Overwhelmed by the Billionaire’s Persistent Pursuit

Chapter 273: She felt something was fishy. Was it just a coincidence? Raul magically went on a month-long business trip as soon as she moved in? Milton didn't know how to explain himself. He had fallen into a trap set by Candice and now couldn't answer at all. At that moment, Bettina pinched Candice's thigh and said, "Will you leave the man alone? How is it your business where he stays? Why do you care so much? Listen, if you're not Mr. Lopez's mother, wife, or girlfriend, you shouldn't be interrogating him like this. Who are you to him anyway?

What's your relationship?" This time, Candice was speechless. She shot Bettina a death glare. Originally, it was Milton who was caught tongue-tied by her question. How could Bettina turn the tables on her? Now she had nothing to say. Sitting in the passenger seat, Milton looked back at Bettina. Bettina winked at him. He understood what she meant. Seeing the frustrated look on Candice's face, he held back his laughter. Indeed, everyone had their vanquisher. The Sunrise Apartment wasn't far away. When they arrived, Milton and Candice got out of the car, and Jarrod drove Bettina home.

Bettina rolled down the window, waved at Candice, and exclaimed, "Bye, Candy! Happy birthday! See you at the fir tomorrow." Candice waved back at her best friend. No matter what, Bettina accompanied her every birthday. For that, Candice was grateful. She had truly enjoyed her birthday this year. It wasn't as dull as the past few birthdays she'd had since her parents' death. After seeing Bettina off, Candice and Milton took the elevator together. Awkwardness hung in the air between them. Every time they were alone, Candice felt uneasy.

Check out the newest chapters gαlησνℯls․com Just as the elevator doors began to close, two female white-collar workers rushed in. They were obviously tenants of the high-end apartment building. When the two women saw Milton, their eyes lit up. They hadn't expected to stumble upon such a handsome man in the elevator. He was truly eye-catching. They stood in front of him and stole glances through the reflective elevator doors from time to time. Milton frowned slightly and stood against the back wall of the elevator. The two women didn't just peek at him-they whispered to each other as well.

Finally, he lost patience. He reached out and pulled Candice to his side. Caught off guard, Candice stared at Milton with wide eyes. Then she realized he was using her as a shield from the two women who wouldn't stop ogling him. When they arrived at the 29th floor, the two women walked out. Looking back at Candice and Milton, they couldn't hide the disappointment in their eyes. Apparently, the gorgeous man was already taken. At the same time, they glanced at Candice with envy and hatred. . . .