Suppose it weren't for Addison's naturally low-key personality and her desire to avoid unnecessary attention. In that case, she might have gone ahead and given these naive girls a proper reality check. Looks weren't everything. Lance might look refined and charming on the outside, but beneath that polished appearance lay a heart as dark as night. If any of them actually married Lance, they'd end up getting devoured whole—down to the last bone. By the time they regretted it, it would already be too late. "Alright, I really have to go now. Please, make some room for me. Thanks." Lance spoke politely, and naturally, the girls were more than willing to step aside, clearing a straight path for him. They all took a synchronized step back, creating a perfectly straight corridor between Lance and Addison. For a moment, it felt almost like a wedding aisle. Dressed in a crisp shirt and polished leather shoes, Lance adjusted his cufflinks as he walked out of the crowd. "Darling, you're not mad, are you?" He approached Addison while fixing his cuffs, raising his eyes to meet hers. Addison pursed her lips. Seriously? Is he never going to stop this nonsense? A little bit of acting was fine, but how long was he planning to keep it up? "Darling, why aren't you saying anything? Are you really mad?" Lance bent slightly, gazing into her eyes with a mix of seriousness, playfulness, and a hint of grievance. "I can't take it! He's so cold and aloof, yet he instantly turns into a puppy in front of his wife—this is too adorable! "God, please bless me with a husband like him!" one of the girls squealed, clutching her heart. Another girl nearby, unable to contain herself, chimed in, "Oh, come on. Even if you want a husband like that, do you even qualify? "That woman is stunning." She gave Addison a once-over from head to toe."Girls like her, with that kind of beauty, are one in a million. You won't find another one like her walking down the street. "They're a perfect match—talented man, beautiful woman. You're nowhere near her level, so where will you find such a handsome husband?" The girl who got roasted was momentarily furious and tried to argue back, but when she glanced at Addison's face, she froze. She'd been too focused on admiring the handsome man to bother looking at his wife. Now that she finally did, she couldn't help but be stunned by Addison's beauty. Addison had a graceful figure, clear and pure eyes, and delicate features—a straight nose and soft red lips—all combining to form a flawless visage. Realizing the stark contrast between herself and Addison, the girl's spark of hope was instantly extinguished, and her dreams shattered. Alright, fine. She was right. This woman was indeed gorgeous, and they did look perfect together. Clearly, she was the one who didn't deserve it. "Lance, enough is enough. I don't have time to play this little drama with you."Addison's expression was cold and indifferent, completely unaffected by Lance's charming antics. She looked like a stoic goddess—calm, detached, and distant. Ironically, her icy demeanor only made Lance more eager to tease her. "Darling, listen to your tone. You're obviously upset. Don't be mad—I'm apologizing, okay?" As he spoke, he reached out to grab her slender wrist. Almost instinctively, Addison pulled her hand back, avoiding his touch. Lance raised a brow, amused. He said nothing but turned to face the girls, speaking directly to them. "See? My wife is really angry. No matter how I try to coax her, it's not working. What should I do? "My wife is upset, and in the end, it's all because of you. You all need to take responsibility and make sure to cheer her up." There was a trace of helplessness on his otherwise cold face, a stark contrast that created a striking impact, instantly tugging at the heartstrings of the girls around them.The group of girls could hardly handle it. Upon hearing his words, they nearly rushed over to Addison, eager to grab her arm and comfort her. Startled, Addison quickly backed away, waving her hands frantically. "No, no, no, I'm not angry! I'm not angry at all! "Please don't come over—I'm really fine." She forced an awkward smile, trying to calm the situation. Seeing her flustered reaction, Lance's eyes gleamed with a triumphant smile. That smug expression on his face was downright infuriating to Addison. Oh, so this was your plan, huh? Using others to pressure me? Did you think I wouldn't fight back? "Darling∼" Addison suddenly called out in a sweet tone. The unexpected endearment left Lance stunned, rooted to the spot. He couldn't recover for a moment. Did he hear that right?That 'darling' just now was from Addison? Lance felt as though his mind had gone blank, a bit dazed and even floating in bliss. "You called earlier saying you didn't have enough money to pay the bill, didn't you? "So, what happened? Did you settle it with the restaurant, or do you still need me to help cover the tab?" Addison asked gently, her tone so soft and affectionate it sounded as if they were truly a loving couple.