A Touch of Sweetness
Chapter 73

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A strong scent of perfume drifted into his nose and Fabian grimaced unknowingly.

Ashley was undoubtedly adorable. Which was exactly why he had chosen her among so many otherwomen.

However, since he returned to the country, he had become increasingly irritable with Ashley'stemper and it felt as though she had become more overbearing somehow. Even her perfumesmelled unpleasantly strong

Unlike Vivian, regardless of whether it was when we were studying or now, there's always a faintfragrance on her. It was the shower cream she used, indistinctive, but always refreshing...

D*mn!

Why am I thinking of this woman again!

The more he looked at Ashley, the more peeved he got, so he pushed her away directly. “I still havea meeting to attend to. If you're tired, you can rest here for a while. Just remember to close the doorwhen you leave.”

With that, he stood up and left the office, completely disregarding the pale-faced Ashley.

Ashley clenched her fist tightly as she watched Fabian walking out of his office, and the fiery redfingernails of hers almost poked through her palm.

Was it an illusion? She felt that ever since Fabian met Vivian, he had become more distant from her.Could it be that he isn't completely over her?

No!

It's impossible!

He was even ready to mortify Vivian. How can he still have feelings for her?

Wait a minute.

Is it possible that it's actually Fabian's plan to separate Finnick and Vivian so that she becomessingle again?

When this thought emerged in Ashley's mind, her face turned even paler.

Sh*t!

No! There's no way I'm leaving Vivian with any chance of turning around!

Biting her lips, Ashley came up with a plot in her mind.

When Ashley left Fabian's office, the staff in the magazine company couldn't help but start anotherround of gossip.

"Oh my goodness! So that's the fiancée of our Chief Editor? She looks gorgeous and her fashionsense is fantastic as well.” Sarah was astonished and exclaimed in admiration.

Vivian sat at her place; her gaze swept over Ashley and the gleam in her eyes darkened.

That's right. Ashley has always been very charming and her presence was just like a princess sinceyoung. She always looks stunning.

Comparing to her, I am just a nobody, always buried under her dazzling halo.

Shannon who was sitting on the side heard Sarah and sneered, “Of course, that's the distancebetween the legitimate fiancée and the third wheel. If I were you, Vivian, I would definitely backaway.”

Vivian shot a glare at Shannon and stood up abruptly.

Shannon nearly jumped with fright and she took a step back. “Vivian, wha-what are you doing?”“Nothing.” Looking at the paper tiger's frightened expression, the scornful curve on Vivian's lipsdeepened. “I'm only preparing to clock out.”

With that, she grabbed her purse on the desk and left the office

She was rather fortunate for when she came to the elevator, Ashley had already left, saving themfrom another awkward encounter.

As soon as she reached home and stepped into the house, she could smell the delicious aromawafting from the kitchen, and she knew at once that Liam and Molly had returned.

She washed her hands before sitting down to have dinner together with Finnick.

Not knowing why, Finnick seemed bothered and did not have much of an appetite even beingserved with a table full of Molly's sumptuous cooking. He took some food for Vivianabsentmindedly while saying, “I'm free this weekend. Let me accompany you to visit your mom atthe hospital.”

Startled, Vivian answered anxiously, “You don't have to do that.”

Lifting his eyebrows, Finnick turned to look at Vivian. “Why?”

Vivian realized that her response was too curt and with embarrassment creeping on her face, sheexplained mindlessly, “My mom has just got a little better so she needs to rest well.”

“I guess it's some other reason than that.” It seemed to be crystal clear to Finnick. “It's because yourmom doesn't want to see me."

Vivian's hand which was holding the cutlery paused midair and she moved her lips. “Of course not.”“Why not?” Finnick was very calm. “I could feel it. Your mom doesn't like me.”

Vivian couldn't think of anything to refute his statement, so she replied clumsily, “It's not because ofyou. It's mom being mom. She doesn't like wealthy men.”

Finnick was even more surprised.

He had certainly run a background check on Vivian's family and therefore, he was aware of the“mistress” or “third wheel" status of Rachel William.

Finnick did not say anything but Vivian seemed to be able to read his mind. She laughed bitterlyand asked, “You know I'm an illegitimate daughter, right? You must be thinking how could my Momdislike wealthy men after getting together with Harvey.”

Finnick remained silent.

“The truth is, my Mom has never really been together with Harvey.”