38: Chapter 38: Losing him, you will definitely be very painful 38: Chapter 38: Losing him, you will definitely be very painful Joanna Lawrence froze for a few seconds, her face turning beet red.
Her face was so hot that it felt as if it were on fire.
“Ashton Heath, you, don’t joke around like that with me.”
“It’s not a joke.” The man stared directly into her eyes, revealing an undisguised desire.
“Joanna, I really want you.”
Joanna met his deep, burning eyes filled with desire, and in a flurry of panic, decided to flee.
Her face was so red, she looked flustered as she stood up.
“I’m going to the restroom.”
Having said that, she essentially ran away.
After washing her face with cold water for some time, Joanna finally felt her face cool down a bit.
Her rapidly beating heart also slowed down gradually.
However, every time she thought about what the man had just said, her heart would start to race again.
He said: Joanna, I really want you.
The deep, seductive voice seemed to resound in her ear again.
Joanna covered her still hot face with her hand, and was about to leave the restroom when she heard a familiar voice behind her.
Was her luck really that bad today?
Otherwise, how could she run into Annie Lawrence again at this restaurant?
Before she could speak, she heard Annie’s voice again: “So it really is you.
What brings you to this restaurant?
Did you make a reservation with someone?”
Joanna turned around.
Seeing Annie’s annoying face made her extremely annoyed, and she didn’t show her any kindness.
“Why I’m at this restaurant is none of your business.
Move out of the way and stop blocking the path.”
However, Annie didn’t budge.
She examined Joanna condescendingly.
“Joanna, this restaurant is one of the most high-end foreign cuisine restaurants in Closia.
To dine here, one must make a reservation at least half a month in advance.
And, the minimum spending per person wouldn’t be less than five digits.”
“Based on your current financial situation, I’m afraid you can’t afford to dine at a place .”
Joanna looked at her coldly: “Oh, really?
Annie bit her lip and said softly, “Joanna, I know things haven’t been easy for you after David broke off the engagement.
After all, you two have known each other for so many years, and even if there’s no love left, there’s still a bond between you.
Losing him must be very painful.”
“But you can’t let yourself sink any further because of it.
Our Lawrence family has a certain status in Closia.
If people find out you’re hanging onto some rich guy, it would be such a scandal.
How would our family face others then?”
“If you want to find a new boyfriend, there are many eligible bachelors in David’s company.
In time, David and I could help you pick a reliable one.
“Annie Lawrence, have you said enough?”
Joanna’s patience had reached its limit, and she couldn’t take it anymore.
“Joanna.” Annie bit her lip, looking at her with false concern.
“I’m only doing this for your own good.
I really don’t want to see you sinking any further.”
“Heh, sinking?” Joanna found this absurd.
With narrowed eyes, Joanna’s gaze was icy and mocking as she looked at Annie’s delicate and pleasant face, devoid of any warmth.
She took a step forward.
“Joanna, what are you trying to do!” Annie immediately covered her face and hastily took a step back.
She had just been slapped by Joanna not too long ago.