Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
Jeremy’s broad shoulders shook. He roared, “What if we wait three days and Jameson suddenly snaps and hurts Lyse? What if he catches wind of our plans and moves her? The world is vast. Where would I find her then?
Everyone fell silent. They understood his reasoning, but they were powerless against a force of nature.
“I’ll go with you.” Axel stepped forward, fixing his eyes on Jeremy’s pale face. He smiled that familiar, striking smile. We’re fellow alumni. Who else would go with you if not me? Count me in!”
Jeremy’s eyes welled up. “Axel…
Amber looked at Axel from behind, her eyes filled with admiration, awe, and deep affection. But she was worried too.
She had lived in Kontina for years. The typhoons there were deadly. One wrong move, and they could all be dead.
“Damn it… What sort of logic is that? I’m a police officer. If there are any dangers, I should be the one leading the charge. Count me in tool” Cyrus stepped forward, patting his chest.
When the younger siblings weren’t being rational, the older brothers shouldn’t follow suit. Jonah and Liam were still strongly against them going out to sea tonight.
“Jeremy, Axel.” Jeremy walked over with a grave look on his face. His voice was calm as he advised, “We know we can’t stop you from going.
‘I’ve checked with the Meteorological Bureau. The typhoon’s eye will be at 2:00 am and will last for two hours. The weather will improve during that time, and the sea will be calmer. If the few of you still insist, you should all head out in the early morning.
‘It’s a four-hour boat ride to Rose Island. Flying would be risky. For one, it could attract too much attention when you arrive. Secondly, Jameson might notice, putting you all in even more danger. We don’t know if he has heavy weaponry with him.
“As for the rest, I advise against coming along. We only have two hours. If the weather changes, you could be stranded at sea, stuck in a deadly situation.
‘Jeremy, Axel, when you get to the island, don’t act rashly. Observe the area first, see if Lyse is really there. Stay in constant contact with us. We’ll send reinforcements as quickly as possible.”
It was no surprise Jeremy was the country’s president. He was calm, rational, and thorough- qualities not many possess.
Truthfully, Jeremy had considered everything Jeremy said. That was why he wanted to quietly infiltrate the island and find Alyssa.
If too many people were mobilized, they might alarm Jameson. He was terrified of that madman going into a frenzy and harming Alyssa.
*Jeremy, Axel, get ready to go out to sea.” Jonah swallowed hard. He approached them, hugging Axel and Jeremy. “But promise us you’ll both come back safe!”
To Alyssa, these five days felt like hell on earth.
She couldn’t bring herself to eat or drink, and within two weeks, she had become as thin as a wisp. She lay limply on the bed, her delicate shoulder blades trembling.
She looked pitiful, yet her appearance stirred a desire to conquer and spoil her, never having to worry that she would leave.
During these five days, Alyssa was constantly on edge. Though she was so exhausted she could have slept for days, she only dared to take brief naps, never allowing herself to fall into a deep sleep.
She was afraid-afraid that Jameson would eventually lay his hands on her.
So far, he had only held her and kissed her, but she couldn’t trust that the madman wouldn’t decide to take things further on a whim.
In the wee hours of the morning, the night sky turned dark and ominous as strong winds began to howl.
Jameson injected himself with adrenaline in the study. Emerging from the room, he dragged his weary body through the dimly lit corridor, where he froze upon spotting Remy leaning against a wall. He forced himself to suppress the rising lump in his throat and asked, “What’s up?”
‘Your wedding isn’t happening, Remy replied, his eyes cold as they met Jameson’s pallid face. “Someone shared the news that your location on Rose Island has been exposed. Ms. Alyssa’s family and Jeremy are probably coming here right now. Mr. Justin has ordered me to take Alyssa away from here.”
In truth, Jameson had never intended to keep Alyssa captive on the island forever. He had hoped they could at least spend the time he had left together. But Jeremy and the others had found them much sooner than he expected.
Grinding his teeth, he swallowed the blood rising in his mouth. “When
“As soon as possible.”
‘Just… Lyse?”
‘Did you think you’d be included?” Remy asked, a stiff smirk tugging at the comers of his lips. ‘Look at yourself. Can you protect Alyssa? You don’t have many days left. Can you even still serve Mr. Justin? Besides, this island’s scenery is beautiful, the weather perfect for both weddings and funerals.”
In other words, was he to die here?
That would be cruel.
But Jameson had no objections. He was just a burden to Justin now. So, he should just meet his end quietly.
‘There’s a typhoon at sea now. You can’t leave yet,” Jameson said, forcing himself to stay alert. His eyes gleamed with a cold light as he continued, “Even if you’re ready to die, don’t drag Lyse down with you.”
‘Don’t worry. If it’s what Mr. Justin wants, I’ll get her to him, even if it costs me my life.” Remy glanced at his wristwatch. “When day breaks, I’ll leave with Alyssa.”
‘That’s enough…”
“What?”
That’s enough time for our wedding. Jameson pressed a hand to his chest, using the wall for support as he slowly made his way toward the bedroom.
A moment of inexplicable astonishment flashed in Remy’s eyes as he watched Jameson’s dying form walking away.
Alyssa lay alone in the dark, unable to tell how much time had passed as she listened to the wind howling outside.
Finally, unable to fight off sleep, her head grew heavy and muddled. Just as she closed her eyes, she heard a raspy voice call her name.
‘Lyse.’
That was Jameson’s voice.
Alyssa jerked awake in surprise, her silk nightgown clinging to her slender body, soaked in cold sweat.
She had just propped herself up to move away when Jameson’s icy hands grabbed her ankles and pulled her toward him. Then he lifted her by the waist, holding her tightly in his arms.
“You don’t need to doll yourself up, my dear Lyse. You’re a natural beauty. You’ve always been a stunner,” Jameson whispered, kissing her ear. His hoarse voice sent shivers down her spine.
“What are you going to do?” Alyssa shook like a leaf against his chest.
‘Marry you.” Jameson brushed his pale lips against her neck, his bloodshot eyes boring into her. Each word seemed to tear at her heart. “Marry me, Lyse. Let’s have our wedding.”
What did you say? Wedding… right now?” Alyssa trembled, pressing her hands against his chest. She glanced at the trees swaying wildly in the storm outside the window, wondering if she’d heard him wrong.
“Yes, right now.” Jameson’s gaze was deep, gentle, and full of affection.
Alyssa’s eyes widened in shock.
Jameson suddenly wanted to marry her in the dead of night under such terrible weather conditions.
Could it be that he knew his hideout had been exposed? Had Jeremy and her brothers discovered her location? Was that why Jameson was rushing his plans?
Jameson sat on the bed, wrapping his arms around her. He leaned down, picked up a pair of red heels he had prepared, and carefully slipped them onto her feet, one by one.
“When I was young, my mother told me that a bride who gets married on a rainy day is someone with a temper.”
He stared intently at her pale face, his gaze calm and deep. His cold lips brushed light kisses against her cheeks. “Look at the storm outside. It just shows how incredible my wife will be in the future.
“Lyse, after we marry, you must control me as fiercely as you can. I love it when you scold me and lose your temper with me. It’s the only way I’ll know you care.”
As Jameson continued to speak, his voice faltered, and his eyes reddened further.
What a madman!
Alyssa screamed internally as she allowed Jameson to caress her. Her muscles and nerves were stiff with tension.
But she had to bite her tongue and stay silent. She had held back for so long-if she lashed out at this viper now, all her efforts would be wasted!
Jeremy would find her. He had to!
Jameson removed his suit jacket, wrapping it around her trembling body. He lifted her in a princess carry and walked toward the rose garden.
There was no wedding gown, no family present, and no proper witness. The wedding Jameson offered Alyssa was just like his short, dim life-full of flaws and regret.
But marrying her, having her, becoming her husband-this was his lifelong dream.
He would make this wedding happen, even if the heavens were against him,
A massive glass shed stood in the rose garden. Amid the tempest, the entire structure seemed to tremble as if it could collapse at any moment.
There was no joy, none of the happiness one should feel at a wedding.
