Chapter 133 Don’t Be Like Me
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“Let me make it right, Just give me some time,” he said as he got up. Then he stepped behind me, leaned in, and with wrapped his arms around me. From this moment, I promise to be the husband you always deserved.”
Bat inside me, nothing stirred. His sweet promises no longer reachesh my heart.
“If there’s nothing else please leave. I have things to do,” I said coldly
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I never imagined Shawn could joke like that. Maybe Queena had taught him to be charming and made him act more human.
“I mean it” I replied, my tone flat and unyichling
Noticing my lack of response, Shawn straightened his posture and walked to the opposite side of the desk. He leaned forward with both palms resting on the surface and said. “Stop what you’re doing. It’s lunchtime. Come on, let me treat you to a steak.”
I’m not going,” I replied, my tone icy and firm.
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He looked a little lost. “Are you full of all that anger? Still, you’ll need some food in
“That
‘s none of your concern” I said, not bothering to meet his gaze.
Chapter 133 Don’t Be Like Me
Shawn didn’t move aside. Just as I was about to walk past him, he caught my wrist and asked, “Who are you seeing”
I pulled my arm free. “That’s private.”
His expression tightened as he tightened his grip “Tiffany, don’t be like me.”
“Huh? What am I learning from you, exactly?” I raised an eyebrow, suddenly intrigued..
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He froze, clearly caught off guard. Then his face darkened as he muttered. “There are perverts out there who are into married women. You’d better be careful, not everyone out there has good intentions.”
I heard the jealousy hidden in his voice and shot back with a smirk, “Well, some husbands enjoy chasing after single women
He had no comeback to that. After a beat, he let go of me and said quietly, “Go eat with whoever you want. Forget I said anything
My expression turned cold as I turned on my heel and walked away without looking back.
I had arranged to meet Melanie for lunch. Since her workload was even heavier than mine, I purposely drove over to a restaurant right beside the law firm where she worked.
Melanie arrived dressed in a tailored blazer, her briefcase in hand. Ever since she’d fallen for someone, she’d started to carry herself with a soft charm. Her checks had a healthy flush, and there was a bright light in her eyes.
