Crushed Affections Chapter 320

Chapter 320 Just Put Up With It  Ethan stood his ground, his voice firm. “I’m not afraid of gossip. You didn’t do anything wrong. Just because you’re Dominic’s ex–girlfriend doesn’t mean people have the right to judge you.”  Bella was momentarily speechless. Any gesture of kindness toward her felt like a burden. Her complicated feelings … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 319

Chapter 319 He Seems to Care  Bella’s patience wore thin. She barely knew Lana, yet the woman had the nerve to gossip like they were close friends. It left a bad taste in her mouth. “Everybody knows that. There’s nothing worth discussing. We’re at work, so let’s keep it professional.”  With that, she turned to … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 318

Chapter 318 Dominic Is Cooking  Whic  Bella woke up, it was already past 5:00 pm. Pudding was sitting in front of her, holding her food bowl with a pitiful look on her face.  After feeding her, Bella’s priority was to fill her stomach. She gathered some ingredients and headed to the kitchen, only to spot … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 317

Chapter 317 Not Like We Haven’t Slept Together Before  With the keys in Dominic’s possession, Ethan would undoubtedly tell Bella about it. When she heard the news, she didn’t show any emotions. “Got it. Thanks.”  Before hanging up, he asked, “So, you and Dominic… know each other? That dog is his, right?”  She decided to … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 316

Chapter 316 More Than Just Acquaintances  Bella noticed the apprehension in Ethan’s eyes. “Are you afraid of big dogs?”  Ethan quickly replied, “No, no! I just thought a quiet woman like you would have small dogs. If I’m going to help you walk Pudding, you’ll need to give me your house keys, right? I can … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 315

Chapter 315 Bad Luck  Dominic pressed the doorbell impatiently, seemingly ignoring her.  With no choice but to open the door, Bella found Pudding darting in excitedly, circling her.  It seemed he had come specifically to drop off Pudding. He showed no intention of stepping inside. “I have a business trip. She hasn’t been in a … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 314

Chapter 314, Courted by Many  Bella felt a bit embarrassed. “You don’t have to go through all this trouble. I’m not picky about food, and it’s so late. You really didn’t need to make a special trip…”  Felix packed the groceries into the fridge and explained, “The steak won’t last long, so eat it soon. … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 313

Chapter 313 The Thread Finally Broke  The next day, Bella received a call from a hospital where she had previously applied for a job, notifying her that she could start working there.  She numbly accepted the offer but couldn’t bring herself to feel happy about it. Did this mean that Dominic had finally let her … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 312

Chapter 312 Have You Had Enough Fun  While Bella leaned over the observation deck, looking down, Dominie had already ordered their food. She turned to him, complaining, “If had known you were just bringing me to eat, I wouldn’t have come. I hadn’t even touched my food at that restaurant! You owe me money!”  He … Read more

Crushed Affections Chapter 311

Chapter 311 Celebrating New Year’s Together  Before long, the tips of Dominic’s hair were dusted white with snow. Bella opened her umbrella and stepped forward, trying to lift her arm high enough to shield him from the falling snow.  Despite her considerate gesture, she kept her words sharp. “What are you acting crazy for? If … Read more