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Chapter 1935 The Lawsuit

Author: Deer
Michael’s twinkling eyes seemed to say, “You have to take responsibility for me.”

Ivanka awkwardly averted her gaze. She scratched her head as she muttered, “Sorry, that was rude of me.”

Michael gave a weak smile and brushed it off as if it did not matter.

His appearance resembled that of a delicate beauty in distress.

Ivanka bit her lip and seemed lost in thought.

“You don’t need to blame yourself too much. This isn’t your fault.” Michael tried to comfort Ivanka and lighten her mood.

Ivanka did not respond right away. Instead, she suddenly patted Michael’s shoulder. “Since you’re injured, you should skip today’s court hearing.”

Today was the official trial date for Ferris and Mandy.

Michael was initially supposed to accompany Ivanka.

His injury acting up was not part of his plan, but since it happened, he thought he might as well take advantage of it.

He wanted to gain some of her sympathy.

However, such was not the result he had in mind.

Michael immediately sat up straig
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