Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Chapter 365

Jenny turned gentler. “Yeah, they’re doing business abroad and haven’t returned yet. But I can call and ask them to come if you want to see them.”

Dustan waved it off. “No need for that I just mentioned it. Plus, your father and I are good buddies who used to share drinks when we were young!”

They continued to chat and laugh heartily, with Hugo occasionally joining in. They enjoyed their lively conversation while Richard and Pearl were ignored.

Keeping his head low, Richard leaned in and whispered into Pearl’s ear, “You’re really not upset?”

Pearl was filled with a mix of emotions. Forcing a smile, she replied, “I’m fine.”

Sensing that something was bothering Pearl, Richard left the hotel with her as soon as the gathering ended.

Once outside the hotel, Pearl let out a melancholic sigh.

“I can tell that my dad’s attitude towards you has changed.” Richard held Pearl’s hand firmly, his worry evident.

even you can tell. I’ve definitely noticed

her seriously. “But don’t worry. He can’t just suddenly start disliking you.

she would talk to Dustan about it

on the

hadn’t checked the calendar in a while. It seemed like New

bouquet of plum blossoms. They may not have been as delicate and

you picked these from someone else’s garden?” Pearl teased, though she secretly liked the gesture. Richard looked at her calmly. “There are stalls by the bridge. Didn’t you notice the plum blossoms being

right where she had been standing

a sudden sneeze. Before she could finish her sentence, she

you really like plum blossoms

herself and nodded enthusiastically. “Yeah, I like them

her shivering, Richard frowned.

tone

sneezed again while looking at her