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Chapter 284

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After saying that, I picked up my bag from the chair and turned to leave.

"Bitch!" Bethany cursed angrily behind me.

I clenched my fists, acting as if I hadn't heard her, focusing solely on getting away.

But to my surprise, I soon found myself lost within the residence.

After turning several corners, I glanced to see a courtyard that felt oddly familiar.

Despite being large and clean, the courtyard had a deserted air, as if it hadn't been lived in for a long time.

Driven by some strange impulse, I walked in. As soon as I stepped inside, the gate behind me slammed shut.

In the next moment, a tall figure pressed me against the door.

The familiar scent surrounded me, leaving me nowhere to escape.

I looked up in shock, meeting his deep, dark eyes!

His well-defined fingers gripped my waist, his gaze tender and gentle. "What are you doing in the Shaw family's residence?"

"It's none of your business!" I was instantly infuriated, trying to struggle but unable to move.

Ryan stared a
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