Chapter 184 A week after the Russian events , Asher returned to London . Thete April breeze carried warmth through the city streets . Asher wore a ck shirt and trousers that entuated his broad shoulders and narrow waist . His handsome features carried a hint of cool detachment , his eyes as deep as a dark ocean . The moment he saw Thalia , however , the detachment in his eyes dissolvedpletely , reced by tender affection .


    When Thalia spotted Asher , she assumed he was making his regr " inspection " visit to the firm and greeted him casually : " Good morning , Mr. ckwood . " Asher''s gaze briefly swept over an unfamiliar face in the office before returning to Thalia , offering her a box . " Lia , have a look . " The new face was Thalia''s personal bodyguard , an American - Chinese woman named na Wei , arranged by Randolph .


    na wore her hair cropped at ear - length , and her sun - kissed skin gave her a wild , healthy appearance . Standing at 5''11 " , she had a medium build that was neither fat nor thin - just solid muscle . Her very presence exuded security . Thalia had arranged for na to work at the firm as her personal assistant , handling non - legal tasks . Her sry as a bodyguard was two million dors a month , paid directly from Randolph''s ount .


    na had started working at the firm five days ago . Not only was she working there , but she had also moved in with Thalia . For the past few days , na had shadowed Thalia everywhere , living and dining with her . Thalia nced at the box in Asher''s hand . " What is it ? " " A gift for you . " Thalia returned her gaze to herputer screen , continuing to type , her expression impassive . " No , thank you . " " You''re refusing without even looking ?


    " Asher walked to Thalia''s desk , opened the box , and took out a beautiful silk scarf . Thalia couldn''t help but look twice - she had to admit that Asher had excellent taste . She genuinely liked the scarf . Asher , perceptive as ever , caught the sh of appreciation in her eyes . His lips curved into a slight smile . " I noticed this brand of scarves is quite popr with women . It''s a local Russian brand , only avable in Moscow .


    Many women bring one back as a souvenir when they visit . The moment I saw this scarf , I knew you''d like it . " 09:44 Your Gold Digger is Actually A True Heiress Chapter 124 Thalia unexpectedly quipped : " Mr. ckwood seems remarkably well - informed about women''s preferences . " Asher replied without thinking " Taurine rmended it to me . " "Did she now ? " Tha said coolly . " It is beautiful , but I won''t ept it .


    Perhaps it would be more appropriate to give it to Laurina instead ? At this , Asher suddenly smiled , the ice in his eyes melting instantly . His gaze , bright as ss and filled with mirth , fixed on Thalia Jealous , are you ? " His voice carried unmistakable amusement , which only irritated Thalia further . Her brow furrowed slightly as she lowered her voice . " I am not .


    " Asher looked intently at Thalia''s face , his gaze tender and enduring , his voice pleasantly patient as he exined : " Laurina''s grandfather and my grandmother are siblings . She''s my cousin . I should introduce you sometime . " Thalia gave a cold snort . " No , thank you . I''m not interested . It''s none of my concern . " Asher''s handsome face bore a gentle smile as he tried to soothe her . " Alright , alright . No introductions yet . Carry on with your work , Lia .


    " With that , he ced the scarf back in the box and set it gently on Thalia''s desk . " Please keep the scarf . " Asher departed . The elegant white box remained on Thalia''s desk . After finishing her current task , Thalia''s gaze drifted to the box . She paused for a few seconds , then sighed silently . After work , Thalia went to dinner at a restaurant with Lucy Jenkins , Katie , and na . Every time she saw na , Katie couldn''t help but exim : " You''re so cool !


    Seriously , you''re incredible - you''d be an absolute heartthrob in the lesbianmunity ! With those looks , you''d be the ultimate crush ! " Lucy looked at Katie with mock horror . " Katie , if you keep this up , I''m going to start questioning your sexuality . " na''s English was excellent , and she understood Katie''sments perfectly . Naturally reserved and serious , typically maintained a stoic expression .


    Hearing Katie''spliments , she responded impassively : " I have no interest in women . Even less in men . " " Asexual , huh ? " Katie blurted out . No Chapter 184 Thaliaughed awkwardly , her lips twitching . " You really do say whateveres to mind , don''t you ? Aren''t you afraid she''ll punch you ? " Katie pouted . " She''s the one who said it ! " " I wouldn''t , " na replied without expression . " I only fight people who threaten my employer . " Lucy looked thoughtful .


    " But seriously , na is genuinely more handsome than many men ! " Thalia smiled . " I agreepletely . " na''s expression remained unchanged . Katie sighed dramatically . " Since joining this firm , my aesthetic standards have skyrocketed . Thalia is gorgeous , Rupert and Mr. ckwood are absolutely stunning , and now we have this incredibly handsome female bodyguard . My standards for men have be so high that it''s no wonder I can''t find a boyfriend . " Lucyughed .


    " Don''t worry , Katie , we''re still young . There''s no rush . " " Easy for you to say , " Katie nced at her with a smile . " Something''s going on between you and Marktely , isn''t it ? I''ve noticed him picking you up after work quite often . " Lucy blushed , lowering her eyes shyly . " Lucy , are you and Mark dating ? " Thalia looked at her in surprise . " When did this happen ? Why didn''t you tell me ?


    " Lucy kept her head down , speaking bashfully : " No , not really … he''s been pursuing metely , but I haven''t agreed yet . " Thalia smiled warmly . " From the look on your face , I''d say you like him too . It''s only a matter of time before you say yes , isn''t it ? " Lucy nodded shyly . " By the way , how is Teresa doing recently ? " Thalia asked . " I''ve been so busy I haven''t had time to visit her . " Lucy replied : " Teresa''s much better .


    She was discharged from the hospital a few days ago and is back in school now . " " That''s good to hear , " Thalia was relieved . " Has the money I gave been enough ? School expenses add up , and can Mark manage on his own ? " After Teresa''s sessful surgery , Thalia had given Mark and Teresa a bank card with ￡ 50,000 . She had offered to support Teresa through university and Mark through his education as well , if he was interested . Initially , the siblings had refused .


    Mark had shaken his head . " Ms. Winters , you''ve already helped us tremendously . My sister''s life was saved th Acmall A True Heiress Chapter 184 to you . We couldn''t possibly trouble you further . We can''t ept this money . " Teresa had agreed : " Yes , Thalia , I can''t take any more money from you . " " Mark , " Thalia had looked at the boy seriously . " Your sister will need follow - up examinations and treatments , and school fees and living expenses are substantial .


    As the saying goes , if you''re going to help someone , help them all the way . Since I have the means , I want to see this through . Consider it my heartfelt wish . You''re still young - you might think your body can handle working around the clock , but eventually , it will break down . What will happen to your sister then ? Do you want her to drop out of school and work odd jobs to pay for your medical treatment ? That would defeat the entire purpose .


    " In the end , Mark had taken Thalia''s words to heart . He had epted the card and earnestly told Thalia : " Ms. Winters , I''ll remember your immense kindness . I''ll repay this money to you in the future . " Teresa had added brightly : " Thalia , I''ll study hard too , get into a good university , find a good jobter , and earn money to repay you . " " Excellent , " Thalia had smiled gently . " Both of you , keep pushing forward . Live well . " " We will !


    " the siblings had replied in unison . The group of young women walked along the sidewalk , chatting andughing . The evening breeze tousled their hair as their cheerful voices lingered in the air . The setting sun cast its golden light upon them , stretching their shadows long across the bustling street filled with passersby . ◇ ( 4 )