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Chapter 14

Penulis: Queeneth Ella
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Lian turned slightly. “Sorry, I’m not ready yet—”

He froze.

A tall, blonde-haired woman stood just inside the boutique. She wore a trench coat and sunglasses, despite the warm weather, and carried a small quilted handbag. Her aura was expensive. Elegant. Confident. But familiar.

Not until she removed her glasses.

Lian’s blood went cold.

It was Vivian.

“you……” Lian muttered.

Vivian’s lips curved in amusement as she stared at him.

“Ueah me! Well,” she said softly. “I heard the rumors… but seeing you today? Much more entertaining.”

Lian stepped back slightly, his pulse pounding. “What… what are you doing here?”

Vivian tilted her head. “Shopping. Obviously.”

She walked slowly around the room, her heels tapping in a gentle rhythm. “I heard Cheng was marrying you for real,” she added casually. “Didn’t believe it at first. You were always the reckless one, the wildest bitch. Not exactly bride material.”

Lian's heart raced. Wildest bitch?

He tried not to
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