Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
“Javier… Why are you raising your voice like that?”
Even though Newton was Javier’s father, he still sided with Alyssa. He gathered his energy and said sternly,” What do you mean he’s already ended up like that? Jeremy’s limbs are intact. He’s just in a coma for now! Are you trying to curse your own son?
“If you think that Jeremy can’t make it, why don’t you go make preparations for his funeral instead of spewing rubbish here? Maybe you’ll even shake off some of that bad luck while you’re at it.”
“Dad, are you seriously defending her, even now?”
Javier’s rage boiled over as he glared at Alyssa, his eyes bloodshot. “It really makes me wonder if you are my son’s kryptonite! What did Jeremy ever do to deserve this from you?”
Despite her sharp tongue, Alyssa kept her silence, fists clenched at her sides, swallowing the resentment sent her way.
Her silence only fueled Javier’s fury. He raised his hand impulsively, aiming to strike her pale face.
*Javier, stop it!” Newton’s eyes widened in alarm, but his aging body was powerless to intervene.
Alyssa shut her reddened eyes, making no effort to clodge. She knew she deserved it. Javier wasn’t wrong- Jeremy’s condition was her fault.
She deserved this slap. She deserved to die.
A sharp sound cracked through the air, and Alyssa shuddered. But the blow never came.
Opening her tear-filled eyes slowly, her breath caught in her chest. Javier’s hand was frozen mid-air, Justin’s grip tight around his wrist.
What stunned her more, though, was that Justin wasn’t in a wheelchair. He was standing.
“Justin, y-your leg…” Wide-eyed and in disbelief, Javier stared at his eldest son, Justin, who had a calm expression on his face.
Newton, too, was floored. With a staggered gaze, he scanned Justin’s tall and elegant figure up and down.
‘Dad, you shouldn’t get physical no matter what.” Justin’s gaze lingered on Alyssa-it was so deep that one could nearly get lost in his eyes. “Jeremy only ended up like this because he was trying to protect the woman he loved. That was his choice.
“I don’t think that Ms. Alyssa is at fault. I know that your heart aches for Jeremy, but you shouldn’t let your anger out on an innocent person.”
Alyssa frowned as she bit down on her inner lip.
Upon saying that, Justin slowly let go of Javier’s hand.
At the same time, Javier felt a dull pain in his wrist. He lowered his head, only to see that his wrist had turned red. “Mr. Justin, mind your health!”
Sheryl rushed over. She pushed a wheelchair toward Justin and helped him sit down in it.
Justin smiled slightly, his smile reaching his eyes. “It’s fine. I’m not that weak. I should stand up and keep my muscles active from time to time anyway.”
*Justin, y-your legs… Are they really fine?” Still in shock, Javier couldn’t tear his eyes from Justin’s legs, clad in black suit pants. His anger toward Alyssa was momentarily forgotten.
Just like a gentle breeze, Justin’s gaze swept across Alyssa’s face nonchalantly. In a calm voice, he said, “Dad, just because I use a wheelchair doesn’t mean my legs don’t work.”
This came like a bolt from the blue to Newton and Javier.
Even though Alyssa tried to conceal her shock, she was, in truth, as surprised as they were. Her dark eyes betrayed a flicker of doubt and judgment.
‘Mr. Newton, Mr. Javier, allow me to explain, Sheryl said, stepping forward from behind Justin. Her eyes lowered as she spoke, her brows furrowing with concern. “During that kidnapping 18 years ago, after the kidnappers abused Mr. Justin, he began suffering from severe symptoms such as organ failure, nerve paralysis, and many others.
“Over the years, Mr. Justin has endured immense hardship in Mosgravia. His condition only stabilized after he tried out various treatment methods. He has to rely on an assortment of medications every day in order to keep up with living a normal life.”
Upon hearing that, Javier’s heart was pained. He sighed and mumbled, “It must’ve been hard on you, my son…” Justin responded with a relaxed smile on his face. He shook his head.
Sheryl’s face was filled with heartache. “Back then, Mr. Justin wasn’t able to control his legs like a normal person because of his nerve paralysis. The organ damage also caused various bodily functions of his to severely deteriorate. That’s why he would rely on a wheelchair to get around all year long…
With an inexplicable look in her eyes, Alyssa fixed her gaze on Justin’s legs.
Javier went up to him hurriedly. In a concerned voice, he asked, “Justin, how do you feel now?”
I’m much better, Dad. Look, didn’t I just stand up earlier?”
Justin smiled slightly. “It’s just that I can’t run or jump like a normal person can. Other than that, there are no issues in my daily life.”
“That’s great. That’s great!” Javier was elated; with Jeremy still unconscious, Justin’s return felt like a timely blessing, especially since his health had improved so much.
Javier’s mind started racing again.
The cloud of doom and gloom above his head finally dispersed a little.
*Justin, thank you for rushing all the way back for Jeremy’s sake.”
After a long period of silence, Newton finally spoke up. “Your medical team is in Mosgravia. Even though there have been improvements to your health, I suppose you can’t stop your treatments? How long do you plan to stay in Solana City this time?”
“Um…’
Justin paused. He narrowed his eyes and smiled. “I’ll probably stay on. I don’t think I’ll leave again. After all, Solana City and Walsh Group is where my home is.”
Newton’s pupils constricted all of a sudden.
While maintaining an unruffled expression on her face, Alyssa curled her fingers into balls of fists by her side. The veins on her hands throbbed slightly.
‘Grandpa, Dad, do you know how much I missed all of you throughout these years of being in Mosgravia alone? Do you know how much effort I had to put in in order to repair this broken body of mine so that I can stand before both of you like a decent human being?”
At first, Justin’s complaints sounded like they were filled with fury. Yet, the smile in his eyes and his clear voice dissolved all of that, making him look more composed than everyone else. “I’ve put in so much effort and restrained myself so much just so I could come home.
“From what I hear, it sounds like I’m not very welcomed here, Grandpa.
*Not at all. Of course I’m happy that you’re able to return and reunite with our family.”
Newton maintained his composure and forced a smile on his face. ‘You are my grandson no matter what. I love all of you the same.”
Alyssa once stayed by Newton’s side for a long time. She understood him very well. His feigned politeness and insincerity were completely exposed by his current tone and expression.
From the start, Alyssa sensed a strange coldness in Newton toward Justin despite him being the eldest grandson, Javier’s son, and his first wife. She even felt like Newton was somewhat repelled by him.
Newton had raised Justin from a young age, while Jeremy was an illegitimate child. Logically speaking, his looks and talents wouldn’t be inferior to Jeremy’s.
They were both Walsh’s. Why was it that Newton looked like he kept his distance from Justin, his oldest grandson, but doted on Jeremy, who came from a lowly background? He even raised and groomed Jeremy to take over Walsh Group, and put high hopes on him.
Even considering Justin’s health, Newton’s actions seemed extreme. When he heard that Justin’s condition had improved, there was no sign of relief on Newton’s face. Instead, he looked anxious and fearful.
What was Newton afraid of?
Was he worried that Justin’s return would jeopardize Jeremy’s place as the heir?
Newton still controlled a third of Walsh Group’s shares and held key businesses. Jeremy also owned shares and was the acting president. Even if Javier favored Justin, it wouldn’t be easy for Justin to take over the company, would it?
As someone seasoned and used to upheavals, what was Newton afraid of?
Justin remained in his wheelchair as he left the hospital. Sheryl and his bodyguard helped him into his luxury Bentley. Just as the car began to move, Alyssa suddenly rushed out and grabbed the window as it rolled up.
Justin’s bodyguard hit the brakes immediately. Sheryl, startled, glared at Alyssa’s cold expression. “Ms. Alyssa, why would you throw yourself at someone’s car like that? Are you trying to get yourself killed?”
Justin raised his hand, signaling Sheryl to stay silent. He smiled warmly at Alyssa. “Is there something you wanted to talk about, Ms. Alyssa?”
Alyssa ran her tongue over her teeth. “I do.”
Sheryl and the bodyguard stepped out while Justin invited Alyssa into the car.
Inside was a faint scent of medicine mixed with a light fragrance. Alyssa frowned. The scent stirred something uncomfortable inside her; it was a somewhat familiar scent. However, the smell vanished almost as soon as it reached her, leaving her no time to place where she’d encountered it before.
“Go ahead, Ms. Alyssa.” Justin’s voice was low, and he turned his face to her.
“Justin, you’ve lived in Mosgravia for so many years. To treat yourself, I’m sure you’ve interacted closely with many pharmaceutical companies and medical facilities, right?” Alyssa inquired in a low voice.
Justin nodded. “I’ve had my share of interactions. When your father had his stroke previously, Jeremy even flew to Mosgravia to ask me for his medication.”
“I’m sure you’ve heard of RC Biotechnology Research Institute. They’re quite reputable in Mosgravia’s pharmaceutical industry.”
Justin’s gaze deepened, his dark eyes gleaming in the dim light of the car. “I’ve heard of them.”
“In that case, I’d like to get your help.’ Alyssa took out Jeremy’s blood test results, which she had been carrying. and handed them to Justin.
