บททั้งหมดของ In love with my husband’s boss: บทที่ 31 - บทที่ 40

MELISSA’s POV I stared at the ceiling for a few seconds in the darkness. I had forgotten everything for a moment. But in a split second. It all came rushing back to my mind. The divorce, the court hearing, the judge’s verdict. It came fast. I brushed them back and prepared for work. It would be my first time in the office since the court hearing. Nicholas had given me Friday off since there wasn't much to do. I hadn't seen him, too, and I wondered if everything was going to be the same. He did act a little off when he called the day after. I took a deep breath and stared at the mirror, reminding myself that Nicholas was just my boss and I shouldn't be expecting any form of friendliness or friendly gesture. I walked into the office with a certain kind of pride, which I wasn't sure I had earlier that morning. But it was all washed off when I realized whispers were following me at the office. I was curious to know what they were talking about but I also wanted to act like I di

MELISSA’s POV My walk was short, probably less than an hour, but it was very helpful. I walked back into the building feeling better than I did, when I left. When the elevator doors opened, I noticed the office seemed busier than it had been. I walked over to my desk only to find Nicholas bent over. “Why’s he like that” I whispered to myself and walked slowly towards him. “Hey” that was the only thing I said but I guess I startled him enough to make him jump. “Can I help you” “Melissa” he breathed “why did you sneak up on me like that?” I stood there amused, almost suppressing my laughter. Why was he crouched on my desk like that? He must have noticed and he quickly stood upright, adjusting his position. “Where have you been?” “I went for a walk and I need some fresh air. And I was bored anyway” “You’re sure?” he asked, pretending to study me. “Yes, I am” “Alright, we just finished a meeting. Stacy might bring the minutes of the meeting to you anytime from now, d

MELISSA’S POV I was really grateful that Nicholas had offered to drive me home. I would be lying if I said I wasn't exhausted at that point. I could tell his mother was exhausted too and it was nice of him to offer to stay with Elle. Tonight, for the first time, I watched Nicholas, not as a CEO or as a man with a cold reputation, but as a family man, a man who cared about his family more than his own sanity. I couldn't help but think back to Steve. Would Steve ever have been like that? If we ever had a child, what would Steve be like? I shook the thoughts away from my head when Nicholas’s mother moved closer to me and held my hand. I gave her a warm smile, confused about what she would do or say. “You are a pretty young lady” she whispered to me and I couldn't help but blush at her statement. “Thank you” “Has anyone claimed such beauty as theirs?” It took a minute to comprehend her statement. She was asking if I was single. “I'm not single ma’am” Yet. A small frown played

MELISSA'S POV The rain hadn't stopped since dawn, turning the city into a blur of gray and silver streaks against the office windows. I had gotten to work exhausted, with my hair damp when the receptionist handed me a plain brown envelope. "No return address," she said I frowned, turning it over in my hands. No company logo, no handwriting. Just a neat white label with my name printed in block letters. My stomach tightened. An anonymous mail rarely carried good news. I twirled it within my fingers as I entered the elevator. I was eager to open it. I slipped into my desk and peeped in for Nicholas. He wasn't in his office yet. I knew he was at work because I saw his car outside. He was probably attending to something. I took this as my cue and made a beeline for the bathroom so I could have more privacy. Thankfully, the bathroom was empty, but I still locked myself in one of the stalls just in case. I examined the envelope. It was heavier than expected, so it wasn't just regular

MELISSA’S POVThe morning light filtered through the courthouse windows. I sat beside Attorney James with my fingers intertwined in my lap.Steve was already there, immaculately dressed as always. His lawyer whispered something to him and he chuckled under his breath. I looked away quickly so he would miss me gazing.Across the aisle, the judge entered and the courtroom fell to a hush."Court is now in session" the bailiff announced. Mr James rose first, "Your honor, my client seeks dissolution of this marriage on the grounds of emotional neglect, coercion, and prolonged infidelity. We have submitted documentation supporting these claims and will present any evidence that comes to light at the court's discretion"I could see from the corner of my eye that Steve and his lawyer exchanged weird glances. His lawyer quickly stood, smirking, "With all due respect, Your honor, this case has been prolonged unnecessarily. Mr Ross has cooperated fully, and there has been no evidence presented