Chapter Forty Four.

“It’s no big deal. My parents owe me a lot of money. After I fell out with them, they refused to pay me back. It’s a family matter. I can handle it. There’s no need for you to get involved.” Miss tone was relaxed even though she deliberately omitted the most important part.

Darren glanced at her from the corner of his eyes and sighed.

It was true that he didn’t know that much about the Thompson family, but since Mia was being stubborn about it, he respected her decision. “Fine. But if you need any help, just tell me.”

Mia nodded obediently and lowered her gaze. “Okay,” she said softly.

Darren pinched her cheek and warned in a low voice, “ and from now on, you have to tell others that you’re married.”

“Okay, okay, okay. Do you want me to wear a sign with the word ‘married’ on it?” Mus raised her head and glared at him, pouring like a spoiled child.

“It’s for your own good. It’s obvious that David had ulterior motives. Trust me. His intentions were written all over his face.” As