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Chapter 81: Negotiation

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last update Last Updated: 2023-06-19 18:34:57

Around them, students were walking sporadically. Asher's appearance naturally drew attention, and walking together in school only invited more glances.

Asher was accustomed to these gazes, or perhaps in his perceptual world, these insignificant looks were simply nonexistent.

Well, since they both intended to have a good relationship with Asher, there was no need to feel awkward! Vivienne took a deep breath and faced those looks with composure.

On the way, they encountered some classmates whose faces seemed familiar, but Vivienne couldn't recall their names. She would make an effort to force a smile.

"Have you encountered any problems at work?" Asher suddenly asked.

Vivienne was surprised, "Why did you suddenly bring up work?"

"Your friend mentioned that you might have some trouble at work."

That's why. She breathed a sigh of relief, "It's nothing."

Asher abruptly stopped walking, "You don't want to tell me?"

Vivienne looked up at him. Although it was already getting dark, she could st
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