Crushed Affections (Dominic and Bella) novel Chapter 4

Mandy was about to finish her sentence when a towering figure blocked the light from the doorway.

"Mandy."

The man stood there with an effortless noble bearing. His callous eyes were casting a sharp and piercing gaze. His thin lips were slightly pursed, giving off an air of aloofness.

Mandy was surprised to see Dominic. "Dominic, I knew you wouldn't leave me all by myself," she said flirtatiously.

Bella drew a breath in silence. Just as she was about to speak, Dominic took Mandy with him and turned to leave. He didn't even bother sparing Bella a glance.

She could only bite back the words she wanted to say. Watching the "perfect couple" as they walked away, she suddenly found herself ridiculous. Anyone but her would look good together with Dominic.

No matter how many times they'd slept together, Dominic would never want to be seen with Bella, as she wasn't the right one for him.

…

They were in the elevator lobby when Dominic shook off Mandy's hand with a look of displeasure.

Puzzled, Mandy hesitated briefly before stepping forward and rubbing her chest against Dominic's arm. "Dominic… what's wrong?"

Dominic turned his head slightly and glared at the clueless woman before him. "I don't sleep with women who've been with other people, especially my friend."

Mandy froze at that instant. She had assumed there could be more to their relationship as Dominic didn't reject her affection just now. She never expected him to back away right after.

A chiming sound signaled the arrival of the elevator. Dominic stepped inside and gave his sleeve a pat. His eyes were filled with disgust.

Mandy didn't follow, as the stare from Dominic was extremely scary. She stood there, her face pale. A "plaything" in the rich circle like her would never catch Dominic's eyes. She knew her worth; he was just going along with her just now.

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Evening came. Bella wasn't planning to go home, so she agreed to switch shifts with her colleagues.