Chapter 271 “So, what’s the deal?” Cameron stopped in his tracks and looked at Tara. He knew she was hiding something from him. “Kelvin has been bugging me to be his girlfriend. I’ve rejected him overtly and covertly, but he just won’t let go. He organized this party specifically for me, so…” Tara explained. “So you want me to pretend to be your boyfriend to help you get rid of him?” Cameron asked. “Yeah.” Tara nodded. “Why don’t you just refuse to go then?” Cameron suggested. “I wish I could, but Kelvin has made it clear that the party is specifically for me and has invited me multiple times. If I don’t go, it’s like I’m disrespecting him. “You know of the Zimmer family’s influence in the capital. I’m just a weak and powerless woman, while Kelvin is arrogant and overbearing,” Tara explained, looking worried. “I’m afraid my family will be affected because of me.” “I see.” Cameron nodded, smiling as he said, “Dr. Smith, you could have told me this earlier.” “I was afraid you would refuse.” Tara bit her lip. ↑ “So you’re not afraid I’ll just bail out later?” Cameron raised an eyebrow. “You won’t.” Tara shook her head. “You trust me that much?” Cameron was surprised. “Yes.” Tara nodded. “Well, I can’t let you down now, can I?” Cameron chuckled. “So, you agree?” Chapter 271 2/3 Tara’s eyes lit up. “Helping you out isn’t impossible, but you’ll have to give me something in return, right?” Cameron grinned, teasing her a bit. After all, she had always teased him, especially when she accidentally caused his wound to reopen in the hospital. Now, it was his chance for payback. “What do you want in return?” Tara bit her lip. “What do you think, Dr. Smith?” Cameron rubbed his chin, pretending to be mischievous as he scanned Tara’s figure. Tara blushed. She had a vague idea of what Cameron was implying but still agreed. “Fine, I agree.” “You haven’t even heard what I want, yet you’ve agreed?” Cameron was surprised. “Don’t all you men have that on your minds?” Tara said indifferently. “So, you agree?” Cameron raised an eyebrow. He was surprised at how readily Tara accepted his condition. “Better to give in to you than to let that jerk Kelvin have his way in the end,” Tara said, her tone devoid of emotion. “You hate him that much?” Cameron asked. “Absolutely. That scumbag has forced so many girls into his bed over the years, and some even ended up getting abortions because of him. If it weren’t for my lack of ability, I’d want to kill him with a pair of scissors!” Tara gritted her teeth. “I never thought that he could be so despicable.” Cameron’s gaze turned cold as he said, “In that case, I won’t ask for anything in return this time. Let’s just consider it an act of kindness.” “Really?” “Of course. Do you think I’m a flirt like you?” Cameron smiled. Chapter 271 3/3 “You’re the flirt here,” Tara retorted, her cheeks blushing slightly. “Give me the time and place,” Cameron said solemnly. Tara’s heart skipped a beat. It seemed she misunderstood Cameron earlier. “Tomorrow, 8:00 pm, at Platinum Duke Hotel. I’ll come to pick you up then.” Tara’s tone softened again. “Alright, I got it. See you tomorrow.” Cameron waved his hand and turned to leave. “Do you need me to send you back?” Tara asked. “No need. I have some other things to take care of. You should go back and look after your grandpa,” Cameron replied. “Okay, take care on your way home. See you tomorrow. Tara waved goodbye. Tears threatened to pool in her eyes as she watched Cameron walk away.