Love in Twilight

Chapter 29

Chapter 29 Did He Hit You? Clarissa made Damien’s grandfather happy every day that week. He would

smile from ear to ear. Occasionally, Damien would transfer money to her. Since Clarissa already had

enough money for the computers, she did not really care. On Sunday, Clarissa told Damien she was

taking a day off because she had to go for the certified public accountant lessons.

She bumped into someone in the classroom corridor. It was none other than her ex-colleague, Nicole

Brown. “Nicole? Are you taking the certified public accountant exam too? I didn’t see you last time.”

Clarissa felt a bit guilty upon meeting Nicole. After all, it was because of her that Nicole could not

remain in New East Corporation. “I started working in a new company and only just registered for this

class four days ago,” said Nicole. Then, she took a sip of coffee. “You found a new job?”

Nicole replied nonchalantly, “President Lawrence introduced me to another accounting firm. The pay is

double in comparison to New East Corporation. If I get the certificate, I’ll become an official

accountant.”

Upon hearing Nicole’s words, Clarissa felt slightly more at ease.

At that moment, Joseph walked over from the opposite side. Nicole had a wide grin on her face. She

took this class because of him.

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Joseph was Nicole’s senior at Pioneer University. They were under the same supervisor and had met a

few times during conferences. For a long time, she had a crush on Joseph. “Joseph, I bought you a cup

of coffee.” Nicole handed another cup of coffee to Joseph politely.

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He shook his head.

“Thank you, but I won’t be able to sleep if I drink coffee. I’ll pass.”

After saying that, Joseph pulled Clarissa to a corner. He was frowning Exclusive content © by Nô(v)el/Dr/ama.Org.

Joseph asked worriedly, “Did Damien do anything to you?”

Clarissa shook her head.

“No. What’s wrong?” “He’s quite a violent man. I’m glad that you’re okay. I was afraid he would hit you!”

Joseph recalled the scene where Damien threw his jacket out of the car. He stared at Clarissa’s face

and asked, “What’s your relationship with Damien? Why did you get into his car?”

That question stunned her. ‘Their marriage had to be kept a secret, cyen though recently Damien did

not seem to really care. Moreover, she could sense that Damien and Joseph did not get along. If she

told Joseph about their private matters, Damien would definitely be unhappy. “He’s my supervisor and

I’ın his employec. We’re also friends…” Clarissa gave it some thought and decided to avoid giving

away crucial information. “Just friends?” After hearing that, Joseph breathed a sigh of relief. For some

reason, he looked happy. “Yes.”

Clarissa nodded. In hier mind, she thought, ‘I’m sorry. I have to keep this a secret from you. Otherwise,

President Lawrence will get angry…’

They spoke for a little more with lowered volces, Nicole watched them and clenched her fists tightly.

Why did Clarissa have to snatch everything away from her? Nicole secretly took a picture of Clarissa

and sent it to her stepbrother. They had the same father but different mothers. His name was Anthony.

She also sent a message.

[ Brother, what do you think of this girl? She’s my classmate. You can try to touch her when you pick

me up from my lesson tonight. ) Anthony sent a weird laughing emoji to her. He agreed. Nicole knew

that her brother liked to flirt around. It was easy for him to cause trouble.

The bell rang. One by one, the students entered the classroom.

While Joseph was lecturing, he kept glancing at Clarissa.

Nicole noticed and hated it.

When class ended, Clarissa stayed in the classroom for a while. She was reading a book

Shortly after, she went downstairs to the lobby entrance. There was a man who looked like a

womanizer. He walked over and tried to louch her face.

“Missy, you look pretty good-looking.” Clarissa gave him a cold stare. “Who are you? This is

harassment. Do you know there are security cameras here?”

“Brother, what are you doing?”

Nicole was standing at the side. She pretended to stop him but did not budge from her spot. Besides,

Anthony was only her stepbrother. She did not care if he had to face the consequences. In fact, she

would be more satisfied if this issue got big.

“Let’s go. I’ll treat you to kebabs.” Anthony wrapped his hands around Clarissa’s waist. Clarissa gave

him a resounding slap across his face. Anthony felt the burning pain immediately. His eyes turned

bloodshot. “How dare you hit me.

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Don’t you know how to appreciate my kindness?” It seemed like they were going to fight. Nicole was

delighted. Anthony was about to hit Clarissa, but someone grabbed his hand. “Stop! This place is for

studying, not fighting.” It was Joseph. He saw the commotion that had happened.

Joseph being protective of Clarissa made Nicole even angrier. “Who are you? Are you this sl*t’s lover?”

Anthony had always been rude. “Watch your words. Be more respectful.” At this moment, Joseph’s

eyes were also bloodshot. No one had ever spoken to him this way before. “You f*cking…”

As Anthony spoke, he took a switchblade from his shoe.

Clarissa saw it and shouted, “Be careful!”

She instinctively listed her bag and smashed it on Anthony’s head.

The part that made contact was the zipper. Moreover, there were heavy books in her bag. Anthony’s

head started bleeding profusely.

After witnessing that scene, the bystanders quickly dialed “911”.