บททั้งหมดของ The Billionaire's contract : บทที่ 21 - บทที่ 30

The excitement in the office was palpable; my team and I had been working tirelessly on the visibility campaign and to celebrate our progress, we planned a team outing. As I gathered my things, I spotted Ethan waiting for me by the door, with a playful smile on his face. He then came to give me a tight hug while patting my hair. “Where are you off to?” He asked with a slight grin on his face.“We're heading out for a team celebration, you know? Just a little fun to unwind after the hard work"“Without me? Can I come too?”I hesitated for a while. I just don't want to be seen as the CEO's wife. I want to have a personality of my own and I can't do that if Ethan is always around me. I want to be able to relate with my team mates as not just Ethan's wife but also as a colleague. “Love.. I really think it is best if I go with the team alone. There will be tension in the air with you by my side”Ethan frowned, clearly not pleased with my response “Love..,I

I couldn't help the sharpness in my voice as I glared at him with both confusion and jealousy. Ethan's expression shifted, the warmth in his eyes replaced by a look of concern “Avery, I'll explain everything once we get home. I promise,” Ethan said as if trying to calm me down “No,! I want to know now!” I insisted,feeling the anger bubbling inside me “You were letting her flirt with you” “Avery, it wasn't like that. Sarah is just someone from the past. It is not what you think.” “Then what is it?” I shot back “You didn't mention her when you talked about your exes. If she's an old fling, why is she here now? And why does she feel comfortable flirting with you?” Ethan signed, running a hand through his hair in frustration “It's professional Avery, she owns a model company and I never knew she was the one Jenkins contacted” “Love.., I only got to find out now. Didn't expect her to act that way and I didn't encourage anything.” “But you did not shut it down either. You smile

Ethan drove off the familiar path to my dad's house. I couldn't shake off the anticipation that comes with visiting dad.“Avery! Ethan! Come in, come in” dad called, stepping aside to let us in. I entered and inhaled the familiar scent I grew up in. The house was decorated awaiting our arrival. The living room was cozy, adorned with family photos and flowery decorations that gave me a welcoming feeling. Ethan and I settled into the couch of my once humble abode with my dad sitting next to us.“So, what have you too been up to?” dad asked, with a serious glint in his eyes. Ethan jumped in immediately recounting the just concluded campaign and the visibility it had brought to the company. “You know, Mr. Pierce, the Eclipse Enterprise was only known by the rich in the past. But the campaign brought the company to the visibility of both the poor and the middle class.” I watched my dad's face lit up as Ethan spoke. Just like me and Catherine, my dad and Ethan had suddenly developed a

Ethan closed the door behind us and I caught him inhaling deeply, “Love, your room smells just like you and I love it.” He said with a playful smile spreading across his lips. I was in deep thought about what I and Ma Jane discussed earlier. “Hey..,” he said, waving his hand across my face, which snapped me back to reality. “Huh..?” I said, raising an eyebrow. “Are you okay?” I could see concern etched in his face. “Yeah.. am fine” “I'd just get dad's extra clothes for you to change into” I said, and left the room. I came and met Ethan coming out of the bathroom. His thick dark hair was wet and water dripped down to his broad shoulders and chiselled abs. “He's such a sexy man,” I said to myself. I rushed and handed him a towel to dry up and immediately made my way to the bathroom. I turned on the shower and let the water cascade all over my body to clear the lingering thought in my mind. The bathroom door was pushed open by Ethan, interrupting my moment of solace. “

I settled into the couch beside Ethan with a steaming tea in my hands. Ethan glanced over, sensing an uneasy feeling over me since we got back.“What's got you all walked up?” He asked“Love,I need your help with something” I said, thoughtfully.“Anything for you my love” he said, staring deeply into my eyes in his usual playful manner. “Am serious love” “Okay, okay am all ears”“It's about Ma Jane and dad,” I began “I think they have feelings for each other, but neither of them is brave enough to admit it. I want to help them get together.”“And what makes you think that?” Ethan cut in.“I found Ma Jane's diary. I know they'd be perfect together. They just need a little push” I said, excitedlyEthan nodded, absorbing my words.“So what do you have in mind? How do you plan on bringing them together?”I leaned back with a smile spreading across my face and ideas began to flow.“I was thinking we could host a small dinner, inviting dad over. Just the four of us_ us, m