Semua Bab Karma Is My Name: Bab 171 - Bab 180

Aria looked at Clarissa in shock. "Clary, I can't believe I'm running into you here! When did you come back? Did you tie the knot with Mitchell? I saw how affectionate you two are on social media."Gosh, you two really make me feel awful for being single!"As soon as she finished, Clarissa froze like she had been struck by a spell, eyes wide with disbelief.Right off the bat, Aria was exposing her like that! Did she know where she was? How could she say all that right in front of Clifford?Meanwhile, Clifford, seated behind his desk, heard everything. His face darkened into a gloomy shade, and his sharp gaze sliced straight through Clarissa, who was standing right before Aria.Clarissa felt so embarrassed that she wished she could disappear into the floor. By the time she snapped back to her senses, her back was already drenched in cold sweat.She slowly hooked her lips into a faint smile and explained, "You've got it all wrong, Ari. Mitchell and I are history. In fact, I'm marri

Clifford recalled everything he had done for Clarissa—the sacrifices because of family pressures, trying way above and beyond to get Stephen to accept him, and all the emotional labor of keeping her happy.She had been his shining light during his lowest moments. When he chased after her, his dull high school years had colors. Her bright smile and innocent words filled his life with brilliance.Then, there was Seraphine, who stood with him throughout hardship and watched him grow. He gave all his love to Clarissa and couldn't reciprocate her feelings. So, he used her.If Clarissa hadn't returned to the country, he might've married Seraphine without thinking twice.Ever since he made it, curiosity about Clarissa stirred again. He had heard rumors and dug up her whereabouts. When he finally discovered where she was, he excitedly flew to see her, using business trips as cover.Now that he thought about all the crazy stuff he did, he felt like he deserved this coming.Clarissa shook

Aria waited for Clarissa and Stephen to leave before walking into Clifford's office. She walked with a graceful sway, effortlessly maintaining her flawless act even when she knew Clifford wasn't watching.She approached slowly after noticing Clifford's pained expression. She then said gently, "Please have some water, Mr. Johansen. Mr. Harris mentioned that you have a banquet to attend tonight, so you should rest for a bit to save your energy for the banquet later."Clifford's eyes flew open once he heard Aria's gentle and melodic voice, and he breathed in the faint, familiar scent of jasmine that clung to her. He studied her intently, noting how every single one of her movements was so much like Seraphine's.He missed Seraphine so much right then. He knew that if she were with him, she would be finding a new way to cheer him up. She would have prepared his favorite meals and handled all the details of his life, allowing him to be completely at ease at work. She would have also hel

Upon hearing the concern in Seraphine's voice, Elliott regarded her with a faint smile. He then noticed the warmth in her gaze, like a ray of sunshine, and felt his heart race. "Are you actually worried about me, Sera?"Seraphine nodded in assent. She couldn't help but favor Elliott since he had rescued her more than once. She knew that she would encounter plenty of bad people in her life, but she truly believed that Elliott was one of the good ones. "I care for you just as you care for me, Eli."Elliott smiled faintly, his voice laced with amusement as he said, "It turns out it's a matter of returning a favor."Seraphine fell silent.Elliott smiled reassuringly, saying, "You can rest assured that everything at my company is well under control, and everyone really loves your designs, Sera." Seraphine was overjoyed. "I'm just so glad that I could help you out, Eli! I'll do the design for the next version of the game for free!"She thought that the one million dollars Elliott had

In the meantime, the living room lamp cast a warm, soft glow that filled the room, creating a comfortable and peaceful atmosphere. Seraphine and Elliott had just finished watching the movie."I'm going to head back to get some rest now, Sera. I'll bring you breakfast in the morning, and remember to call me if you need anything," Elliott said as he looked at Seraphine, his eyes brimming with affection. He had been tempted to stay the night, but he held back, not wanting to scare her away with his bold advances.Seraphine smiled brightly. "Got it! Have a good night, Eli!"Elliot said in a low, resonant voice, "Good night, Sera." Seraphine waited until Elliott had left before checking the message and video Lorraine had sent. She couldn't help but grip her phone tightly as she saw Aria in that familiar dress and Clifford looking at her with such a protective gaze. She had once had such high hopes for him, and in that moment, the familiar pain returned and hit her hard.She sudden