Sheila said, “The moment you found out, you helped clarify things and protect my reputation. For that alone, I’m extremely grateful.”Alex smiled. “For me, it was just a few words. Don’t take it to heart, and don’t feel like you owe me anything.”After a pause, he added with a grin, “If you really feel indebted, treat me to a meal sometime.”Sheila smiled too. “Sure, when I have time, I’ll invite you to my home. I don’t earn as much as you, so I can’t afford fancy places like Wiltspoon Hotel.”Alex said, “I’m actually easy to please. It doesn’t have to be a five-star hotel. Even street food is fine for me.”“That won’t do. It’s not that I dislike them, but if the paparazzi catch us together, I’ll be thrown into the spotlight and be criticized harshly.”A man as outstanding and well-born as Alex surely had many admirers. He was a dream partner for countless girls.If the paparazzi caught them, she would indeed be dragged into a storm of criticism.Alex said, “If anyone tries to
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