Her Revenge Was His Regret (Shirley and Gilbert) novel Chapter 294

Chapter 294 The Heiress.

Chapter 294 The Heiress

Gilbert wanted to argue.

But Sherry was faster. “You’re just scared people will call you ungrateful, dumping your girlfriends, wanting it all.”

Both men bristled, but Julia tugged at their sleeves with a peacemaking look.

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“This isn’t anyone’s fault. It’s mine. I tripped. That’s why everyone misunderstood. Now that we’ve already gone inside, someone like me who’s scared can’t just walk out. I’m afraid you’ll all just have to tolerate me.”

That guy’s expression was almost the same as Gilbert’s.

He was drawn in by Julia’s gentle, gracious charm.

“I’m Kurt Granger.” He straightened. “Successor to the Granger Group in King City. Nice to meet you all.”

King City’s Granger Group was not as big as Harrison Group, but still one of the four rising families.

His status wasn’t ordinary at all.

“Ah, Mr. Granger. I’ve heard so much about you. Always wanted to make your acquaintance.” Julia extended her hand.

Her pale fingers, tipped with soft pink, looked impossibly delicate.

Kurt actually blushed, running a hand through his hair. “There are a few Granger heirs. I’m just one of them-and not the most useful, honestly.”

‘If you’re useless, what am I?” Julia demurred. “Half actress, half businesswoman. That makes me a total hack, doesn’t it?”

Kurt’s eyes lit up. “I had no idea you were so accomplished. Acting and business. My ex-girlfriend just does design, and her designs aren’t great. Super tacky.”

Julia ducked her head, a little shy. “I can’t compare to you. I need capable people like you to show me the ropes.”

The flattery landed. Kurt puffed up. “Don’t worry. I’ve got your back.”

Behind them, Juan’s lip curled, “Oh, look. Now that she knows he’s loaded, suddenly she’s all sweet. What a suck-up.”

They all heard it but ignored it.

They just treated it like Juan was jealous.

‘Now I get why you’re divorcing that guy,” Juan muttered to Sherry, glaring at Gilbert. “I’d beat him eight times a day.”

Kurt glanced at Sherry, frowned, then looked away. Conveniently, his girlfriend was gone. He slid into line beside Julia.

That left Gilbert alone.

He had planned to replace Juan. He shot Sherry a look, signaling for Juan to pair with the others behind them.

nstead, Sherry pushed some random woman toward him.

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Chapter 294 The Heiress

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This place had a ton of folks from Seaseat City. Seeing Gilbert here was like spotting a celebrity. Better, actually. He was practically the prince of Seaseat City.

The woman latched onto his arm immediately, squealing. “Oh my god, it’s Mr. Bode! I’m a huge fan of your face! You’re even hotter in person!”

Gilbert’s scowl didn’t stand a chance against that kind of flattery. He managed an awkward smile.

She clung to him the entire walk, practically climbing him like a tree.

He didn’t push her away, letting her burrow into his chest.

Fine, Sherry wanted to shove another woman at me? I’ll show her. Let her watch me hold someone else. Let her get jealous. When she gets scared, she’ll remember whose arms are warmest.

He waited for Sherry to regret not pairing with him.

But the haunted house did its job. The atmosphere was genuinely creepy. Women shrieked and flailed. Some fell behind.

Sherry and Juan, though? They strolled through like they were at a gallery opening, commenting on the decor.

She didn’t look his way once, like he didn’t care that another woman was draped all over him.

Like she didn’t give a damn if he was getting all lovey-dovey with someone else.

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