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Chapter 290 55 vouchers Charles was fuming inside , but he wasn't the same as before . He could hold back his anger now . After a moment , he explained to Teresa , " I've already asked Liam to draft the agreement . It won't be ready instantly , but as soon as it's done , we'll sign it . " Teresa picked up her phone and said to Charles , " Then give me a verbal promise . That's just as valid legally . " Charles froze at her words . He'd never seen Teresa be so particular about things before .

But when Charles saw Teresa looking so serious - like she really wouldn't step out the door unless he did what she asked - he had no choice but to give in . Charles grabbed her phone , recorded a voice message promising her what she wanted , trying to keep his tone steady . When he finished , Teresa insisted he type out the same promise in a text message too . When they finally finished all that , Teresa said to Charles , " Let's go . " She stood up and started walking toward the guest room door as she spoke . Charles called out after her , " Teresa , you ...

" He started to say something then stopped , looking awkward , almost like he was too shy to speak his mind . Picking up on his meaning , Teresa asked with a little smile , " Are you hinting that I should put on some makeup or something ? " Right now , Teresa was rocking a super casual look - sneakers , a tracksuit , her hair tossed up in a messy ponytail . She didn't look bad bare - faced , but let's be real - heading out to a dinner like this might turn a few heads , and maybe not in the way she'd like . Charles glanced at Teresa and nodded . " Just dab on a bit of foundation .

It'll make you look a little brighter ." Teresa gave a dry , almost teasing laugh , then replied , " Sure ." She didn't make a fuss about it - just agreed with Charles right away . ' Who knew he cared this much about keeping up appearances , Teresa thought to herself . ' Then again , let's be real - what guy doesn't want his girl looking amazing when they head out ? ' she mused . Naomi was always dazzling , always so full of life - she just had that effortlessly perfect vibe , no matter the time or place .

20:14 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 290 Even when she was sick or crying , she somehow looked gorgeous all the same . A 39 E55 vouchers Teresa was something else entirely . Motherhood had changed her , and she didn't feel the need to dress up for anyone like she once did . That kind of effort just wasn't worth it if she didn't care enough . Half an hour later , Teresa was good to go . She kept the same clothes , just freshened up with a touch of foundation and a little lipstick . Just that little bit of makeup made her look a hundred times better than when she was bare - faced .

Charles noticed she seemed so much more radiant now and finally smiled . He stepped forward , reaching for her hand , but Teresa deliberately dodged his touch . Seeing her pull back , Charles didn't push it . The whole drive over , Teresa just stared out the window . Her profile was reflected in the glass , her face completely devoid of any smile , looking utterly downcast . Charles had no idea what was going through her mind , and seeing her like this , his own mood started to sink too . Soon , the car pulled up outside the restaurant .

A waiter came over to greet them , and Charles handed Teresa the gift he'd brought . He leaned in , lowering his voice , " Here - hold on to this . Just play along and say it's from you when we walk in . " Teresa hesitated for a second , but then reached out and took the gift . With the server leading the way , they quickly made their way into the private room Finn had booked for them . Charles walked in first , with Teresa trailing behind him . As soon as the door opened , everyone's eyes landed on Charles , and they all stood up to greet him . " Charles ! " " Mr. Logan ! " " Charl !

" People called out to him using all sorts of nicknames and titles . Once the greetings had died down , Charles flashed a faint smile and gave a nod . " Alright , take a seat . " With that , Charles stepped aside , finally revealing Teresa's petite frame behind him . Finn was seated at the head of the table , Jason right at his side , while everyone else was arranged around the table . 20:14 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 290 : ... 39 55 vouchers Everyone's attention shifted to the spot behind Charles . Finn's eyes went wide , staring at Teresa like he couldn't believe it .

As for Jason , his face immediately turned stone cold the second he laid eyes on her . Charles didn't care about the looks from everyone else . He took the gift box from Teresa and handed it to Finn . " Teresa put this together for you . Here , take it . Happy birthday . " Teresa chimed in , " Happy birthday , Mr. Shaw . " Finn was the only one in this bunch who ever actually treated Teresa decently . So saying happy birthday to Finn wasn't a big deal for her . Finn took the gift box , his voice shaking a little .

" Thank you , Teresa ." Someone nearby spoke up , puzzled , " Wait - isn't Teresa supposed to be Ms. Yates ? " Charles glanced over , not missing a beat . " No , it's always been Teresa . " Finn set the gift box down on a side table , then looked over at Jason . Ever since Teresa showed up , Jason's face had been dark . Now , hearing Charles declare it to everyone , his expression grew even colder . Finn could tell Jason was holding back a storm inside .

Afraid the two might blow up at each other , Finn jumped in , raised his glass and said , " Hey , since fate brought us all together , let's make the most of it . It's my birthday , so come on , everybody - let's toast to me ! " As soon as he'd finished , Finn gave Jason a quick jab to get him to join in. Jason came back to his senses and raised his glass - though you could see he really didn't want to . Teresa tightened her grip on her glass . Just as Teresa was about to take a sip , Charles reached out and put his hand over hers , gently stopping her .

At the same time , he glanced toward the door and called out , " Waiter , bring in some warm water ! " When the waiter brought the warm water , Charles poured a cup and slid it over to Teresa . With a soft smile , he told her , " Drink this instead , okay ? " This kind of genuine care and protectiveness was exactly what Teresa had been yearning for all along . But now , Teresa could only force a bitter smile inside . Her heart was swallowed by endless bitterness as she held the warm cup Charles had handed her .

Even if she was holding the wine glass , Teresa wasn't foolish enough to actually drink - she'd just fake a sip if she had to , and leave it at that . 20:14 Fri , Oct 17 Chapter 290 39 Et 55 vouchers With her D & C procedure so recent , there was no way she'd risk drinking for the next few months . Everyone at the table couldn't miss the way Charles was looking out for Teresa . Finn and Jason were especially taking it all in , noticing every gesture and glance . Finn kept a close eye on Jason , who looked irritated and couldn't hide his annoyance .

So Finn leaned over and quietly reminded him , " Hey , it's my birthday . Just this once , give me a break , don't make a scene ." But Jason clearly wasn't having it - he just brushed the words aside . After everyone finished their birthday toast for Finn , Jason slammed back his drink , then turned to Charles and called out loudly , " Charles , didn't you promise Naomi would show up today ? So where is she ? " Teresa was sitting right there next to Charles , but Jason just blurted out the question , ignoring her completely and making things super awkward .

He didn't even spare a thought for how everyone at the table might judge Teresa after he said that . Charles's handsome features showed a flicker of irritation as he answered , " She injured her leg . She's in the hospital . " Jason immediately looked anxious , but he still protested to Charles , " Charles , something as serious as Naomi getting hurt - you should've told us earlier ! If we'd known , we all could've gone to the hospital to celebrate . Without her here , what's the point of this party ? " Finn grew uneasy and quickly tugged Jason's arm , murmuring , " Jason , you're drunk .

" Jason spun around , his face dark with fury . " Tell me , what did I say that's so wrong ? Charles doesn't bring Naomi , fine , but then he drags this bad luck along instead . Is he just here to ruin your birthday , or is he doing this to piss me off ? " Before Finn could say a word , Charles cut him off with a cold shout , " That's enough ! " Blazing with anger , Charles smashed his glass down onto the table - the thing broke apart right in his hand . Blood was already trickling down between his fingers . 田 AD