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Chapter 171

Author: Cozy Season
Debra frowned. "What's this?"

"It's what I owe you," Juan replied, unwilling to reveal more.

Debra opened the box to find a diamond ring inside.

When she married Juan, there was no wedding ceremony or ring. He had claimed to be too busy, and they had only obtained their marriage certificate. Yet tonight, Juan was giving her a ring, and she couldn't help but question his motives.

"Why give me a ring now?"

"I neglected your feelings before. I hope you can give me a chance."

His words surprised her, but she soon regained her senses.

"Is this about my family?"

Behind her was the Frazier family, who held a major stake in the Nichols Group's new plaza. The competition from the McKinney Group's commercial street posed a significant threat, and Juan couldn't afford a divorce at this crucial time.

Her words unnerved Juan, and he grasped her arm. "Why do you always think I have ulterior motives? Can't it just be because..."

His voice trailed off. "Because I like you?"

Debra was stunne
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