Chapter 1082

Cindy's reaction was unexpected, but Bruce's expression remained the same as always. He didn't say a word and just kept staring at me. His intense gaze carried some kind of complex emotion, and I couldn't bring myself to meet his eyes. Turning to Cindy, I said, "Ms. Lane, I've already dropped the case. Now that you don't have anything to ask of me, there's no need to act like we're close. Like I said before, I had no relationship with you or Gilbert. So please, have some self-respect." Cindy blinked. In an urgent tone, she tried to persuade me again. "Nance, you—" I cut her off without hesitation. "Ms. Lane, there's something I need to clarify. Mr. Harold and I only have a business relationship. There's nothing else between us, so please don't drag me into your relationship problems." After all these years, I had learned that the best way to clear up a misunderstanding was by clarifying promptly. That way, the misunderstanding wouldn't escalate and cause unnecessary trouble. Ther