Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Chapter 458

Pearl wiped her lips clean and suggested, “I think you can be honest with your father and tell him that we’re not suitable for each other at all.”

Eric’s father was an oil baron, and Pearl had once inadvertently helped him, which led to his desire to set her up with his son. Eric initially wanted to protest but was quickly captivated by Pearl’s charm, willingly becoming her boyfriend and even her prospective husband.

With a regretful sigh, Eric admitted, “Yeah, it seems like fate is against us. I’ve finally found a man I like, but he’s your man. It’s a tough situation for me.”

Pearl gave him a stern look, silencing him instantly.

Just then, there was a knock on the door. Richard entered with breakfast.

Before Pearl could explain anything, Eric began denying his presence. “Mister Richard, I actually intended to visit you but ended up in the wrong room.”

“I heard that.” Richard pointed to the unlocked door. “You guys didn’t even lock the room.” Pearl breathed a sigh of relief. However, Richard continued, “Mister Eric, let’s be clear. I hope you don’t have any misconceptions. We’re both men, and I know what you’re thinking.” Eric looked uncomfortable. “I don’t know what you mean, Mister Richard.”

penetrating gaze,

of this. Aren’t we going out

appearing tall and confident, while Eric maintained his

down and playfully remarked, “Did you

at her pajamas, taken aback by the oversight. “Quit stating the obvious. Both of you, get out.

need for privacy between friends,”

Pearl pointed at Eric’s face and threatened, “Are you leaving the room or

going.” Dejected, Eric left

her attention to Richard. “You won’t tell me there’s no need for privacy between us because we’re dating, right?”

chilly look. “No, I’m picky.” After

response, feeling she had made the right choice in him. ‘ Yeah, Richard would never… Picky?!’

“Richard Waldorf!”