Chapter 125
She was floored the had speculated that Land Elaine were probably chums, given their deep professional ties and then families being old money allies
But engaged? That was beyond her wildest guess.
So where did that leave her?
Lipon hearing her words, Ludwik’s handsome face froze, his features turning rigid.
grip tightened around her delicate hand, his gaze fierce. “Who told you that?”
“Ashton) So, it’s true? Whitney’s laugh was hollow, tinged with sorrow, “You and her, childhood sweethearts with a wedding on the horizon Once our child is born, you’re set to marry her. Then why be serious with me? Now get it. I’m just a fling, but now I’ve been cast as the mistress. L, are you amused by playing me?”
Her soft eyes drilled into him.
Ludwik’s face went cold, “He’s talking nonsense. It’s not like that at all!”
“Did you lie to me?”
“wouldn’t call it lying” His frown deepened, and an oppressive oura surrounded him.
Releasing Whitney’s hand, Ludwik shoved his hands in his pockets, blocking her path, his tone detached as he explained, “Elaine was my fiancée, but only for three months. The family dumped a failing business on me, with everyone waiting to see me fall. I was a self–made man, and the Bartels family put her by my side. I needed her status and used her to ward off some women later. I made it clear to the Bartels that she was like a sister to me. The marriage was their one–sided attempt to promote her. If I liked her that much, you would not have stood a chance!”
His mockery was evident, pride etched in his features.
“So, he truly believes he did not deceive me?” Whitney thought.
As long as he did not admit to having a fiancée, there was not one, right? Elaine adored him, and Ashton’s certainty indicated she had been by his side for years as his fiancée.
Whitney wondered if he ever realized that Elaine’s harassment these past days might all stem from his secrecy. The hurt inside her had no outlet, and she offered a self–deprecating smile, “I never wanted to be a mistress, and I doubt any woman does. If you’re serious about someone, you should clear up your relationships first. L. if you’d told me at Alpine Springs Resort that you had a fiancée, especially her, I would’ve never agreed to date. you…
“So, you’re having second thoughts again, huh?” His face darkened abruptly, cutting her off.
This woman was always so uncertain about their relationship.
Anger surged through him as he spoke coldly, I’ve explained myself. She’s not my fiancée now, was only in name for three months. Why can’t you let it go? Do I strike you as the type to lie? You believe the gossip but not me?”
The truth was, he had lied to her, whether out of a desire to avoid trouble or a subconscious reluctance to share his personal life.
Whitney shook her head, her eyes dimming. “You haven’t grasped my point. I may have fallen on hard times, but I still have my pride. A transaction forcing me to bear your child is one thing. But to do so with feelings for a man engaged to another, I can’t.”
“What are you saying?”
“We need to cool off.” Whitney turned away, shutting the door behind her.
Thus tom, the detimeeting man did not stop het
But the moment the door chord, a loud thump erupted from the adjacent wall.
Tiana, trembling steamed herself against the wall “Why on earth is this guy a CEO? He should be hauling bricks on a construction site with that strength”
Whitney could not focus on her friend’s attempt at humor, sinking into the couch, her eyes weary.
She realized i never saw her as an equal, adept at controlling her, demanding her compliance, yet stingy with explanations.
This relationship was exhausting
Tiana asked. “When you say cool off, do you mean to break up, Whitney?
Whitney paused, then said. can’t stand the scom of being the mistress. He doesn’t understand. I’m angry because he lied and did not respect me.”
Tiana knew her dilemma, sighed deeply, and reached for her phone. “You’re so upset. Should I call Valerie to keep you company?”
But when she dialed, Valerie did not pick up.
At the Fuller Mansion, dinner had just ended when Valerie grabbed her phone, ready to leave.
Ashton’s mother, Matilda, sat in her wheelchair, eyeing her like she was some kind of streetwalker.
Ever since the car accident left her legs disabled, Matilda harbored a deep–seated resentment towards Valerie.
“Young Master likes sweet pudding. Come with me, ma’am, and serve him a bowl,” a servant suggested cheerfully.
As she returned, she collided with the dashing man entering the house.
Then, Ashton faced his father with a cold, stern expression. “Why did you call me back?”
For a moment, Ashton was caught off guard, the memory of her unclothed body abroad flashing in his mind.
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I am waiting for Whitney to remember about the boy she saved long time ago and go back to Valentine manor to retrieve the half ring so she would discovered monica gave it to Ellaine and it would be the best moment. Please author make it happen and thank u for the updates its a lovely story i love it😘...
Update the latest chapters pls...