Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
“I didn’t mean that …” Renee was embarrassed and blushed.
“I know Alyssa, so I won’t believe what you say. But let me give you a word of advice-when you’re outside, don’t say such things about her if your relationship with her is as intimate as Mr. Dominic says.”
There was a sharp, discerning quality to Jeremy’s eyes. Although he didn’t explicitly threaten Renee, every word he uttered carried a strong sense of oppression.
Panicking, Renee discreetly signaled her unease to Dominic.
“Renee, it seems like there was a bit of a mix-up with Mr. Walsh because of the way you expressed yourself.”
Dominic could only try to smooth things over “Renee, quickly raise your glass to Mr. Walsh and apologize.
“Mr. Walsh, please don’t harbor any ill feelings toward Renee on my account. She tends to be imp unintended offense.”
Dominic couldn’t be more humble, but he had no choice. If he didn’t lower himself, he felt that Jeremy might leave.
Jeremy respected Winston. Furthermore, Dominic was his ex-father-in-law’s younger brother, and he couldn’t ignore that connection.
At this moment, a waiter approached with a tray holding several glasses of champagne.
Renee picked up two glasses, one for herself and one for Jeremy.
“Mr. Walsh, here’s to you. I promise to be more mindful of my words and actions moving forward.”
Having emptied his champagne glass and feeling frustrated, Jeremy was fortunate as Renee handed him a drink. He swiftly consumed it in one gulp.
Seeing that, Renee smiled and elegantly finished hers.
“Mr. Harper, I have some business partners from KS Group here, and they have a keen interest in Harper Group. How about joining us for a chat? It could open up potential collaboration opportunities.”
Dominic, like a gentle elder, extended an invitation to Landon.
Upon hearing that, Landon’s eyes lit up.
He wasn’t just interested in women. He was also a lover of wealth. Wherever there was a business opportunity, he would seize it.
After all, if he wanted to compete with his uncle, expanding his network in the business world was necessary. His main purpose in coming tonight was for this.
“Jeremy, I’ll go over there first.” After speaking, Landon left with Dominic, leaving Jeremy alone with Re
At this moment, Jeremy’s face was darker than the bottom of a pot.
“Mr. Walsh, there’s a dance later. Would you mind-” Renee fluttered her eyelashes, attempting to invite Jeremy.
Before she could finish her sentence, a chilling gaze from Jeremy penetrated the depth of her being. Terrified, her tongue twisted into knots. She didn’t dare to express any more of her thoughts.
“Ms. Renee, you should know I’m your cousin’s ex-husband.” Jeremy’s profile was like a sharp blade, possessing a striking and awe-inspiring beauty.
He finally took the initiative to talk to her, but it was about Alyssa.
“Yes, I know,” Renee replied weakly.
“So, I think you should be mindful of your image. When Alyssa is around, it would be best if you refrain from appearing before me.”
However, Renee seemed to be under a spell. She misunderstood the meaning of his words. Blushing, she asked hesitantly, “Does that mean… when she isn’t around, I can-“
“I believe in other instances, the likelihood of our paths crossing is slim. That’s why I didn’t bother mentioning it. Don’t read too much into it,” Jeremy coolly remarked, lifting his champagne and draining it in one go.
Jeremy’s words left Renee feeling humiliated, as if she had been entirely dismissed.
Over the years, she had been quite successful in the realm of love, with countless men pursuing her relentlessly. This was the first time she had taken the initiative to pursue a man by lowering herself.
However, she didn’t mind. Jeremy was entirely worth it.
By becoming his woman, she believed she and her father could proudly hold their heads high before
Winston and no longer be overshadowed.
Jeremy continued to drink heavily, one glass after another. Anyone could tell that he was in a bad mood.
Renee sat beside him, keeping him company as he drank while she studied him.
A subtle smirk played at the corners of her eyes.
A covert scheme played out just as Dominic ordered drinks from the waiter.
“Drink. Keep drinking. If you drink enough, Alyssa will fade away, and all you’ll see is me,” Renee thought.
After Alyssa and Julien exited the garden in the rear, they did not hurry to return.
It wasn’t because Alyssa couldn’t bear to part with Jeremy. Since she was already there, she of checking in on her “old friend”, Sophia.
Julien was starting to get a bit impatient.
“Hey, what are you looking for?”
“I’m looking for someone.”
“Who?”
“It’s none of your business.” Alyssa was not interested in wasting time on him and focused on finding her arch-enemy.
“Why are you being so secretive?” Julien pouted.
“By the way, since Jeremy won’t let me treat him, does that mean I can go back?”
“No,” Alyssa answered.
“Why not? I still have things to do over there. I don’t have time to waste with you guys here.”
“I’ll go see Grandpa tomorrow and get him to convince Jeremy. Even if Jeremy doesn’t listen to me, he’ll definitely listen to Grandpa.”
Alyssa was determined to resolve this matter. Once she had made up her mind, no one could stop or dissuade her.
“You’re throwing yourself at him. I just don’t get it.”
Just as Julien was about to complain, Alyssa suddenly gestured for him to be quiet.
Two figures emerged from the lounge. They were Sophia’s assistant and a maid. Alyssa hurriedly hid behind the pillar with Julien and peeked at them.
The maid grumbled in a hushed voice, “What’s wrong with Madam Sophia? She’s been acting weird lately.”
“Right? She was fine when she arrived. But she suddenly felt cold and asked for a jacket. When I handed it to her, she scolded me for giving her a thick jacket because she felt hot,” the assistant said, looking grumpy.
“That’s not all. She’s been alternating between feeling cold and hot, and her appetite has increased!” the maid added.
She then checked her surroundings before cautiously whispering, “Once, I found her in the kitchen by the fridge past midnight, shoving cake in her face!”
“That’s impossible! She doesn’t take desserts to maintain her figure.”
“God knows? She kept stuffing her mouth with cake. I was so terrified to see that.”
Alyssa and Julien overheard the conversation and frowned at the same time.
The maid inched closer to the assistant and lowered her voice, “Say, is Madam Sophia having an affair?”
The assistant, looking petrified, poked the maid and warned, “Hold your tongue if you want to be safe. We are childhood friends, so it’s fine to tell me, but you can’t let anyone else know about it! Got it?”
“Fine. Is she having an affair, though?” the maid pressed on, undeterred.
“I don’t know the details, but I do know she often goes to the plastic surgery clinic for touch-ups. She’s been close to the young doctor, but you can’t claim she’s having an affair from that.”
The two women disappeared after walking through a door.
Alyssa, who overheard the conversation, fell into deep thought. Julien rubbed his chin in frustration and said, “Hmm… Sounds weird.”
“You think so too?”
