CHAPTER 221 NEW WOMAN

Her eyes fixed on him, Valeria’s lips curled into a smile. “Thank you. Who would’ve thought I’d end up finding shelter with a kid.” A kid? A frown creased Hutton’s brow. “You regard me as a kid? You slept with a kid? That’s illegal, you know.” A fit of laughter escaped from Valeria, uncontrollable and utterly joyous. Watching her laughter, Hutton reached out, his hand hesitating before it grasped hers. “No need to worry,” he reassured her. “Your efforts over the years won’t be for naught. I’ll work with you to clear your name and end this contract in a smooth manner; to reduce any loss as much as possible.” His sincere expression stirred something in Valeria. Their shared moment was merely a drunken diversion, but now this man stood as her rock in times of turmoil. Life seemed to be looking up for her, after all. The corners of Valeria’s mouth turned upward in playful jest, her spirits no longer as low as before. “Now I see why wealthy ladies enjoy the company of good-looking y