Dumping My Fiancé For His Uncle

Thea furrowed her brows, her expression serious. "Mr. Hendrix, I've told you many times that I have no feelings for Jake. There's no need for you to test me like this. Besides, aren't you worried about what others might think? If your father finds out about this, he might be displeased with you too." Nicolas lifted his eyelids to look at her. "So, you know it would be bad if this got out. Yet, you insist on staying at Avon Ventures, entangled with those two fools, Jake and Madelyn. Have you considered how others will look at me when they find out about our engagement?" "L..." Thea was momentarily at a loss for words, confusion flickering in her eyes. She hadn't thought about it.

After all, deep down, she felt that this marriage was merely a transaction, and there would never be a day when their relationship would be announced openly,This content © Nôv/elDr(a)m/a.Org.

Moreover, her opposition to Madelyn and Jake wasn't because of any feelings for Jake.

Regardless, Nicolas's actions today left her feeling somewhat offended.

Thea's face turned cold, and her tone became considerably chillier. "Mr. Hendrix, I believe we should at least h basic trust between us. It seems you are unwilling to trust me at all I no longer want to explain what you think. With that, she turned to leave.

Nicolas watched her back, a glint of darkness passing through his eyes.

Not long after Thea left, Darwin entered.

have some

Seeing Nicolas's gloomy expression, Darwin sighed helplessly. "Mr. Hendrix, the doctor has advised you not to drink."

Nicolas withdrew his gaze, staring at the mess on the table, and smirked self-deprecatingly. "I seem to have made her hate

me even more.

Darwin hesitated, then changed the subject. "The things are ready. I'll take you there."

Nicolas nodded and stood up

After walking a few steps, he suddenly asked, "Do you think she still remembers what happened back then?"

Darwin was caught off guard by the question.

He cautiously replied, "Even if she doesn't remember everything, she must have some impression of it."

Nicolas chuckled lightly. "She probably doesn't remember much. After all, back then, she was only focused on Jake." Darwin frowned. "Mr. Hendrix, you've had too much to drink."

Nicolas raised a hand to press his temple. "You're right. Have someone prepare me an antidote for the hangover"

Darwin nodded in agreement, and as he turned to leave, Nicolas suddenly called out to him. "Find a time to prepare a gift for me. The day after tomorrow is Thea's brother Max's birthday Darwin was somewhat surprised.

Nicolas usually avoids such occasions. Why this time... he wondered.

UB.

Thea returned home, her face still burning, unsure if it was from anger or embarrassment.

Just as she was about to wash up and go to bed, her phone vibrated.

Looking at it, she saw multiple messages from Joyce

Joyce: [Thea, are you free![

Joyce: [Are you asleep?]

Joyce: [Going to bed so early! I wanted to chat with you for a bit)

Joyce: [Come on! Chat with mell

Ever since they exchanged contact details, Joyce seemed to have latched onto Thea, sending her numerous messages every day

Thea didn't mind at all. In fact, she felt a bit flattered.

After all, since turning eighteen, Thea hadn't had any friends.

She had unconsciously stopped making friends.

Now, Joyce's sudden closeness brought Thea joy, yet it also stirred a sense of melancholy.

If Joyce hears the rumors about my past, would she, like the others, keep her distance from me? Thea pondered.

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