Chapter 8

Spencer wasn't fond of Ariana in the first place. Now that she was chatting with another man so brazenly, Joanne thought that this would further fuel his hatred for her.

So, she continued to say things that would upset Spencer, "Dr. Lubove is amazing. She can chat with anyone so effortlessly. In contrast, I seem incompetent. I don't dare to strike up a conversation with strangers, especially men—"

Before she could finish, she cried out in surprise.

Spencer had taken a large step forward, and he forcibly dragged her along. Joanne was wearing high heels, and the dress hindered her steps. However, Spencer didn't seem to care as he strode ahead at an alarmingly fast pace.

Joanne had to trot to keep up, causing her to lose any semblance of elegance and grace. She ended up looking utterly disheveled.

Everyone's eyes were on her. She even heard whispers.

"Is that Mr. Ulrich's assistant? Did you see her dress? I went to that art exhibition. Ariana had worn the same dress."

"It's the ex