Billionaire, Let's Divorce (Mark and Sydney) novel Chapter 290

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ANASTASIA 

I watched as the group’s attention turned to Aiden, his eyes flashing with a protective intensity that made my heart skip a beat. 

“She said back off, buddy,” He said, his voice firm but controlled. “Know your limits. She’s not interested.” 

The worker, rising from the dust while still trying to save face, sneered at him. “Mind your business pal.” 

Aiden took a warning step forward, his eyes blazing with enough spite to set him ablaze in one glare. “I’m not your pal and I am making it my business.” 

“I can handle myself,” I said, trying to intervene, but Aiden’s gaze remained fixed on the worker. 

“No, you don’t have to handle yourself,” He said, his voice firm. “He needs to learn to respect boundaries. If I see you harassing her again, I’ll report you. 

The worker’s face reddened, but he knew he was beaten. He slinked away from us, “Whatever, man,” he muttered, before quickly retreating, disappearing behind the shelves. 

An uncomfortable spell of silence fell over the group, but I tried to shake it off, focusing on my task instead. “Well, that was awkward,” I said, trying to break the tension. 

Aiden turned to me, his expression softening. “You okay, Ana?” 

I nodded, trying to play it cool. “Yeah, I’m fine. Thanks for stepping in.” 

He smiled, his eyes crinkling at the corners. “Anytime.” 

I nodded, taking a deep breath, and returned to my task, trying to put the uncomfortable encounter behind me but his protective instincts had been stirred, and I wasn’t sure what to make of it. 

As soon as he stepped outside, the other women in the other group couldn’t help but comment on his dreamy qualities. As expected, I thought with a mental eye roll. 

“Oh my god, he’s so chivalrous!” One of them sighed, her tone dripping with admiration. “Anastasia is so lucky to have him come to her defense like that. He’s like a modern–day knight in shining armor.” 

“I know, right?” Another agreed, her voice filled with envy. “I wish someone would stand up for me like 

that.” 

at was really 

Then their voices turned concerned. “Wait, we should check if Anastasia–is alright. That 

uncomfortable.” 

The group approached me, their faces filled with worry “Ana, are you okay?” A blonde asked, her voice soft. “That guy was really creepy. If you want to talk about it…” 

I took a deep breath, trying to compose myself. “Yeah, I’m fine. Thanks for asking. But my voice and hands trembled slightly, betraying my emotions. 

I’m sure it was really upsetting.” The brunette amongst them said, her eyes filled with empathy. “Do you want us to stay with you for a bit in case he comes back?” 

I appreciated their concern, but I just shook my head. “I’m really fine, guys but he won’t. Except he wants 

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to risk getting jobless. Thanks for understanding.” 

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But they didn’t look convinced. They lingered around me, their eyes filled with worry, until I finally assured them I was okay and they returned to their tasks. 

Even then, I could sense their occasional glances, checking in on me to make sure I was alright. It was sweet of them, but I couldn’t shake off the feeling of unease that still lingered inside me like a haunting ghost.