She Left, She Thrived, She’s Worth Billions novel Chapter 29

Melanie was completely lost.

What did Preston understand?

Did he understand that she had deliberately given the Hale Group’s project with Luminaria Aesthetic Institute to Evelyn?

Or did he understand that she had transferred to Dominic’s new company so she could make him leave with nothing on the day of their divorce?

Melanie didn’t say anything more, just stared at Preston with curiosity, watching as he finished his food.

As Nathaniel's daughter, Melanie had been surrounded by the rich and powerful most of her life.

Wastefulness was an everyday occurrence for those people.

Although she didn’t know Preston’s family background, judging by his clothes, manners, and speech, his family was certainly well-off.

Otherwise, he couldn’t have gotten into Luminaria Aesthetic Institute through a backdoor connection.

And yet, a man like Preston had finished all the food.

“What is it?” Preston asked softly, noticing her gaze.

“Nothing,” Melanie shook her head.

“Are you full? We can order more if you’re not.”

“I’m full.”

“Well… it’s getting really late. Should we go now?”

“Okay.”

Melanie was getting used to Preston’s economy of words.

It wasn’t until they stepped outside the shop that she realized it had started to rain.

The summer downpour had come suddenly. Melanie hadn't brought an umbrella and could only stare helplessly at the torrential rain.

Beside her, Preston stood under the eaves, shoulder to shoulder with her.

It was pitch black outside, and the rain was pouring.

A young woman like Melanie should have felt scared, but with Preston there, she actually found the atmosphere quite pleasant.

The air was fresh, and the occasional raindrop on her face brought a cool sensation.

Preston’s deep eyes glanced sideways, and he saw the glistening raindrops on Melanie’s face.

He subconsciously raised his hand, but before his white glove could get wet, he pulled it back.

The dense curtain of rain gradually blurred their figures.

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