s insensitivity, shook her head and tried to console Esther. “Alright, Este. Don’t cry. Despite his bad temper and sharp tongue, he’s a good guy. Don’t take his words to heart.”

“It’s the first time someone has humiliated me like this. No, I won’t leave. I’ll stay here,” Esther declared, preparing to enter the house.

Seeing Esther’s determination, Mobius became flustered. “Fine, stop causing a scene. I’m sorry, okay?”

Esther stopped crying at his apology. “Really?”

I’m sorry. I shouldn’t have offended you. Just don’t approach me again. We’ll be total strangers. What

Total strangers…

of emptiness. He had apologized, but she wasn’t sure if that was what she truly wanted.

“I…”

I have something

her eyes. “Where are

answered for him, “He’s got to rehearse for a competition

kind of competition? Can

agreed, “If a popular star like

don’t want to. I already told you we’re going to be

steal your spotlight?” Esther, aware of Mobius’s impulsive nature, intentionally provoked

Mobius couldn’t resist rising to the bait, sneering, “Stop flattering yourself. It’s not like

me join your performance? You’re scared, aren’t you? It’s alright. I’m generous and won’t steal your spotlight.” Esther

gave in. “Fine, come along. I don’t think everyone will vote for you just because you’re pretty.” He was indirectly

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