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

Chapter 71 Don't Get Too Familiar Adriana noticed Curtis liked to ruffle her hair . Finished She nodded slightly , realizing that people from these wealthy , powerful families had countless secrets to protect . She was an outsider , so there was no need for her to know everything . " Curtis ... " Adriana's voice was low , trembling slightly with fear . " If we have a baby ... when it's born ... will you let them know I exist ? " She cared about the child . Will Curtis just hand the baby straight to Cynthia ?

" Curtis , Matthew is bringing Natasha to Harborton for the exhibition , so I invited them over . You don't mind , do you ? " Before Curtis could catch what Adriana had muttered softly , Danielle rushed over . Seeing Curtis so close to Adriana , Danielle's expression froze . Curtis is famous for being a neat freak and has never let any woman get near him . So why is he practically hugging Adriana ? The mention of Matthew and Natasha immediately made Adriana's stomach knot with anxiety . She didn't want to see either of them . But this was the Barton Estate , and Danielle was the host .

It was her right to invite whoever she pleased . " Do you really think you can play these little tricks , and nobody will notice ? " Curtis snapped at Danielle , taking Adriana's hand and heading for the exit . " We're going home ." Danielle gritted her teeth , restraining herself . " Curtis ... Jeremy invited you . You can't just leave , right ? Besides ... Jeremy has something important to announce tonight , and Harold will be here too ." Her forced smile carried a hint of threat . Curtis stopped , pulling the slightly dazed Adriana into his arms .

He leaned over Danielle with a defiant tilt of his head , eyes full of disdain . " You seem to enjoy the drama , don't you ? " Danielle had deliberately invited Matthew and Natasha to embarrass Adriana . After all , Matthew had told the media Adriana was his kept lover , and now everyone in both the Bartons and Lincolns knew . Harold hated this sort of thing . If Matthew showed up tonight , Adriana would be the one in the hot seat . Danielle smiled faintly , pretending innocence . " Curtis , what do you mean by that ? " " Nothing , " Curtis said , leading Adriana by the hand to the lounge .

1/3 20:03 Mon , Jan 5 G Chapter 71 Don't Get Too Familiar < 1251 Finished " Curtis ... if Matthew comes , can I leave early ? " Adriana asked nervously . Harold is coming too . What if ... " It's fine . I'm here , " Curtis said , holding her hand firmly . He leaned back in a chair , pulled out his phone , and sent a quick message to Kenneth , then smiled at Adriana . " There's a lot happening tonight . Just watch and enjoy the show ." Since Danielle wants to embarrass Adriana , I'll embarrass her first . If things really blow up , nobody will care about Matthew and Adriana's scandal .

Adriana blinked , puzzled . What other drama is gonna happen tonight ? " Oh , right ! " Adriana suddenly remembered , pointing shakily at the bracelet on her wrist . " This bracelet ! That lady said today it's worth 500 million . Is that true ? " " That was the auction price . It's not actually worth that much , " Curtis said , tightening his grip on Adriana's wrist to stop her from taking it off . " It looks perfect on you ." Adriana's fair skin and delicate wrist made the bracelet look stunning . " B - but it's so expensive , I'm scared ... " Adriana muttered softly .

" I can't sleep wearing something worth hundreds of millions . " Curtis chuckled . " Stop overthinking . You'll be fine . " " Why did you make me wear it ? What if I bump it ? I could never pay it back ." Adriana feared a lifetime of debt . " If you don't wear it , they'll pick on you , " Curtis said helplessly . This family thrived on petty rivalry and favoritism . It was toxic , but hard to change . Women gained status through jealousy , leveraging men's attention to secure their place . Especially in the Lincolns and Bartons , everyone chased power and influence .

Adriana , already surrounded by gossip and an orphan , would be bullied if Curtis didn't assert his claim . She stared at Curtis in awe . He really is a good guy ... No wonder Danielle keeps warning me not to fall for him . I can't get attached . " Hey , Matthew ! Natasha ! " Danielle's voice rang out . At the door , Matthew and Natasha arrived . Matthew looked exhausted , as if he hadn't rested properly for days . 2/3 20:03 Mon , Jan 5 G مراة Chapter 71 Don't Get Too Familiar " Hey , Danielle ." Natasha linked arms with him , smiling . " Hope we're not disturbing anything .

" " Not at all , " Danielle said with a smile , glancing pointedly at Adriana seated beside Curtis . Matthew noticed Adriana too . He instinctively stepped forward , but Natasha held him back . After a brief pause , Matthew finally spoke . " Adriana ... " Adriana tensed and lowered her head , refusing to look up . Finished Curtis instinctively pulled Adriana closer into his embrace , a provocative glint in his eyes . " Mr. Langford , you should call her Mrs. Lincoln . Don't get too familiar . My wife isn't used to it .

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