Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
Justin was merely greeting Alyssa, yet Jeremy’s chest suddenly tightened, and he felt an inexplicable sense of unease.
Supporting Newton, Alyssa felt a scalding heat on the back of her hand.
Alyssa glanced down. Jeremy had secretly slipped his hand into hers, his fingers lacing with hers as they both supported Newton.
Their fingers were tightly pressed together, causing her to feel numb.
Alyssa cast a surprised glance at Jeremy. But Jeremy’s gaze remained fixed ahead; his expression appeared serene, yet the tense set of his jaw hinted at the emotions he was holding back.
“Justin, why didn’t you tell me and your dad in advance that you’re coming back? We could have prepared something to welcome you. This is too abrupt.” Newton smiled kindly.
“We’re all family, Grandpa. There’s no need for any preparation. Or do you see me as an outsider because I’ve been away for so long?” Justin’s smile deepened gradually.
Newton’s expression stiffened slightly. “What are you talking about? Both you and Jeremy are my grandsons. I cherish you both.”
Justin quipped, “I’m just joking, Grandpa. I know you care about me.”
At this moment, the door of a luxurious MPV opened, and a graceful figure stepped out.
“Mr. Justin, the parking lot is chilly. You shouldn’t stay out here for too long.” With her words, Sheryl bent down and gently placed a blanket over Justin’s knees.
Javier looked at the unfamiliar woman. “Who is this?”
“This is Sheryl Gillis, my personal assistant. She’s the one diligently taking care of me in Mosgravia. As you can see, I’m basically useless.” Justin’s fist pressed lightly against his pale lips as he coughed.
“Justin, you’re my cherished son. How can you call yourself useless? Don’t belittle yourself. Your body has improved a lot compared to before. You’ll definitely get better with treatment.” Javier showed rare patience.
He then looked at Sheryl with gratitude. “Thank you for taking care of Justin, Ms. Gillis.”
“You’re too kind, Mr. Javier. Taking care of Mr. Justin is my duty.” Sheryl smiled sweetly.
As Jeremy gazed at her beautiful face, his expression darkened.
Even from six feet away, his keen senses could detect the faint scent of orchids emanating from her.
Noticing his gaze, Sheryl smiled gently.
Alyssa caught that and couldn’t help but bite her lip, feeling a pang of jealousy.
“Dad, can I go see Lauren?” Justin’s brow furrowed, showing concern. “I’m also her brother. I’m really worried about her.”
Sheryl sighed at his words. “Ever since Ms. Lauren’s accident, Mr. Justin hasn’t been sleeping well. He wanted to return earlier, but he thought all of you might be extremely busy, and he was worried about causing any inconvenience by coming over. That’s why he decided to return only today.”
“You don’t need to mention that, Sheryl,” Justin reproached.
“You’re really thoughtful, Justin.” Javier was deeply moved. “You’ve come at the right time. Lauren just woke up. She’ll be very happy to see you.”
As the Walsh’s returned to the VIP ward area, the usually proud Javier personally pushed Justin’s wheelchair.
The eldest son was valued in most of the prestigious families. If it weren’t for the kidnapping case that had ruined Justin’s healthy body, Jeremy¡ªthe illegitimate child¡ªwouldn’t have been able to rise to such prominence and enter the core within just a few years.
Just as Alyssa was about to follow them into the ward, Jeremy suddenly grabbed her wrist and pulled her into the dimly lit emergency exit without a word.
The door slammed shut, and his deep eyes surged with emotions. He pressed her against the wall before kissing her passionately.
Alyssa’s shoulders were sandwiched between his hand and the wall, so she didn’t feel any pain from his aggressive approach. Their lips intertwined, and she felt herself surrendering to the sweet spell of the moment.
They finally parted after a long while, strands of glistening saliva lingering between their moistened lips.
“What’s wrong? Why are you suddenly so… aggressive?” Alyssa gasped as Jeremy continued to press against her body.
“Don’t smile at him, Lyse.” Jeremy’s intense affection and possessiveness were about to erupt from his chest, his eyes moist and deep. “Even if he’s my brother.”
Alyssa looked into Jeremy’s eyes, which were ablaze with desire. She pressed her moistened lips together.
Suddenly, she remembered Sheryl’s considerably charming face and the smile she had deliberately shown Jeremy. Inexplicably, she felt uncomfortable.
She wasn’t trying to make a fuss about it. As the daughter of the Taylor family and the president of KS Group, she didn’t want to be like those jealous women who couldn’t live without men.
But this time, she couldn’t control it. She felt a little annoyed.
“Justin is your brother, and he has greeted me politely. If you don’t want me to smile at him, then do I cry instead?” Alyssa turned her face away to avoid Jeremy’s intense gaze. Her nose was tinged with a faint blush.
Jeremy’s gaze dimmed. Pinching her chin, he slowly turned her head to face him, forcing her to meet his gaze. “I’m afraid, Lyse.”
Alyssa blinked her moistened eyes.
“You’re too pretty when you smile. I’m afraid he’ll be captivated.” His voice was hoarse. When he said that, his lips lingered near the corner of her mouth.
“I’m just naturally perfect. My charm radiates autonomously all the time. What can I do?” Alyssa murmured with a hint of annoyance. “But even with all my charm, I can’t compare to Ms. Gillis.”
Jeremy frowned. “What do you mean?”
“I thought you were only interested in me. It turns out… you just haven’t found someone who fits your taste.” Alyssa pouted, her jealousy evident.
Though Jeremy was a low-EQ man, he realized her jealousy at this moment. He couldn’t help but laugh, feeling ecstatic inside. “Lyse, are you jealous?”
“I’m not. I can’t control your eyes anyway. You can look at whoever you¡ª”
Once again, Jeremy claimed Alyssa’s lips, this time with even more fervor and passion than before, leaving her body weak and her mind adrift.
With their bodies pressed tightly together, she felt the change in his crotch. She shyly pushed against his chest but was unable to resist.
Although Jeremy had a hard-on, he wasn’t a randy male dog on the prowl. He restrained himself, even though it was tough.
He caressed her smooth nape and said softly, “I was wrong. If that happens again, I’ll gouge my eyes out for you.”
You want it to happen again? You jerk!” Alyssa’s eyes widened as she pounded her fist on his shoulder.
“But Lyse, you misunderstood.” Hugging her, he lowered his head to look at her face. “I looked at Sheryl because I had some doubts.”
“What do you mean?”
“When I visited Mosgravia previously to see Justin, she was the one who welcomed me. She has a particularly pleasant scent on her body, similar to the scent of orchids, which I vaguely remember Jameson having.”
Frowning, Jeremy continued in a low voice, “So I used buying perfume for you as an excuse to ask her what scent it was. She said it was a custom blend that’s hard to find on the market.
“Today, when I saw her, I smelled that scent again, so I couldn’t help but observe her a bit more. I’m sorry for upsetting you. It’s all my fault.”
Alyssa wrapped her hands around his neck, focusing on his gaze. “Jameson does always smell nice, but I haven’t noticed the scent of orchids you mentioned.”
Alyssa asked, “Do you think that there’s some connection between Jameson and Sheryl?”
“My sense of smell won’t go wrong, but relying solely on this is not convincing enough. Maybe it’s just a coincidence.” Jeremy was rational.
But he always believed that Justin was aloof, so how could he associate with someone like Jameson?
After a moment of contemplation, Alyssa said coldly, “I wonder how long Justin will stay in Solana City this time. If he’s going back after visiting Lauren, then it’s fine. But if he stays longer, you need to have someone monitor his movements at all times.
“If Sheryl does have a connection with Jameson, Justin must know him as well. He’ll surely contact Jameson if he prolongs his stay in Solana City. But I really hope they’re not acquainted. You really look up to him, after all.”
“I’m glad you see Justin that way, Lyse.” Jeremy breathed a sigh of relief, but his arms tightened around her waist even more. “I’m not afraid of anything. I’m only afraid of losing you.”
Alyssa pursed her lips and poked his chest. “Mr. Walsh, can you stop thinking about romance all the time? We’re under siege here.”
She was afraid he’d lose everything he had built. Unfortunately, Jeremy only had the mind of a love- struck teenager.
Lauren had just woken up, so she was still weak. After gathering her strength to share a moment with Landon, she drifted off into a deep sleep.
While she slept, Justin visited her and earnestly inquired about her current condition. Even in his short visit, he showed his deep affection for his younger sister, embodying the care of an elder brother.
That day was a joyous day for Javier, who had been in distress for days; his daughter had woken up, and his eldest son had returned from abroad. Consequently, he immediately had Rory prepare a sumptuous dinner at Seaview Manor to welcome Justin back.
Justin went back to Seaview Manor with Newton and Javier first, while Jeremy sent Alyssa, who hadn’t had a good rest for several days, back to the villa before hurrying back to Seaview Manor.
As soon as he entered, he saw Barry and the helpers bustling about, moving things around. The coffee table was piled high with large and small gift boxes.
