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CHAPTER 124

Author: Lauren
last update Last Updated: 2024-06-26 11:44:40

ARIA’S POV

As promised to Adam, I made him a partner in the Spanos Group of Companies’ project as a gesture of gratitude for saving my life. But he is still so clingy, and it's becoming too much for me to endure at this time.

“I didn’t ask for this Aria. Remember, you’re the one who dragged me into this project.”

“This is better than having to remarry you! After all, didn’t you ask for a return favor?”

What does he think of himself? Does he truly believe I would consider remarrying him? The very thought is laughable and infuriating. Even in his wildest dreams, nothing of that sort would ever happen.

Adam's delusion and clinginess are becoming unbearable, and it's maddening to see how out of touch with reality he is. His persistence only heightens my frustration and disbelief, making me question how he could ever imagine there being a future between us.

“Never mind, it’s good that I get to meet you often then.”

The overconfidence and smirk on his face make me roll my eyes in exasperat
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