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Chapter 30 Slaps and Claps +8 Pearls The words hit Adeline like a dagger, yet her expression remained calm, not showing any turmoil. Only her coffee slightly, then quickly steadied. спр tilted “Enough. Adeline finally spoke up. She slowly turned her head, her dark eyes piercing into Paige with a suffocating chill. “If you’re looking … Read More “The New Me After 30” »
Chapter 29 Stirring Trouble Eden quickly caught up, asking cautiously, “Miss, where are we heading now?” “To the coffee shop, Adeline replied in a tone devoid of emotion. “I need some time to quiet down.” +8 Pearls Eden nodded and didn’t ask further, simply following her silently. Justin stood still for a moment, watching her … Read More “The New Me After 29” »
Chapter 28 Cafe Clashes +8 Pearls Justin didn’t even glance her way but walked straight up to Adeline and gently placed his hand on her shoulder. His action was gentle and natural, as if it were something he was accustomed to doing. “I’m sorry I’m late,” he said. That simple sentence seemed to freeze the … Read More “The New Me After 28” »
Chapter 27 Showdown at the Dress Shop +8 Pearls Adeline glanced indifferently at the dress adorned with sequins and a skirt as elaborate as a fanfare, and said lightly, “It’s too flashy, not for me.” “Oh, come on,” Michelle cajoled, playfully shaking her arm, just try it on; maybe Mr. Justin will like it?” “Whether … Read More “The New Me After 27” »
Hearing the mention of the old lady, Adeline finally paused for a moment. She lowered her gaze to Michelle’s eyes, brimming with hypocrisy, and after a brief silence, she slowly spoke, “Alright, I’ll go.” “Fantastic!” Michelle immediately flashed a radiant smile. “Let’s head out now!” The two walked one after the other out of the … Read More “The New Me After 26” »
Chapter 25 Retail Therapy “But…” Diana sighed, her voice tinged with resignation. “We’re doing this for your own good. Only through a marriage alliance can we solidify our relationship with the Kyree family; otherwise…” “Otherwise what? Gavin interrupted sharply, “Otherwise, we sacrifice Adeline’s happiness?” Faced with her son’s interrogation, Diana fell silent for a … Read More “The New Me After 25” »
Chapter 24 Not My Kind of People As soon as Adeline stepped through the doorway, she felt an oppressive atmosphere weighing on her. She looked up to see Gavin standing in the center of the living room, his hands in his pockets, his gaze coldly fixed on her. His usually stern face was now … Read More “The New Me After 24” »
Her gaze was fixed on Adeline, jealousy and resentment nearly spilling from her eyes. “True feelings?” Christopher scoffed, “Then I hope your ‘true feelings‘ can withstand reality” Christopher’s voice was low and icy, each word wrapped in frost that made one shiver uncontrollably. After the party, Adeline got into her car … Read More “The New Me After 23” »
Chapter 22 Tempests at the Banquet. “Do you need a ride home?” a familiar, deep voice called from behind her. She turned around to see Christopher standing a few steps away. His expression was calm, but his eyes were more complex and difficult to read than before. “No need,” she said flatly. Tll just … Read More “The New Me After 22” »
Chapter 21 Bitter Sips and Frosty Looks When Adeline’s gaze landed on Christopher, her heart skipped a beat. The soft lighting of the private room couldn’t mask the sharpness in his eyes. His arrival felt like a cold blade, slicing through the ambiguous atmosphere Justin had meticulously crafted. “Seems like you’re enjoying your chat, … Read More “The New Me After 21” »