29: Terminated contract
Author: Viki West
last update Last Updated: 2023-08-14 20:44:12

Harley kept staring at Vivian to keep quiet, while Argent was nudging Vivian to speak up.

Vivian ignored Harley and cleared her throat. "Dad, can you believe Harley had no shame nowadays? Do you remember that guy I brought home seven months ago for marriage?"

Argent frowned, throwing a glance at Harley before focusing on Vivian. "Yes, I do. The one I gave a task to provide ten thousand but took the whole month to provide it. What about him?"

"Dad, can you believe that Harley is dating that guy? For Christ's sake, he's my broke ex!" Vivian sneered, glancing at Harley like she was an ant.

Harley's heart pounded as Vivian spoke. She knew she was innocent, yet with her sister's lies and dad's favor, Vivian was always right.

Then she recalled what was said. Alex was asked to pay ten thousand dollars in a month? But with the way he looked, he seemed able to pay a hundred grand in one go! Or maybe he had glowed up after that?

Her father's furious voice cut through the air. "You mean that goo
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