Chapter 79


    Chapter 79


    Cassandra’s expression gradually became solemn after she heard Nellie’s question.


    As a matter of fact, the time when shest looked in the mirror was not the first time he touched her


    belly. Ondo assumed that she had gained some weight and yfully teased her about it, saying, “I


    like it better when your tummy’s a little round. It feels nice.”


    Since then, his hand never left her abdomen at night, despite their strained rtionship. Every time she


    woke from her sleep, she would find his hand resting on her waist.


    Had Ondo been a bit more observant, he might have noticed the subtle changes in Cassandra. Yet,


    his heart had never been fullymitted to her, so those details flew past him.


    Cassandra responded nonchntly, “Maybe we’ve gone our separate ways before it’s toote to hide.


    Why bother stirring up trouble?”


    If you have no love for someone, anything they do will irk you.


    Such thoughts lingered on her mind.


    Meanwhile, in another building in Broburgh.


    Reba found herself getting dragged to thepany by Sophia early in the morning. Reba had


    been dealing with many problems over the past few days. In the ruthless world of showbiz, a single


    misstep could unleash a torrent of public criticism. Recognizing the need for foresight, she resolved to


    devise strategies early.


    Sophia briefed Reba about an invitation from a sponsor, saying, “We have a dinner tonight. Secure


    a sponsorship for your new song, and all the problems you’re facing will go away.”


    “I’m not interested. Mr. Ross is fat and gross. I don’t wanna have dinner with him.” Reba dismissed


    the ideal without a second thought. Despite catching some k after the birthday banquet, she did not


    n on enduring it any longer.


    However, Sophia persisted. “Reba, we really need this sponsorship. Once we lock it down, they


    won’t ridicule you anymore. It’s just a meal. Plus, I’ll be with you the whole time. You can handle it,


    right?”


    Undeterred, Reba shot back with a hint of annoyance in her voice, “I’ve got an innocent idol image


    going on. What if I get photographed eating with that revolting guy?”


    Sophia scowled. Reba was her cash cow, so she had no choice but to let her be.


    Tension hung in the air.


    After a beat of silence, Sophia leaned in and spoke in a hushed voice, “Reba, you’ve been taking


    the heat.tely, and Mr. Quinn is giving you the silent treatment. Are you gonna let that slide?”


    Reba was caught off guard.


    Despite her recent attempts to reach Ondo, that man remained indifferent. She didn’t know whether


    it was because of Peter’s birthday banquet or Cassandra. Reba tried hard, but her efforts were in


    vain.


    Reba pursed her lips then asked, “So, what should I do?”


    Sophia leaned closer and pitched a n. When Reba heard her agent’s suggestion, her eyes


    immediately lit up. With a grin across her face, she said, “I’m not gonna stop at making him jealous. I


    want everyone to see how much Landy cares about me, even if it means bing aughingstock.”


    Sophia wanted to stop Reba, but she stayed quiet and let thetter run with her ns.


    Reba agreed to her agent’s n and showed up at the restaurant her sponsor had booked for the


    evening.


    Trevor never took his eyes off Reba. “Ms. Spencer, you look stunning as always. I hope we can


    work together,” he remarked.


    The words “work together” carried a certain weight and seemed to hint at something beyond a mere


    professional coboration.


    Reba held back the intense displeasure within her and kept smiling.


    Trevor’s secretary dropped a subtle hint. “Ms. Spencer, a coboration between you and Mr. Ross


    would be like match made in heaven. He’s easy to work with, and as long as he’s pleased, the


    sponsorship amount won’t be an issue. You mustn’t miss out on this opportunity.”


    Reba did not utter a single word and only put on a subtle smile. Sophia quickly responded on her


    behalf, “Mr. Ross, thank you for your generosity toward Ms. Spencer. As her agent, I sincerely


    appreciate it.”


    Despite being moderately famous, Reba found herself bowing to wealth.


    In order to hide Reba’s disdain from Trevor, Sophia tactfully guided her through toast several times,


    causing her to feel a little lightheaded.


    During the dinner, Reba kept signaling Sophia to call Ondo.


    This belongs to N?velDrama.Org: ?.


    She swiftly came up with an excuse to leave the private room and quickly dialed Ondo’s number.


    “Mr. Quinn,


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    this is Reba’s agent. I apologize for disturbing you at thiste hour.”


    “What’s the matter?” Ondo asked curtly.


    Sophia exined, “Mr. Quinn, Reba has had a bit too much to drink. Could youe and pick her


    up? She’s at a crucial point in her career, and I’m worried that being photographed in this state could


    harm her future.”


    “You’re her agent, so it’s your job to protect her image and interests. Don’te to me and ask me to


    clean up your mess,” Ondo replied, wanting to hang up. His displeasure was evident in his tone.


    Sensing his irritation, Sophia quickly apologized. She turned around and peeked through the gap in the


    door to find Trevor leering at Reba. She noticed Trevor’s handnding on Reba’s shoulder


    without that woman noticing. Anxiously, she implored, “Mr. Quinn, I’m begging you. Pleasee and


    take Reba home. We came to meet her sponsor, but he was too powerful and we couldn’t stop him


    from giving Reba wine.


    After she finished speaking, there was a brief silence on the line.


    Then, she heard Ondo’s voice again. “Where are you guys?” he asked.


    Sophia hurriedly provided the address and added, “Mr. Quinn, we’ll be waiting for you here.”


    After ending the call, Ondo remained by the bedroom window, tightly gripping his phone and not


    getting up immediately. He wore a serious, though indifferent, expression on his handsome face.


    The bathroom door opened and Cassandra came out.


    He turned to nce at her nonchntly. “I’ll be heading out for a bit.”


    “It’s sote. Where are you going?” she casually asked.


    Ondo furrowed his brows slightly, and a there was subtle change in his expression. In contrast to her


    recent coldness, Cassandra’s attitude toward him seemed to have changed.


    He slightly pursed his thin lips. “Lloyd and the others are out drinking. They asked me to join them for a


    bit.”


    “Okay,” Cassandra responded faintly.


    Ondo left the Dustmeadow Mansion with his clothes and car keys. An inexplicable feeling lingered in


    his heart -he couldn’t quite grasp why he lied to Cassandra.


    However, he knew that telling the truth would only upset her and possibly make her even more distant.


    During their recent interactions, Ondo couldn’t help but notice how cold and aloof she was. That side


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    Cassandra was unfamiliar to him, and was something he hoped not to witness again.


    Ondo arrived at the restaurant where Reba was. He did not get out of the car and saw Sophia


    supporting Reba at the entrance, nked by two men.


    He


    e sat motionless. When he saw a chubby man reaching for Reba, he pushed open the car door and


    stepped


    out.


    Sophia spotted him and greeted him as if he were Reba’sst hope. She quickly waved as she


    called out, “Mr. Quinn.”


    She hurriedly turned to Reba and said, “Reba, Mr. Quinn’s here to pick you up.”


    At the mention of Ondo’s name, Reba sobered up considerably. She let go of Sophia’s hand and


    dashed toward Ondo, seeking refuge in his arms.


    Ondo reached out to steady her and keep her from stumbling. Reba grabbed his waist and buried


    her head in his chest. Feeling aggrieved, she whispered, “Landy, it’s been a long time since you talked


    to me: Are you angry at me?”


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