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She gave a slight smile. “Sorry, but my principles won’t allow me
to be such a doormat.”
The companion of the woman with the twisted ankle went to
support her, her face showing her embarrassment.
“Who was gossiping? Everyone knows you like Mr. Carroll,
following him around like a puppy. You…”
“You’re mistaken.”
Madeleine cut her off, her voice even, her gaze so clear it left
the two with nowhere to hide.
“I’m not interested in him. I have a husband and a child, a happy
marriage, and a wonderful family. If you’re saying this about me
because of Edward…”
Madeleine paused, then chuckled lightly. “Then I’d have to question your upbringing. After all, the education I received
taught me not to belittle other women over any man.”
After speaking, Madeleine glanced down at the woman’s ankle,
which was already red and swollen.
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“You should get that checked at a hospital. A sprain like that, if
you don’t let it heal properly, it could cause permanent
problems. You won’t be able to wear high heels anymore.”
After Madeleine’s crystal–clear words, the two women fell silent,
as if their acupuncture points had been hit, standing frozen in
place for a long time.
Upbringing.
Yes, what about their upbringing?
They were both heiresses from prominent families, having
received good educations since childhood.
How could they say such ugly things over a man?
By the time they came to their senses, Madeleine was already
far away.
Meanwhile, someone by Roderick’s side told him what had just
happened at the entrance.
Roderick’s expression changed slightly. He said his goodbyes to a few executives and hurriedly turned to leave.
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He happened to run into Madeleine at the door. Roderick
frowned and stepped forward to examine her closely.
“Are you hurt?”
“Why would I be hurt?”
Madeleine smiled, and copying the others, she took Roderick’s
arm.
Their outfits complemented each other, and standing together,
they looked like a picture from a magazine, drawing many
glances.
Among them was Edward, who was chatting with his friends
nearby.
He looked up, his deep, dangerous gaze cutting through the
crowd to land on her, carefully studying the woman.
Madeleine looked very different today.
“Is that… Mr. Livingston and Mrs. Livingston?”
Someone nearby spoke, and only then did Edward look away, a faint smile hiding the feelings in his eyes.
“I heard that Mrs. Livingston has admired Mr. Carroll for a long
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time. Our Mr. Carroll is truly one of a kind, making countless
women fall for him.”
“Hey, don’t say that, or Fiona will get angry later.”
Fiona heard their conversation and smilingly linked her arm with
Edward’s.
“Why would I be angry?
Edward is so outstanding, it’s only normal for people to admire
him.”
After speaking, she glanced in Madeleine’s direction.
“It’s just that it’s a bit much for a married woman to still be
joining in on the fun. Don’t you think so, Edward?”
Fiona smiled and turned her head, expecting Edward to agree
with her, but his gaze was cold, and he glanced at her without a
word.
For a moment, Fiona was at a loss.
Did I say something wrong just now?
He seems to be angry.
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The business partners nearby noticed the awkward atmosphere
and quickly changed the subject.
“By the way, I heard Mr. Livingston’s side isn’t planning to bid on
the North City Science Park project?
He’s so young, after all. So shortsighted.”
“Not necessarily shortsighted. He probably knows our Mr.
Carroll is determined to win it and got scared.”
As they spoke, all sorts of eager, flattering words tumbled out,
and they raised their glasses to toast Edward.
Edward had long grown tired of such flattery.
He listlessly clinked glasses with them, then made an excuse
about seeing an acquaintance he needed to greet and left.
“Edward.”
Fiona chased after him, cautiously.
“Were you angry just now?”
“Angry?
What would I be angry about.”
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Fiona frowned, “You don’t seem like yourself.”
Edward scoffed, “I’m just bored. A bunch of brainless people
gathered together.”
“Brainless?
What do you mean?”
Edward looked at Fiona, “Do you really think Roderick would
give up on the Science Park project?”
“He wouldn’t?”
Fiona frowned, “I heard the Livingston Group has had a lot of
problems recently. Even if he wanted to compete, he definitely
couldn’t win against you.”
Edward didn’t say anything. When he turned his head, he
happened to see Madeleine reaching out to fix Roderick’s tie.
What a picture of a loving couple. Did she know he was here
and was putting on a show for him on purpose?
You really think you’re something, don’t you, Madeleine.
For some reason, Edward felt a tightness in his chest. He told
Fiona not to follow him and turned to go outside for a smoke.
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