Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
“W-Wife?”
“Yes, it is Ms. Alyssa.”
Maggie’s eyes glistened with excitement as she thought about meeting her dream couple. She followed
Xavier to the black car.
Then, Xavier noticed the white cartoon bag Maggie was carrying. It looked like a rabbit and a bear. It was cute.
“Adorable.”
“Oh? T-Thank you.”
Xavier was startled. “I’m talking about your bag. It’s adorable.”
Maggie felt she was ahead of herself, and her face reddened. “T-Thank you then, Uncle.”
Xavier was in disbelief at how Maggie addressed him. Did he look that old?
Xavier’s eyes darkened as he pouted.
The black car quietly left into the night.
Suddenly, a dubious figure emerged from the corner of the old vicinity. He gazed in the direction he had just departed and pulled out his phone.
“What did you say? Alyssa and Jeremy took Maggie away?”
In the bedroom, Josh held his unwilling wife, Clarissa, on the bed. He aggressively ripped her nightgown, ready to start his weekly “routine”.
After Jameson assumed his position and gained his father’s favor, his stress levels soared. Now, as long as he had the energy, he would force Clarissa into fulfilling his lustful desires. He did all he could to get his wife to bear children as soon as possible to continue the family’s legacy.
His father cherished children greatly and yearned for a growing family. Josh held the position of the elder child in his generation. If his own child became the first grandchild of the generation, it would further solidify his standing in the family, providing him with a point of competition against Jameson.
However, as he was about to enter, the emergency call caused him to lose his arousal.
“Are you sure? Double Trouble took the girl away?”
Josh got out of the bed naked. He furiously picked his trousers up from the floor and wore them. He panicked as if he was caught cheating.
“The people we sent to spy on them said that Jeremy’s secretary, Xavier, came to escort Maggie. It couldn’t possibly be anyone else but them.”
His secretary sounded anxious. “Plus, the spy said Maggie didn’t look like she was forced to leave with them. She left with them willingly. M-Mr. Josh, could the girl have changed her mind and decided to bear witness in court?”
“How am I supposed to know? Do you think I know what is running through her mind?”
Josh’s face contorted into an angry scowl, a stark contrast to the friendly demeanor he usually projected. Clarissa trembled in fear.
“T-Then, what are we supposed to do? Please instruct us, Mr. Josh.”
Josh tightened his belt. His eyes were devilish. “It doesn’t matter if Maggie changed her mind willingly.
She is a nuisance and needs to be removed!”
Clarissa’s eyes widened in terror when she heard it. She tightened the grip of her hands on the blanket.
The secretary clarified the instruction, “Are you saying to get rid of her?”
“She is now with Double Trouble, so let’s not stir the hornet’s nest. It will be difficult to make our move if they become suspicious.”
Josh walked to the window and lowered his voice. “Let’s wait until the girl gets back. Then, find a good time to get it done. The faster, the better.”
“Got it!”
“Also, don’t use our people.”
Josh’s lips curled into a sinister smile. “Whoever is responsible for this business should settle this.”
After the call, he had lost his lustful desire. He wore his clothes and headed out hastily.
“J-Josh…” Clarissa called for him fearfully.
“What?” Josh was annoyed and barely looked at her.
They were married for political reasons and had a weak foundation in their relationship. Plus, after so many years of marriage, Clarissa had not bore any children for him. The Sparks family had no power, so he never respected his wife in any way.
Clarissa’s inexplicable emotions were tugging her as she said, “Josh, I-I think let’s just forget about it.”
Josh stared at her with a frown. “Forget about it? What are you talking about?”
“Let the girl go. She is very pitiful.”
Before Clarissa could finish, Josh glared at her with his reddened eyes. He lifted his arm and slapped her hard across the face.
“What did I tell you before? Never intrude or ask about my personal affairs! Are you challenging me right now? How dare you pity that filthy little brat? Everything I do, I do for my family!” Josh roared.
Clarissa’s ears buzzed as her vision swam from being hit.
She quickly changed her tune, saying shakily, “No, I’m not pitying her. I’m just worried about you. It won’t bode well to be responsible for someone’s death. If the police manage to trace it back to you, it would affect your reputation even if they didn’t have direct evidence.
“If that happens, I’m worried Jameson would take advantage and try to sway your position in the company. Plus, you don’t need to have someone’s blood on your hands just because you’re on good terms with David.”
Josh calmed down slightly upon hearing this. He sneered. “Do you really think I wouldn’t have set a way out for myself? What a stupid concern. I’m only helping David to get on Dad’s good side. Can’t you see this very obvious relationship between David and me?
“And who says I’ll be having Maggie’s blood on my hands? I’m clean as a whistle. The police will never trace things back to me even if they tried.”
Josh clasped Clarissa’s chin and stared at her in a threatening way. “We’re husband and wife, Clarissa, so we’re on the same boat here. I’m sure you’d keep this a secret for your retired politician of a father and your brother, right?”
Clarissa nodded tearfully.
For safety’s sake, Alyssa and Jeremy brought Maggie back to their place in Solana City.
The large, elegant villa and quiet courtyard with its calm lake shocked the young woman to her core.
Maggie had thought rich folk would live lavish, extravagant lives.
She never imagined they’d live in such a comforting, inviting place. The setting only served to show how wide a disparity there was between them and Maggie.
“Don’t be shy, Maggie. Make yourself at home.” Alyssa came over with a platter of fruit, not letting
Rosie help out.
Maggie sat stiffly on the couch, not daring to touch a single thing or move. It was as if she’d been bound by a strong rope.
“Do you want any juice? Coffee? Tea? I can get you some,” Jeremy said gently with a calm expression.
Maggie glanced at Alyssa, then at Jeremy, before bursting into tears. The tears streamed down her cheeks, falling on her tightly clasped hands in her lap.
“Don’t cry, Ms. M-Maggie.” Panicked, Xavier quickly gave Maggie several tissues.
Maggie was bent over, sobbing as if her life depended on it. Xavier felt pained. It had been so long since he’d seen anyone weep so badly.
Though Maggie was crying, her demeanor was still really adorable.
“Lyse, did I… Did I scare her?” Jeremy froze to the spot, worriedly turning to Alyssa.
“Of course you did. You always look like you’re going to eat people alive,” Alyssa couldn’t help but tease.
Jeremy looked at Xavier with a furrowed brow. His gaze was one of seeking confirmation, asking whether his expression was that fierce.
Xavier nodded silently. “Yes, sir. Your facial expression is enough self-defense as it is.”
Alyssa went over to Maggie’s side and wiped her tears and snot away. She was gentle with Maggie as if she were her own baby sister.
“Cry it out, Maggie. You’ll feel better afterward.”
Alyssa didn’t question why Maggie was crying nor pressured her.