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Stalking wasn’t something Penny was particularly fond of. However, since her target–and the very person she was looking for–was already right in front of her, she wasn’t about to let him out of her sight.

Not until she knew what kind of person he was, where he lived, what he did for a living- everything.

It was a good thing that she found out Zoren Pierson was connected with Dean, which significantly narrowed down her search area.

‘Based on the bodyguards around him, he probably has an important role in the Pierson family,” she thought. But how come I never heard of him? Dean also hadn’t mentioned anything about

him.”

Penny wasn’t really interested in the Pierson family, mainly because of Dean. She wasn’t interested in anything about that man. Asking Dean would only make her seem interested in him.

All she knew was that the Piersons were very wealthy and well–connected. Families like that always tended to be complicated, like some sort of royal family.

Wow…‘Penny held the menu before her, peeking over it to get a glimpse of her husband. I’m surprised he didn’t rent out the entire restaurant.”

Through a partition in the restaurant, she could see his hand pouring himself some tea. The entrance and surrounding area were well–guarded by his bodyguards. This display caught many people’s attention, but at the same time, this restaurant catered to the elite.

“Isn’t it strange?‘ she wondered, looking around at the other customers who were whispering among themselves. They aren’t even raising their voices. I want to hear their gossip.”

Her ears doubled to listen to the hushed whispers around her.

“So, that’s Zoren Pierson?”

“Are you sure that’s him? Oh my God. Did I just meet a legend?”

“But didn’t they say he liked privacy? If that’s him, he would’ve rented out the entire restaurant just for himself.

“I also heard he’s that kind of person,” another whispered. “Lalso heard he doesn’t like crowded. and cramped spaces.

“I mean, he never shows himself in public. I thought that was because he was embarrassed by his face. Considering Ray and even his nephew, the face of their family is good–looking. Everyone thought he was an old man. After all, no one in the family has become the head of the Pierson Family at this young age.

Penny raised her brows as she leaned back, rubbing her chin while listening to the gossip of

these elites.

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‘So that’s why I never heard of him, huh? He avoids the media. She rubbed her chin. Also, he’s the head of the family, who likes grand gestures like renting out an entire restaurant just to eat.”

From everything she had heard so far, Penny had only one impression of her “husband“: Belonging to NôvelDrama.Org.

Overbearing.

“I don’t like him already.” She scrunched up her face. “But at least I know he’d want this divorce

more than I do.”

Her lips stretched into a smile, nodding approvingly. If she could just somehow approach him and discuss their dilemma, this could be resolved easily. Zoren Pierson wouldn’t want a stranger as his wife, who could potentially take a huge chunk of his wealth in the future.

Even wealthy people who marry out of love consider prenuptial agreements. After all, no one can predict the future.

“He’s lucky that I’m his wife and I’m not interested in anyone’s wealth except my own,” she shrugged with a smile, earning some odd looks from the tables near her. “Hehe hehehe.”

Penny didn’t care about the odd stares cast upon her. Her attention, and everyone else’s, was suddenly drawn to a plump and cute woman approaching the private area of the restaurant.

Everyone looked the plump lady up and down, their brows furrowed. Unlike the others, Penny just tilted her head.

Her eyes followed the plump lady as she entered the private area and sat across from Zoren. “A date?” she whispered. “So, he’s into the cute type, huh?”

Penny raised her brows and tilted her head. She wasn’t one to judge–people have different preferences. But not everyone was as understanding as she was.

“Zoren Pierson likes fat women? Hah. Is he blind?”

“Gosh. No, I wonder what family she comes from. That’s the only reason he would date someone

like that.

“I’ve never seen her at any social gathering. Isn’t she ashamed of herself? Being that fat isn’t healthy.”

“Goodness. This is insulting. She’s not just fat, she’s obese! That’s not healthy at all.”

Penny glanced at the people who were quick to comment as if being overweight was a sin. She rolled her eyes. What she found jarring about these comments wasn’t just the fact that they were attacking a woman solely because of her weight, but the hypocrisy of using “health” as an argument.

‘Not everyone wants to be unhealthy, just like me. Some just had other conditions that make them gain weight. She shook her head, ignoring the unnecessary concerns around her, o

Her brows rose as she noticed Zoren rise from his seat. She couldn’t see him completely, but she knew he was standing because his date was looking up at him.

“Huh? Done already? It hasn’t even been three minutes since she arrived: Penny furrowed her brows, noticing the slight shock on Zoren’s date’s face as if he had said something hurtful. “Is he

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dumping her…? Shit!”

Penny quickly raised the menu to hide her face as she saw Zoren walking out. Penny was seated near the exit, so she was certain he would walk past her.

“So, he’s not only overbearing, but he’s also someone who would ask someone on a date and then dump her? A sadist!‘ she mentally grumbled, displeased by his personality. I don’t need Yugi’s information at this point. I’ve seen enough…!

Knock knock

Penny froze as her surroundings suddenly dimmed, followed by a knock on her table. Slowly, she peeked over the menu and instantly locked eyes with him.

His face was plain, showing no trace of emotion. The bags underneath his eyes made his gaze appear darker and more intense, and his pale–alarmingly pale–complexion only made his features seem more dangerous.

Penny’s lips parted slightly as the two of them locked eyes.

“Did I just catch you red–handed… husband?” a