Chapter 861

Suddenly, they found themselves falling back into the banter of their early days, with Pearl often teasing Richard. "No, it's not," Richard retorted, a smile on his face without him even realizing it. "You're too unromantic," Pearl teased as she settled into a nearby chair. She observed him, noting his reluctance to turn around, and asked with curiosity, "What's the matter? It's been so long since I last saw you, and now you're acting all shy." "I'm getting married tomorrow," Richard replied, his words dampening Pearl's mood. "I went to all this trouble to see you, and you hit me with that news," Pearl lamented, feigning sadness. "Fine. I'll go have a drink with Wayne. Damian's not a bad choice. Or maybe I'll find—" Pearl felt the world spin around before she could finish speaking. Richard immediately pushed her against the wall. "Go and find a man if you dare," he warned, his calm exterior barely concealing his anger. "Mister Richard, you're as overbearing as ever," Pearl