99 Bloody Lashes And A Bullet To His Hear novel Chapter 71

After a long pause, he pressed a hand to his forehead, clearly exhausted. “There are too many people watching me. I have to keep up appearances.”

She let out a self–mocking laugh.

So, was everything he did for her in the past also just for appearances?

It must have been exhausting for him–back when his so–called first love wasn’t around, he played the part of a perfect boyfriend. But now that his first love was back, he had to go all–in with the performance,

“I know you’ve been wronged. Just bear with it for now, and I promise I’ll make it up to you later, okay?” His voice softened as if he were coaxing a child, as if their argument wasn’t worth dragging on.

But she remained firm. “I’m really getting married.”

Yet from his expression, it was clear–he still didn’t believe her. Instead, he casually pulled out a box from the side and handed it to her. “Alright, enough. I already had someone fix your necklace. Don’t make jokes like this again.”

The roar of the engine drowned out whatever she had been about to say.

She hesitated, then leaned back into her seat, choosing not to explain further.

Fine. Let him believe whatever he wants.

That night, her father sent her a message reminding her to pick out her wedding dress and rings. A series of pictures soon followed, dazzling Olivia with choices.

She was carefully making her selection when Joe walked out of his room after showering. Seeing her so focused, he asked casually, “What are you looking at?”

She paused, but still answered honestly. “Wedding dresses and rings.”

She didn’t lie.

Yet the man in front of her suddenly became furious, his brows furrowing tightly. “Didn’t we agree not to bring that up again?”

Looking at the anger and irritation on his face, Olivia didn’t bother explaining further.

Soon enough, he would know whether she was lying or not.

She rolled over onto the bed, casting all her thoughts aside and falling asleep. It wasn’t until the next morning, when she got up, that she saw another string of numbers from her father.

“Olivia, this is the groom’s number. If you have any questions, you can contact him directly. You’re getting married soon–it’s good to talk more.”

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“A networking event? That sounds fun! Joe, why don’t you come with me? We can go to the French restaurant