The surrounding atmosphere was instantly frozen. The cold was bone-chilling, and it was so quiet that no one dared to breathe loudly.

Eric’s cold eyes turned to Nicole with a hint of surprise.

Nicole met his gaze carelessly.

When their gaze collided, he saw a deep distrust in her eyes.

His heartbeat faltered as if he had been stabbed.

“You think that I instructed Chloe Snyder to do this?”

Eric narrowed his eyes sharply.

Nicole did not make a sound and simply gave him a cold smile.

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