Chapter 895 Unexpected Arrival

Of course, Tanya did not intend to learn more. The question was perfunctory, and she simply wanted to start a topic with it. She nodded in reply. Seeing how calm and distant Ivanka was, Tanya knew that she was drawing boundaries between them and did not plan to make friends. Certainly, it would be awkward if they became friends. Everyone knew that she fancied Michael, and that Ivanka was his ex-wife. Also, the both of them were still involved with each other. Tanya suppressed the conflicting emotions in her heart. She looked at Ivanka and said, “Actually, I asked you over because I just wanted to chat. We won’t talk about work, so you don’t have to be so guarded.” Ivanka raised her brows. “Ms. Cullen, I trust that you won’t cross the line when it comes to business. I never intend to keep my guard up in front of you.” She did not know what Tanya wanted to do, but she did not trust her in the slightest. Naturally, she would be wary of her. Tanya sighed resignedly. “I actually just want to ask about something personal. What is your relationship with Michael at the moment?” Ivanka replied calmly, “He is my boss, and I’m his subordinate.” If Tanya wanted to ask her about personal matters, it would certainly be about Michael and nothing else. Seeing how curt and certain she sounded, curiosity glimmered in Tanya’s eyes. “Is that all?” She was pushing for a confirmation, which was unlike the calm and collected woman she was known as. Ivanka looked up at her. “Yeah, what else could there be?” She asked this emotionlessly, but Tanya was dumbfounded. In the next moment, Tanya chuckled. “Sorry, I like Michael, so I naturally pay more attention to things like this.” Ivanka nodded expressionlessly. This was none of her concern. She had nothing to do with where Tanya’s affection lay. Tanya gripped the table’s edge and let go after a pause. Then she looked at Ivanka and asked while smiling, “I heard that Mdm. Barkworth likes you and keeps trying to set you both up?” Tanya put on a calm expression, but her body had tensed up. Seeing that, Ivanka gave a faint smile, “Regarding what happened between Michael and I…” She paused, before continuing, “The Cullens started off as a media company. Even though you branch out, you never left the industry. You should know how things can be blown out of proportion on the Internet.” In other words, she meant to say that what happened between her and Michael were online rumors. The truth was not as exaggerated and absurd. They did not sleep together, and Michael was not insatiable. “Is that right?” Tanya chuckled. It was uncertain whether she believed this, and her reply sounded flat. She might be agreeing with Ivanka or casting doubt. But Ivanka did not intend to explain further. Meanwhile, the server had brought them some of their food. Tanya was about to speak, but shut her mouth when the food arrived. Ivanka looked her up and down. “You don’t have to test me. Since I have divorced him, we won’t get back together. You don’t have to waste your energy on me. Besides, everyone knows that Master Barkworth is fond of you.” In fact, it was trending on Twitter. Ivanka found it rather absurd. Tanya regarded her and did not know what to say at that moment. When they both remained silent, the door to the restaurant suddenly opened, and two unexpected customers strode in.