Is It Wrong to Settle Things with Money?

"I've been to Philadel too; maybe we even met back then," Tristan said casually.

At these words, Cynthia felt her blood freeze, her entire body seemingly immobilized. Only her heartbeat remained rapid, echoing in her chest.

She stared at the man in front of her, as if seeing more through his eyes.

"What's wrong?" Tristan's fingertips lightly traced his chin, a shallow smile playing on his lips, giving off an air of indifference.

Cynthia's eyelashes trembled gently, and she leaned back against Tristan's shoulder.

In that split second, a bizarre thought crossed her mind. However, without confirmation, she dared not act rashly, fearing another disappointment.

"Are you planning to let go of the Louise family matter?" Tristan bent his fingertips, tucking a strand of hair near her temple behind her ear.

Hearing this, Cynthia's eyes flashed with a meaningful smile, and she lightly rubbed her hand on the phone. "It's not that simple."