He ignored Fulbert completely . They had known each other for years , and he knew Fulbert was never the meddling type . Whatever Sandria might have told him earlier , Fulbert wouldn't interfere , not after seeing his current attitude . But he was wrong . Before he could grab Sandria's arm , Fulbert stood in front of her , shielding her completely with his towering frame . Fulbert's features were as exquisite as ever , yet the iciness in his expression was equally undisguised . " Tino , Sandria and you are divorced already . This isn't appropriate . " Instantly , the scene fell deadly silent . A trace of surprise flashed across Florentino's face . He wanted to laugh . " Bert , I don't know why you've been playing along with her , but , at the end of the day , this is between me and her . I hope you stay out of it . " If she offends you somehow , I apologize to you on her behalf . I hope you don't hold it against her . " He thought Fulbert would move aside after hearing this . To his surprise , Fulbert pulled Sandria into his embrace . Smiling at him , Fulbert said , " What if I insist on meddling ? " Florentino was stunned . With a frown , he stared at them , who looked so intimate . A hint of disbelief flickered in his eyes . Sandria was a bit startled by Fulbert's sudden movement . But soon , she adjusted her expression . Fulbert was such a great partner , playing along with her so quickly and seamlessly . Leaning against his arms , she looked up and blinked at Florentino . Then she said , her voice affectedly delicate , " Mr. Burnham , I've told you I'm Bert's girlfriend now . How come you just wouldn't believe me ? We're going home to get some rest now . Do you mind stepping out of our way ? " Standing on tiptoe to peck Fulbert's cheek , she said with a smile , " Darling , let's go home . " Fulbert didn't seem displeased at all . Instead , he arched an eyebrow , 0.0 % 07:11 Chapter 23 " Alright , " he said , nodding . They displayed their affection in Florentino's face before turning to leave . Gawking at their retreating figures , Florentino froze in place , his entire body stiffening . How could this be ? No way . What exactly had Sandria pulled ? How could she manage to get Fulbert to play along with her so cooperatively ? All of a sudden , a trace of panic flickered in his heart . He couldn't help but feel that something was slipping out of his control . After a few seconds , he finally snapped out of it and hurried out to catch up with them. 288 Vouchers But they had already gotten into Fulbert's car , and he could only stand in place , watching as it vanished into the dis- tance . When he could no longer see it , he pursed his lips and went back into his car . He decided to coax Sandria back later . After all , they had been together for eight years . If not for Courtney , he would- n't have considered leaving her at all . *** As Fulbert started the car , Sandria let go of his hand and leaned against the seat . " Mr. Ortega , I gotta say - great acting . Thanks . " " That's it ? " He glanced at her with a half - smile . She turned to look at him and said impatiently , " Partnership goes both ways . When something similar happens to you next time , I'll do the same for you . " It's a risky job , OK ? I might be in danger . You know how crazy people these days are , desperate women especially . Besides , I kissed you . If anything , I'm the one at a loss . " Fulbert's Adam's apple bobbed slightly when he thought of the peck . He couldn't help but chuckle . " I don't mind kissing you back , if that makes it up to you . " She pulled out a fake smile . " Yeah , right . " He was so shameless sometimes . Soon , they arrived at the neighborhood . 49.8 % 07:11 Chapter 23 They went upstairs together , and he saw her to the door gentlemanly . " If your wrist hurts tonight , you can knock on my door at any time . " † 288 Vouchers 96.2 % 07:11