Chapter 530

I hadn't expected Bruce to come to my side while everyone was watching us, especially after being so cold to Cindy. He knew that all the guests were watching over him closely, waiting to see how he would handle the rumors. His actions had already caused a stir in the room. But why was he doing this? I looked at Bruce in confusion. Maybe it was the lighting, or perhaps it was just my imagination, but it felt there was more to this welcome than met the eye. My heart skipped a beat. Bruce and I both knew that any lingering feelings had faded over time and that there could never be anything between us again. I suppressed my feelings and extended my hand. "Thank you for the invitation, Mr. Harold." I couldn't embarrass him in front of the guests. Bruce smiled bitterly as he shook my hand. "There's no need to be formal. We're all well-acquainted here." His grip tightened. I looked at him in confusion, unable to read the emotions in his eyes. Kate, on the other hand, immediately chime