Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
“Oh, silly. It’s just a last name. How much importance could it possibly hold?”
Mandy smiled warmly as she held his hand tightly in hers. “Home is where your heart is.”
Julien couldn’t bring himself to reply. Tears were already flowing down his cheeks silently.
“I’m sorry, Julien. I have said all those mean things to you before. I’ve even pressured you like that. I’m really sorry.” Mandy was filled with regret. She felt extremely sorry.
“That’s all in the past, Aunt Mandy.”
Julien smiled widely, “Let bygones be bygones. I only want to fix my eyes on the future now.”
It was dark before they knew it.
The public opinion was going wild out there. However, it was peaceful and quiet in the hospital.
After a long day, Winston had fallen asleep. His family members were by his side, creating a warm familial atmosphere. They hadn’t been affected by the consecutive blows dealt to them.
In the middle of the night, Jonah invited Alyssa and Jeremy to the back garden for a chat.
“Axel has found out the identity of the person who exposed my relationship with Julien. The money used to bribe the reporter who exposed us had come from an overseas bank account under Josh’s name.” Jonah’s eyes were filled with rage. He clenched his hands into fists by his side.
Under normal circumstances, this was information that only the authorities would be able to find. Axel was an excellent hacker cum secret agent. It was only a matter of time before he found out.
“I knew that it would’ve been that bastard!”
Alyssa was so mad that her eyes were bulging. “I’m sure that this was Josh’s way of taking revenge on what happened with the land for the resort at Tsulu.
“Jonah, you were the one who sold the land to him. After that, things didn’t go well. As a result, he also lost his position as the president. Of course he would be waiting for an opportunity to take his revenge on you!”
Jeremy thought about it for a moment. He started to feel doubtful. “The evidence is pointing at Josh, and he also has enough motive to commit a crime.
“But what sort of a person is Jonah? He is completely capable of hiding Julien in his love… capable of protecting him well.”
That was close. He had almost blurted the term “love nest”!
“I’ve had years of experience dealing with Josh in the business world. Based on my understanding of him, he can be quite cunning. However, he doesn’t seem like the sort of person who is shrewd and sharp enough to find out about Jonah and Julien’s relationship.”
Jeremy’s gaze was frigid. “I believe Jonah had been cautious enough. Even so, he still ended up getting caught on camera. This can only mean that the person was already watching them in secret from early on.
“Perhaps, they weren’t the only ones being watched. All the Taylors could already be in the mastermind’s purview. This has been such a crucial period with Winston being ill. This is the only explanation for how timely the expose of their relationship was.
“On one hand, they could make Jonah’s position at KS Group falter. On the other hand, they could provoke Winston, worsening his condition.
“This is such a cruel scheme to kill two birds with one stone. I don’t think that Josh would’ve been able to think of something like this even if he had an extra brain.”
Jonah and Alyssa stared straight at Jeremy. Then, they exclaimed simultaneously, “Are you suggesting that Jameson is behind this?”
Jameson’s name had now become synonymous with all manner of nefarious deeds.
In a helpless tone, Jeremy said, “I’m sorry. Maybe I am the one who’s being too sensitive about this person. No matter what happens with the Schmidts, I am always able to think of how it can be related to him.”
“There’s nothing wrong with what you were thinking, Jeremy.”
Alyssa had a soft look in her eyes. She linked arms with him to give him her support. “Didn’t I say so the last time? Jamiper is the cause of everything bad that happens.
“Moreover, I think that your analysis makes a lot of sense. The three Schmidt siblings are boneheads.
The three of them combined would still not be more scheming than Jamiper. Otherwise, they wouldn’t have met such terrible ends.”
Jeremy took note of how pink Alyssa’s cheeks were. He smiled at her lovingly.
“Jeremy’s analysis isn’t unreasonable.” Jonah had a glum look in his eyes.
He continued, “Actually, I have been investigating his background in secret. His businesses in Kontina are extremely dirty. But that’s still not the main point. The main point is that he has sufficient power and wealth to manipulate elections. With this kind of capability, he could very well go against the tycoons.
“Furthermore, he used to be a son whom the Schmidts had abandoned. He was not grounded with them, so he and his sickly mother had to depend on one another.
“So someone is definitely pulling the strings for him. That somebody supported him every step of the way until where he is now. He even helped him return to Solana City to seize power.
“Not only that, he is essentially playing dumb at the Schmidt Group. Whenever the obstacles ahead of him collapse, he shows his true colors.”
Alyssa furrowed her brows and nodded. “That’s right. Jameson has far more power than Josh, the president. He has always been feigning ignorance.”
“Right now, his one and only obstacle is Josh.”
Jeremy’s eyes lit up brightly. “Then, in actual fact, it is highly probable that Jameson was the one who obtained those photos.”
Jonah pursed his lips. He tried to hold back the anger that was surging within him.
“After he got his hands on the photographs, he didn’t want to taint his own hands. So, he tried using Josh to reveal the photos instead. In this way, he wouldn’t be implicated if anyone looked into it. He could then just watch from the sidelines.”
Jeremy scoffed. Through gritted teeth, he said, “What a way to get someone else to do his dirty work. Such viciousness is typical of him.”
“He has already removed Josh from his position and made him lose Victor’s trust. Josh has already been chased out of the Schmidt Group’s headquarters.”
Alyssa leaned on Jeremy. She looked into his eyes and asked, “Couldn’t he have just gotten anyone to make the expose? Why did he have to give this opportunity to Josh?
“If I were Josh, I would see this as a chance to compete with my rival. I would definitely use that as a bargaining chip to negotiate with Victor. What good could come out of this for Jamiper? Wouldn’t he be causing trouble for himself by bringing the dead back to life?”
Jeremy smiled. In a soft voice, he answered, “You’re too nice, Lyse. Perhaps it’s because you and your siblings love each other. Your family is a harmonious one too. So, you have been too sheltered. I’m saying that as a good thing.”
Jonah raised his brows. He felt tickled.
Jeremy was indeed blinded by love. Jonah couldn’t believe that he had just described Alyssa as someone nice.
Maybe it was true. After all, Alyssa was like an angel when she was being kind. However, whenever she wanted to be savage, she would be no different than a wicked witch.
Jeremy should take his time to find out.
“However, you should have heard of the saying that it’s a dog-eat-dog world, even in families. Business rivalry and familial strife are like invisible blades. Cut-throat brotherly feuds are commonplace.”
The expression on Jeremy’s face was icy. “How could Jameson be satisfied with just removing Josh from his position? What he wants is to eliminate Josh in such a way that he would never have the chance to rise again.”
“So… You’re saying that the incident with Jonah and Jul is just bait?”
Alyssa’s mind was racing. Everything became clear to her after Jeremy’s explanation.
Her eyes turned red. “He already knew that we would be able to link that incident with Josh. He thinks that we will definitely not let him go. So, he wants to make use of us to get rid of Josh. In this way, we would be helping to get rid of this last thorn in his side?”
Jeremy nodded slightly. “You’re a smart one, Lyse.”
“Damn it! That son of bitch!”
Alyssa was furious. She bent down to pick up a stone and hurled it at a tree trunk. “Does he think that he’s God? Does he think that everyone is within his control and that he can manipulate anyone as he wishes?
“Great. That’s just great. I shall show him what it’s like to be caught in the crossfire! I will make him burn in hell!”
Upon hearing that, Jeremy and Jonah broke into a smile. The tension in the air eased up a little.
“Lyse, you and Jeremy have to get to the bottom of the expose of Dad’s sickness. You have to avenge Dad.”
Jonah went silent for a few moments. A dark look flashed across his face. “But about Julien and I, let’s just leave it as it is.
“It’s no longer important whether I get my revenge or not. Neither do I care about power or reputation nor what others think about our relationship.”
Alyssa held her breath. “Jonah, what do you mean by that?”
“Look at the condition of Dad’s health right now. He is unable to continue managing KS Group. On top of that, this sort of public controversy happened to me. It is no longer appropriate for me to continue as president.”
Jeremy’s chest tightened. “You didn’t commit any crimes nor harmed anyone. Why do you say that it’s no longer appropriate?”
“My presence will become a hazard to the corporation.”
Jonah’s eyes were vacant, betraying no hint of emotion. “As long as I remain in this position, the public will be reminded of those photographs whenever they see me in the future. They will not think of anything else. They will only be reminded of the fact that KS Group’s president is a homosexual.
“I don’t mind putting my image aside and becoming a laughingstock. However, I cannot do that to KS Group.”