Chapter 477 No Harm Will Come to You
Neera blushed in embarrassment.
I thought my marriage with Jean was only for show. Why are we wearing matching outfits? And⦠did Fabio say itâs what Jean wanted? Itâs as though he really intends to marry me!
Neera shot a suspicious glance at Jean, though Jean seemed impassive as usual.
However, he was very satisfied with Fabioâs designs.
âThank you, Fabio! I need to give someone a hint at the upcoming annual gala, and I think this perfectly does the job. Itâll save me a lot of trouble,â he said happily.
âIâm happy that you like it!â Fabio said.
The outfits matched their figures perfectly, and there was no need for alteration. Fabio and Nettie soon left the scene.
Before he left, Fabio said to Neera, âNettie will be your stylist on the day of the gala. She might usually seem rough on the edges, but sheâs very meticulous when it comes to makeup and hairstyling. Iâm sure sheâll make you look your best on the big day.â
âAlright, thank you,â Neera said.
Very soon, Fabio and Nettie left in their car, and only Jean and Neera were left in the living room.
Neera asked Jean, âMr. Beauvort, I think itâs time for you to explain what you mean when you said you need to give someone a hint at the annual gala.â
Jean was surprised that Neera would ask her that, though he did not hide it from her.
âWell, I think I should let you knowâ¦
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He asked Neera to sit down before explaining why he had to attend the annual gala this year.
Neera was silent for some time after hearing Jeanâs story. Eventually, she said, âYou mean your parents want us to separate, and theyâre using this opportunity to match you with Kyra Marks. Right?â
âThat is indeed what they want,â Jean replied.
As he spoke, he stared at Neera in the eye, wishing to see her reaction.
Neera remained calm on the surface, though she had to admit she felt aggrieved.
Looks like Jeanâs parents really want me out of the household. Otherwise, they wouldnât spend so much effort matching Jean with Kyra.
Even though Jean and Kyra were childhood friends, and the Beauvort and Marks families were of equal standing, Neera felt an inexplicable sense of annoyance when she imagined Jean being together with Kyra.
Neera frowned and looked at Jean. âSo what do you plan to do? Are you going to follow your parentsâ
wishes? After all, our marriage is only for show, and weâll have to divorce one day!â
Jean said snappily, âI donât plan to divorce you at all! If I did, why would I bother with matching outfits or even inviting you to go with me to the annual gala in the first place? As for our marriageâ¦â
He narrowed his gaze and continued, âIf I remember correctly, the terms of the contract say we are to stay married for two years. Itâs been only a few months. Are you planning to throw the towel already?â
Neera was surprised at Jeanâs take on the matter. She explained, âNo⦠Iâm not going to quit, but Iâm sure your parents wonât either.â
âI know! Thatâs why Iâm bringing you to the annual gala with me. That way, theyâll stop pestering me, and Kyra will also know that Iâm not going to marry her. Alsoâ¦â
He lifted his gaze and looked gently at Neera in the eye. âYouâre still my wife by name. My parents clearly arenât showing you any respect. Even though our marriage is only for show, I wouldnât want you to be harmed in any way because of what they want.â
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