Chapter 8---Selling Your Secrets
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"Marielle, come quickly! Hahaha, I can't stop laughing! That's what you get - evil begets evil!"
Chloe Bennett's boisterous laughter made Nolan Duvall, who had just emerged from the bathroom, frown instantly.
"Could you keep it down? You're so unladylike. Not only are you old, but you lack class. No wonder you're still single at twenty-eight!"
Nolan's words immediately ignited Chloe's temper.
"You little brat, what did you say? Say that again and I'll give you a good smack!"
Chloe rolled up her sleeves, striking an intimidating pose.
Nolan shot her a contemptuous look before turning to Marielle, his expression softening instantly.
"Mom, I'll clean up. Go rest in the living room."
He rolled up his sleeves and began clearing the dishes Marielle had prepared, meticulously arranging the chopsticks.
Seeing Nolan's thoughtfulness, Chloe's anger subsided.
"You little punk, since you're being so respectful, I'll let it slide this time."
"Whatever, freeloader. You don't even help out - some teacher you are."
"This is my place, remember?"
"We pay rent - are you paying for meals?"
Nolan's scornful retort left Chloe speechless with rage.
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