Imprisoned While Pregnant, She's Back for Payback novel Chapter 245

Chapter 245 Marc’s Urgent Call

Finn’s tone was heavy, laced with confusion and a sharp edge of resentment.

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“You clearly know you’re no match for Nadine, and much of your previous reputation was built on her talent. Yet because of him, you-”

“I’m no match for Nadine?”

Tess’s eyes turned cold and piercing at the absurdity of his words.

She had an absolute intolerance for anyone questioning her professionalism, especially when being compared to the unskilled Nadine.

Tess stared hard at Finn, trying to decipher the meaning behind his words.

His words seemed to accuse her of stealing Nadine’s glory. She knew better than anyone how much sweat and effort she had put into reaching her previous position.

In a world where women and newcomers were often belittled and suppressed, she had established her legacy purely through skill. And yet, he was talking like it was her disgrace.

Noticing Tess’s sudden hardening expression, Nadine’s heart skipped. She feared Tess might take it seriously.

She quickly reached out to Finn, attempting to smooth things over. “Finn, don’t say that. Tess has worked very hard too.”

Tess’s sudden surge of seriousness was interrupted, and a wave of fatigue instantly washed over her.

She didn’t bother arguing with them and simply opened the car door and got in.

The vehicle then roared to life, kicking up a cloud of dust.

Nadine was relieved, but she caught Finn’s deep, scrutinizing gaze from above. “You seem unwilling to bring up the past. She took your honor–don’t you resent her?”

Nadine’s fingers trembled as she tried to keep the natural smile on her face.

She looked up at Finn innocently and batted her lashes. “Finn, what are you talking about? She’s my sister. Although Tess has never been very fond of me, I’ve always genuinely treated her as family.”

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Chapter 245 Mare’s Urgent Call

As she spoke, she boldly swayed Finn’s arm in a playful, girlish manner.

Finn’s dark gaze lingered on her face for a long moment before slowly shifting away.

“Go back.”

His voice was barely audible.

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Nadine sensed his coldness but relaxed slightly as she realized he wouldn’t press further.

Meanwhile, Steven had the driver pull up at a restaurant.

“All right, a little impromptu treat,” he said.

His usually tense face softened into a faint smile. This was an attempt to comfort Tess in his

own way.

Meeting Tess after a year, he noticed that her demeanor had grown quieter; yet, the weight of her subdued mood was still palpable.

Through the car window, Tess recognized the restaurant to be the one she had often passed while working at Lock Group, but never had the chance to dine in.

She looked at Steven, unsure whether it was a mere coincidence.

Tommy stepped out first, holding the door wide for Tess.

He knew that submitting the evidence to the judge had nearly guaranteed victory, so he no longer felt burdened.

But when his gaze inevitably fell on Tess, he couldn’t help recalling the little incident outside the court earlier today.

Tommy lowered his eyes, then regained his usual playful cheer. “Man, I’m starving! Let’s go all out since Mr. Stone is treating!”

Tess hesitated for a moment. Though her mood was low and she didn’t have an appetite, she didn’t want to ruin the moment.

She nodded and stepped out, only to meet a pair of striking eyes the moment she walked in.

What a small world, Connor was here as well.

“Hey, Ms. Ember.”

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Conner stood up and looked over at her, his gaze polite as it fell to her side. “Who are you with?”

Steven immediately became guarded. His previously softened gaze around Tess hardened back into his usual ironclad neutrality.

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