16: Picking Up Where They Left Off

"Wow, now that you mention it, it does seem plausible."

"It's always been the case. Since when do the wealthy elite work as secretaries in a company?"

"But I don't get it, why a sham marriage?"

"There must be a reason. I've heard Ms. Shen and Mr. Qin grew up together. When the Shen family went bankrupt, Mr. Qin stayed by her side, probably as a way to lend a helping hand. Look at her now, nobody dares to bully her."

"So, our Mr. Qin is quite the hero."

"I also heard Mr. Qin has been waiting for Serena to return from abroad. A man who is both loyal and passionate, tsk, that's our Mr. Qin for you."

As people chattered, Lillian stood behind them, listening without avoidance. Her expression was calm, as if she wasn’t the subject of their gossip.

Until Nolan's car stopped in front of everyone, the window rolled down to reveal his handsome face, "Get in."

Lillian got into Nolan's car under the watchful eyes of everyone.

Only after the car had driven a good distance did those who had been di