When Love Is a Lie (Whitney and Damian) novel Chapter 143

Whitney returned to her neem, and her phone rang—it was Yvette. 

“How did it go? Did you talk to Noel Wette asked. 

Whitney lay down on her bed, staring at the white ceiling. The words were right there, but I just couldn’t say them.” 

Yvette was puzzled. “I can clearly see that Noel treats you differently. Why don’t you at least try? 

“Even if it’s differrot, it’s just a little bit et affection, Adeal molves both sides. What could I publy offer him in return should I offer myself? I know my worth, and he won’t marry me. it Lask him and he refuses, I’d want to disappear into the genund.” 

Whitney Tuned even, a bitter smile tonning. “I’m not qualified to ask him for help.” 

Yvette sighed but still inped, “How do you know he won’t help if you don’t ask? Whitney, are you going to marry that jerk, Damian?” 

Whitney didn’t want to, but she couldn’t bring herself to ask Noel for help either. That night, she stayed awake, staring at the ceiling until moming. 

The next day, Whitney was at her desk organizing some 

e some documents when as 

isoft cough came from above her. She looked up, and there trood Amy Amy said, “Whitney, the construction site needs you to go. There are some details to discuss with the contractor. Do you have time now? Whitney was surprised by Amy’s sudden politeness, But it made sense. Since Damian had publicly acknowledged their relationship, Amy likely respected her 

Whomey nodded. ” head over now” 

Army awkwardly nodded and then went back to her office. As soon as she entered, she pulled out her p 

tphone and sent a message. “Why 

by didn’t you 

you tell car Whitney 

The reply came quiddy. “Just follow Mr. Howard’s instructions and don’t worry about anything else,” Amy’s message continued, “But what it it goes too far? What if they get back together and then come after me? I don’t want to be part of their drama. Mr. Lawson, The lach done something against company roles by helping Mr. Howard in private. You need to help me.” 

mally responded, “If you can help bring Mrs. Howard back to Howard Coup, Mr. Howard won’t treat you unfairly. Put your mind at ease. Whitney spent most of the day at the site. As lunchtime approached, she planned to grab a quick bite from one of the nearby places. She had just removed her safety helmet when the saw Damian approaching, holding a thermal lunch box. 

You haven’t eaten yet, have you? I brought your favorite dishes,” he said with a smile. 

Damian looked out of place in his high–end suit amidst the construction site. The works had already gone off for lunch, and the site felt quiet. Whitney didn’t accept the lunch box. She walked pa 

1 past him without expression. “What are you doing here? I don’t need you to bring me food. There are 

are places here 

Damian caught up to her. “There for work too. Did you forget? Howard Group is involved in this project. I had to come to check on it personally. Besides, the food be likely won’t suit your tastes.” 

He glanced around the site, the chaotic construction zone far from the city, sounded only by a few small restaurants 

“I’m fine. I’m used to the food here. And for you, Mr. Howard, don’t dirty your shoes. As for the construction matters, I’ll handle the communication with the project manager and the workers.” 

Watney looked at the empty street with no cars in sight and quickly ran across to the other side. She entrard a res 

La restaurant without looking back 

Damian didn’t chase after her. “Let’s see how long you can keep this up,” he muttered, tossing the thermal lunch box into a nearby trash can 

The design had a slight discrepancy with the actual execution. After taking note of it, Whitney turned to the office and immediately revised the blueprints. For dismert, she ordered takeout, finished eating, and continued working. 

She didn’t brave the office until very late By this time, there were hardly any pedestalans on the street. Standing at the curb, she called for a ride.