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    Under the night sky, she looked at him as if she were seeing Jeffrey.


    Opening her arms, she smiled at the innocent young man.


    Trey stepped forward, his hands shaking slightly as he wrapped her in a hug.


    In that brief embrace, his heart was a mix of excitement, joy, and a deep, bittersweet sadness.


    “Take care of yourself, Rachel.”


    “I wish you all the sess and happiness, Trey!” Rachel patted his back softly. After saying their goodbyes, they went their separate ways.


    Rachel had barely taken a few steps when Brian’s car appeared, pulling up beside her.


    The window rolled down, and his serious face appeared. “Get in,” he said firmly.


    Rachel got into the car, surrounded by a thick, uneasy silence. Brian’s expression was cold, adding to the chill in the air. The atmosphere inside the car was nearly unbearable.


    Ronald, feeling a shiver, swiftly maneuvered the steering wheel as an electric scooter darted out from the opposite direction. The sudden turn sent Rachel tumbling into Brian’s arms, the momentum leaving her no choice but to cling to him.


    When the vehicle regained stability, Rachel attempted to move back to her seat. However, strong hands gripped her waist, keeping her in ce. Brian’s cold voice asked from above, “Don’t you think you owe me an exnation?”


    “And what about you?” Rachel countered, meeting his gaze. “Where were you when I was injured in a car ident?” Brian’s heart skipped a beat. He fidgeted with his fingers and responded in a subdued voice, “I was tied up with some urgent matters.”


    His evasive behavior showed he wasn’t interested in discussing it further. A heavy feeling settled in Rachel’s heart. It was clear he wasn’t going to admit anything, not even under intense pressure.


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    “Why were you allowing Trey to embrace you?” he questioned sharply, his eyes probing for the truth.


    “He’s leaving thepany. It was merely a goodbye—nothing more. You’re making too much of it.”


    “Well, it better be!” Brian snapped.


    He was secretly relieved that Trey had voluntarily resigned after the project concluded.


    Following Norton’s departure that night, Yvonne found her calls to him remained unanswered. It was clear he was still upset. She had humbled herself, pleading for his understanding. Yet, he was still not appeased.


    Left with no alternative, she decided to ask for Edmond’s assistance. Come morning, she put on a nice outfit, slipped on a jade bracelet, and applied simple yet elegant makeup before heading to Edmond’s house. Edmond had just wrapped up his breakfast and was stretching.


    Upon noticing her, Yvonne chimed in, “Edmond, may I join your workout?” He took a moment to assess her elegant dress. “You’re too lovely today for a workout. Why not sit and enjoy some drinks with me instead?”


    Undeterred, Yvonne replied, “Don’t worry. I can slip into something morefortable from here.”


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