Sophie appeared rxed amidst the various camera positions set up in front of her.
James remembered that Sophie rarely attended such events in the past. What he didn’t know was how
much effort Sophie had made in her previous life to bridge the gap between them.
Unfortunately, even until her previous life ended, James never knew what she had done for him.
Soon, after the product manager finished his introduction, James took Sophie’s hand and they stepped
onto the stage together.
The media below eagerly raised their cameras, eager for a story about the couple that had been
making waves online.
“This time, Burke Intemational’s new residential development is divided into two sections, A and B. The
larger spaces with four and five bedrooms are in section A, while the one to three bedroom apartments
are in section B. The development is surrounded by major shopping malls, elementary and high
schools, and is well serviced by subways and buses. Themunity’sndscaping has been designed
by topndscape architects, and theyout of the apartments is aimed at creating cozy family
apartments, making each homeowner feel the warmth of home.”
As he spoke, James tightened his grip on Sophie’s hand. Sophie, in turn, shed a sweet smile just at
the right moment.
This scene further stung Nichole, who was sitting in the back row.
Soon, it was time for the press to ask questions.
A reporter suddenly asked, “Mr. Burke, there have been rumors circting online. Would you like to
take this opportunity to respond?”
From this question, Sophie could tell that James had arranged it. Otherwise, who would dare to ask
such a sensitive question first?
“Rumors are just rumors. I never interfere in my wife’s life because I trust herpletely, James
replied, looking towards Sophie, who smiled knowingly at him.
At that moment, James‘ image as the perfect husband was unmistakable.
While Sophie was checking the camera positions, she identally caught a glimpse of Nichole in the
corner. She hadn’t expected James to have also invited Nichole.
Just then, for a split second, Sophie thought she saw jealousy in Nichole’s eyes, but that expression w
was fleeting.
Sophie wondered, had she seen it wrong?
Suddenly, a male voice rang out, “But Mr. Burke, there are reports of you being intimately involved with
a female college student. Is that true?”
The room fell silent
at the
question.
James stared at the journalist, his gaze shifting from icy cold to gentle. “That’s just a student Im
sponsoring. There’s no intimate rtionship.
Sophie nced at the journalist’s badge, which seemed to be from the media group owned by the
Tredgold family. Was this question nted by Adler?
“I love my wife very much, and I believe she feels the same way
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Sophie felt James‘ gaze on her and as she tumed to look at him, she caught the intensity of emotion in
his eyes.
For a moment, Sophie was stunned. She had never been looked at with such intensity by James
before. For that second, it seemed as if James truly loved her deeply.
However, Sophie soon realized that in the eyes of a businessman like James, who was focused on
profit, even deep affection could be feigned.
After the press conference ended, Nichole made her way against the crowd to approach them. Colt
initially wanted to stop her, but Nichole moved too quickly. By the time Colt caught up, Nichole had
already reached James and Sophie.
“Mr. Burke, Ms. Sophie, what you both said was enlightening. I really learned a lot,” Nichole said.
Sophie couldn’t help but give a wry smile. She and James had been openly affectionate throughout,
and Nichole’sment seemed to suggest they were just putting on a show,
Nichole wasn’t entirely wrong though. Sophie and James, after all, had never really shared any
affectionate bond.
“There are too many prying eyes here; you should head back to the university.”