Lahat ng Kabanata ng THE CEO'S HIRED WIFE : Kabanata 181 - Kabanata 190

The charity gala's large ballroom sparkled beneath the chandeliers, with the sound of discussion and the gentle clinking of glasses filling the air. Jace was a center of attention for the affluent as he glided through the gathering with elegance thanks to his fitted suit and composed manner. Beautiful in a rich blue dress, Avalynn remained at his side, her eyes vigilant under a mask of composure.Even though it seemed like they were having a civil chat, Jace's eyes were constantly sweeping the room. His brow slightly furrowed, a sign of the anxiety beneath his calm demeanor, his shoulders were tense. Sensing his uneasiness, Avalynn would periodically look around, her rehearsed grin concealing her own nervousness.Elena entered stealthily, her disguise nearly perfect. Her simple attire made a striking contrast to the lavishness all around her. With icy accuracy, she scanned the space, focusing her gaze on Jace and Avalynn. She moved with purpose, slicing through the crowd with a pr

Amelia's hand was holding a cushion hard against her chest, her eyes fixed on the television. A news anchor emerged, projecting a solemn and serious tone.Breaking: Elena Williams, a once rising star in the business sector, is accused of a number of offenses, including slander and sabotage. At the moment, she is being held without bond.Amelia's heart raced as she gasped. "That's Elena, mom." The woman who works for Jace, you know.Her mother's eyebrows lifted in astonishment."Oh my," says Amelia. Her mom let out a cry. "That woman is who..." Her face going pale, she trailed off."Yes, mother." Amelia answered, her heart racing. "I'm not sure what Avalynn or Jace would do. Mother, I'm not secure either. If they discover Elena's whereabouts and apprehend her, they may discover we collaborate as well. Mommy...I. "Cooperatively?." With some confusion, her mother inquired. Frustrated, Amelia raked her hands over my dark hair. "Mum, do you recall the day I hurried out recently?" Her m

Avalynn woke up from her sleep as the gentle light of the morning sun streamed through the curtains. With a gentle flicker, her eyes opened, revealing Jace standing near the balcony with his back to her.She didn't even need to see his face to feel the intensity of his feelings at that very instant.She was almost able to sense the turmoil rising within him.Avalynn sat up and slink out of bed, taking care not to wake him. Gently, she moved across the floor until she was standing next to Jace on the balcony.Avalynn lightly touched Jace's shoulder with her hand. "You were unable to fall asleep?" she inquired in a soothing, low voice.Jace stared out into space, not responding right away. At last, he uttered words, their tone rough and laden with sentiment. "Not really, no. Grandfather is on my mind a lot. in addition to what he said.When Avalynn heard about Charles, her heart tightened. "He is a knowledgeable man. She paused, "He sees more than most people realize. You are aware of

The flickering television screen was the only source of faintly lit illumination in the room.The news story had just finished, and there was a great silence following it. Amelia, staring wide with wonder, sat on the sofa's edge. She grabbed for the remote, turning off the TV, and her fingers shook.The silence felt oppressive, the space suddenly too small, too silent. "Mom!" Amelia's voice was a whisper at first, then louder. "Mom!" Her words boomed through the house, urgency tinged with a mounting terror. She arose, her legs wobbly, as she made her way toward the stairs. The words of the news anchor kept returning in her mind- *Elena Williams discovered dead, under mysterious circumstances.* Amelia’s heart pounded in her chest, a pounding of panic and perplexity. She grasped the banister, her knuckles white, as she yelled out again, "Mom!" Her voice broke, showing the despair she felt. A second later, her mother came at the top of the steps, her face a mask of serenity."What

The hospital room glowed with the soft light of early evening, casting a warm glow over Charles Malvis’s pale, lined face. Silently, Jace and Avalynn walked in, the spotless floor muffled their footfall. As they got closer, Charles's eyes opened, and he smiled a little, the creases around his mouth softening with relief.Avalynn gently placed the bouquet of flowers on the bedside table and remarked, "Look who's here." The blossoms' vibrant colors gave the room a pop of color as they contrasted with the white sheets.Charles glanced at his granddaughter, and his eyes became softer. He croaked, his voice a shadow of its previous strength, "Good to see you, dear." Jace carefully placed the chocolate box next to the flowers so as not to disturb the fragile arrangement. He sat down next to Charles's bed and extended his hand to shake the elderly man's."Grandfather, how are you feeling today?" With a steady voice and eyes that betrayed his concern, Jace asked.Charles's fingers curved