Ms. Escape: Marrying to Run, Fighting to Rise Novel

Chapter 114 I'm Willing to Be His Shield Adriana completely ignored Matthew . 50 Finished " Adriana ... " he called , his voice tight with frustration and a hint of desperation . " Can you please stop acting like this ? " But she didn't respond , letting him talk to himself as if he weren't even there . He sighed . She used to be so swedt around him , but now she was impossible . Matthew got up and sat down beside her . Adriana didn't even glance at him . She tried to scoot away , but he grabbed her arm .

" Look ." He pulled out his phone , showing her photos and videos of Curtis and Cynthia . " He's going to marry Cynthia sooner or later . The only reason he hasn't yet is Nicole . Mr. Harold won't approve of them marrying , but he's old . How much longer can he hang on ? Curtis is just using you to keep Mr. Harold off Cynthia's back . You're taking all the blows for her . When Mr. Harold passes away , you two will split , and he'll marry Cynthia immediately . " Adriana stared at the photos . Even knowing she was just a contract wife , she still felt a little uncomfortable . " Mr.

Lincoln pays me 30 million a year and throws in a bunch of perks ! He values my design skills and wants to send me abroad to study . That's enough for me . I'm willing to be his shield , " Adriana said coldly , staring at Matthew . What Curtis offered her were tangible , real things . " Adriana ! Don't you get it ? You can't just waltz into the Lincolns ' world . Curtis pissed off both the Bartons and the Lincolns . Even with that 30 million , you won't survive long enough to enjoy it ! " Matthew didn't know if she was clueless or just pretending .

People from their circles couldn't just be let in . Adriana was an orphan . Thinking she could change her status by marrying Curtis was ridiculous . For them , money came last . " None of this is your business , " Adriana said , trying to shut him down . She thought he was far too nosy . " Mr. Langford , you're about to marry Natasha . Maybe worry about her instead of wasting time on me ! " " Still upset with me ? " Matthew grabbed her wrist . " Look , I'm sorry . I swear , once I sort things out with the Langfords and secure my spot , I'll make it up to you . Don't be dumb .

It's not too late if you ask for a divorce from Curtis now . " He just wanted her to leave before things got worse . " No matter why Curtis married me, he's my husband now . I'm already married , so please respect that ." Adriana pushed his hand away and started to walk off . " Anna , do we really have to argue like this ? Are you only going to talk to me when you have nowhere else to turn ? " Matthew's voice dropped , tinged with frustration . 1/2 Chapter 114 I'm Willing to Be His Shield 50 Finished Adriana stopped and glanced back at him . " Matthew , there's no point in chasing me .

I'm just an orphan . I can't give you what you want , and you know I'm useless to you . I mean something to Curtis - he can use me as a shield . But for you , I'm useless . Natasha is way more valuable for your goals . " She didn't get it . He had thrown away their four - year relationship , told everyone he was just her sugar daddy , and even ruined her chance to study abroad without caring about her feelings . So why was he still bothering her now ? Was he just being pathetic ? ne ? " " Adriana " Matthew , do you even love me ? " Adriana pressed , refusing to back down .

Matthew went quiet . His throat moved , but the word wouldn't come out . There were too many obstacles. She was an orphan . She couldn't boost his status or career . He had even thought that if Adriana had been some low - level socialite , he would have married her immediately .. But she wasn't . If he wanted to marry her , he had to be in a position of power first . Saying he loved her now was impossible . Adriana let out a mocking laugh and turned to leave . Just then , a young girl with a backpack burst into the room . " Matthew !

" The girl , Liana Everhart , was cute and always cheerful . She ran straight to Matthew , completely ignoring Adriana . Four years ago , Liana's mother ran off , and her father was paralyzed in a car crash . Even though she was a top student , she had to drop out . One day , she was crying on the roadside when she met Adriana . Even though Adriana barely had enough to eat herself , she wanted to help so she went to Matthew for support . Matthew , being a businessman , only agreed if there was a plan .

He sponsored Liana's education , but because she was so talented , he made her promise to intern at the Langford Group after graduation - just like he had once had Adriana intern at his side during her senior year . " I heard you did well on your exams ," Matthew said , smiling . 108 。 ( 2/2 Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter. With a flair for crafting emotionally intense plots and unforgettable characters, she blends love, desire, and drama into every story she writes.

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