Chapter 542

Dexter's smile froze on his face. His fingers twisted nervously as he stammered, "Qiqi, I'm so sorry. I never wanted to hurt you like this. I'm drowning in debt, my mother's health is failing, and my family can barely afford meals. And I... I've been so lost in grief since you left that I haven't been able to work... Please forgive me, Qiqi..." Dexter continued his performance, desperately trying to manipulate Angela's pity and sympathy. Angela regarded him with the same disgust one might show a buzzing housefly. Behind her dark sunglasses, her exquisite face remained as expressionless as a marble statue. "Finished with your little act?" Her voice was ice. "Delete all my photos from your phone now." Seeing his theatrics had failed, Dexter sighed dramatically. "Qiqi, I could never forget you. You were the love of my life. If I weren't in such dire straits, I'd never dream of hurting you. I swear, once I get back on my feet, I'll repay every penny." Angela's lips curled in a mirthless sm