When Amy arrived at the CEO's office, Thaddeus was still busy working. He didn't even spare a glance at her when she entered."Teddy, what do you want to discuss with me?" she asked.Thaddeus instinctively looked at the door. It was closed.This action upset Amy. Wasn't it just calling him "Teddy" at the office? Did he need to be this vigilant? She had been calling him that for more than a decade.Thaddeus put down his pen, maintaining a professional expression."Amy, you've spent three years abroad, and you have a wide circle of friends in this industry. Do you have any way to contact Lolly?" he asked.Amy acted as though his office were her home as she casually hung her bag on his standing coat rack. Then she walked around to Thaddeus and gave him a shoulder massage."Are you talking about Swan's designer, Lolly?" Amy inquired.Thaddeus nodded. "Yes, her. Amy, stop massaging. Sit in front of me. I'm discussing business with you."Amy reluctantly sat on the sofa opposite him.
Jessamine came with a mission—She had to sabotage Shane's blind date. Her makeup was just right for the occasion.Just then, she received a distress message from Shane. "Table seven, hurry!"Jessamine made a few expressions in front of the mirror and then walked toward table seven, carrying her bag.At the table, Shane and the lady on his opposite side had just sat down. They ordered a set meal but it hadn't arrived yet, so they were engaged in awkward small talk."I was looking for you, Shane!" Jessamine cried out.Hearing Jessamine's voice, Shane looked at her as if she were a lifesaver."Jessie, quickly come here," he said.He waved to Jessamine and introduced the lady on the opposite side."I'm sorry, Ms. Emerson. My dad didn't know I already had a girlfriend, which caused a big misunderstanding. This meal is on us. I hope you don't mind," Shane apologized.Seeing Jessamine, the lady on the opposite side wondered what kind of strange situation she was involved in. Who woul
Thaddeus walked over with a cold expression. In those brief seconds, Jessamine made a hundred different plans in her mind.If he had really heard her conversation with Shane and knew about her pregnancy, then she would call Amy over and make things clear.He would have to choose between two pregnant ladies.Even though the odds were not in her favor, Jessamine wouldn't allow him to do anything that could harm her babies. She must bring her babies into this world.If Thaddeus refused, she would die with her babies.Perhaps she could bring Amy and her baby along. This could leave Thaddeus to grow old alone.Silently, Jessamine watched him approach as if waiting for a verdict.She was mentally prepared for anything. In her mind, she was reassuring her unborn twins."Don't be scared. I'll do whatever it takes to protect you. If Dad doesn't want you, it's not because you're not good enough. He's just not worthy!" Jessamine thought.Every second felt like mental torture. Jessamine h
"Why did you come to a couple's restaurant with him?" Thaddeus finally questioned.Jessamine's waist was knocked against the car door, causing her pain. Subconsciously, she protected her abdomen with her hand, but she felt a sense of relief inside.He hadn't mentioned the baby, which meant he hadn't heard her conversation with Shane. Her secret pregnancy was still safe."Didn't you also come with Amy? Why can't I?" she retorted."Are you so free? Drinking coffee at work and dating a man after work. Is it because Grandpa is protecting you? You can't find your Malcolm, so you've started settling for anyone?" Thaddeus questioned endlessly.They were currently on different channels, arguing as though they came from different planets.Although Jessamine felt insulted by his words, she chuckled as if she had heard the joke of the century."Thaddeus, you might love trash, but don't assume others share your taste. You know Shane. There's nothing between us. How can you slander me like t
Jessamine's words angered Thaddeus. Amy seemed like a thorn between them, causing pain for both of them.He had been waiting for the day of their divorce for three years. But now that the day was really here, he realized he wasn't as eager as he thought.He expected Jessamine to at least cause a scene. Yet she nonchalantly signed the divorce papers and rushed to get the divorce certificate.What did she take him for? A plaything in times of loneliness? Or a passing fling in high school?He gripped her chin with one hand and kissed her forcefully, biting down harshly on her lips. A metallic taste spread between their mouths."I'm your husband, Jessamine. As long as you don't have the divorce certificate, you're still Mrs. Holt. Please be mindful of your status before doing anything or making friends. You'll tarnish the reputation of the Holt family," he reprimanded.Jessamine wiped her lips, leaving a smear of bright red on the back of her hand. She didn't know if it was lipstick
Jessamine seemed to have poor learning ability, as she showed no improvement in her kissing skills after three years.Thaddeus even had the impulse to throw her into the car and get intimate with her then and there.For a moment, he was startled by his thoughts.People had impulses, but the difference between humans and animals was that humans could control their actions.But at that moment, he didn't want to act like a human. He just wanted to follow his heart.In the distance, Amy stood under a streetlamp. The light on top of her made her shadow on the ground seem small. It was so small that even if her high heels made noise, Thaddeus could not be able to hear her.At this moment, his eyes were only on Jessamine. He was already under a spell.Amy trembled with anger as she watched Thaddeus and Jessamine passionately kiss in front of her. In fact, the woman who was absorbed in the kiss glanced at Amy mockingly.That look shattered Amy's fierce determination.She had worked so
Jessamine thought she might have to give herself to Thaddeus in his car.Given his character, he never compromised with anyone. If he wanted to have sex with her, he would do it right away.When he said, "Let's go home", it gave her a moment of relief.The two of them lay close together in an intimate position on the seat, surrounded by silence.The sounds of heavy breathing in the car intermingled, creating a romantic atmosphere.Once the passion calmed down, awkwardness spread infinitely."Jessie … My car has a lot of space," Thaddeus stated.Thaddeus' meaning was clear. This place wouldn't affect his performance at all. On the contrary, changing the battlefield would be even more exciting.Jessamine bit her lip hard, trying to stay calm and not be tempted by him. Men always said whatever sounded good at the moment. If she followed his lead, she would fall into his trap.Of course, she knew his car was spacious enough. It was a limited edition Bentley, priced in the millions
"Drive … slower," Jessamine said weakly.Thaddeus turned around at a red light. Jessamine was sitting in the back seat, her face devoid of color."Are you not feeling well? Should I take you to the hospital?" he questioned.For a rare moment, he showed a hint of concern instead of wanting to immediately take her home for sex.Jessamine fought the nausea, trying not to reveal any sign of sickness that might arouse his suspicion."I feel carsick. Drive slower," she responded.When the traffic light turned green, Thaddeus slowly started the car. He tried to maintain a steady speed."You didn't used to get carsick. Why do you suddenly get carsick so often now?" he asked again."It's because of your poor driving skills," taunted Jessamine.Thaddeus smiled, and the smile he showed was an extremely attractive one."Mrs. Holt, perhaps you can tell me which part of my skills is poor. I can make improvements," he suggested.Feeling intensely sick, Jessamine covered her chest. But she