When Her "Death" Couldn't Break Him

Chapter 1933 Put On An Act

"I know this might sound abrupt, perhaps even rude, but due to certain family pressures, I'm not in a position to reject you myself," Allen said.

His gaze lingered on her beautiful face.

Chelsea was one of the most striking women in high society, carrying herself with grace befitting of a socialite.

If he hadn't been married, Allen thought, he might've seriously considered pursuing her.

But he was married.

Chelsea tilted her head, frowning slightly. "May I ask why? Is it because you don't like me?"

She was genuinely confused. She'd witnessed the fierce bidding earlier between Allen and Magnus over her necklace. If Allen wasn't interested, why had he driven the price so high?

Allen didn't respond immediately. Instead, he took out the necklace he had won at the auction and handed it to Chelsea. "This is yours. Consider it a gesture of apology."

Just like that, he returned a necklace worth eighty million.

But Chelsea was not someone who took advantage of others. She declined at once. "I can't accept this. I haven't done anything to deserve it. Besides, we're not even friends. You should keep it or give it to someone who truly matters to you."

She smiled and added, "Actually, I meant to say earlier that I'm not interested in love right now, nor do I believe in arranged marriages. I understand the value of business alliances, but they're often unfair to the people involved."

Allen found himself quietly impressed by her clarity and composure.

He didn't push the necklace on her again. Instead, moved by something he couldn't quite explain, he said, "Then let's start as friends. As friends, we can collaborate in the future and support each other in business and beyond."

“Sure,” Chelsea agreed without hesitation, giving it little thought.noveldrama

As Allen looked at the smile on her face, he couldn't quite explain the feeling that stirred within him.

"Since we've already reached an agreement," he said, "we might need to put on a bit of a show. Otherwise, it'll be hard to explain to our parents."

Chelsea nodded. "All right."

The two began walking side by side, making light conversation as they strolled.

Suddenly, Chelsea glanced at him with a hint of mischief in her bright eyes. "By the way... is there someone you've fallen for?"

The unexpected question caught Allen completely off guard.

He paused, startled by her directness. After a moment of silence, he shook his head. "No."

After speaking, Allen found himself surprised by his own words. He

wasn't sure what had come over him. Still, he continued, "Maybe... Tike you, I've never been comfortable with the idea of marriage arranged this way."

Chelsea's impression of him immediately improved.

Allen was about to say more when a voice suddenly called out from behind. "Ms. Rainsworth."

They both turned to see Magnus standing a short distance away.

"Were you calling me?" Chelsea asked.

"Yes," Magnus replied with a nod as he approached, deliberately ignoring Allen's presence. "Ms. Rainsworth, would you be willing to get toknow me better?"

Knowing Magnus was Cecilia's younger brother, Chelsea let her guard down. "Of course," she replied with a polite smile.

Magnus hadn't expected it to go so smoothly and was briefly caught off guard, though he didn't let it show.

He took out his phone. "Let's exchange contact information."

Chelsea liked Cecilia, so she didn't hesitate. She readily shared her number without a second thought.

Over the years, Magnus had certainly never lacked female attention-he'd been involved with all types of women.

But Chelsea was different. An elegant and sheltered heiress like her was a world apart from the circles he usually moved in.

In Tudela's high society, Magnus'

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reputation was less than stellar. wasn't just the parents who

disapproved. Even most of the elite daughters kept their distance.