Unmasking Mrs. Newton's Secret Identities novel Chapter 728

"Um…" Derek stammered, realizing Helen wasn't responsible after all. "I wasn't going to blame you anyhow."

"Even if you did, it wouldn't make a difference," Helen replied nonchalantly, waving her hand as she walked out. "There's nothing you could do to affect me, anyway."

Upon hearing this, Derek couldn't help but roll his eyes in frustration. If Chandler hadn't been there, he would have been tempted to chase after her.

Nevertheless, he restrained himself, following the principle that a gentleman should avoid disputes with women.

After Helen left, Derek remarked casually, "What's up with your fiancée? She's quite peculiar."

"I think the one who's odd here is you," Chandler retorted sharply. "Seems like you've lost basic respect for women. Perhaps you should take Helen's advice seriously."

"What advice?" Derek asked, bewildered by the sudden shift in conversation.

As Chandler moved toward the door, he casually suggested, "Maybe you're not as straight as you think."

"Not straight?" Derek repeated, Chandler's insinuation striking a nerve.

In a fit of anger, Derek wrestled with the urge to throw his mouse across the room. But upon realizing its irreplaceable value, he tenderly cradled it in his hand.

"Pathetic jerk," Derek fumed silently. "If I were gay, the first thing I'd do is tear you two apart!"

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After leaving Derek's office, Chandler and Helen were swiftly summoned back to Newton Residence.

The ongoing conflict between Newton Group and Lindvall Pharmaceuticals had sparked widespread attention. Despite Chandler's efforts to shield his family from it, their concerns persisted.

Under mounting pressure, Louis had no choice but to call Chandler back to clarify the situation.

If looks could kill, Helen would have been torn apart the moment she stepped through the door.

Observing the hostile looks from the crowd, Chandler collected himself and firmly took Helen's hand, his actions deliberate and resolute.

He wanted to emphasize to everyone that Helen was his partner, his sole and definitive choice. Those thinking about confronting her should reflect on whether they were truly capable of doing so.

Meanwhile, Helen had long anticipated this situation. Her demeanor remained composed, revealing neither happiness nor sorrow.

Deep down, she knew that her background and temperament were not readily embraced by most people.

Chandler had faced considerable criticism for choosing to be with her. Perhaps today was the day they had to make a decisive decision.

"Don't just stand there; come sit down," Priscilla urged, breaking the extended silence.