Chapter 329

Nicole's expression hardened as Griffin interrupted her thoughts. She pressed her lips together and calmly withdrew her hand from his grasp. "I know, and I can walk just fine on my own," she replied coldly. Rising from her seat, Nicole headed toward the door. Griffin followed without hesitation, walking alongside her. "Coco, I know you can walk just fine. But remember, we need to present ourselves as a couple tonight. If we don't show more affection, it'll look strange," he said, confident that Nicole had no choice but to comply with his request. He confidently reached out to take her hand once more, but this time, Nicole anticipated his move. She halted, putting distance between herself and Griffin. Her expression remained cool and detached as she frowned and looked at him. She responded without hesitation, "So what if we're supposed to be a couple? I don't like being touched that way. Is that a problem? Or are you suggesting we can't pull off this act unless you're holding my h