Chapter 48
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“Huh?” Justin mouthed, astonished.

“Yes. If that's what will make him change his mind, then I will meet him myself.” She seriously announced without any trace of a joke on her face.

Immediately after she said that, she let go of Justin's hands, attempting to leave for Mr. Hemsworth's room.

Upon seeing how serious Diana was, Justin quickly grabbed her hand and pulled her back.

“What do you think you're doing, Diana?” he asked with a sad expression as he glared at her.

“I’m trying to fight for what I want, Justin. Do you have any issue with that?” Diana frowned at Justin and jerked her hand off his grasp.“ this is the time I will know whether you love me or not.”

As soon as she said that, she motioned towards the door.

“Shit!” Justin cursed through gritted teeth as he clenched his hand into a fist and went after Diana.

Diana descended the staircase to the enormous living room to meet Ariana. Thankfully, as she arrived in the living room, Ariana was still relaxing in the living room.

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