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Chapter 244

Author: Cozy Season
Juan initially tried to deceive himself, thinking that Debra's actions were driven by jealousy. But as he looked into her eyes, he saw no signs of caring.

Everything she did was calculated and designed to benefit herself.

"Juan, you're a businessman, and I am one too. You taught me all this," Debra said, her voice as icy as her gaze.

He couldn't understand it. Even now, he couldn't fathom why the Debra who used to be devoted to him had suddenly changed.

Debra, however, knew exactly why. Her old self, who had once revolved around Juan, hadn't ended well. She swore never to make the same mistakes again.

In her last life, Juan had prioritized profit above all else, disregarding marital ties and even the child in her womb.

In this life, she merely employed the same tactics and beat him in his own game.

A smile touched Debra's lips, but her eyes held no warmth. "The three-month deadline isn't up yet. Do your best to impress me and see if I'll fall in love with you again."

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