Half an hour later, Stephen came out of the room. When he saw Jane standing by the corridors, he stopped in his tracks.

Jane smiled, about to greet him. But he turned around and headed in the opposite direction. Her smile stiffened.

She furiously stomped her feet and chased after Stephen. "Stephen, we're friends. You should greet me when you see me, right?"

"We are not friends," Stephen said coldly, not even looking at her.

Jane went forward and blocked his path. "Stephen, you better watch your behavior while I'm still nice to you!"

"Ms. Ford." Stephen furrowed his brows, clearly annoyed.

"From the moment I realized you set me up, you and I were no longer even acquaintances. We're just strangers.

"I didn't come after you because you gave me a very good lead. So let's call it even. I want nothing to do with you."

"I …"

Jane knew she was in the wrong, but she still said arrogantly, "This is what it takes to pursue a man. How could I not resort to tricks? I’m just—"

"Just st