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…

that she was entertaining thoughts of someone else, he wouldn’t let her off easily.

Nina hadn’t encountered someone as remarkable and distinguished as Wren, Ryan would have been the best

thrown her a curveball by introducing her to Wren and giving her a

not take a shot at it?

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

Nina deliberately unfastened the buttons of her nightgown and leaned into Ryan’s neck, her tone sultry yet laced

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. Don’t let her sweet,

interest was instantly piqued by her words. “What do you

plenty. But would you believe me if I told you?” Nina scoffed lightly, pushing Ryan away

playing games “He frowned in

from the coffee table, lit one, and took

“Do you know who filled

“Herneighbor?” Ryan guessed.

mind. Even now, it sent a

was as if continuing to pester Clara would’ve

to keep Ryan from returning to Clara’s place or

she heard. Neighbor? Was Wren now

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