Chapter 255 Mixing Wine and Beer? You’re Quite Something

The grip on Chloe's chin was painful, but she maintained a bright smile. "What's wrong? Is it not acceptable? After all, your heart belongs to Xavia, not me. I'll step aside and make room for her, and everyone will be happy."

"Why?" Joseph's brows furrowed in anger, and a storm brewed in his icy gaze. "Is offering an apology too much of an inconvenience for you?"

"Yes," she replied.

She had truly dedicated herself to taking care of Oreo and Toto, even going the extra mile to prepare homemade snacks for them. She treated the two dogs as her own and never scolded them, even when they misbehaved. Despite being exhausted after work, she still made it a point to take them for walks. Yet, whenever something went wrong, it was all her fault.

Could he not have given her the benefit of the doubt and waited for the truth to come to light? Must he embarrass her in front of his ex-girlfriend? She had feelings too, and his actions had wounded her deeply.

Joseph's gaze shifted downward, his pen