pter 46 Chapter 46 Clark's lips curved into a cynical smile. "I must admit, I was merely testing you, Alexa. But who would've guessed it was all true? Quite impressive, I must say." This tactic of entrapment for the truth was a lesson Lukas had taught to him! Alexa's expression flickered between defiance and uncertainty, "So what if you know? The netizens are already aware of my past wrist-cutting incident, and you have no evidence to use against me. Don't even dream of using Reese's recordings to blackmail me. Remember, you were thoroughly searched before entering, and I anticipated your moves!" Despite her confident demeanor, the wavering in her voice betrayed her uncertainty.
Clark coldly locked eyes with her and remained silent. He sneered inwardly, "What's the point of being so cautious? You couldn't stop Lukas!" Alexa suddenly seized a nearby fruit knife, she sliced her wrist with unflinching determination. Crimson blood welled up. She pressed the emergency button without hesitation, summoning help.
Clark utterly stunned by her drastic actions, his mind a whirlwind of emotions. He looked at her in disbelief. "You..." "This time, it's real. Do you think you still have any leverage to threaten me?" Alexa's sneered.
"You're really willing to harm yourself!" Clark struggled to find words to express his shock. Alexa snorted coldly, "Should I have waited for you to find evidence and then be at your mercy? I'm not that naive!" Before Clark could respond, a doctor rushed in, pushing him aside.
The news of the shocking incident spread like wildfire across the intethat afternoon.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Breaking News! Reese refused to drop the lawsuit. Alexa lost control and cut her wrist again and was rushed to the operating room a second time!" An accompanying photo depicted Alexa being taken into the operating room, her wrist stained with blood.
The netizens were incensed, and the discussions took a bitter tone.
#ReeseShould Die# 'Reese is unworthy of being a sister! Her heart is as deceitful as a snake, devoid of any compassion for 10:18 A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionair Mari 8.7% Chapter 46 others!' 'Reese, drop the lawsuit! Is winning everything to you?' When Reese cacross the disturbing news, she received a call from Lukas. He asked her to cto his office.
She immediately went upstairs and went to his office.
Upon entering, she found Lukas engrossed in his computer, a roguish smile playing on his lips as though he saw something highly amusing.
Reese's eyes flashed, "Mr Strakovski, did you needfor something?" Hearing her voice, Lukas was momentarily taken aback, a playful grin soon replaced his surprise. "Hmm.
Feel free to have a seat." Reese pursed her lips. "No need, I'm fine standing." Lukas looked at her with a half-smile, "What's your take on the online public opinion?" Reese's eyes flickered with thought and replied honestly, "I have no opinion." Lukas sneered, "You're remarkably calm, and I must say. It's quite impressive." Looking up, Reese responded, "When you already have a plan in motion, there's no need for unnecessary worry." "Oh, do enlighten me. What plan do you think I have?" he prodded, his eyes flashed with surprise.
Reese answered without hesitation. "Clark has been in cahoots with Alexa for two years. He must possess evidence that can expose her lies. Since you spoke to him at noon, you must have convinced him to work for you." Lukas's laughed. He looked at her with a false smile, "Impressive. I didn't expect you to be so clever." Reese offered a retort, "Just average. I know I can't rival Mr Strakovski." As Lukas listened to her sharp words, he felt as though Reese was a cat, relentlessly scratching at his heart with her claws.
Lukas suddenly rose from his chair, circling the desk to approach Reese. Reese's body becstiff.
10:18 A Perfect Lie Hides Behind My Billionaire Marri 8.8% Chapter 46 Lukas stood before her, lowering his head to look at her.
Reese felt the air around her growing thin, causing her to take a step back reflexively.
His expression darkened before his hand reached out and gently grasped her chin.
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Reese was taken aback, instinctively reaching out to slap Lukas's handh However, as her hand was lifted, it was immediately caught by Lukas."What? Planning to hit me?" Panic intertwined on Reese's face. She frowned as she stammered, "Wh-what are you doing?"
Lukas' lips curled. Suddenly, his long arm encircled Reese's waist, pulling her closer into his embrace. His sensual lips approached hers.
Reese even felt his burning breath spraying on her face.
Her heart was panicked, her eyes flickered, her hands couldn't help but ve clench into fists, and her breath bectense.
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