Joseph exerted considerable force, leaving red marks on Chloe's wrist. Annoyance flashed across her face as she said, "Who cares about coming here? If it weren't for something important, I would never come here for the rest of my life."
Joseph's face turned pale with anger and responded by tightening his grip. He seemed intent on punishing her. Chloe winced in pain and took a quick step forward, viciously stomping on his shoe with her pointed heel a few times. Yet, Joseph remained surprisingly composed and side-eyed her.
"Had enough?" he asked.
Seeing him seemingly unaffected, Chloe's interest quickly waned. "What's with the tough act? It should hurt unless you're dead."
"You're right.”
Joseph's fingertips hid the red marks on Chloe's wrist. She forcefully pulled away, throwing him an indifferent expression. "Are you done, Mr. Joseph? Not every woman is like Xavia who throws themselves at any man they see. I'm only here today to deliver something to an employee of mine."
Joseph's gaze intensified as he shifted his attention to Frieda who stood a few meters away. Their eyes met, but the distance prevented them from discerning the expression in each other's eyes. The trembling of Frieda's lips hinted at something unusual, but she quickly averted her gaze, lowered her head, and straightened her back.
Meanwhile, Joseph continued to gaze deeply at Frieda. He asked Chloe, "That woman over there’s the employee you mentioned?”
"Yes, and I have no reason to lie to you. I have no interest in playing games with you.”
Chloe had seen through him. She understood that beneath his striking exterior lay a former shell of himself. Inner beauty was the true symbol of beauty.
Joseph chuckled and shifted his approach, playfully pinching her slender waist as he leaned closer. "But you did pursue me five years ago, didn't you?"
Chloe's memories resurfaced. She blinked, but her expression remained indifferent. "People make mistakes. Can you guarantee a hundred percent return on investments?"
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