Chapter 1226

• Rendell shifted nervously before speaking. "Because the He family betrayed you, and you despise them. The enemy of my enemy is my friend. We can work together to take them down."
• "Work together?" Gavin arched an eyebrow, his tone calm and uninterested. "Second Miss He, with my capabilities, I don’t see why I would need an alliance with you. Besides, we are not friends."
• Rendell was not deterred. "Gavin, I know you put on a kind and gentle act in front of Mrs. Stone, but let’s be honest—it doesn’t suit you at all. Your wife isn't simple either. In fact, when it comes to acting, she’s the best. I bet she already knows exactly what kind of person you are. So why keep up the pretense? Let’s stop playing games and be honest today."