Chapter 30 Joanna only now realized the sination she had walked into. She had assumed this was just a routine business dinner, but clearly, dealing with⠀⠀ someone like Luke was anything but normal. She remained composed and said politely, “Mr. Hicks, I’m sorry, but I’ve been having some stomach issues lately, so I can’t drink … Read more
Chapter 29 Margot watched as Howell and Joanna walked away, her gaze dark and venomous. Her hands clenched into fists so tightly dly that he palms, drawing blood. She thought. Just wait, Joanna: She would make sure that Joanna suffered Meanwhile, Howell had dragged Joanna to a quiet, secluded garden before finally y letting go … Read more
Chapter 28 Even after returning to her room, Joanna still felt disgusted She thought. What the hell is that bastard Howell thinking? Won’t it be easier if I just step aside and let those two shameless people be together? Or do they enjoy sneaking around behind my back? Does the secrecy make it more thrilling?” … Read more
Chapter 27 Margot quickly lowered her head, her voice trembling as she pleaded her innocence. “Howell, I swear I had nothing to do with it! I have no idea how Joanna ended up here. “I was just had Jack Blame me for being clumsy. My foot went numb, and I accidentally twisted my ankle at … Read more
Chapter 26 Howell frowned in confusion. He thought. Just a faint whiff of perfume–is that really enough to make her this nauseous? Then another possibility struck him. His brows knit together. “Are you feeling unwell Come on, I’ll take you to see a doctor.” He thought, Is she sick but trying to hide it from … Read more
is meant for met Howell stilled. He thought, Birthday? That’s right… Joanna’s birthday is coming up soon too! 2/2 12:00 PM Chapter 25 Chapter 25 Howell had never given much thought to Joanna’s birthday.. Yet every year on his birthday, she would always prepare a thoughtful gift. Not only that, she would personally cook a … Read more
Chapter 24 Margot hesitated for a moment. The moment she laid eyes on the wooden box, she could tell it held jewelry. And judging by its exquisite traftsmanships, whatever was inside had to be something extraordinary–priceless, even, A thrill of excitement shot through her. She wondered. ‘My birthday is coming up soon–could this be Howell’s … Read more
Chapter 23 Joanna turned around and saw Margot standing there with her agent. Dressed in a white dress with soft, delicate makeup, Margot had that perfect blend of innocence and alhire. Her dark hair cascaded down her shoulders, but the mockery in her eyes as she looked at Joanna was anything but pure. Joanna sighed … Read more
Chapter 22 Howell glanced at his phone before answering the call. Whatever was said on the other end made his expression tense. “Stay where you are. After hanging up, he turned to Joanna. I have to step out osten out for a bit I’m on Joanna let out a mocking laugh. “Let me guess–Margot? It … Read more
Chapter 21 Margot was livid. “There’s no way what I gave was a fake! I have plenty of money–why on earth would I give Dominic a counterfeit?” 2006: Joanna had stayed silent all this time, but now that Margot was on the verge of losing it, she finally spoke, her tone calm, “I wouldn’t give … Read more