Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
“Bastards! Demons! All of you Walsh’s are ruthless demons!” Esther’s eyes bulged with fury as she struggled and shouted, “I won’t give up! Your grandson will pay for his crime, or you can get rid of me right now!”
The heated confrontation quickly attracted the attention of the cemetery’s security guards. Two of them rushed over and restrained Esther, pulling her away.
“Mr. Newton, this is a serious issue. We can’t just ignore her,” Ben said, his usual tenderness replaced with a sharp, determined gaze. “If she goes out and spreads rumors, it could cause a public uproar and severely damage Walsh Group’s reputation. Do you want me to take care of her?”
“What are you talking about?” Newton, clutching his chest in pain, his face pale and twisted, replied weakly. “Their family has suffered enough… because of me! What else are you going to do? Do you want me to push her to her death?”
Before he could finish speaking, his brows drew together in a tight frown. Then, his weak body gave way, and he collapsed to the ground.
“Mr. Newton!” Ben’s face drained of color as he caught Newton’s limp body in his arms.
This was a critical moment. Alyssa ran toward them at full speed. She dropped down to one knee beside Newton and immediately began administering CPR.
“Ms. Alyssa! Why are you-” Ben’s eyes widened in shock.
Focused, with sweat dripping from her brow, Alyssa commanded, “Get in my car, Mr. Gorham. I’ll drive Grandpa Newton to the hospital!”
They reached the hospital in record time, thanks to Alyssa’s impeccable driving.
Because they acted quickly, Newton was no longer in a critical condition and could be transferred to a regular ward.
Initially, Ben wanted to notify Javier and the others, but Alyssa stopped him.
With a profound look in her eyes, she said, “Don’t call Mr. Javier and the others to come over for now. I’d like to have a private talk with Grandpa.”
Ben hesitated, an uneasy expression crossing his face. “But, with Mr. Newton’s condition…”
Alyssa deliberated over it for a moment. She pressed her lips together and said, “If you must, call Mr. Jeremy.”
It wasn’t because she was desperate to see Jeremy, but Javier’s presence could complicate matters further, and Justin was even less trustworthy.
Ben nodded seriously and stepped outside to make the call.
Once alone, Alyssa took a deep breath and quietly approached the hospital bed. Sitting down beside it, she gently held Newton’s wrinkled hands.
“Grandpa Newton, how are you feeling? Do you still feel uncomfortable in any way?”
“I feel much better… Thank you, Alyssa…” Newton had his eyes half-closed, and his breathing was shallow. “If you hadn’t saved me in time, I’m afraid… I probably wouldn’t have made it.”
“Don’t say that, Grandpa Newton. You’re going to live a long life.” A hint of sorrow crept into Alyssa’s trembling voice. “I followed you in secret today. I hope that didn’t upset you.”
Newton’s eyes widened as he clenched his fists. “Alyssa… you’
“I saw and heard everything that happened at the cemetery today.”
Alyssa took a deep breath, her voice steady, “Grandpa Newton, was what Ms. Rollins said true? Did Justin really cause her daughter’s death?”
Newton’s pupils constricted. He closed his eyes, as if trying to avoid Alyssa’s questions.
Alyssa’s gaze sharpened. ‘Grandpa Newton, your reaction has already answered my question.”
Newton remained silent.
“I know what’s on your mind. Justin is Mr. Javier’s eldest son, and he grew up right alongside you. Even though you might favor Jeremy, you wouldn’t want something from the past to tarnish Justin’s reputation. After all, he was still a minor back then. No matter what he’s done, as a Walsh, you’ll do anything to protect him.”
Alyssa’s words hit the mark, each one piercing with precision. She continued, “But you also believe his actions were unforgivable. You’ve been angry but too afraid to expose him. Keeping this secret for so many years must have been agonizing.
“Yet, I know you still have a kind heart. You can’t bear to hurt anyone. Otherwise, you wouldn’t have braved the cold and snow to visit that woman’s grave if you didn’t care, even though you weren’t feeling well.
Suddenly, it all clicked for Alyssa. No wonder Newton had always been so cautious around Justin. With such a terrible secret weighing on him, how could he not be tense and guarded?
Newton gritted his teeth, struggling for words.
Seeing his distress, Alyssa pressed on. “If you won’t tell me the truth, the only option I have is to approach the victim’s family for answers.”
“No! Alyssa, please… don’t upset that poor woman again,” Newton pleaded, grasping her arms with trembling hands. His eyes filled with tears as he confessed, “Her name was Mildred Hayes. She worked for me as a helper when I lived at Seaview Manor. She looked after my daily needs.
“Her death… it was connected to Justin, but it was unintentional. It was an accident… Justin was crying and panicking when he came to me, begging me to save her.”
Alyssa furrowed her brows. Even though she loved and respected Newton, doubts crept into her mind about his story.
“Justin was only 14. His mother’s death had already devastated him. If he had been sent to jail for that incident, his life would have been ruined. I watched him grow up. He’s my eldest grandson… I couldn’t bear to see him imprisoned!”
“So you chose to dispose of Mildred’s body on his behalf and make it look like an accident?’ Alyssa’s voice grew cold.
A chill ran through her as the realization sank in. ‘Grandpa Newton, how could you think only of your grandson’s life? Someone should have been held accountable for Mildred’s life. Did you ever consider that? You erased the incident, but how was her family supposed to heal from it?
“Justin may be Mr. Javier’s son, someone you care for deeply, but Mildred was also someone’s precious daughter. Are you saying that in your eyes, some lives matter more than others?’
Newton’s voice trembled with pain. “Alyssa…”
“Grandpa Newton, don’t you realize what you’ve done? By covering for a criminal, you’ve become an accomplice!”
With tears in her eyes, Alyssa’s voice flared with intensity. “If you won’t stand up for that mother, then I will. I’ll get justice for Mildred.”
“No… No, you can’t!” Newton struggled to sit up. “Alyssa, I’ll do everything I can to make amends to Millie’s family. But please, don’t provoke Justin. I beg you, stay out of this!”
Alyssa had a feeling that there was more to the story. She pushed, “Why?”
Newton hesitated, his pale lips trembling as if he was about to reveal something, when suddenly, the door to his hospital room swung open. And in strode Jeremy, his posture stiff, carrying an air of coldness with him.
“Grandpa.” Jeremy’s breaths were heavy, and his eyes were dark as the night, concealing deep concern within. Unfortunately, his amygdala had been damaged by drugs, sealing off his intense emotions. Despite the turmoil within, there was no way for those feelings to escape. As a result, Jeremy appeared completely cold and heartless.
Newton and Alyssa exchanged knowing glances, seemingly able to read each other’s minds. Newton quickly wiped his tears and forced a kind smile. “Hey, Jeremy… Thankfully, Alyssa was here to look after me, so I’m fine now. Don’t worry.”
Alyssa’s thoughts were still fixed on Newton’s earlier advice. Her eyelashes fluttered slightly as she spaced out. It wasn’t until she sensed a cold, masculine presence beside her that she lifted her head, only to find Jeremy’s intense gaze locked on hers. He pursed his lips slightly, lowering his eyes.
In that instant, it was as if someone had pressed the pause button on her heart. Her cheeks flushed pink as she panicked and quickly looked away.
She felt utterly useless. Deep down, she was still deeply in love with him. Whether his beautiful eyes sparkled like stars or were as dark as night, she would always lose herself in them again and again…
“You brat, why are you just standing there? You should be thanking Alyssa.” Newton grunted angrily, “If it hadn’t been for her, you would’ve lost me!”
Jeremy was about to speak when Alyssa shot to her feet. She didn’t look at Jeremy at all. Instead, she smiled meekly at Newton. “Grandpa Newton, I’m glad you’re fine now. I still have work to do, so I’ll be heading back. I’ll visit you another day.”
“Alyssa, wait!” Newton called out, wanting to stop her, but she had already left the hospital room, almost as if fleeing.
Jeremy gazed at the empty doorway, a deep look in his eyes.
“You jerk, why are you spacing out? Go after her, quick!” Newton gathered all his strength and shakily lifted his leg to kick Jeremy.
…
Alyssa pressed her hands to her reddened cheeks as she hurried toward the parking lot.
“Oof!”
Lost in her thoughts, she hadn’t noticed Jeremy standing just a few feet away. When she bumped into him, her face collided with his muscular chest, causing the tip of her nose to sting.
Jeremy’s lips parted slightly, and he narrowed his eyes, gazing down at her head. In a deep voice, he asked, “Ms. Alyssa, why are you so careless? Didn’t you look where you were going?” Alyssa had teared up from the pain. Rubbing her nose, she frowned and retorted, “It’s your fault for popping out of nowhere! Don’t you have anything better to do?”
With that, Alyssa stepped to her left to storm away.
Narrowing his eyes, Jeremy mirrored her movements.
Alyssa then moved to the right, only to find him mirroring her actions once again as if he were determined to block her path.
Frustrated, she bit her lip and turned to leave. Suddenly, Jeremy grabbed her arm. With a gentle tug, he pulled her into his arms.
“W-What are you doing? We’ve broken up!” Alyssa shrieked, a mix of embarrassment and frustration flooding her. Her eyes were slightly bloodshot.
With a cold look in his eyes, Jeremy answered in an emotionless voice, “Yes, we have. I was the one who wanted to break up.”
Alyssa felt a sharp pain pierce her heart and struggled against him. “What the hell are you trying to do now?”
Jeremy said, “Thank you for saving Grandpa today.”
