Chapter 127


    Chapter 127 Intoxicated Surrender


    Icarus was puzzled. “What’s the matter?”


    Just as Chloe was about to shake off Joseph’s hand, he swiftly released it, leaving her feeling


    perplexed.


    “It’s nothing. I should get going” Joseph casually straightened his tie, acting as if nothing had urred.


    His cool, phoenix-like eyes shifted toward Icarus. “Lucas, why don’t you chat with Mr. Icarus?”


    have a


    Lucas’ reluctance was clearly visible on his face. His mind was focused on Mr. Joseph, while Mr.


    Joseph only had eyes for Ms. Chloe. Well, it was just a mistake, after all.


    Deep inside, Icarus remained silent, unable to find the right words.


    ‘There’s really no need. Please just leave quickly.’


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    As soon as Chloe and Joseph departed, the cafe’s waiter returned with the flowers.


    Lucas stared at the blossoms, his gaze frozen. He cautiously inquired, “Mr. Icarus, were you nning


    to confess to Ms. Chloe?”


    Icarus faintly smiled, neither confirming nor denying it, keeping his response ambiguous.


    Chloe stepped into the elevator with the intention of going back to her department, but Joseph joined


    her and swiftly canceled her button press, selecting the highest floor instead.


    “What are you doing?”


    “What’s your rtionship with Icarus?”


    “We’re just friends.”


    “Friends?” Joseph sneered. “Do you think I’m blind?”


    “That old man had a clear look of mischief in his eyes!”


    Chloe could not fathom why Joseph was angry again. Despite carefully considering various


    possibilities, she was unable to pinpoint the exact reason. Nheless, she was determined not to


    initiate an argument.


    Arguments only strained rtionships and squandered emotions.


    With a gentle tone, she gazed at Joseph with clear, calm eyes and asked, “Have I done something to


    upset you?”


    As their gazes locked, Joseph, typically articte, found himself at a loss for words in the face of her


    uncertainty. He struggled to find a fitting response, and his frustration transformed


    into irritability.


    In a moment of impulsiveness, he eximed, “You’re legally my wife. It isn’t appropriate for you to meet


    privately with other men.”


    ‘Here we go again.’ The corners of Chloe’s mouth twitched, and she could not help but let out


    a scoff.


    “But we were in a public ce-right here in thepany building. If our rtionship is as you suspect,


    wouldn’t it be better for us to go to a cafe further away from here or a hotel?”


    The word “hotel” seemed to strike a nerve. mes of anger instantly ignited in Joseph’s heart. “Is it


    appropriate for a woman like you to constantly bring up such indecent topics?”


    Chloe pouted in protest, unconvinced. “It’s not me. You always misunderstand me. When will you learn


    from Icarus? He has a great temperament and never loses his temper with others.”


    Ding


    As the elevator doors opened, Joseph’s fury consumed his rationality. He forcefully grabbed hold of


    Chloe and marched toward the office, paying no heed to her struggles. The delicate and fair skin of her


    wrists bore red marks from his grip.


    With a resounding m, Joseph shut the door behind them. In the next instant, he harshly gripped her


    chin, forcing her to meet his gaze. His voice took on a deep and mysterious tone.


    “Do you find Icarus’s personality appealing?”


    Chloe met his gaze defiantly, refusing to yield. “Yes, I do. And it’s not just me. Everyone likes him. Why


    would anyone like someone with a temper as horrible as yours-”


    But before she could finish her sentence, Joseph abruptly covered her mouth with his, leaving Chloe


    wide-eyed and staring at the man standing inches away from her. At that moment, she forgot to resist,


    finding herself frozen in ce. 1


    Seizing the opportunity, Joseph used his tongue to pry open her lips and passionately his tongue with


    hers. Last time, Chloe had taken the initiative, and this time was an entirely different experience.


    The unfamiliar sensation enveloped them, causing them to surrender willingly.


    Chloe’s hands pressed against Joseph’s chest, but involuntarily, they softened. Her entire body craved


    his embrace, devoid of any strength to resist. It was as if she were intoxicated, mentally aware but


    physically weak.


    To their surprise, the sound of the door opening went unnoticed, lost in the depths of their embrace.


    Thud!


    Lucas fumbled and dropped the box of pastries he was holding, creating a loud noise that


    Chapter 127 Intoxicated Surrender


    broke the moment.


    “S-Sorry for the interruption!” he stammered, covering his eyes and trembling with fear.


    ‘It’s over! I’ve ruined Mr. Joseph’s private moment!’


    Chloe snapped back to reality, pushing Joseph away in disbelief. Her face flushed crimson, her body


    engulfed in heat, and she felt a deep sense of embarrassment washing over her.


    In contrast, Joseph remained remarkablyposed. He raised a finger to his lips, tracing them


    meaningfully, his gaze and actions exuding an enchanting allure.


    For the first time ever, he did not get angry at Lucas. His gaze shifted to the fallen pastries on the floor


    as he spoke in a maic and hoarse voice, “Get us some more.”


    “Right away, sir. I’ll go right now.” Lucas secretly breathed a sigh of relief and hurriedly made his exit as


    if being pursued by a relentless hound.


    The spacious office was once again engulfed in silence. It unsettled Chloe greatly, prompting her to


    grab her bag with the intention of making a swift escape.


    “Where do you think you’re going?” Joseph’s long arm extended, halting her in her tracks, his raised


    eyebrow expressing a mix of curiosity and authority.