Chapter 458

Pearl wiped her lips clean and suggested, "I think you can be honest with your father and tell him that we're not suitable for each other at all." Eric's father was an oil baron, and Pearl had once inadvertently helped him, which led to his desire to set her up with his son. Eric initially wanted to protest but was quickly captivated by Pearl's charm, willingly becoming her boyfriend and even her prospective husband. With a regretful sigh, Eric admitted, "Yeah, it seems like fate is against us. I've finally found a man I like, but he's your man. It's a tough situation for me." Pearl gave him a stern look, silencing him instantly. Just then, there was a knock on the door. Richard entered with breakfast. Before Pearl could explain anything, Eric began denying his presence. "Mister Richard, I actually intended to visit you but ended up in the wrong room." "I heard that." Richard pointed to the unlocked door. "You guys didn't even lock the room." Pearl breathed a sigh of reli