Chapter 196

A glint of hostility Bashed in Ryan’s eyes as his fingers brushed against Nina’s slender neck, forcing her into an uncomfortable position where she had to tilt her head back to meet his gaze.

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“Have you seen that man? What does he look like?”

Nina’s pupils contracted slightly as she instinctively tightened her grip on the fabric of her night gown.

She hadn’t expected Ryan to bring this up so suddenly. Did he suspect something?

Feeling uneasy, Nina tugged at the comers of her mouth to force a stiff smile. “I saw him. Why? Are you that wary of the men around her? Worried she’ll end up with someone else before you do?”

Using a teasing tone, Nina tried to cover her nervousness.

She knew Ryan didn’t like her that much. He might even look down on her. But since he currently didn’t have another target, he was sticking with her to satisfy his

desires

still, even if he didn’t truly care for her, he couldn’t tolerate betrayal…

she was entertaining thoughts of someone else,

as remarkable and distinguished as Wren, Ryan would have been the best option she could hope for.

her to Wren and giving her a glimpse of something

take a shot

to offend Ryan. She was self–aware enough to understand that the chances of Wren actually reciprocating her feelings were slim. She wanted to

and leaned into Ryan’s neck, her tone sultry yet laced with jealousy.

time, yet you keep chasing after her. When did the dignified Mr. Chase become so desperate and shameless? “And now, you’re looking into the men around her? What’s the point? That woman isn’t as innocent as you think she is.

instantly piqued by her words. “What do you know?

me if I told you?” Nina scoffed lightly, pushing Ryan away before sitting down on the

games “He frowned in annoyance

and took a drag, “So, does that man actually have something going

who filled in

“Herneighbor?” Ryan guessed.

that man’s eyes still lingered in his mind. Even now, it sent a chill down his spine.

gaze had conveyed a clear message. It was as if continuing to pester Clara would’ve led to regret so deep it

returning to Clara’s place or making any

Neighbor? Was Wren now

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