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Chapter 18
Athena looked between Rhea and Daven, her brows lifting in disbelief.“How did you two figure out that Conan was following Rhea?” she asked. “Conan clearly arrived here first. You only just showed up.”Her question left both of them momentarily speechless.Daven glanced at Rhea, silently expecting her to come up with an explanation. After all, she had been the one who accused Conan of following her, but Athena's question had exposed the flaw in their assumption.Rhea's lips parted, but no immediate response came.Daven quickly recovered. Instead of addressing Athena's question, his gaze settled on Conan's bicycle. A mocking smile spread across his face.“Well, look at that!” he exclaimed. “You actually rode here on a bicycle? How embarrassing!”He shook his head, making no effort to hide his amusement.“Conan, have you fallen so far that you can't even afford a proper means of transportation? What kind of man rides a bicycle to a place like this?”Rhea followed his gaze and scoffed.“
Chapter 17
Conan didn't spend much time looking for accommodation. He preferred somewhere inconspicuous rather than drawing attention to himself. His identity was special, and for security reasons, it had always been kept confidential. Until the current affairs surrounding the group settled, he preferred to keep a low profile. Once this busy period was over, he would find a suitable place for a long-term residence.After settling in, he took a shower and changed into comfortable clothes. Before going to bed, he remembered his mother-in-law and picked up his phone to call her."Conan!" Clara's cheerful voice came through almost immediately."How are you feeling, Mom?""I'm doing very well. The doctor says I can be discharged tomorrow afternoon. You must come and pick me up.Conan smiled. "Good to know you're fine.""You know, I've recovered much faster in just a few hours than I expected. The doctor said it was because of the excellent equipment they used during my treatment. Apparently, I've be
Chapter 16
Daven's phone rang while he and Rhea were still seated at the table.He glanced at the screen and answered. The conversation was brief, but his expression brightened as he listened. By the time he ended the call, a pleased smile had spread across his face."Rhea, I've got good news!"She barely reacted. Her gaze remained fixed on the exit through which Conan and Athena had disappeared. A part of her still hoped Conan would return. Perhaps he would realise he had gone too far and come back to ask her to leave with him."What good news?" she asked distractedly.Daven leaned closer. "There's news about the president of Ashworth Diamond Group. Isn't that the company you've been trying to cooperate with?"Rhea immediately turned towards him."What happened?""Tomorrow, the president himself will officially inspect the company's operations. We could arrive early and take the opportunity to present your company's project proposal directly to him."Her eyes widened. "Really?""Of course." Dav
Chapter 15
Daven continued laughing, seemingly convinced that Conan had finally lost his mind."Did everyone hear that? He doesn't need to pay!" He shook his head in disbelief. "Conan, have you completely lost it? Do you think this is some roadside restaurant where you can eat and walk away without paying?"Rhea's patience was wearing thin.She turned towards Conan, her expression unpleasant."If you want to embarrass yourself, that's your business. But don't drag me into it!" she snapped. "I've already told you to stop being stubborn. Just let me handle the bill!"Conan didn't respond.Rhea clenched her handbag, increasingly frustrated by his refusal to cooperate. Her company was already struggling. The last thing she needed was to become the subject of another embarrassing story because of her husband.Athena, who had initially been confident, also hesitated slightly. She glanced at Conan, then at the waiter."Conan, it's really not a problem. I have plenty of money. Just let me pay."He looke
Chapter 14
Conan couldn't hold back a laugh.Daven's face darkened. He was growing increasingly irritated by the way Athena kept defending Conan, especially when the woman seemed to have no intention of hiding her interest in him.Not wanting to appear less desirable, he suddenly stretched his arm around Rhea's shoulders and pulled her closer."Well, this ugly one is cherished by the most beautiful woman in Milan City."He flashed Conan a smug smile, clearly expecting Rhea to play along and perhaps even kiss his cheek to reinforce his point.However, Rhea didn't reciprocate.Instead, she lowered her gaze, remembering something Conan had once told her during their marriage.He had made it clear that he would never accept a woman who had been intimate with another man. Back then, she hadn't thought much of his words. Now, with Daven's arm around her, she suddenly felt uncomfortable.She carefully removed his arm.Daven's smile faltered. "What's wrong?" he asked quietly."Nothing." Rhea adjusted he
Chapter 13
Rhea looked away, pressing her lips together. She had no intention of letting Conan know his words had gotten to her.Conan smirked. "The cat caught your tongue? Interesting, ex-wife."Rhea shot him a glare.She opened her mouth, but no immediate response came. His mention of the surgery had brought back the phone call she received from him. She remembered how desperately he had sounded when he asked her for money, and how quickly she had dismissed him.Still, she believed he was simply looking for another excuse to involve her in his problems."You're still bringing that up?" she eventually asked, trying to sound dismissive. "I already told you I had my own things to deal with that day."Conan let out a humourless laugh."Of course. You always have something more important to deal with."Daven shifted in his seat, displeased that the conversation was turning against Rhea."Conan, don't act as though Rhea owes you anything. You were asking her for money, and she had every right to ref
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