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But now, hearing him say these things, Claudine still felt a pang in her heart. 

It wasn’t just that he didn’t love her! 

He knew perfectly well how cold and disappointed she felt, yet for the sake of the company, he still wanted her to co- operate! 

He clearly never saw her as a living, breathing, feeling human being! 

Claudine had always been someone with relatively stable emotions. 

But now, every time Damian appeared, he was testing the limits of her sanity. 

She picked up the glass of water on the table and, without hesitation, hurled it at Damian. 

“Get out! Get out!” 

She screamed at the man she once loved deeply like a madwoman, with no regard for her image. 

Damian stared at the shards of glass scattered across the floor, his brows tightly furrowed. 

At this moment, he truly missed the Claudine of the past, who always went along with him and was gentle. 

He also wished he could return to the state of their marriage with Claudine. 

“Don’t be impulsive, let me finish.” 

There was not the slightest hint of emotion in Damian’s voice. 

All that remained was a cold rationality, clearly focused on interests. 

“I know this doctoral exam is very important to you. It was my fault that, for certain reasons, I made you miss the in- terview, and I’m willing to make it up to you. 

“I’ve already contacted Prof. Nixon. 

At present, Audrey has passed the interview and is on the list for admission. 

Originally, Prof. Nixon could have applied for an extra spot and given you another chance. 

But, because of your relationship with Audrey, Prof. Nixon is worried that you two won’t be able to get along and it will affect the project. 

“But don’t worry, I’ve already contacted Prof. Hutchinson. 

If you’re willing, you can go at any time. As long as your academic research passes the assessment, you can study un- 

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der him.” 

After listening to Damian, Claudine felt a mix of emotions. 

At this moment, she couldn’t help but sigh at how useful power and money truly were. 

Even Mitchell Hutchinson, a titan in the field of cultural relic restoration, could be persuaded by Damian. 

She lifted her eyes and looked at Damian. 

“Is this your condition?” 

Damian seemed completely unaware of how much pain Claudine was in at that moment. 

In his view, this was the best possible solution-both of them could get what they wanted. 

As for what he had to give up to persuade Mitchell, he simply saw it as compensation for Claudine. 

“You want to pursue a PhD with Prof. Nixon, isn’t it so you can go further in the auction industry in the future! 

Prof. Hutchinson, as a leading figure in the field of cultural relics, hasn’t accepted students for many years. 

If you can become his student, it will be much better for your career than studying under Prof. Nixon! 

As for those rumors about the Barrette Group, they’re completely baseless. All you need to do is cooperate with the company’s PR department and attend a few events with me.” 

When Damian said all this, he really couldn’t think of any reason for Claudine to refuse. 

Mitchell’s influence was far beyond what Adriana could compare to. 

As long as Claudine had any sense, she would know what choice to make. 

This was the best solution he could come up with. 

Claudine looked at the man in front of her. He was always like this-he always spoke to her in such a businesslike 

tone. 

Even though she was his wife, not his employee. 

Perhaps, all his true emotions-joy, anger, sorrow, and love-were only ever shown in front of Audrey… 

Seeing Claudine remain silent, Damian simply assumed she had agreed. 

He straightened up, preparing to leave, but once again noticed Claudine’s bare ring finger. 

“Where is your wedding ring? 

Remember to wear it on the day you’re discharged. 

The media these days love to make up stories from the tiniest clues.” 

Claudine’s hand moved slightly. 

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She raised her hand and looked at her own ring finger. 

So, even now, Damian still didn’t know that she had long since left that ring at Belmont Villas. 

Of course, he had ignored her, a living person, for five years-how could he possibly notice the ring she had left on the dressing table…. 

Claudine felt a sour ache in her heart, but more than anything, she felt sorry for herself-and disgusted. 

Disgusted that, even now, she could still be emotionally affected by Damian. 

At last, she spoke. 

“I don’t agree.” 

Her voice was soft, but every word was resolute. 

Damian frowned. 

“Claudine, don’t be so impulsive! 

You’re not stupid-you should know what’s in your best interest! 

“In the future, I won’t interfere with your studies or work, and I can provide you with any resources you need. 

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