Chapter 131
Whitney bobbed her head, her voice a soft murmur. Without ine, I’ll be your right–hand woman.”
“Right–hand woman…
dwik looked down with a quirked eyebrow and for some reason, his thoughts took an
unexpected turn.
Maybe it was the way she snuggled into his embrace, so docile and sweet. After a day of struggle and
strife, he led her to the bathroom. With a twist of the tap, a veil of steamy water cascaded down. He
rested his hands on her delicate shoulders and coaxed her in a calm, husky voice, “Alright then,
Madam, why don’t you contribute
When Whitney emerged, she was utterly bewildered.
He had tricked her again!
Biting her lip in a mix of shame and exhaustion, she let herself be cradled in his arms, too shy to meet
his gaze. As sleep imed her before she could finish their conversation, she sumbed to the
fatigue.
Waking up the next day. Whitney’s hand searched the bed for L’s presence, only to find he was not
there. ncing at the time, she realized she had overslept.
Rushing through her morning routine, she hurried downstairs.
There he was, L, impably dressed in a suit, seated at the dining table with an untouched coffee cup.
Taryn had neatly organized his briefcase.
Was he waiting for her?
As Ludwik’s gaze lifted, capturing the sight of the drowsy, flushed young woman, she approached in a
soft sweater dress, her belly slightly rounded.
His lips curled into a thin smirk, summoning Felix with a serious call.
Felix entered with a smile, extending two items to Whitney. “Madam, these are from the boss.”
One was a vice president namete from United Realty Corporation!
And the other, a ck card.
“Madam, Boss upgraded the embossed ck card he gave you before. This one gives you ess to
all his assets, meaning you can spend until he’s bankrupt,” Felix said, his lips curling mischievously.
Whitney’s jaw nearly hit the floor.
She pointed at the ‘Vice President‘ namete, her heart skipping a beat. “This is?”
“You said you wanted to be my right–handst night? Here’s your chance,” Ludwik said, stepping
toward her, his handsome features entuated by the silver mask, his voice rich and arrogantly
smooth.
Surprised, Whitney looked into his deep eyes, wondering if he had misunderstood.
Awkwardly waving her hands, she rified, “L, when I said those thingsst night, I didn’t mean to join
yourpany. I just wanted to say that you shouldn’t mourn ine’s loss; I can be capable, too, a
woman who can genuinely help you.”
Her stubbornness was evident in her eyes, and Ludwik noticed it.
He cleared his throat, leaning close to whisper, “Mmm, I saw your capabilitiesst night.”
Last night? In the bathroom? Whitney’s face flushed as she caught on, ring at him for his asional
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His arm reached out, yfully tugging at fier earlobe, then resting on her shoulder, pulling her close. He
returned to a serious tone, saying. Inviting you into thepany is a sign of my sincerity Didn’t you
When he decided to spoil a woman, he was unreservedly generous
Whitney’s heart swelled with sweetness, yet she shook her head, “I really have no designs on your
His eyes darkened with intent. This was precisely his point.
He was all in for her, so why not elevate her to the public eye? The more perilous, the safer.
Granting her a status would make those people think twice before crossing her.
A man’s deep thoughts are not alwaysprehended by a woman. He pinched her chin, saying,
“Think it over.
If you really want to help me, then join. And let me see for myself how you handle business:
His voice, lofty and teasing, clearly did not take her business acumen seriously.
Whitney pouted, her hand already in his as they entered the car.
Skye Gem was located in the eastern part of downtown. Felix parked the car and let her out.
Whitney turned to bid him farewell, but he left her with the same words, “Think about it. I’ll be at United
Realty Corporation this morning and can introduce you.”
His lips curled in a suggestive smile.
A husband bringing his wife into hispany, offering her a position…
Whitney blushed, gathering her brows. “I’ll be going now.”
But no sooner had she stepped into Skye Gem than her phone rang.
It was an unfamiliar number. She answered to hear ine’s voice, “Thanks to you, Whitney. I’m
headed to the branch office today. Let’s meet. There are a few things I want to say to you.”
Whitney declined. “No need.”
“Don’t you want to know about Bro?” ine’s voice wasced with coldughter.
Whitney frowned, hesitated, and then agreed.
In the café, ine sat under the warm glow of the cornermp. The eyes that watched Whitney
approach were as cold and sharp as hidden des, filled with loathing.
For the first time, Whitney saw ine drop her pretense.
Unafraid and indifferent, Whitney sat gracefully.
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ine, seething with hatred for Whitney’s victorious demeanor, hissed. “I can’t believe how shameless
you are, clinging to Bro despite being branded a homewrecker. It’s me you’re after, isn’t it?”
“Yes,” Whitney did not shy away, her gaze icy, “You were the one who egged Ashton on to confront me
about the fiancée issue. Ashton did not realize he was being used, and perhaps L didn’t either, but I
did. You were convinced I’d crumble and leave, and even if I did, you wouldn’t let me off easy. So why
not im this man for myself?”
To protect herself, her child, and Valerie.
ine clenched her fists, suddenly sneering. “Don’t get toofortable; your victory won’tst long.
And don’t be smug. Whitney, I’ll tell you, Bro’s heart belongs to another.”
Whitney paused, disbelief chilling her spine.
ine leaned in, her smile carrying ominous undertones, “His savior, someone he’s kept hidden deep
within his
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heart in his eyes, yours just a physical need, nothing mora
Besides you and he you won’tst. ine mused, recalling her mother’s words, her smile cryptic and
chilling
That smile that statement, it made Whitney’s brow furrow
What did she mean?
Did ine know something?
Whitney could not believe her ears but quickly gathered her thoughts, determined not to let herself be
swayed Ify petty provocations. “You’re leaving, and you’re trying to smoke me out with yourst–ditch
shenanigans? Sorry to burst your bubble, but L dotes on me. He’s handed me the Vice President
position at United Realty Corporation”
She pulled out the ‘Vice President‘ namete andid it on the table for ine to see.
ine’s gaze faltered, visibly thrown off. She had not expected Ludwik to bring Whitney into the fold!
This wretch!
Her fists clenched in a cool fury, masking the blow to her pride. She abruptly stood up and sneered at
Whitney. “You think just because you’ve wiggled your way into hispany, you’ve got him all to
yourself? Think again, Whitney. You won’tst a day at United Realty Corporation. We’ll just see about
that.”
Grabbing her purse and ne ticket, ine stormed out.
Whitney’s frown deepened as she watched her retreat.
ine’s words seemedden with meaning, perhaps let slip in a moment of anger.
Looking at the namete, Whitney suddenly grasped it tightly in her hand. She knew United Realty
Corporation was likely still riddled with ine’s influence.
She never wanted to meddle with L’s business, not wanting him to think she had ulterior motives.
But now, it seemed clear that if she did not step in and cut ine’s influence off at the roots, leveraging
herwork, ine would soon find her way back into United Realty Corporation.
ine was resourceful; there was no doubt about that!
To safeguard her rtionship, Whitney felt she had no choice but to make a proactive strike at United
Realty Corporation.
With a heavy sigh, she pinned the namete to her chest and hailed a cab, heading straight to the
towering United Realty Corporation building.