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Chapter 217 But She Called Me Sweetie
Lucas pulled Marion close to him, allowing her to avoid the hug from Alice.
Marion had not expected Alice to be so enthusiastic, trying to hug her upon their first meeting.
Were all the wealthy heiresses that friendly? Obviously not.
Alice, however, seemed disapproving of Lucas by Marion’s side.
In addition to not being too thrilled about being there, Marion was starting to wonder if Alice had ulterior
motives.
With a stern expression, Lucas clarified, “I came with my wife.”
Marion, sensing the awkwardness, quickly handed over the gift, attempting to ease the tension.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Happy birthday, Miss Alice. I wasn’t sure what you’d like, so this is just a little something.”
Even with Marion trying to play it down, Alice’s eyes lit up. “Really? A gift just for me?”
Lucas interjected, “Miss Alice, please refrain from excessive physical contact with my wife.”
Alice, looking displeased, shot Lucas a glance. “Can’t I take Mrs. Craig inside?”
“No, I’ll take her in,” Lucas responded.
Alice frowned. “You’re being too controlling. Mrs. Craig came all this way to attend a birthday party.
Why are you being so coddling?”
“To thwart anyone with ill intentions,” Lucas asserted.
Alice rolled her eyes. “Come on, I’ve even recorded my assurance! And Mrs. Craig is my lifesaver. Who
would mistreat their savior?”
She then turned to Marion, seeking confirmation. “Right, Mrs. Craig?”
Caught off guard, Marion awkwardly replied, “Yes.”
She hoped she did not sound too enthusiastic.
Lucas took Marion’s hand and led her inside, leaving Alice behind. Alice hurried to catch up, as she
walked beside Marion.
“Your makeup looks lovely today, Mrs. Craig.”
“Thank you. I went for a light touch.”
Unfazed, Alice smiled and continued with her flattery, “Your earrings are so unique. Where did you get
them? Could you share a link with me?”
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏmMarion felt overwhelmed by the attention. “Sure, I’ll send you the link later.”
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“Great! Your perfume smells amazing. Is it a custom blend?” Despite knowing that Alice was
deliberately flattering her, who would not want to hear compliments? Marion feigned indifference, A
friend helped me create it.”
“Of course, talented people have talented friends.” Marion blushed from the praise, maintaining a calm
exterior while secretly rejoicing.
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