《Please Be Gentle With Me Mr Grant》 Chapter 1 Night of Surprise Chapter 1 Night of Surprise Deep at night, in a certain presidential suite. nca Roach was sprawled on a soft bed, her head spinning. She didnt think the alcohol was this strong. Ill ask you one more time. Where did you get this jade pendant? The man stood at the bedside, looking down at her from on high. ncas eyes opened slightly, looking at the man before her. She didnt know if it was the alcohol talking, but he was just too handsome. With chiseled features, a deep gaze, and a cool face like it wanted for nothing, this was the most handsome man shed ever seen in her life. Since she was about to die, nca felt that it was worth living for twenty years now that she could experience this sort of pleasure before her death. She stood up, hugged the mans waist, and smiled faintly at him. You want to know how I got that pendant? Then youll have to please me first The mans face showed clear impatience as he pushed her off, frowning. nca, though, grabbed him by his necktie and pulled forcefully, and both of them copsed onto the bed. She circled her arms passionately around his neck and brought her mouth onto the mans slightly cold lips. Discontent with fate, she shyly but passionately kissed the man before her It was the hottest night in their life ever... ***** Waking up the next morning, her body ached so bad, and her head was pounding. Sitting up and looking around, she saw single-use slippers and arge double bed. It was a hotel all right. She took off her covers and looked over herself. Completely naked nca covered her face and sighed. She was one lucky gal indeed. Half a month ago, shed been diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, and only had a month to live. Shede all the way to Oakshire in search of her birth parents, whom shed never met. She just wanted to see them again before she died, but shed searched for several days and turned up with nothing. Her mood had been rottenst night, and shed gone in that bar to drink her sorrows away, but some perverted guy had tried to get her drunk. Shed found the man too ugly, then stumbled into the arms of a certain cier-like man, whod then brought her to the hotel As for what happened afterwards, nca didnt remember. So as far as what the man looked like, what it felt like, and if they really did it, she didnt know. Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. nca sighed, depressed, then looked at her purse. How could she have forgotten! She always carried a miniature camera with her in the purse, both to record her journey in seeking her parents, and to prevent any idents in this period. There was of course a risk in seeking her rtives alone, and she was always cautious, leaving a back route for herself in all things. The camera was connected to her phone app. If she opened it, shed know what the man looked like But nca shook her head and let it rest. Not now. If he was some greasy bastard, shed just feel worse nca walked into the bathroom, nning on showering and then leaving. She stood before the bathroom mirror, looking at herself in the mirror. Then her eyes widened. The pendant on her neck was gone! She panicked, rushed back into the bedroom, and searched up and down the bedside. Nothing. ncas nerves were thoroughly rattled. The pendant was the only thing her birth parents had left her; she couldnt lose it! At that moment, the phone rang. It was a text. I have the pendant. If you want it,e to the Empire Group Building. Chapter 2 It’s Not Easy Being a CEO’s Rumored Lover Chapter 2 Its Not Easy Being a CEOs Rumored Lover nca left the hotel in a wrathful flurry, took a taxi, and spat, The Empire Group Building, hurry up! She looked like she was about to get into a firefight. The taxi driver stepped on it and sped nca there. She paid in a hurry, and then walked into the brightly lit lobby of the Empire Group. Taking out her phone, she was about to send a text back when a handsome fellow in a suit came up in front of her. Hello. Are you Miss Roach? nca nodded. With a man this polite, she couldnt throw a tantrum. She just asked coldly, Wheres my ne? The man smiled at her, his tones polite and respectful. Youve misunderstood, Miss Roach. Mr. Grant is the one looking for you. Im just his assistant Curtis Irwin. You can call me Curtis from now on. Please follow me. From now on? nca only wanted her pendant back. She wasnt expecting any from now on. Curtis the assistant brought nca to the foot of the elevator, and they took it to the eighth floor, outside the chairmans office. He knocked, and a low, charged male voice rang out from inside. Come in. Curtis opened the door for nca, and politely motioned for her to go in. He stayed outside himself. The doors to the office finally closed, and nca stood inside the spacious office, looking at the man behind the desk. He was in a deep blue, hand-tailored suit, a vest of the same color, a clean white shirt, and striped tie. This guy had money and status, and he could easily have bought any jewelry he wanted. What was with him targeting her for a little jade pendant? The man looked up with a hawkish gaze at nca, snapping the document in his hands shut. She looked back at the ice-carved man before her, with a high nose, clear and chilly eyes. Quite cool. So she did that with this manst night, then Fine, nca admitted that she was somewhat satisfied that he wasnt just some greasy ugly rando. Then more details aboutst night came rushing into her head, and her face started burning. She wanted to find a hold in the ground, crawl into it and die. Where did you get this pendant? The man held the ne in his hands, getting straight to the point. Why would I tell you? Why would you even ask? I just want to know how you got something this precious. Did you steal it? The man looked derisively at her. That struck a nerve with nca. The one thing she hated most was someone called her a thief! Dont insult me. Ive had that ne my whole life. With that, she took two steps forward, about to snatch it back from him. The man gripped the pendant tight in his hand. Before I confirm that you didnt steal it, I cant give it to you. You son of a ncas face went red with anger, but she settled herself soon enough. I have recorded everything that happenedst night. Youd better give it to me quick, or Ill send the video out. Someone with your status wouldnt want that sort of scandal going around, right? All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. The man chuckled. So she could negotiate. He took a bundle of business cards from his table and tossed it before her. These are the contact information for all sorts of major tabloid news websites. If you really have something you want to expose, youd best do it now. nca narrowed her eyes. He wasnt intimidated? Seems like he did not believe she would have anything on her, and even if she did, she wouldnt have the guts to expose it. Then he was dead wrong. nca chuckled, took out the phone, and tapped on the video of them in the hotel. Chapter 3 In Trouble Now Chapter 3 In Trouble Now nca looked hastily over the contents of the video. After going in, shed slung her purse over a chair that just so happened to face the bed, and the camera in her purse captured the footage of the two of them lying down together. She was too embarrassed to look at what happened afterwards and didnt want to leak photos of herself naked. So she cut off a section, attached them to an email, and listed almost half a dozen addresses at once before raising the phone before the man. Return the pendant, and Ill delete it, or else, Ill send it out now. The man looked at her with some interest. She carried a camera with her everywhere? Was she like those other women who wanted to threaten him with a scandal, then marry themselves into the Grant family? The man considered it for a while, then shrugged carelessly. Its up to you. No matter what her goals were, he wasnt intimidated by this sort of low-ss scandal. The contemptuous look thoroughly provoked nca. She was about to die anyway, and she had nothing to be afraid of. If they were going to punch down like this, then she could punch up just fine! She tapped send, and it went through. Then she shot a look at the man. Hed already gone ahead and started dealing with his work! Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. He really wasnt worried? Or were the addresses fake? While she was dubious, Matthew raised his head. If you have nothing else going on, feel free to wait here. Well see whoes out worse after this sort of videoes out. nca sat down on the leather sofa in the office. She wasnt nning on leaving without her pendant anyway. The news set off ripples like a boulder thrown into a river. In just five minutes, the news of Matthew Grant, head of the Empire Group, having spent the night with a mysterious woman spread like wildfire. She took out her phone and looked at the news feeling a little dizzy. She could see that this Matthew had status, but not this much status. The head of the Empire Group, the young master of the Grant family, one of the four great families, the most mysterious man of Oakshire,parable to royalty, had had a scandalous lover for the first time. Curtis came inside the office and asked Matthew how they were going to deal with it. Matthew didnt even lift his head. No need to bother. The assistant left, and a few minutester, ncas phone started getting bombarded. All sorts of threats and insulting calls followed. In just several minutes, Matthews suitors had already doxed ncapletely and sent her death threats. If she didnt leave Matthew Grant, ording to some of them, she could very well just up and drop dead! Going back to Matthew again, he was looking at her with a casual expression, as if it had nothing to do with him At that moment, nca realized, she fucked up. Forget her birth parents, right now, shed be lucky to leave Oakshire alive. But looking at how calm Matthew was, and how he was just letting her send it, she knew he had the capability to suppress the news. Helpless, nca could only drop it for now. She walked before the desk and said sullenly, I dont need the pendant now. Please retract the news. Matthew smiled faintly. Even if I retracted the news, the people whore threatening you are still going to go after you, and your reputation is ruined. She really had stepped in it of her own volition this time. nca regretted it so much she felt like her guts were going to rot. With the news outlets at hand, the more polite ones called her a rumored girlfriend, and the ones that cut to the chase were just up and calling her a drunken hookup. And her photo had been erged and showed on screen. How was she supposed to go meet her parents now?! You have to have a way to settle this. Speak. What do you want from me to do it? Matthew set down his pen and stared at her. Lets make a deal. Do what I say, and I will help you with your reputation and guarantee your safety from now on. nca grit her teeth. This guy really did have other ideas. Lets hear it then. What deal? Chapter 4 Wife-For-Hire, One Million Chapter 4 Wife-For-Hire, One Million You see how many suitors I have. Its really troubled me, so I could use a wife to ward them off. If you agree, Ill return the pendant. Hows that? nca didnt think much of it. Just being rumored to be with her was enough, but now marriage? Wouldnt she just get time bombs delivered to her door? The key part was, as the head of the Empire Group, he could have taken any woman he liked, so why her? There had to be something else going on. nca didnt feel like Matthew had given a solid reason. Why does it have to be me? Matthew smiled faintly. The way you dont fear death is suitable for being a meat shield, and you dont have any family background, which saved us a lot of trouble. Are you satisfied with that answer? nca didnt feel like the first half of that statement was praising her, but thatst half did make sense. For someone like Matthew, even love and marriage was aplicated of interests and profit. Maybe it really was like how hed put it, and that marrying a girl who had absolutely zero background would actually bring him the least trouble. As for nca, there was also a huge benefit to marrying him She stood up straight and looked at him. I can give you my life and be your wife, but in addition to the Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. pendant, I also want one thing more. Name it. Matthew looked at her, intrigued. I want some money. Shed given up on treatment ande to Oakshire to look for her parents precisely because it was expensive and she didnt have the money for it. She just wanted to see her birth parents before she died. Now that she had an opportunity to marry into a rich family, the first thing to do, of course, was to use his money for her treatment and extend her life as much as possible so she could buy more time to search for her parents. nca was afraid that he wouldnt agree, and added, Dont worry, I wont ask for much. One million will do. Its just pocket change to you, andpared to the value I bring you, its more than a fair deal! She spoke like she was an expert salesman, but shed forgotten that she was selling herself. Matthew didnt even think about it and said right away. Its more than fair all right. Deal. With that, he cut a check for one million and ced it before her along with the pendant. When can we go get our marriage certificate? ncas eyes gleamed. She didnt think a one-night-stand could have had such a reward, and that she could have gotten money for her treatment this easily! Its fine whenever! Ive got my identification on me! When shede to Oakshire, shed been prepared to never go back, so she was carrying all her documentation on her. Then lets do it now. With the certification done, Ill hold a press conference and go public with our rtionship, and you can step up officially to shield me from suitors. No problem! nca put the pendant happily around her neck, ced it into her clothes, felt for it, and then put the check into her wallet. But then, as she got into Matthews limo and thought about how she was going to marry him, it didnt feel real. Shed married herself off just like that? The man was handsome and rich, but it wasnt the marriage she had in mind. She wanted to marry someone she loved. But considering that she probably wouldnt live out half the year, forget romance. Having family was lucky enough. They reached civil services, and then ncas phone rang. It was her doctor. Wait for me. I need to take this. She left Matthew, then walked to the side to listen to what the doctor had to say. Five minutester, she hung up, her heart fluttering. She felt like her life was a roller-coaster. This was way too much excitement. She wanted tough and cry all at once. The doctor had told her, very guiltily, that her brain cancer had been a misdiagnosis. The hospital was very sorry if it had troubled her. Are you done? Matthews voice rang out from behind. nca turned around slowly and smiled at him. Im done, Im done. Go in and wait for me. Im thirsty, and Im just going to go buy a bottle of water. Matthew red at her impatiently. Hurry up, then. He turned and walked into civil services, while nca grew conflicted. With her pendant back, she didnt have to worry about Matthew threatening her that way, so she was left with one choice C flee. Chapter 5 Trashy Ex Chapter 5 Trashy Ex The marriage wasnt going through no matter what now. She wasnt going to treat her life so casually. As for the scandal, there was really no need to worry. When she returned to the little town she was from, nobody would have guessed that she was the one whod had rtions with Matthew Grant the chairman of the Empire Group. And she couldnt take the money either. It wasnt that she was such an upstanding person, but that the moment Matthew found shed run away, he could notify the banks and nullify the check, which would then be as good as wastepaper in ncas hands. nca lowered her head and was jogging away when she stumbled into a man in hermotion. Oh, sorry she said, trying to go around him. nca?! You really are in Oakshire! the man spoke in surprise. Lifting her head, nca saw two sickening faces. Her ex-boyfriend Todd Small and her former best friend Kylie Farley. nca had liked Todd once, but after half a year, she found out that he had been cheating on her with her supposed best friend Kylie, going at it right behind her back and treating her like an idiot for the thrills. It had been a year since then, but seeing those two asshats still made nca feel ill. Kylie put on an expression of feigned pity and said simperingly, I saw the news, nca. You were the girl who had the one-night-stand and seduced the young master of the Grant family, right? Tsk tsk, why go so far? Even if I and Todd had hurt you, you cant debase yourself like that Are you done with the bullshit? If you are, please be a good bitch and move aside, nca snarled. Kylies face changed, and she scoffed. Well see whos the bitch going forward. Im getting married with Todd today, so I wont argue with you. N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. She ced special emphasis on the word married, trying to jab nca. Just when nca was gritting her teeth and about to start p her on her face, arge pair of hands grabbed her clenched fists. Immediately afterwards, Matthews deep but gentle voice rang out. Ive been waiting for you in there for a while. With that, he shot a look in the direction of civil services. Looking at the tall man before her, nca was embarrassed to the roots of her hair. He must have seen how shed been mocked back there. The key was, she was fleeing the marriage, so was she supposed to run now or not? Todd and Kylie were simrly shocked. This really was Matthew Grant of the Empire Group?! And nca really was getting married into such a noble family? Whats with that? Kylie howled internally. And looking at Matthew and ncas interlocked fingers, Todd felt a surge of jealousy. Hed looked down on nca and left her in the beginning, but now that she was getting married to the head of the Empire Group, he felt like he was getting proven a fool. Is the documentation ready? Matthew smiled and said. nca could see that he was trying to bail her out, so she took his arm intimately and pouted, Of course its ready. Youve reminded me a bunch of times already. Matthew stroked ncas hair and ced a hand on her shoulder as they headed inside civil services. Passing Todd and Kylie, nca showed them the generous smile of a victor. She knew she couldnt run now. She was getting married if only to spite these two! The process in civil services went well, and the two walked out the door. nca was in a daze. She looked at the man beside her. It still felt unreal. Was she going to be living with him from now on? Chapter 6 Table Manners Chapter 6 Table Manners Todd and Kylie had gotten married too, but when they were leaving civil services, the supposedly happy couple had started arguing. N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Kylie snapped, Youre jealous seeing her get married to someone else, arent you? Dont make things up, Todd huffed. Kylie was half right. The part he couldnt bear was that the man nca was marrying was a hundred times more capable than he was. Kylie pushed on. Ever since you saw her, youve been unfocused and off. You still have feeling for her, dont you! Todd avoided her eyes and took her hand, keeping his voice pleasant. If I still felt anything for her, why would I marry you? Dont overthink it and stress the baby out. Kylie knew that every time Todd lied to her, he avoided her eyes. And ever since Todd broke up with nca and started officially going out with Kylie, shed felt that Todd regretted it, even calling ncas name in his sleep. If it hadnt been for the fact that Kylie was with child, Todd might have just gone back and tried to get back together with nca. Considering that, Kylie was furious. What was so good about that nca and Todd just could not forget about her, and now she even got a man like Matthew Grant smitten with her! Kylie couldnt take that lying down and decided to retaliate. She wasnt going to let that woman off easy. It was already eleven or so in the morning, and nca rubbed her growling stomach, turning to the cier of a man that was young master Grant. Before the press conference, could I have something to eat? Itd be embarrassing for you if I just faint in the conference. Matthew looked her up and down and said coldly. Dont be so mouthy on the press conference. nca winced, then nodded. Hunger makes me mouth off. Ill say less when Im full. Matthew shook his head impatiently, but still turned around and headed for a restaurant. Hed been nning on taking her to a private workshop to try on clothes for the press conference in the afternoon, and then they could go out to lunch, but she was messing up his ns. It was a restaurant with three Michelin Stars, and the most expensive, luxurious restaurant nca had ever been in her life. nca flipped through the menu and prodded Matthew twice if she really could just order anything. Matthew nodded and gave her permission and only then did she loosen up. Knowing that shed been misdiagnosed, she felt like shed received a new lease on life. Now that shed taught a certain trash couple a lesson back there, her appetite was great, and she almost wanted to order some takeout and go directly back home. As Matthew and the waiters looked on in shock, nca ate a meal for three all by her lonesome. Compared to Matthew the elegant gentleman, her table manners were a sight to see. You look thin. I didnt think youd have an appetite like this. Matthew set down his knife and fork, dapping at the corner of his mouth with a napkin. nca could hear that he was mocking her, but she didnt mind. She licked the grease off her lips and waved a chicken wing in her hands. I grew up starving and ate every meal as myst. A high and mighty young master like you wouldnt get it. Matthews face sank slightly, and nca smiled, changing the subject. Having treated me to this much, dont worry. When the press conferencees, I wont say a word, and Ill be a good wife. That had better be the case. Matthew red at her. nca made an OK gesture, then started gnawing at the chicken wing like a hyena. Looking at the messy way she was eating, Matthews cold lips slowly curved up into a slight smile. Even when she grew up, eating was a test of etiquette for him from his father. He couldnt enjoy food at all, and it had be habit. Hed never had any particr requests with his food. If he could finish it elegantly and fill his belly, it was good. Now that nca was eating so happily, his originally low appetite perked up. For the first time, he felt like a meal could also be something enjoyable. Chapter 7 A Sharp-Tongued Wife Chapter 7 A Sharp-Tongued Wife The press conference was set for two in the afternoon, in a meeting room at the Empire Group Building. Having been treated to a good meal by Matthew, nca stayed nice and obedient. A makeup artist did a light bit of makeup on her, while a stylist fitted her with a tuxedo. She stood before the mirror and looked at the elegantdy in the mirror, a little happy, but also a little troubled, and most of all, she wasnt used to it. Was this still her? Did she have to keep on with the acting from now on? Thinking about that, she tugged ufortably at the tight straps of the dress. Matthew went into the makeup studio, their gazes meeting in the mirror. Seeing the pale, tall girl there, Matthews gaze deepened. nca rubbed her neck, a little embarrassed. Is it strange? I havent worn a lot of dresses. Matthew stared for a while, then said coolly, Itll do. She actually looked pretty, with defined features, and a slender but well-proportioned body. The most lethal part was, when her calm eyes were still, they seemed to stamp all luxuries and worldly affairs beneath her feet. That sort of elegance that came with birth was nobler than Matthew had seen in any woman. It was hard to imagine some girl with such a humble background carrying this sort of aura. He recalled her jade pendant. If it really was hers, then her identity wasnt that of a regr jane. Considering that, Matthew frowned. Im not used to wearing high heels. Can you help me up in a bit? This is too tall! And its hard on my feet nca walked up in front of Matthew, feeling like she was on stilts as sheined. He shot a look at her shoes and said mildly, If you promise not to trip today, Ill take you to that restaurant tomorrow. ncas pain seemed to disappear, and she pped her chest. No problem! Matthew and nca went hand in hand into the conference room, where the reporters were already waiting with their cameras rolling. Apanied by shes and the snap-snap-snaps of shutters, nca grew nervous, and Matthew took her hand, showing her a rare, gentle smile. ncas heart thumped. This guy had a pretty tempting smile. No wonder so many women liked him. She wasnt as nervous now and murmured, You look pretty kind when you smile. You should do that more often. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Matthew red at her, still wearing the smile while murder rolled off his eyes. nca didnt have the nerve to tease him after that. Afterwards, Matthew announced the marriage in brief and requested the major media outlets to retract the photo of him together with his wife, or they would be sued for libel. nca just needed to smile all throughout the process and nod. It was a bit boring, but it was also a new experience being the center of attention. She felt like shed be a movie star. The press conference drew to the part where it was time for questions. A female reporter turned to nca and asked, If you were engaged with Mr. Grant at the time, Mrs. Grant, why would you spend the night at a hotel instead? Matthew frowned and was about to answer for nca when she dipped her head shyly, looked at Matthew, and blushed, Its pretty exciting going to new environments sometimes. Heartyughter rang out across the conference room. The shy but honest way this new wife of Matthews behaved was pretty charming. Matthew smiled faintly. He was pleased with that answer too. Then another reporter posed a difficult question. Did you only get married for this scandal? Why were there no traces of your good news otherwise? Matthew took that question. My girlfriend liked to keep things low-profile and I didnt want people to pay too much attention to my public life, so wed kept it secret. Now that someone with some other intentions took the video and put nca through all sorts of scandalous jibes, we thought to get married right away and go public with the rtionship. To tell the truth, even without this incident, nca and I would have gotten married this year anyway. With that, he smiled gently at nca. Cold sweat beaded on ncas back. She knew full well that that someone with some other intentions was herself. But she could still heave a sigh of relief that Matthew wasnt asking after her camera. Mrs. Grant, your elegance is impressive, what college did you graduate from, if I may ask? A male reporters voice rang out. ncas face turned pale, and she clenched her knuckles. Chapter 8 Past Exposed Chapter 8 Past Exposed Matthew looked at her and noticed her clenched fingers, and the nervous sweat on her brow. Hed already investigated her, and knew that she hadnt gone to college at all. She didnt even have a proper job. He could bail her out this time, but he also wanted to see if she could handle it on her own. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Compared with a question like that, after all, marrying into his family was definitely a greater challenge. And more importantly, that was the only way she could protect the identity the jade pendant would one day give her. There was a full house waiting for ncas answer. She dipped her head, bit her lower lip, and said honestly, I didnt go to college. I was sickly as a child, and my studies were intermittent throughout my youth, and I didnt go to school. My granny wrote up study materials for me herself and taught me knowledge. nca knew the most basic rule of lying, which was to first admit something, and then make things up halfway. It would always be more convincing than outright lies. As for what shed just said, it was true she hadnt gone to college, it wasnt true that she had been sickly, it was true that her studies were intermittent, and it wasnt true that her granny had wrote up study materials for her. Seems you had been taken good care of, Mrs. Grant. What kind of work do you do? the reporter asked on. nca lifted her gaze and smiled humbly. I draw art. The reporters eximed in admiration and doled out praise along with other questions about what she drew and if they could look at her great works. Matthew looked at nca, smiling and murmuring, I wont bail you out for baseless boasts. nca red at him. I really do draw. Only, she drew on other peoples houses. Sometimes she drew crosses, sometimes she drew stars, other times she drew ticks. Crosses meant they werent marks. Stars meant that they were great targets to steal from. As for ticks, those meant theyd already entered before. Matthew narrowed his eyes, worried that she really couldnt hold it in. He looked at Curtis and signaled that he could announce end of the questioning session. Just as they rose to leave, a shrill female voice rang out from the corner. Miss nca Roach, is it true that you went into prison for theft once? nca raised her head sharply. The person whod asked that was Kylie. No wonder shed felt like there was a familiar face in the crowd. Kylie had blended her way in. The reporters churned into a feeding frenzy like sharks smelling blood. All of them piled on nca, demanding if she really had a criminal record for stealing. nca stood there, feeling cold, rooted to the spot and endless shbulbs lit up her beautiful but pale face. She wanted to flip the table and hurl it at the cold-hearted reporters. Curtis asked Kylie loudly in return, Can you show you press pass, madam? Well sue you for libel! Kylie didnt have a press pass, of course, and as for the threat of awsuit, the reporters were all dying for a scoop, and the threat fell t. All they cared about was if the wife of the head of the Empire Group had a criminal record for theft C if the young mistress of the Grant family had been a juvenile delinquent! Seeing that she couldnt bear it, Matthew took ncas hand and was about to leave. nca, though, wrenched free of his grip, looked calmly at him, and swept an imperious and contemptuous gaze towards the reporters who wanted to eat her alive. Chapter 9 Going All Out for Her Past Chapter 9 Going All Out for Her Past When I was fourteen, there was an incident at home, and my granny was sick. We didnt have the money to cure her, so I went and stole from a rich merchant and saved my grandmother. I really had done wrong, and I have paid heavily for it, but I never regret it. If I had to make the same choice, Id still go to steal from that merchant to save my grandmother. Thats all I can say. With that, she left the room with her head held high. The reporters were all moved by her honesty and candor. This was a real-life ugly duckling story. The mysterious wife of the head of the Empire Group might not have been through higher education, but she had surpassing talent and exceptional willpower, pursuing art ceaselessly, already an artist at so young an age. Her talent notwithstanding, she was also such a brave and sweet girl, willing to face up to her spotted past, both responsible and confident, a noble soul indeed. To the media who wanted to get in the Empire Groups good books, there was enough material for them to write up a full rainbow of praise. Meanwhile, Matthews bodyguards had taken the opportunity to escort Kylie out of the room, in case she had any more stunning revtions. Going back to the lounge, nca kicked her feet out of the painful restrictions of the high heels, then red at Matthew. I do have a criminal record. So when would you divorce me? With that, she took out the million-dor check and tore it to shreds before him. Now you dont want the money? Yes. I was misdiagnosed before, I thought I had cancer and I didnt have the money for the treatment, which is why I asked for it from you. Im healthy now, so I dont need your money. It was true that shed been poor and she stole. But she had her dignity, and she didnt want to get treated as just some greedy scullion. So you did steal the pendant? ncaughed out loud. Now she could say shed experienced the arrogance and prejudice of the upper ss. So what if I did, so what if I didnt? Her eyes were red as she spat, Since youre already convinced that Im a thief, does it make a difference what I say? Matthew walked up in front of her and looked her in the eyes. If you really stole it, Ill take it and return it to its original owner. If you really didnt steal it, Ill thoroughly investigate why you have my teachers most valuable possession. But whether you stole the pendant or not, youre my legal wife at the moment, and that wont change for now. Hearing return to the original owner and my teachers most valuable possession, ncas eyes widened right away. I swear on my life that I didnt steal the pendant. The how did you get it? nca bit her lip frantically. Tell me where your teacher is first. Can I meet him, or her? Faced with her barrage of questions, Matthew fell silent for a while, then said coldly, Thatll be up to your performance. nca lost all her temper from before as she tugged at Matthew, pleading, Then tell me, what do you want from me? This could be her birth father or mother! Her brain cancer might have been misdiagnosed, but her desire to find her birth parents hadnt changed at all. She wanted to know whose blood ran in her veins, to know if she was the result of her parents love, to know why theyd given birth to her and abandoned her so heartlessly. Considering her age, if there werent any idents, her parents still had to be alive. She didnt want to seek her roots when both of them were dead. By then, shed never have aplete answer to those questions. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Looking at her obedient appearance, Matthews lips jerked up and a trace of a smile showed in his eyes. Ill be going back home to see my family tomorrow night. If you perform well, Ill consider letting you meet my teacher. nca nodded hurriedly. Okay! I will do whatever you say! She was a realistic person and knew when to have dignity and when to go all out. This were her past they were talking about, so screw dignity, she was going pedal to the metal! Chapter 10 Of Course Husband and Wife Should Share A Room Chapter 10 Of Course Husband and Wife Should Share A Room That said, nca could not help but imagine what Matthews teacher might look like already. To be the teacher of a young master like Matthew, they had to be exceptional. Thinking that her parents might have been upstanding characters, nca felt a surge of pride and intermingled shame, growing dubious about why her parents had abandoned her. Why didnt they want her back then? That night, nca didnt need to stay in motels anymore, and went back to Matthews private residence C a white two-story little mansion. nca took an excited tour of the ce and stood before the giant bathroom door, babbling at Matthew, Can I use this bathroom? Matthew nodded. Sure, but you have to clean up after yourself. All right, then Im going to take a bath! nca was leaping with excitement as she took her own toiletries and squirreled in. Locking the door, she studied how the jacuzzi worked, then took afortable soak. This was the first time nca felt from the bottom of her heart that it was great shed married Matthew. Living in the slums as a child, the water and electricity went out all the time, and bathing was an unimaginable luxury. Back then, shed studied those elegant women on TV, sitting in their giant bathtubs, soaking infort, and felt an impossible envy. Her dream when she was young was to have arge house, and to have a bubble bath inside that So now her dream hade true. It was just toofortable, and nca drifted off to sleep as she soaked. She felt someone pping her face faintly and opened her eyes, seeing Matthews chilly features before her. He was looking at her impatiently. I thought youd died in your sleep. nca shrieked and stood bolt upright from the bathtub. But shed forgotten that, at a time like this, the only way to hide her body was to stay below those white bubbles Matthew looked at her soaking wet form and gave a seriousment, Nice figure. Chest is a bit small, though. nca pped her arms over her chest and squatted down in the bathtub, sshing Matthew with water. Get out! Out, out, out! Matthew wiped the droplets of water off his face and suddenly wanted to tease her some more. He kept his voice mild as he said, What part of you have I not seen already? Have you forgottenst night? nca covered her ears, too embarrassed to hear any more. After Matthew left, nca didnt have the mood to stay in the bath. She toweled off and put a gown on. Walking out, she recalled the words chest is a bit small and couldnt help but look down, grumbling, Theyre not small youre just blind. nca left the bathroom, didnt see Matthew on the first floor, and headed upstairs. Hey, where am I sleeping tonight? Matthew walked out from the bedroom. Seemed hed already taken a swift shower, put on his own gown, and was drying his hair. Here. He stood in the doorway, letting nca go in. nca went into the bedroom and was about to close the door when Matthew went in too. Why arent you leaving? This is my bedroom. Why should I leave? nca looked at Matthew in terror. What? Were married. No way we sleep in separate rooms. Chapter 11 Such A Domineering Man Chapter 11 Such A Domineering Man nca said hastily, I thought we are just acting, for the sake of the contract. Marriage itself is a contract anyway, he said, approaching nca, Why are you so shy about this? Weve slept together once, havent we? As he said, Matthew was about to untie his bathrobe and nca could vaguely see his abs. nca blushed and said, I dont remember anything aboutst night! Then Ill help you remember it. Matthew smiled and walked towards her. Actually, though nca had been quite crazyst night, who kept yelling that only a dickhead would hide his dick, nothing had happened. N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. She just took off her clothes and untied his belt. But after that, she passed out. And Matthew did nothing but took away her ne. They didnt do anything else. Right now, however, Matthew was walking towards her and there was nowhere for her to hide. He reached out his hand and grabbed her tiny waist. nca panicked and tripped over. They both fell onto the bed. Mr. Grant, theres no need to hurry... Her face turned red and she stammered. However, Matthews hands were sneaking into her robe and tracing to her waist. He was caressing gently her soft skin. nca felt like her blood had stopped running in her veins and she didnt even know how to breathe. Matthew was just teasing her. He didnt expect to her to be so coy while she was just so calm talking about sex in the press conference. The way she acted so shyly turned him on. All his life so far, Matthew only cared about study and then put all his energy in his career and his Even though a lot of women had thrown themselves on him, he was never interested. Surprisingly, he could hardly contain himself in front of nca. I thought you said that you would do anything for me as long as you get to meet the original owner of the jade ne, right? He was one inch from her lips and he spoke to her in a seductive tone. But ... Im nothing but a poor girl from a slum. Youre so out of my league! She was begging and her eyes were filled with helplessness. Matthew was intrigued. There were too many women who wanted to sleep with him. She was the first one to say no. Who you used to be doesnt matter anymore. Now youre my wife. Isnt a couple supposed to sleep together? He ced his hand on the ne on her chest, reminding her that the only way to meet the original owner of the ne was to obey him. nca made up her mind and closed her eyes, Fine... Then you ... be gentle with me. She looked like she had just made a life-changing decision, lying on the bed, and waiting for the mans torture. Matthews eyes darkened. He leaned over and touched her trembling lips. He stared at her face and rxed his grip. He stood up and put on his robe. He said coldly, If you dont want to do this, Im not going to force you. But I had never thought of the possibility of sleeping in separate rooms for the next three years. After saying that, he left the bedroom. As he walked out of the room, nca jumped out of bed. She locked the door and put a chair against it just to be safe. She sighed out of relief. nca was overwhelmed by everything that happened during these two days and finally fell asleep at four in the morning. She didnt wake up until noon. When she was up, she found the chair by the door wasnt moved. She walked outside the bedroom and found that she was all alone in the mansion. Matthew left her a note at the kitchen table that said, Ill pick you up at 6 p.m. and well go and visit grandpa. Please get dressed up and look nice. Chapter 12 Blanca Was Not A Pushover Chapter 12 nca Was Not A Pushover There was breakfast on the table. Looking at the scramble egg on the te, ncas eyes got wet and she had the urge to cry. Ever since the grandma who adopted her passed away, nobody cooked her breakfast. She didnt expect that this man would be so nice to her. She finished the breakfast graciously this afternoon. Thinking of meeting Matthews grandpa and parents, nca was worried. Matthew alone was difficult to handle and she didnt know what his family was like. N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Especially when she was requested to get dressed and look nice, nca didnt know what to do. She opened her leather suitcase. She only owned some pairs of jeans, T-shirts and sweaters and they were all quite cheap. She pulled out her phone to check his ount bnce. She sighed and felt regretful that she tore up the check Matthew gave her. Finally, nca decided to buy herself an outfit. She tied her hair in a pony tail and went out. nca spent a thousand dors to purchase a ck dress, a pair of high heels and a handbag. She was quite reluctant when she paid and thought to herself that she must let Matthew pay for this. After all this, she went home and cleaned herself up. Then she changed into her new clothes and waited for Matthew. nca knew how this worked. She had to meet his requirements so that he would tell her some clues about the original owner of the jade ne. At six in the evening, Matthew arrived at the mansion on time. When he saw nca, he raised his eyebrows, New dress? Then he spotted the price tag hidden in her cor. Matthew frowned and pulled the tag out. Just as he was about to tear it down, nca stopped him, Wait! Will you pay for this? I can still return this tomorrow. Matthew tore it down and thrown her a credit card. He said gloomily, Youre Mrs. Grant now. Dont do this kind of things ever again. nca was stunned. She held the card and smiled awkwardly, Thank you. But I grew up doing things like this and I dont think its embarrassing. Matthew knew she felt ufortable but he didnt want to have a discussion about the gap between the rich and the poor right now. He said coldly, Later youll meet my grandpa, my dad, my stepmother and her daughter Louise. But Louise and I are not biological siblings. Shes just my step sister. nca peeked at him and his tone had made it clear that he and his family were not so close. She wanted to ask him where his real mother was but she didnt want to sound so nosy. So, she gave up asking. Okay. answered nca. Matthew thought of something and added, If my douchebag cousin didnt die in the karaoke, youll see him there. Dont be alone with him. Hes a jerk. nca chuckled, Then you should warn him not to mess with me. Matthew nced at her and shook his head, Dont get yourself into trouble. Well go back after dinner. Okay! nca rolled her eyes and said, Do your stepmother and your cousin always bully you? Do you want me to get back at them? Im really good at this. Matthew looked at her coldly. Did he need a girl to get back at someone? I dont want trouble and dont make me any. nca pouted her lips and nodded. But she was ready for a battle. Chapter 13 Battling The Bitchy Mother-in-law Chapter 13 Battling The Bitchy Mother-inw After forty minutes, Matthew pulled his car over in front of the Grant mansion. He and nca came to the door and pressed the bell. The old butler Mr. Johnson answered the door. He smiled and wee them in. Mr. Grant is still painting in his study and your father is in the backyard. You can go to the backyard first and then to the second floor, said Mr. Johnson. He ced two pairs of slippers on the floor before Matthew and nca entered the house. Matthew changed his shoes and went to the kitchen to get himself a ss of water. nca was a little slow. By the time she changed her shoes and looked up, she saw a middle-aged woman in a blue silk dress walking towards her. Her curly hair was tucked nicely and her beautiful almond eyes was filled with bitter. nca thought this must be Matthews stepmother Carrie. Good evening, Maam. She greeted her politely. Carrie looked her up and down despitefully and didnt answer. She turned around and said to Mr. Johnson, Get a stic bag for Miss Roachs shoes. I cant stand the smell of cheap leather. Mr. Johnson nced at nca awkwardly and didnt know what to do. However, nca picked up her shoes with a smile and handed them to Mr. Johnson, Please. I dont want my shoes to get this disgusting stink of money. If somebody was nice to her, nca would always repay them tenfold. But if someone wanted to embarrass her, she would definitely get back at them. You! Carrie was so mad and found it hard to contain her anger, You nothing but a poor vige girl. You gold-digger throw yourself on Matthew and I didnt know you had got such a mouth. Ever since Carrie was married to the Grant family, she had been plotting to make her own son inherit the family business. But he was only ten years old. And Mr. Grant didnt acknowledge the child. The only way she could get her little boy some advantages was to wait for his death. So, she wanted Matthew to marry her daughter and her daughter could carry his child. Only this way could she put her feet down in the Grant family. But Matthew never epted Louise and his father said they were still siblings even though they were not rted. There was no way he would approve their marriage. Just when Carrie was wondering how to get these two together, nca came along. How could she not get angry? ncaughed, If Im a gold-digger, who are you? A master of gold-digging? Carrie was now literally quivering with anger. Louise rushed over to held her mother and looked resentfully at Matthew, who seemed to be like an outsider, Matthew, how could you let her say that to mom? N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. nca was a little worried and peeked at Matthew. Before they came, he warned her not to get into trouble. But she just couldnt help. She was still wondering if Matthew was mad at her, he grabbed a small piece of cake and put it in her mouth, Eat more and talk less. If you get my stepmother and sister angry again, Ill punish you tonight. After that, he held her shoulders and walked towards the backyard. ncas face flushed as she was chewing the cake. What kind of punishment was that? It was like showing off! Matthew was a badass... Louise saw what happened and her eye brims got red, Mom, will I ever have a chance? Carrie gave her daughter a sad look and said, How dare that girl steal a man from my daughter? I''ll make her pay. Mom, should we hire someone to ruin her face? Lets see if Matthew will like her hideous face. Chapter 14 Matthew’s Sad Childhood Chapter 14 Matthews Sad Childhood Thinking of ncas pretty face and the way Matthew looked at her, Louise wanted to pour a bottle of sulfuric acid on her. Carrie thought about it for a while and shook her head. No, this only causes unnecessary troubles. If someone finds out what happens, were done. But they got married already. What should I do? yelled Louise. They can get divorced. How do you think I got rid of that woman and got into the Grant family? Ill talk to your dad. Dont rush anything, remember? Carrie patted her shoulders and walked across the hallway. She followed Matthew and nca and headed to the backyard. Matthews father, Wilbert, was in the backyard reading thepany''s quarterly report. Matthew grabbed ncas hands and came to his father, Father, this is nca. Wilbert put aside theptop and looked at her. Even though he was in his fifties, he still looked young with a pair of sharp eyes. nca could tell where Matthews pride and coldness came from. Facing such a gloomy father-inw, nca felt a little uneasy. She felt like he could see right through her soul. He seemed to know what she was thinking about. Nice to see you, Sir. They made an agreement that she wouldnt call him father until the wedding ceremony. They wanted his parents to get used to it. After all, they had never met this daughter-inw who came up out of nowhere. Wilbert nodded, Matthew got married with you recklessly because of the pressure from the media. But the Grant family wont be so rash. Rest assured, Miss Roach, there will be a big ceremony. nca answered politely, Its okay. Ill put myself at your disposal. Wilbert seemed to be quite satisfied with her attitude. He smiled at her and then put his poker face back on. He said to Matthew, Have you checked the Empire Group''s ranking in Asia? Yes, were in the second ce. Just as nca was impressed by Matthews achievement, Wilbert snorted and said, Seems like youre quite happy about it already. Matthew lowered his head. No. Wilbert said sternly, This is the third year you have taken over thepany. It has been three years, and thepany is still falling behind. What a shame! Matthew was silent and nca didnt dare to say anything. If you don''t top the list next time, youll be fired and I''ll redistribute the inheritance. Then, Wilbert got up and went to his room. He said to Mr. Johnson in the hallway, Take good care of the young Mrs. Grant. Yes, sir. nca felt like she was on a roller coaster. She was so worried about Matthew before and felt that she was the one that got yelled at. But now she heard how Wilbert called her and she was relieved. It seemed that Wilbert was happy about her presence. nca pulled Matthews arms and whispered, Your dad is so strict. He didnt like me since I was young. Even if I got the best grades in school, he wouldnt say a nice word to me. I have got used to this, Matthew paused and said, Lets go upstairs to see grandpa. nca felt sorry for him. N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. The grandma that adopted her was quite tolerant with her. She was constantly encouraged by her grandma no matter how trivial her achievements were. When she thought Matthews childhood, nca felt that her childhood wasnt so bad. She immediately forgave Matthews high-handed attitude which was probably the result of his terrible childhood. nca followed Matthew to the study on the second floor. An old man with white hair, who was in the middle of painting, heard the sound and looked up at nca and Matthew. Are you nca? The old man put down his brush and approached her, smiling. He took a good look at her and nodded, This girl seems quite sweet and nice. Chapter 15 Carrie Was Pissed Off By Her Chapter 15 Carrie Was Pissed Off By Her Matthew also smiled and said to nca, Grandpa said you are sweet and nice. nca came to her sensed, said thank you and smiled. She felt relieved that this grandpa seemed very kind. She looked at the old mans work and ttered, That is great! The old man thought she was just ttering him. After all, few young women were interested in oil painting now. He wanted to tease her and asked, Howe? Exin it for me, please? Seeing that he was testing her, she went to the table and gave a professionalment on his work, which impressed the old man. Very well. Youve learned about oil painting before? All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. nca shook her head and said, My neighbor is a master of oil painting. I used to hang out in his ce all the time, which is why I know a few things about it. The neighbor she mentioned was indeed a master of oil painting. He got into trouble with some bad guys so he fled to the slum. nca had never gone to school but that neighbor taught her a lot. Matthew was quite surprised to hear that from nca. He didnt expect her to know so much about painting. They stayed in his study for about ten minutes and then Mr. Johnson came to say that dinner was ready. Then they went downstairs with grandpa. When Wilbert came, his wife Carrie ran to him and cried, Honey, you have to do something! What? That girl Matthew brought home was rude to me! She said that Im a gold digger and that I stink! Really? She dared to say that to you? Wilbert lived with Carrie for more than a decade. He knew her personality and could tell that she was exaggerating. Yes! She isnt one of us yet and she dares to treat me like that! How could I expect her to respect me in the future! I think she is a nice girl. She wouldnt do such things. Carried was even more angry hearing that, You dont believe me? She was a thief! We cant trust her! Really? Yeah! Look! Carrie showed him the news that nca admitted at the press conference that she stole money for her grandmothers treatment. When he finished reading, he smiled, I think shes a brave girl with a big heart. I dont care what other people think of her. Since she and Matthew got married, shes one of us now. Water under the bridge now. Dont bring this up again. Carrie frowned and her face was twisted because of rage. She couldnt imagine that such a strict and stern person would be so tolerant. That nca was absolutely bad news. Right now, she saw nca was helping grandpa walk the stairs. She was so outrageous that her eyes almost popped out of head. But she couldnt say anything since Wilbert was also here. The dinner went great for nca. She was outgoing and grandpa really liked her. So, she had a friendly conversation with him. As for Wilbert who was always so serious, nca treated him very politely and kindly. No one would have thought that she was rude to her mother-inw before. Louise kept poking the food on her pte and could do nothing about nca. Seeing that nca was having a good time with grandpa and Louise couldnt do anything about the situation, Carrie didnt know what to do. Her daughter couldnt even do anything to this nca, and whats worse, she didnt even know how to make her own grandpa happy. All in all, this dinner went terrible for Carrie and Louise. After dinner, Wilbert left the table and went back to his study. Grandpa was sitting in the living room and chatting with nca and Matthew. Carrie couldnt take it anymore and told her daughter something. After hearing what her mother said, Louises eyes flickered with mischief. She bit her lips, nodded and returned to the living room. Chapter 16 The Pervert Cousin Chapter 16 The Pervert Cousin Matthew held ncas arm. They both stood up and he said that they should head home. Louise hastily came forward, No need to hurry, Matthew. Ive made some nice tea. Why dont you have some before you go? Hearing that, n smiled and said, Well, since Louise has made the tea, lets not waste it. You can stay for the night anyway. Weve got plenty of rooms avable in our house. And nca wants me to draw her a painting. If you stay here, I can finish the painting and give it to her as a gift! n really liked nca for her personality. He thought she was sweet, nice and straightforward. When they were chatting, she didnt hide the fact that she came from the slum and she told him all the details of her childhood life with her granny. This reminded n of his own struggling youth and his grandmother, and he could not help but like nca even more. Matthew nced at nca, as if waiting for her opinion. Of course, nca didnt want to stay. Because apart from Mr. Grant, everybody else made her pretty ufortable. But since he mentioned that, she couldnt say no, and she smirked, Alright then. Well have some tea our sister made for us. Hearing nca calling her sister, Louise pouted her mouth. She turned away and went straight to the kitchen to prepare tea. During the preparation, she peeped at the gate. She wondered when Jim woulde back. If he wasnt here, the show couldnt begin. The sound of the gate opening intrigued nca. A young man stumbled in, obviously so drunk. n frowned and grunted, After so many times Ive told you, you just cant learn your lessons. Louise, get that bastard a cup of tea to clear his drunk mind. Louise said yes in the kitchen. Carrieforted n quickly, Dad, please dont get mad! Ill take a walk with you if you want to. You dont need to see him! After the two of them left, Matthew whispered to nca, That is the douchebag cousin Ive told you before. His name is Jim. Knowing that, nca nodded. However, Matthew was too close when he talked and his arms were on the back of the couch she was sitting on, which seemed like he was hugging her and whispering lovingly with her. Louise was standing in the kitchen and she had seen everything. Her eyes turned red out of rage. But when she saw Jim staggering into the room, she smiled. She knew so well that her cousin was kind of a pervert. Her mother told her earlier that Jim wasing tonight and he would bepletely drunk. She would enjoy a great show if she could make Jim and nca be alone together. If Matthew saw nca seducing his cousin, he would definitely kick her out of the Grant family! Louise was thrilled at the thought of this. When Louise was making tea, Jim had already walked into the living room. When he saw nca, he was utterly stunned. Just like all idle rich men who had done nothing in their life, he was about 26 years old but he had no ambitions and liked sleeping around. He didnt even have a girlfriend, let alone amitted rtionship. He was quite pissed off by the news about Matthew. He felt so jealous when he knew that Matthew had married such a beautiful and witty girl and he was still all alone. What irritated him even more was the video of nca and Matthew that got out the day before Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. yesterday. Now that he saw how sexy and charming nca was, Jim couldnt take his eyes off her. He was sitting on the couch and talked casually with Matthew. He peeped at nca from time to time. nca was smart enough to tell what was on Jims mind. But she wasnt angry at all. On the contrary, she giggled at him when no one noticed. nca thought to herself, If you wanna mess with your cousins wife, youre really a total bastard. Ill show you what Im capable of. Chapter 17 Messing With Blanca Meant Dancing With The Devil Chapter 17 Messing With nca Meant Dancing With The Devil Matthew saw what she was doing to Jim. He wondered if she was doing that on purpose. He remembered she said that she wanted to find some hot guy to sleep with that night and Jim was actually a pretty handsome man. These thoughts were killing him. Matthew thought that he really should teach her a lesson. Just when everyone was plotting something, Louise came with a pot of fruit tea. As she was putting it on the table, her hand trembled and the tray was knocked over. She caught the teapot quickly and didnt hurt herself. But the four fine teacups were smashed. Oh my god, Im so stupid..., said Louise. She hurriedly grabbed a broom and a dustpan to clean the mess up. Matthew would never let a girl touch sharp broken ceramics so he offered to help. Jim was still sprawling on the couch like he owned this ce, I dont usually have the chance to see Louise make a mess, hahahahahaha! Louise red at him and said, All you know is sitting around and doing nothing. Why dont youe and help me? Hearing that, nca felt that it would be weird if she just sat there and watch so she got up and was ready to help out. And when Matthew was going to the kitchen to get rid of the broken ceramics, Louise said, nca, ask Jim to take you to his room and fetch his nice tea set. It would be an outrage if we waste such a wonderful pot of tea. Cant he go by himself? asked nca, smiling. Louise exined, Im afraid hes too drunk to get a good hold of the tea set. nca didnt know what Louise really wanted until this moment. Louise was using the pervert to set her up! She saw right through Louise and then she smirked at Jim, Then, lets go, Jim. Jim was ravished at the thought of going back to the room with nca alone and he stood up instantly. On the way to his room, Jim nced at nca and pictured a lot of R-rated scenes in his head. He felt like he could no longer contain himself. Before they entered the room, nca said to Jim, Jim, you go first. I need to go to thedys room and Ill catch youter. Jim could not hold back his feelings anymore and he grabbed her wrists, I have a bathroom in my room. nca backed off and struggled. She warned him quietly, No matter how impatient you are, we cant do it in your room. What if theye and find uster? As he heard what she said, Jim was quite sure that she felt the same way about him. He asked cheerfully, Then where do you want to do this? Just tell me! Why dont you wait for me in grandpas study on the second floor. No one would go there at night and they wont get suspicious. Ill make up some excuses to Matthew and then Ille to find you. Remember, dont turn on the lights. Alcohol had made him a puppet in her hands. Jim immediately agreed without even a second thought and went upstairs hastily. nca chuckled wittily. When n came back from his walk, he would definitely go back to his study to finish the painting for her. And when that pervert took him as her, Jim would make a fool of himself. After Jim was gone, nca was standing in the dimmed corridor and looking towards the living room. The living room was cleaned up. Louise seemed to be holding her breath and listening carefully to know what was happening with nca and Jim. She was probably waiting for them to heat things up and then she and Matthew coulde and bust them. Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. But nca didnt understand why Matthews face was also that red. Chapter 18 “I Don’t Want A Cold Shower...” Chapter 18 I Dont Want A Cold Shower... nca suddenly remembered that n had poured him quite a few sses of wine. He must be a little drunk by now. After all, nca was just a young girl and she thought alcohol would turn him on. She was worried that he might be seduced by Louise when they were left alone. When Mr. Johnson walked by, nca stopped him and asked coyly, Mr. Johnson, which room will Matthew and I use for tonight? Hearing that they were staying, Mr. Johnson said happily that Matthew had his own room on the east side of the second floor. He had already had their bedding prepared. nca thanked him for his gestures. After Mr. Johnson left, she stood on the stairs and sent a text to Matthew. Im in your bedroom. Come and meet me ASAP. Under the influence of alcohol, all Matthew could think about was the images of nca taking a bath in his bathtub that night. He felt the blood was rushing through his veins and he couldnt contain himself anymore. This text was like the rain in a draught. The rush of the blood to his head made him irrational. As Matthew was about to leave, Louise grabbed his big and warm hand. Where are you going, Matthew? nca hasnte back with the tea set yet... Im a little dizzy. I want to lie in bed and have some rest for a while. Louise stood up and held his body, Then Ill go with you... Matthew was drunk but not stupid. He was disgusted by her frivolous behavior. He pushed her away coldly and said, Louise, you are a sister to me and you know it. Louise slumped to the couch and was intimidated by his sternness. She had never seen him like this before. For the first time in her life, she doubted her mothers decision. If she kept pushing, would he hate her for good? What should she do if that really happened? Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. But she thought Jim and nca must be fooling around by now. If they went upstairs, she would definitely get what she wanted. Come to think of it, Louise lowered her head and apologized to Matthew. Matthew didnt take another look at her. He was stumbling a little because he was kind of drunk. He went upstairs and got into his own bedroom. Just as he walked into the room, nca was relieved. She took him to the bathroom and said, I just googled and I found out that you need to drink a lot of water to get the alcohol out of your system. If you feel too hot, just take a cold shower. nca took him under the shower. Matthew stared at ncas soft and slender neck and her cherry lips as his eyes narrowed. Suddenly, he pushed her against the wall and breathed out warm air to her face. Up till this moment, she realized Matthew wasnt the weak patient that she had thought he was. He was a fierce lion that could take her down within seconds. nca pushed him away and warned him, Matthew, what are you doing? Calm down! But he couldnt hear anything anymore. He just said huskily, I dont want a cold shower, I want you... Chapter 19 The Time He Got Drunk Chapter 19 The Time He Got Drunk Matthews pretty face turned red and she could tell he had tried his best to hold back. nca blushed within a second. You ... you cant touch me! nca red at him and mustered all her strength to push him away. Seeing that nca was getting away, Matthews eyes flickered with mischief and grabbed her wrists. Her fair and slender wrists fitted right in his hands. Why not? he squinted his misty eyes and said, that night you were pretty aggressive. nca had got goosebumps now! Although she was shouting that she wanted a man that night, it was because she thought she was about to die and wanted to know what sex was really like. But now everything was different... Well ... I wasnt thinking straight back then. And you promised me yesterday that you wont force me to do that thing if its against my will, right? I also said I didnt think there would be absolutely no sex for three years. nca could tell he was drunk and she couldnt reason with a drunk man. So, she nodded, Yes, youre right. So should we wait a little longer? Matthew was drunk but his mind was quite clear. He could tell how panicked she was. She was only 20 years old and was still a kid. He did scare her. What if Im tired of waiting? Matthew approached her on purpose and smirked at her. ncas eyes were wide open and she backed off. But her elbow nudged the twitch of the shower and freezing water kept pouring down on her. Her hair and clothes were instantly wet. Her thin clothes clung to her slender body and he could see everything. So, you want me to see you this soaking wet? nca was about to go mad and didnt know how to get past this. Matthew turned off the shower and wrapped her with a towel. He held her in his arms and walked out of the shower. Ah! What are you doing! All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. nca was afraid that other people in the house might hear so she didnt dare to yell. She kept down her voice and started kicking. I wont go easy on you if you dont stop struggling. Hearing that, nca shut her mouth but her heart was pounding loud. She didnt know what he was trying to do. After he carried her out of the shower, he put her down and gave her the hairdryer. Dry your hair. I dont want you to get sick. Then he walked out of the room. nca finally felt relieved. So he was worried that she might catch a cold. Why didnt he just say it? Thinking of that, she started to smile and thought higher of Matthew. Though he looked quite grim and coldblooded, he knew how to take care of her. Chapter 20 The Ungrateful Son Chapter 20 The Ungrateful Son n just came back from his walk and went straight to his study. Normally he would go back to his room and get in bed. But today was different. He really liked his new granddaughter-inw. He nned to draw her a nice painting as his gift to her. Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. But Jim was desperately waiting in the study. So, when he heard someone was opening the door, he barged out and hugged that person. Baby, let me kiss you... Jim started to take off that persons clothes. However, he was pped hard on the face and he heard n yell, Jim? How dare you! n turned on the light and Jim was covering his face with his hands. He was sober now. He stammered, Grandpa? Why you? Who did you expect to see? grunted n. Besides Carrie and Louise, nca was the only woman in the house. That bastard wanted to kiss his sister-inw? n was furious. He picked up a stick and wanted to hit Jim. Jim got up from the ground and started dodging. He was still drunk and was chased around by n. He started sweating and knocked over a bunch of desks and chairs. nca just dried her hair and changed into her robe. Just as she stepped out of the bathroom, she heard something from the outside. She listened closely for a while and understood what was going on. She couldnt help sniggering. And Matthew saw that. Its you? He felt it was strange that n was hitting Jim. But the moment he saw the look on her face, he knew what happened. nca didnt lie about it and pouted, That loving sister of yours deliberately asked me and Jim to go to his room alone for some teacups. Jim was being a jerk. You want me to suck it and let them bully me? Though she was young, but growing up in the slum taught her that this was a dog-eat-dog world. If you didnt fight back, you would be beaten up all the time. Matthew frowned and his eyes were ring with anger. nca thought she pissed him off and wanted to exin. But then he said, Did Jim do anything to you? No. Rest assured; I know how to protect myself. She chuckled. Matthew shook his head. Though his wife never kept it on the low, she was still too naive. Sometimes things were not so simple like childs y. He wanted to warn her about this but he felt there was no need to say too much. So, he didnt. Ill take a shower. You can sleep first. nca nodded. Hearing the sound of shower, she was relieved and thought maybe he would not touch her. She nced at the whole room. There were only a tiny couch and a bed How were they going to sleep? Chapter 21 Any Other Choice? Chapter 21 Any Other Choice? The two of them were husband and wife now, but it was all for the contract, so naturally, they were supposed to sleep in separate rooms. She was never picky with where she slept, and this little sofa wasfortable enough. At the very least, it was better than her single bed in her old ce, so she thought shed be able to fall asleep soon enough. But the sound of running water continued to stimte every one of ncas nerves. She stared at the doorway to the bathroom, wide awake. Everything that had just happened was just too ridiculous. She was married. To a man shed only known for three days! And that man was just one flimsy wall away, inside showering. Realizing that, ncas face burned. Everything that had happened inside the bathroom seemed to rey over a reel in her head shing still before her were Matthews deep eyes, his hot breath by her ear, the warmth of his arm on her shoulder. He was pretty handsome, and kind to go with it Thinking of all that, nca hugged the nkets to herself, buried her face in them, and shut her eyes. Sleep sleep Just quit your weird thoughts, nca! It was just that her hand had been forced! It was all to find her parents earlier! That was it, yeah! When Matthew came out of the bathroom in a robe, he saw nca curled up like a rabbit in the covers. Shed fallen asleep before shed known it. Matthew came up to her, looked at her slightly trembling eyshes and her fetal form, as if shecked even the most basic sense of security, and his heart softened. The following morning, nca woke up and found herself sleeping in a bed. Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. She sat bolt upright, looked to the side, and found Matthew next to her, also opening his eyes just now. Wh-wh-wh-why are you in bed too? Wait, that wasnt right. I mean, why am I in bed! Matthew sat up, got dressed, all while grinning teasingly at her. I didnt think youd be so active either. ncas head thrummed and she thought back to the scattered memories ofst night. It had been cold in the small hours, so after she went to the toilet, shed gone back and went to bed. Went to the bed And in the haze, she remembered someone wrapping his arms around her. Oh dear Thinking of all that, nca wanted to find a hole in the ground. Crawl into it. And die. Stealing a nce at Matthew, that bastard had gotten up as if nothing had happened, and started putting his clothes on. Just from that stolen nce, though, nca saw his clearly defined abs, with eight chunks Like what you see? Matthew said out of nowhere, which had nca even more flustered as she looked away. Its not much to look at. Hmph. Hurry up and wash, then go down for breakfast. The old man doesnt like people who sleep in. Sure. ncas head was buzzing as she bent her head, put on her slippers, and went into the bathroom with her face red, starting to wash hurriedly. Afterwards, nca and Matthew both went downstairs, and the family ate a regr breakfast before Matthew took nca back. The minute she got back, nca slumped in the living room sofa, sighing a long sigh. It wasnt that she was used to living here, butpared to dealing with arge family and ying the good wife, she liked it better here after all. nca took her high heels off and craned her neck up at Matthew. Ive met your parentswith you, so when are you going to take me to meet your teacher? Chapter 22 Flaunting Love, As the Legends Say Chapter 22 unting Love, As the Legends Say So long as she met that mentor, she might find her birth parents! Seeing the sparks in ncas eyes, Matthew cocked his eyebrow. You raised trouble in front of my father and grandpast night, and you still want me to introduce you? You bastard!! nca pointed at him angrily. She didnt think hed go back on his word! Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. When he saw ncas arched brow, Matthew smiled, pleased. He sat down on the sofa and took his necktie off casually. Well, you cant say you didnt raise trouble, can you? nca C She couldnt. Biting her lip, she felt a surge of resentment. If those people hadnt deliberately targeted her, would she have acted out? She wasnt going to let people step all over her. Come to think of it, nca wrinkled her nose. Fine, I made trouble. So what will it take for you to agree? Matthew raised his eyebrow, a bit of emotion flickering through his eyes. Lips twitching, he suddenly leant close, his voice low and pleasant, like the notes from a bass cello. Promise me one thing, and Ill take you. This again? nca looked at him hatefully. I can make a promise, but what if you break your word again? Oh? If you think Ill break my word, then you dont have to promise me anything. Matthew feigned being mad, even taking off his zerzily and going upstairs. nca was howling inside. Fine. Out with it. What do you want? Prepare my lunch for me every day and deliver the food to my office for a month, and Ill take you to meet my teacher. Prepare your lunch!? nca yelled. Huh? Why me? The head of the Empire Group didnt have assistants and butlers for that? Matthew smiled. You want something of me. Is that a good reason? nca took a deep breath. Fine, Matthew Grant, you win this round! All right, nca said through clenched teeth. Then she smiled mildly. The following day, nca prepared the lunch cooked by Mrs. Brown, dressed up in a red one-piece dress, and appeared in Matthews office. Matthew signed off thest dotted line on his document, closed the blue folder, then lifted his head, unable to hide the bit of entrancement in his eyes. His little wife had always been good-looking, but she stuck with T-shirts and jeans most of the time. This was a lovely sight. He looked at her shoes and frowned. I thought you werent used to high heels. nca blinked, then pouted. Its all for you, you know! She set the lunch on the desk and continued. I guessed youre having me bring you meals to tell the world that youre married, so those tterns wonte to tangle with you anymore. So I have to look the part and not embarrass you, at the very least. nca had thoughts sometimes, but she was sure that Matthew had married her to ward off his suitors. And just today, when shed walked into the CEO-exclusive elevator from the underground carpark and headed to Matthews office, she could feel several female employees she passed staring at her with murderous intent. She was d she hadnt just put on a random pair of jeans ande out. Theyd probably point and insult her. By then, it wouldnt just be her losing face, but Matthew as well. Maybe they were all just acting for the sake of their contract but their fates were still tied, and she didnt want Matthew to be looked down on because of her. She was at a disadvantage because of her background, so she had to pay extra attention to her image. Matthew nodded, his face rxing. He stood and walked over to the sofa. Come. Ill eat here. Chapter 23 Quite an Appetite Chapter 23 Quite an Appetite nca took up the lunchbox and walked over to the tea table. Setting down the meal, nca said, Im heading back for now. Take your time. She was about to leave and had just turned when Matthew grabbed her wrist. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Well eat together. Eh? Im eating here too? nca had thought that she wasing and going just like that, but she never thought that Matthew would actually invite her to have lunch with him. After all, hedined about how she didnt pay attention to table manners and kept talking while eating. He should have disliked eating with her. Isnt it normal for a wife to eat with her husband? Matthews tones were flirtatious and his gaze was teasing. ncas ears burned. It was true that she was married, but terms like husband and wife still made her embarrassed. Oh. Blushing, she dipped her head, tucked her dress in, and sat down on the soft, silky rug. Im notfortable eating on the sofa. You dont mind me sitting on the rug, right? Matthew smiled lightly. The rug gets dry-cleaned every week and its clean. Feel free. nca beamed. Youre actually quite nice, Matthew! Oh? Matthew was somewhat in high spirits, and he looked at her with some interest. Yeah! Youre like my Granny! What sort of metaphor was that? Matthew Grant had beenuded with innumerable praise, but that was the first time someone had praised him this way, and his face looked a bit unnatural. nca took the food out and exined. When I was small, my Granny and I would just eat around a little square table. Granny didnt have the right chair for me and they were all too tall for me to sit on. It cramped my belly. So Granny just let me sit on the mat and eat and never told me to mind my table manners. Like how youre spoiling me now. As nca babbled, Matthew couldnt help but imagine what kind of life shed lived with her Granny before. As he looked at his honest, straightforward wife, an inexplicable tenderness welled up in him. While the situation outside may call for it, and you do need to restrain yourself, theres no need for that before me. All right. nca took up a bit of vegetable on her fork and her eyes shone. Man, Mrs. Brown is a great cook! Then eat more. I can feel you out better if you get some meat on your bones. nca was about to nod when she stiffened. Did he mean that she didnt feel good on the hands now? Wait, when had he felt her out in the first ce nca thought back to that night shed first met Matthew. She couldnt remember what had happened back then. Had they done it or not? Er Matthew, Ive got a question. Fire away. Matthew set down his utensils. As she saw how formal he was, nca grew nervous. You can still eat while we talk. Not my style. Speak. Whats your question? nca had to set down her own utensils. So, uh that night, did the two of us did we We did. With that, Matthew took up his knife and fork, eating slowly. Then he seemed to remember something and he looked at nca, whose face was bright red just likean apple. If you cant remember, I dont mind helping you jog your memory. Chapter 24 Tea or Coffee Chapter 24 Tea or Coffee Oh er, no need for that. Ill remember. Ill remember it all clearly. nca didnt dare mouth off any longer and just busied herself with lunch. She didnt even know what the food tasted like, though. Oh no, if anything had happened, was she going to get pregnant If she did get pregnant, it was going to be trouble As she thought of all that, her mood was all frazzled. She somehow finished the meal, packed it up, and was about to leave when there came a knock on the door. Enter. Lisa the secretary walked in, saw her boss sitting on the sofa, and less than a meter away from him, the petite nca sitting on the rug, her heels off and at a side. From Lisas angle, it looked like nca was leaning on Matthew. Lisa lowered her gaze in a panic, biting her lip. Matthews office had always only been a workspace, and hed hated others doing what they wanted in his office. Here this woman was treating it like she was lounging in her own house. Sure it was Matthews wife, but Lisa was still ridiculously jealous at the scene. Shed stayed by Matthews side for all those years and always kept to a strict code of conduct, all to leave a good impression with Matthew. Now, it seemed it wasnt that she hadnt done a good enough job. No matter what she did, Matthew had never given her any special treatment. She was just like Curtis. Another member of the staff. Thinking of that, Lisas mood fell some more. What is it? Matthew frowned at her, since she hadnt spoken at all when she came in. nca looked at her too and had to raise an eyebrow. This secretary was pretty good-looking herself! She hadnt met this Lisa when she came in, and just knew from Curtis that Matthews secretary was named Lisa Anderson. She shot a look at Matthew, leering at him. He did know how to pick himself a secretary, huh?! Would you like your coffee now, Mr. Grant? Lisa asked. She nodded at nca with a light smile and didnt greet her. Sure. Matthew nodded, somewhat displeased. You can just call from now on. Lisa had always just called to ask about it, so why had shee to the office at all? It wasnt anything serious. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. And she was interrupting his lunch with his wife! Lisa turned to leave. It was true that she hadnt needed toe and had only needed to call. But she knew nca was in the room, so out of a sense of resentment, she wanted to see for herself if Matthew really felt anything for this woman hed suddenly married, or if they were just acting the part. After all, as Matthews secretary, shed never seen him show interest in any woman. Wait a moment. nca stood and turned to Lisa. Lisa smiled and turned around. What is it, Miss Roach? nca blinked and slightly narrowed her eyes. From that Miss Roach of this secretarys and her professionally feigned smile, she realized something. This woman had set her eyes on Matthew. Secretary Anderson, was it? Please wait another half hour before you pour Matthew his coffee. Oh? Why is that? Lisa asked, frowning with a bit of displeasure. Even if she was Matthews wife, she was butting her nose in too much! Matthew also chuckled, a little confused. What, I cant even have a cup of coffee? Chapter 25 How Do You Want to Resolve It? Chapter 25 How Do You Want to Resolve It? nca pouted. I dont care about your preference. Having coffee right after eating upsets your stomach. Its best to drink coffee half an hour after a meal. Give you energy and helps with digestion too. As he listened to nca spouting folk knowledge about coffee, Matthew felt a surge of warmth, and renewed interest in nca. He knew all that already and had just wanted to shoo Lisa away instead of exining too much. He hadnt expected his wife to teach him a lesson. All right, then wait half an hour, Lisa. Matthew smiled, and his eyes seemingly only focused on nca. Only at the very end when he said Lisa did he shoot a fleeting nce at the secretary. Clenching her fist, Lisa took a deep breath and said respectfully, Yes, Mr. Grant. Oh, and Anderson? Lisa was turning again when nca called out at her. Im not Miss Roach, Im Mrs. Grant. Please call me that from now on. And then she smiled at Lisa. of course. Face dark, Lisa stalked out of the office. nca set away her expression andined to Matthew, Youre worrying me, Mr. Grant. Matthews face registered confusion. What, was the timing of his coffee habits making his wife this anxious? I always wait half an hour before I drink coffee, actually. Im not talking about coffee! nca sat back on the sofa, looking at Matthew seriously. Since were friends, heres a friendly reminder. That secretary Anderson of yours is indeed quite something. Matthew looked at her, somewhat interested. What, because she didnt admit you are my wife? His gaze was flirtatious, and the two were so close that ncas brain short-circuited for an instant looking at the fine face before her. And why was he calling her his wife always with such a teasing ir Sure, she actually was his wife, but again, it was a deal, wasnt it? They didnt need to call each other that in private at all. No, thats not it. nca inched backwards. Matthew, though, inched forwards irresistibly. Were you jealous back there? Jealous?! Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. ncaughed. How could I be! What would I be jealous for in the first ce? Im just worried for you. You men get your heads overheated whenever you see pretty women. With how much of a looker that secretary of yours is, Im afraid itll affect your daily decision-making. You dont need to worry about that. She might be my secretary, but shes only responsible for making phone calls and isnt involved in decision-making of any sort. Curtis handles my personal affairs. nca nodded thoughtfully. If that was the case, she really didnt have anything to worry about. Hang on, why did he exin it so clearly like she was actually jealous?! I dont care if your secretaries are men or women. Ive got it. A smile in his eyes, Matthew suddenly leant close and kissed her swiftly on the cheek. nca froze, her face bursting with red. Uh you Hmm? Its not enough? Matthew pecked her on the other cheek. Chapter 26 Both at Fault Chapter 26 Both at Fault nca didnt dare sit by his side any longer and she stood up, blushing. No, its enough, Im Im heading back. She took the lunchbox and fled the office. Matthew looked at her receding back and suddenly felt that a bright spot hade into his dry monotonous life. He didnt even notice the smile creeping up his face. nca ran out in a panic and was about to head into the elevator when a woman with wavy hair rushed out of the elevator herself, and the two bumped into each other. The womans hot tea spilled out and sshed all across the two. The woman let out a shriek. Are you okay? Both of them had dirtied their clothes, and both of them had been careless, but nca was aware of how shed rushed, and seeing the womans white clothes getting stained made her feel a surge of guilt. Do I look okay? The woman red at nca. These clothes are new! Im only putting them on for the first time today! As she spoke, she wiped at her clothes irritably. nca looked on. It seemed like a high-end outfit, and it was white. With a huge patch now running down the front, it didnt look good, and it probably wasnt easy to clean either. So nca offered, Then then Ill pay you back. Pay me back? You think you can afford it? My cousin bought this for me overseas! Its a designer piece, worth fifteen thousand! ncas eyes widened. Fifteen thousand??? For a dinky little white suit?! She couldnt help but sigh at how rich people lived in their own world. But well, she had dirtied her suit. Sure, her own clothes were stained, but apparently, her dress wasnt that expensive. Matthew had had Curtis buy her the dress. Shed asked him how much it costed so she could pay Matthew back, but Curtis had said that it wasnt that expensive, and itd just look bad on Matthew if she paid him back for clothes. Since Curtis had said that much, nca hadnt been so churlish as to refuse the gesture. It might be an expensive outfit, but it mighte out in the wash. How about this? Ill pay for the fees, and if it cant be cleaned, I Ill pay you back. Just thinking of paying fifteen thousand alone hurt nca, but she wasnt the type of person to shirk responsibility. As for how to get the fifteen thousand itself, shed thought it through. Matthew was the head of a whole back. At that moment, someone snorted withughter, and a familiar voice rang out. Seems like you dont know about fashion too well, Miss Roach. Marys clothes cant be washed. nca turned and saw Lisa Anderson sashaying over. Cant wash? What kind of outfit is that? nca demanded, displeased. The woman called Mary sneered. Whered this country bumpkine from, Lisa? Whys she on our floor? Lisa didnt rush to introduce nca. She still bore a grudge. Since Mary didnt know who nca was, she might as well use her to embarrass nca. Chapter 27 Paying in Instalments Chapter 27 Paying in Instalments As for this Mary, she was just an ordinary employee, throwing her weight around because she had a cousin in HR, and always trying to get Matthews attention. Now, using her to insult nca in Matthews view, hed dislike Mary for it, and nca herself would lose face. Two birds, one stone. Lisa covered her lips and giggled. Never mind, Mary. nca grew a bit perplexed. These two were acting weird. Whatd she said to get called a bumpkin? And what was wrong with this floor? This was the chairmans floor. Whered they get off holding their noses in the air?! Stop beating around the bush and just say what you mean. If you dont get it, Ill tell you C this outfit of mine can only be worn once. When it gets dirty, you cant wash it. Its no good afterwards. nca recalled how shed read in magazines that a lot of designer clothes werent designed for everyday wear. Thosedies and starlets would only wear those once. But what this woman was wearing wasnt that sort of exorbitantly expensive outfit. Definitely not to the point where it couldnt be cleaned. She was obviously saying all that just to be difficult. nca didnt have the patience to squabble on and just wanted to resolve it all, so- Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. Fine! Then Ill just pay you back fifteen thousand, is that all right? nca was about to turn and go to Matthew when that Mary grabbed her wrist. It is not all right? Youre not done? nca muttered, staring coldly at Mary. I told you, this outfit is high end and rare! Even if you have me a hundred thousand, I couldnt get it again! So what do you want? Mary smirked. Get down on your knees and apologize. nca sneered. Sorry, mydy, but I dont see a crown. Smartass! Marys eyes went red with rage and she struck out at nca. nca reacted quickly enough, caught her arm, and dragged her back. Mary staggered back, raised her head, saw Matthew approaching from a distance, and gave a pretentious ow as she fell to the ground. nca was speechless. With acting chops like that, she should have been on the big screen. As she was thinking of all that, there came footsteps from behind. Lisa dipped her head respectfully. Have we interrupted your rest, Mr. Grant? A thousand apolo Whats going on, nca? Matthew didnt even look at Lisa or listen to a word she said. Lisa swallowed thetter half of her line and watched Matthews expression resentfully. With everything hed seen, sure he would not like nca as much. She was smirking in secret when Matthew bent worriedly over nca. Why are your clothes dirty? Did you get hurt? No, I just bumped into her. nca pushed Matthews hand off her. She was in a bad mood right now. She wasnt stupid. She knew full well how Lisa and Mary were trying to gang up on her. And both of them were Matthews subordinates. That made her a little more resentful towards him. Seeing that his wife was angry and cold, Matthew realized that she must have been pushed around. Chapter 28 Clothes Worth Hundreds of Thousands Chapter 28 Clothes Worth Hundreds of Thousands Hed actually found ncas phone left on the sofa and was about to give it back to her. Then he happened to see nca taking Marys arm and shoving her off. Mary must have seen him and faked an exaggerated fall. Matthew knew that nca had her quirks, but she was simple and mild and would never go out of her way to offend other people. She must have been dragged into an argument with Mary. And this was her first timeing to his office to deliver his meals, too! Matthew was furious that such a thing had happened. Are you still not getting up, Miss Robinson? Matthew said coldly. As she heard what he said, Marys eyes reddened. Mr. Grant, Ive Ive fallen and I cant get up. Then you can stay down there. Eh? Mary blinked. nca let out a puff ofughter. As he saw her smile, Matthew rxed somewhat. Mary looked at Lisa, who gave her a look. So she stood up and said that it wasnt so serious. Apparently, she could stand now. nca set her smile away and turned to Matthew. Darling, I just bumped into this employee of yours and dirtied her clothes. She says her outfits worth fifteen thousand. Could you please pay her back? Matthew didnt hear what nca said in too much detail after that darling of hers. He knew that the girl was just ying it sappy in front of the people whod tried to bully her, but that soft, sweet darling was music to his ears. Thats fine, but my wifes outfit has gotten dirty as well. How are you nning on paying it back, Miss Robinson? Matthew shot a look at Mary. Mary herself was staring out into space. What did that woman say? Was it Darling? Was she the wife that Matthew had just announced formally? Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. Thinking about that, then looking at nca, Mary finally came back to her senses and realized that it really was the nca Roach from the press conference. Shed never thought the woman woulde to the office in person. Mary was fuming, but she could see that Matthew was angry, so she hurriedly said, Since we bumped into each other, we were both being careless, and neither of us arepletely to me Thats exactly the case, Matthew said coldly. Then you can pay each other back. My wife will pay Miss Robinson back fifteen thousand, and Miss Robinson will pay my wife back a hundred thousand. ncas heart jolted and she looked at Matthew. Mr. Grant, you were not joking, were you? This red one-piece dress was all of two cuts of fabric, and it was worth a hundred K??? Mary was simrly shaken. It wasnt that she couldnt produce a hundred thousand, but it wasnt a small sum Well, having gotten this far, there was no going back. To keep Matthew from beingpletely disappointed in her, she just had to bite the bullet anyway. Okay. Ill pay it back. nca blinked and shot a look at Matthew, mumbling, Man, its just good money working for you, huh Her voice was small but Matthew was close, so he heard everything. Of course he knew that Mary Robinson would agree only because her family had money, but he didnt want to exin it to nca at the moment, so he muttered back, Do you want toe work for me too? Chapter 29 Wait For Me To Come Back Chapter 29 Wait For Me To Come Back ncas scalp tingled and she shook her head furiously. Having to deal with this narcissist businessman every morning and night was enough. Facing him every single day was a prospect that gave her goosebumps. Mary looked at Matthew as he whispered with nca, their heads together, as if nobody else was around, feeling a surge of hateful envy, clenching her jaws so hard she almost shattered her mandibles. But it was fine, she told herself. Even if Matthew didnt like her now, it didnt mean he wouldnt like her going forward. So long as she stayed by his side, she still had a shot! She was just about to ask more about the payment when she heard Matthew call out, Miss Robinson, my secretary will get in touch with you about the payment. Then Matthew took ncas hand and returned to the office. Leaving behind his gaping subordinates. Mary and Lisa were boiling mad. Back at the office, nca asked right away C Is my outfit really worth a hundred K? Yeah. Matthews reply was mild. What about it? nca was speechless. What about it her foot! Why did you buy me something that expensive?! nca wore a confused question mark on her face. Matthew frowned. Im free to spend my money however I want, arent I? There was no arguing with this guy. Well, since hed said that, nca just stopped worrying about the money for him. She was still angry with him after all. What, are you angry with me just because I bought you expensive clothes? Looking at the irritated look the woman wore, it didnt seem like she was joking, and Matthew grew a bit bemused as well. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. nca took a deep breath. Thats not it! What she was thinking right now was C he might have protected her and dealt with the matter fairly, but she had to worry about his judgement of character. That Lisa had gone too far! Deliberately backing up everything Mary tried, and Matthew hadnt even seen a thing! Well, just thinking about it was enough. nca didnt like to talk behind others backs. If she hadnt been so angry today, she wouldnt have put Mary in the crosshairs with Matthew. Besides, she felt that even though Lisa was despicable, she should have been capable enough if she was staying by Matthews side. nca also knew that her rtionship with Matthew was just for the contract. What kind of secretaries and subordinates he had didnt have much to do with her. nca didnt go on and she extricated her hand from Matthews. If theres nothing else, Im leaving. Matthew tugged her in ce, though. Wait. She was about to ask what it was when he took his suit jacket andid it on ncas shoulders. The broad suit just managed to cover the stain on ncas dress. nca had been about to refuse, but when she thought about it, it wasnt too good to walk out all grimy. She was the wife of the head of the Empire Group now, and she had her image to consider. All right, Im off. Okay. Matthew stuffed her phone into her hand and gave her a little rap on the head. Klutzy and forgetful. nca looked up, annoyed as she rubbed her forehead and red unhappily at Matthew. That hurt, Grant! Matthews lips curved up into a smile. Iming back for dinner tonight. Wait for me. Chapter 30 Haven’t Had Family for an Eternity Chapter 30 Havent Had Family for an Eternity Ive got it, Master Grant! nca left without even looking back, grumbling to herself. Why did he have to say all that? She didnt even want to eat with him! nca took a taxi back to the mansion. Before she even entered, she saw a lengthened Rolls-Royce parked in the driveway. Mr. Johnson got out, walked in front of her, and said respectfully, Maam. Mr. Grant would like you to pay him a visit. nca was dubious about it. Whats Mr. Grant doing looking for me? Does he have some business? Mr. Johnson smiled. Mr. Grants friends brought over some high-quality beef and seafood. He knows you like seafood, but there was just so much to choose from, and its not too convenient to take them all over for you and the young master as well. He says that you might as well go over and take your pick. Hearing that, nca felt a surge of warmth. Shed said casuallyst time how her family hadnt been well-off when she was little, so shed only eaten catfish. Shed thought that shrimp was spicy because it was red, and only knew how it had tasted when she grew up. That random statement had apparently lingered with n enough for him to let here and take her N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. pick of seafood. nca knew that a few crates of upscale seafood and a few pounds of good beef might not be mainstays in regr families, but with a family like the Grants, anything they wanted to eat, they could get, and it wasnt a strange thing. The old mans care and concern, though, warmed her heart endlessly. Please wait for me a while, Mr. Johnson. Ill go set my things down and change out of these clothes. Theyre stained. Mr. Johnson smiled and said it was fine. nca went into the mansion, swiftly put on clean clothes, and followed Mr. Johnson to the Grant house. All on the way, she was thinking that C if Matthew wasing back for dinner C they might as well make it with the ingredients she was about to take back. At that idea, nca suddenly panicked. What was she doing thinking of Matthew out of nowhere?! After half an hour or so, nca walked with Mr. Johnson into the Grant house. Reaching the doorway, they saw Louise there. Before nca could speak, Louise greeted Mr. Johnson politely. Grandpa is looking for you, Mr. Johnson. I can take nca to the storeroom to take her pick. Mr. Johnson blinked. Is that so? Then Ill leave it to you, Miss Louise. He passed the keys to Louise. Its all right. You can run along now. Louise took the keys and turned to nca. Lets go, nca. nca had wanted to greet n, but since n was busy, theyd have to wait till next time. Mr. Johnson, nca called after him. Please thank Grandpa for me. Mr. Johnson turned around, all smiles. Dont worry, Maam. Ill pass the message. After the butler left, nca looked back at Louise, whose face had changedpletely. She just looked impatient now. Seemed like the manners and gentle face had just been put on for show. Still, seeing her show her colors, nca rxed. Actually, Louises feigned fa?ade just now made her more worried. She followed Louise to the basement, to the cold storage room three stories down. She knew that rich people had all sorts of luxuries and she knew that the Grant house was big, but as nca passed an enormous wine cer and a whole movie theater, she felt that her fantasies of the wealthy had, if anything, been overly limited. Chapter 31 Danger, Mr. Grant! Danger! Chapter 31 Danger, Mr. Grant! Danger! Its here. My wrist hurts and Im not helping you. Move it yourself. Louise jerked a thumb irritably at the open storeroom door. There were all premium ingredients arranged neatly in rows. Close to the door to the storeroom were severalrge, white boxes. Probably the seafood and beef that the old man wanted to give her and Matthew. Louise then pointed at the boxes. Take what you like. Grandpa knows you havent eaten this stuff before, so even if you take it all, Grandpa wont say anything about it, and we wontugh at you. nca felt her face burn. Louises arrogant attitude and mockery seemed to p across her face soundlessly. The old man meant well, but in the eyes of the others, she was probably just some rube who hadnt experienced anything at all. nca had a big heart, but she also had her pride. Even she was upset with Louises mockery. Still, if she just left like this, the old man wouldnt be happy. Then she could just take a bit with her. As for Louise, nca smiled at her and said mildly, Youre right. I havent eaten anything nice like this before. But you see, if one should feel he gets tough at somebody, just because theyve had their belly filled with high-end goods, really, it just means they were born with a proper tinum spoon stuffed into their mouth, am I right? Who who do you think youre talking to! You, of course. ncas face was cool and expressionless. At that moment, Louise suddenly had a strange feeling, like she was some maid getting scolded, while nca was some noblewoman instead?! She grit her teeth. Then her face darkened, and she shoved nca hard, pushing her into the storeroom. nca staggered forward and was about to turn when the door closed behind her. Louise Grant!!! nca turned around to m against the door, but the temperature was just too cold inside. Her fingers felt like they were about to freeze off after two ms, while Louise sneered outside. Lets see if you keep your lip as an ice cube! If you kill me, Grandpa wont let you go! Hah! Im not dumb enough to admit it. After that, Louises footsteps receded into the distance. nca gnashed her teeth, but there was nothing she could do. She took out her phone and was about to call Matthew, but there was no reception on her phone nca shivered. What was she supposed to do now? Shed found on the way here that nobody usually came around this spot. Even if she yelled until her throat burst, nobody wasing to check on her. If Louise told n and Mr. Johnson that shed taken her pick and left, nobody was going to find her in the storeroom. Sure, maybe the chef was going toe for ingredients when it was time for dinner, but dinner was several hours away, and it wasnt a guarantee that anyone woulde. nca could only pray that she was still alive before she was found. To keep herself warm, she curled up, hugging her knees. She was only in a thin dress, and regretted it to no end. It might have been better if shede in long pants instead nca thought back to Louise. This girl was both bold and ridiculously stupid. Did she really think she could escape responsibility for this? It was getting colder and colder, to the point where her rage towards Louise was slowly being frozen over. nca was getting drowsy. She knew she couldnt fall asleep, but her body temperature was dropping along with her eyelids. She retreated into a corner of the room and no longer had the strength to keep her eyes open.N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Chapter 32 He’s Here… Chapter 32 Hes Here She had no idea how long it had been, but suddenly, nca heard a ng. The door flung open, and a slender shadow fell in with the light. Footsteps approached. A strong arm took her up. nca opened her eyes drowsily and saw the clear angles of the mans face, profiled from the side. Matthew She didnt have the strength to hold on any longer. nca leant against his broad, warm chest, and fainted. The small woman in his arms was chilled through, with only a wisp of breath. Matthew felt his heart wrench. If he hadnt just happened to call nca to ask her what she was nning to do that night, he wouldnt have known shed had an incident, and nobody knew how long shed have been kept locked in there. Even if it had just been two hours, Matthew wasnt sure if she could get hypothermia from such a thing. At that thought, a deep rage ignited in him. He red at Louise beside him. If anything happens to her, I wont let you go. Listen to me, Matthew, I I dont know what went on; I thought shed finished and had gone away! Who couldve thought she was locked down there, anyway! Louises forehead was beading with sweat. Shed wanted to lock her up for a while longer, then Matthew hade around. Matthew locked at her coldly. Well discuss this after I get back. With that, Matthew carried nca upstairs. Hed asked a family doctor here already, and carried nca straight into his own bedroom. Louise froze to the stop, then ran up in a panic to the garden, where her mother was tending her nts. Mom The moment she spoke, tears came spilling down. Youve got to help me Right now, nca was going through a nightmare. She dreamt of that harsh winter when she was eight. It had snowed throughout the night, but their gas had broken down. They couldnt make food, and they couldnt get warm. Granny had to take nca to the neighbors ce to get help, but shed fallen down midway. nca wanted to help Granny up, but shed only been eight, and she didnt have the strength. Even with all her effort, she couldnt do a thing. nca turned to the cars driving down the road and the passersby on the sidewalk, sobbing helplessly, Somebodye save Granny, somebody help But in that blizzard, the pedestrians kept their clothes bound tight and hurried past. Not a single one All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. bothered to stop and help. The only thing nca could do, she found, was cry. The flurry of the dream reyed the events of the past, sucking nca down like a maelstrom. She couldnt help but mumble C Somebodye help us sir, my grandmother help my grandmother Looking at her turmoil, Matthews brow locked even deeper, and he couldnt help but stroke her cheek. The family doctor had left after he gave her a shot for the fever. Hed left instructions and said she had been lucky and it was not toote when she was found. There was nothing really serious with her. She just had to keep warm and rest. As he saw how she was gued by nightmares, Matthew held her hand. Dont be afraid. Im here. nca actually calmed down. Her memories went on, and the dream continued That night, in the wind and snow, she wept for an untold eternity until a ck limousine stopped before them, and a young man walked down from the car. The boy looked at her, then at her grandmother, and told the driver behind him, Take them to the hospital. Yes, Master. Chapter 33 The Young Man in Her Memories Chapter 33 The Young Man in Her Memories nca and her Granny got in the car. Through her film of tears, she looked at the young man sitting in front. He didnt say a word, his lips tight, as cold as the weather outside. But the boys hand had been warm when he pulled her up. His heart must be warm as well. Just like how warm it had just been nca snuggled her face closer into Matthews palm, like a kitten. The soft touch on his skin softened Matthews heart even further. nca. nca. She finally opened her moist eyes and looked at Matthew before her. The image of the boy in her memories slowly ovepped with the person before her. She sat up sharply and leapt into Matthews arms, hugging his neck tightly. Thank you Both she and her grandmother had been saved that day, but she hadnt seen that boy again. Shed been too young and in too much of a panic to even say thank you. Matthew, though, didnt know what nca had dreamed, and didnt know why shed suddenly thanked him. He thought she was thanking her for saving him. He stroked her back lightly. What are you thanking your own husband for? nca jolted and managed to extract herself from the muddy waters of the dream. She wiped her tears off hastily and let Matthew go. I I had a dream. What did you dream of? When she hugged him, she seemed to have mistaken him for someone else, hed actually felt a bit jealous. But since nca had been through so much, and she was sick, he didnt put her to the question. nca was about to describe her dream when she looked at Matthews face and froze. She didnt quite remember that boys appearance. All those years had passed, after all. That dream back there, though, seemed to awaken her memories. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. The young man had resembled Matthew somewhat About twelve years ago, do you remember helping an old woman? It was a snowy day. When nca finished, Matthew couldnt help but narrow his eyes. You were the little girl back then? nca hadnt even told him that the old woman had a granddaughter, but Matthew had just up and asked her if she was that little girl back then C which meant that he was really the boy back then! So it really was you. Matthew smiled. Seems like were fated to be together. nca blushed. She did feel that way at this moment. Only, Matthew had been so kind back then! And now Well, how was she supposed to put it C he wasnt a bad person and hed treated her to meals and put her in nice homes. Every time she asked something of him, though, he set terms and conditions, and hed even had her do the food delivery job! That was too far! What, so moved you dont know what to say? Matthew chuckled. He was quite happy at the moment. The girl hed saved back then had left a strong impression on him too. Hed just gotten second ce in an exam, not first, and his father had chewed him out for it. Hed been devastated back then, but the girl made him feel like he wasnt so bad. When she looked at him, her eyes had sparkled with pure gratefulness and liking. He remembered that look even now. He finally knew why he felt so special with nca. It was probably those familiar eyes. Im not moved! I just feel like its really surprising how much people can change. Matthew squinted. You mean Im not as good a person as before? Chapter 34 How About If I Feed You Chapter 34 How About If I Feed You Well, no. I could have been blind to your true nature back then with your one kind gesture. Matthew leant close to nca and stared at her threateningly. Then how about I bare my true nature to you right here, right now? With that, his gaze dipped lower, to her slightly open pajama cor. nca hugged her clothes tight. D-dont mess around. Im a patient right now, you know! Matthew narrowed his eyes. Right. Ill devour you after you get better. Hearing that, nca shivered. So she really hadnt seen through the true color of this man back then! Seeing her on guard like a rabbit, Matthew decided to stop teasing her. Mr. Johnson came with chicken broth, and he took the bowl. Do you want to drink it yourself? How about I feed you? nca flushed bright red. Mr. Johnson was still in the room! This guy just felt no shame She stole a nce at Mr. Johnson, who was smiling as he beat a retreat, closing the door for them gently. Matthew took up a spoon and acted as if he was about to feed her. nca snatched the bowl over. I can do it myself. Finishing the soup, nca sighed infort, feeling her body liven up. Im sorry I came sote. Matthew took a tissue and wiped her mouth lightly. Louise went too far. Ill make her pay, and apologize to you. What are you going to do? His brows furrowed. nca felt he was a little terrifying at this moment. Shed heard of Matthew before all this. Hed inherited thepany at a young age not just from family support. He really had his methods. And he was never soft on people whod made enemies of him. nca bore a grudge towards Louise, but she was also afraid Matthew would do something with no regard for the consequences, so she grew slightly worried. What do you want me to do? Matthew cocked an eyebrow and asked. Since he was leaving it up to her, that made things easier. At least there wasnt going to be any killings. Of course, it didnt mean she had to put up with it. Revenge was a must, and as for how She could leave that to n. The Grant family had strict rules that nca had heard from Matthew already. She just wanted Louise to get punished and remember her lesson, so naturally, n was in charge of that. nca believed would uphold justice well enough. He seemed understanding, after all. I want the family to know about what Louise did to me, nca said surely. There was no point to struggling with Louise in the shadows, and she wasnt interested in such a thing either. She just wanted the senior generation to know about her bad behavior, and step up for her. All right. Ill tell Grandpa personally. Matthew said, his voice unusually gentle. He knew that nca wanted justice above all else, and he wasnt nning on hiding it from n in the first ce. Louise had gone too far this time, after all. In the living room, Louise paced back and forth, while Carrie sat on the sofa, eating grapes as if she wasnt worried at all. Looking at her mother, Louise ran over in her panic and took the tter of grapes away. Seriously, Mom, they areing for me, and youre still snacking? Are you just going to leave your daughter out to dry?!Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Chapter 35 You’ve Got Some Nerve! Chapter 35 Youve Got Some Nerve! Whats the rush? Carrie spat out the skin of a grape and said, displeased, The family doctor just said that shes fine, right? Shell get better after a bit of rest, wont she? Mom- Carrie was frantic. Her mother hade up with the plot. Nothing was supposed to go wrong, but now everything had spiraled south. She was terrified. Matthew looked like he wanted to y her alive. If the matter was known by n, she was probably going to be judged by the whole family. You and your cowardice! Carrie shook her head, exasperated. She just had to give birth to such a useless daughter. If her daughter had half her capabilities, she wouldnt have been unable to get the man Matthew up to this point. A whileter, youll go upstairs and apologize to nca directly. Huh? Me, apologize to her?! In Louises mind, she was thedy of the house, supported and loved by everybody. Who was nca again? Just some country girl, but now she was flying all the way to the top! As she saw how timid and irresponsible her daughter was, Carrie was fuming. How many times have I told you? Watch where the wind blows, and keep a low profile when you need to. Apologize to her properly, and then no matter what, just insist that you hadnt meant it. With me here, they cant do anything to you. Really Louise looked indecisively at her mother. Carrie nodded and patted her clothes down. Come on. Lets get this done before your grandfather With that, Carrie took her daughters hand and was about to lead her upstairs. Stop right there! There came a bark from behind. The mother and daughter halted in their tracks, exchanged a nce, and turned around. Carrie was all smiles. Back early today, Dad. Louise also greeted him with a wavering voice. Grandpa n had been visiting a friend when hed received Matthews call and knew that Louise had shut nca in a storehouse. Hed flown into a rage and rushed back. The moment he stepped in, hed heard Carrie and Louises conversation. He was about to spit fire. Youve got some nerve, Louise! n raged. We Grants have always valued integrity. You might not be my flesh and blood, but Ive always done my best to teach you how to behave. I didnt think youd go so far against nca with such methods! Talking about the Grant family and then nca in rapid session, he clearly meant that Louise wasnt part of the family, and didnt match ncas position in ns heart. Louises eyes reddened and she bit her lip. What? Youre pissed? n stamped his cane in his wrath. Louise stiffened. Sure she was pissed. She was also pissing her pants with n here. Grandpa, I I didnt mean it. I w-was just ying a prank on nca. A prank? Its fun ying a prank with your sister-inws life? n had always been strict with his children, and he really was angry now. He shot a look at Mr. Johnson and spat, Shut Louise in the storeroom and show her what the prank feels like! Everyone obeyed ns word, and Louises eyes widened. She tugged at Carrie in terror. Mom! Mom, help me, Ill freeze to death in there!All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Chapter 36 Old Mr. Grant’s Justice Chapter 36 Old Mr. Grants Justice Louise was Carries flesh and blood, and Carrie panicked as well, looking hurriedly at n, who was still fuming. Dad, Louise is just a kid. How about you let her off this time that nca is fine, right? Were all family. No need to make things so tense. Just a kid? Isnt nca just a kid, too? nca had already heard themotion. She had Matthew help her out of the bedroom and into the living room. Grandpa. What are you doing outside, nca? Get back in there and rest. Im fine Youre fine this time because you got lucky. What if you had no luck? n looked at Louise again. Take her inside, Johnson! Mr. Johnsons face was cold as he grabbed Louises arm. Lets go, Miss Louise. After Louise was taken away, nca was surprised that n would punish his granddaughter so harshly. Shed just wanted to show n Louises true face, and have him scold her a bit so shed wise up. Now that Louise was being literally refrigerated, nca did feel it was sweet getting back at her, but she also knew that it was torture. She was about to ask n not to shut Louise in too long. It wouldnt do to actually kill her. Shed just said the word Grandpa when she was cut off. Rest up, nca. No need to concern yourself with Louise. Shes gone too far this time. No matter what, I have to teach her a lesson, or she would only make bigger problems one day. With that, n patted nca on the shoulder. Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. nca opened her mouth, but n didnt give her a chance to make a case for Louise. He turned, walked outside, and stopped next to Matthew. Take care of her for these days, Matthew. If its not convenient for you to live here, you can go back to your ce. Ill have my doctore in and check nca every day. Yes, Grandpa. Meanwhile, Louise had already been shut into the storeroom, and she was sobbing as she pped against the storeroom door. It waspletely frigid, and she took her hand back. They were swollen and red already, and her tears fell even harder. Louise, Louise, dont panic. Carries worried voice came from outside. Hang in there. When your father gets back, Ill persuade him to let you out as soon as possible. Its so cold in here, Mom. Get me out of here! Louises sobs continued as Carrie sighed. Her precious daughter was the apple of her eye. Shed never suffered like this before, and as her mother, she wasnt happy either. Recalling how nca back there had faked her sympathy as if she was going to plead Louises case, Carries rage was burning, and she muttered to herself, Dont worry, Louise, Mommys going to chase that bitch out of the Grant family! Louise had been shut in there for an hour already. Carrie was getting frantic. It was her flesh and blood, after all. If something really happened to her, what was she supposed to do? Wilbert, the girl knows shes done wrong. Shes never been healthy, and if something happens to her, what am I supposed to do? Shes learned her lesson already. How about we go and plead with Dad to let her out? Chapter 37 Do You Think I’m a Bad Girl Chapter 37 Do You Think Im a Bad Girl Wilbert had juste back when Carrie babbled everything that had happened in the afternoon to him. She skimmed over the bad parts, and as he heard about the matter, Wilbert frowned. He had a rough idea of what Carrie and Louise got up to, but if they didnt go too far, hed just let them be. Louise really had gone too far this time, though. Still, Louise wasnt his actual daughter, and if he mistreated her and word got out, theyd probably start talking about him behind his back about how he was cold and ruthless to a daughter he didnt spawn. Since its Dads decision, he must have his own considerations. Dont fret, Wilbert said. Dont fret? How am I supposed not to fret? Oh Wilbert, back then when you married me, you swore up and down that you were going to treat Louise as your own daughter. Shes just made a small mistake, and you Grants are doing this to her, like youre going to chase us out oh you horrid, horrid man! Carrie wailed, talking about Wilbert like he was some mustache twirling viin. Wilberts face turned livid. Hed chosen Carrie in the beginning because shed attracted him, but with her crying and wailing like this, all he felt was a headache. What had possessed him back then to take on such a difficult woman? All right, stop crying, Ill go talk to Dad. As she heard what Wilbert said, Carrie feigned the act of wiping her tears away, all while a smile floated up on her lips. It wasntpletely dark outside and Wilbert was about to go plead for mercy with n. Then he found that Mr. Johnson had taken a shivering Louise outside. Mom, Dad, Im freezing Carrie hugged Louises trembling hand to her bosom. As she saw how her daughter was trembling, Carries heart throbbed. Her tears fell again. Wilbert! Look at my poor Louise! She needs to marry outter on, and if she gets sick from this whats she supposed to do? Listening to her, Wilberts sharp brow furrowed. He gestured. What are you standing around for, then? Take her and put some clean clothes on! And get the family doctor over to check on her! Hearing themotion outside, nca realized that Louise had been let out already, and she heaved a sigh of relief. That might, she and Matthew decided to stay in the house. n had said it was fine if they wanted to leave at any time, but if they really left, n might feel the familys not snug and cozy enough to keep the children around, so nca convinced Matthew to stay for the night. Matthew had just showered and walked out of the bathroom when nca said, I just heard that they let Louise out. I was worried n would keep her in there all night. Matthew chuckled. Indeed, n was strict with his kids, but knew his limits. He wasnt really going to get Louise killed. Still, with his wife gnashing her teeth with hatred at Louise one moment, then worried too badly to sit the next, he found it interesting. What, are you guilty? nca bit her lip. How should I put it she deserved what she got for shutting me in there, but I didnt want to get her killed Grandpa knows his limits. Matthew smirked. So you do have a soft side. nca red at him. Hey, what do you mean by that? Do you think Im a bad girl?!N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Chapter 38 About Time to Live Like Husband and Wife Chapter 38 About Time to Live Like Husband and Wife nca grumbled internally. There was a difference between not letting people walk all over her and being genuinely malicious, okay! How do you want me to think of you, then? Matthew suddenly leant close. Hed wanted to tease her, but nca just so happened to sit up at that moment, and the two bumped into each other. He went with the motion and slipped an arm around her waist. Their bodies stuck together tightly. He lowered his head, gaze following on the slight swell of ncas chest. nca followed his gaze and went bright red, shoving him off her. You you rascal! You were the one whod cozied up to me. Matthew smiled mildly, took the covers off, and was about to lie down. Hey, what are you doinging in bed? You can take the sofa. nca shrank back, startled. The sofas too small. I cant sleep there. Then Ill go. nca was about to get up and leave when Matthew reached out and tugged her back into bed, pressing her between his own body and the mattress. His breathing started getting rough and hard. Matthew thought back to that night in the bar, and how itd been the first time theyd met. Shed been so drunk and had hooked on him actively, mumbling things about how gentlemen ought to treat ady. Back then, hed been tempted, but it wasnt Matthews style to have rtions with strangers. Seeing this woman full of herself now, and thinking back to how shed been the active part that night, he felt a surge of regret and wanted a chance to make up for it. M-Matthew? What are you doing?! Hearing the heavy breathinging from above her head, ncas heart sped up and leapt into her throat. Matthew lowered his head deviously, whispering next to ncas ear, What do you think? His deep voice seemed to pierce her heart like an arrow! ncas body went limp and she felt like she was getting electrocuted. Her brain went offline as her mouth worked without getting a word out. Were married now, and its about time we start living like husband and wife, isnt it? Slender fingers stroked down slowly from ncas hair, and she felt like shed been muted. I Im ill right now, can you really bear to go down on nca bit her lip, her quick thinking and unruly temper gone, a tiny rabbit pleading with the big bad wolf to let her go. Looking at her delicate features, Matthews breath caught in his throat and he dipped his head down, All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. kissing her. The kiss was forceful and demanding. Inexperienced, nca was soon out of breath. Mmphh ncas eyes widened and she tried to push Matthew off. She might as well have been tickling him with how little he moved! Matthew, though, seemed like addicted to such a feeling. Hed never thought her lips were this soft and sweet, and he couldnt help but deepen his kiss Then he hissed. A sweet taste burst out on the tip of his tongue. Matthew opened his eyes, his pupils now only ck pits of desire. nca had been shaken, and her lips were trembling. Youre a pervert! Seeing that his wife really was about to get mad, Matthew let her go slowly. Of course, that was out of consideration for her body and health. They could consummate the marriage another time. All right, dont raise a fuss and go to sleep. Im not interested in ill patients. With that, Matthew shut the lights off. As for nca C ??? He was the one whod leapt on her in the first ce, and she was the one who wasnt supposed to raise a fuss?! Chapter 39 Chasing Me Off? Chapter 39 Chasing Me Off? She wanted to talk back, but she knew better than to put up a fight with him. If she really pushed this lustful man and he did something, nca didnt think shed be able to take it. So she went to sleep. Shed tired herself out throughout the day, and drifted off soon enough. As he sensed the even breathinge from the pillowside, Matthew sighed, got out of bed, and went for a cold shower to drain the heat from his body before he went back to bed to sleep. The following morning, nca and Matthew left without even eating breakfast. Before leaving, Carrie, under Wilberts supervision, put on a whole show of giving nca a wide supplement selection. nca took them all, smiling. On the way back, Matthew drove a low-profile car. Seeing nca smiling happily in the front seat, he said, Is it nice to go home? Of course it is! The mansion is like a whole castle, with so many rules and so many people looking at me I didnt even dare make a pant. It was killing me. You were panting just fine, actually. nca red at him, but she was in a fine mood, so she didnt squabble with him. The car coasted along steadily. Maybe shed just gone through too muchst night. nca fell asleep again. It was springtime, flowers were in bloom, and there was birdsong and fragrance everywhere. Matthew stopped the car outside the mansion and was about to remind nca to get off when he noticed she was asleep. Her pale face had a hint of a smile, her longshes left a small shadow below her eyes, her nose was small and delicate, and her pink lips spread lightly N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Mmm are we home? nca suddenly opened her eyes. Matthew didnt look away and kept his gaze trained on her. nca had only just regained her senses when she felt the heat from his eyes. Realizing it was Matthew, she twitched, a little ill at ease. Is C Is there something on my face? Why are you looking at me like that? What really goes through your mind, nca? Huh? Nothing. Matthew had lost hisposure somewhat. He looked away and pretended he hadnt asked such a strange question. He opened the car door and walked briskly out. nca scratched her head, looking confusedly at Matthew and his sudden change. Did rich people all have such fluctuating personalities? Well, thatd make things difficult. As Matthew and nca got in the mansion, Mrs. Brown greeted them, beaming. The two washed their hands and sat down in the dining room for breakfast. That was afortable meal for nca. She finished, burped, and looked at Matthew across her, smiling. Arent you supposed to go to work? What, chasing me off? this is your house, so how am I supposed to chase you off? nca grinned like the cat whod swallowed the canary. She pointed at the artworks that shed brought back from n. Old Mr. Grant gave this to me. If youre going out to work, could you give me a lift to the mall? I want to have this framed. ns brushstrokes were strong and powerful, yetpletely natural and free-flowing. nca appreciated the beauty of these artworks as well, and she wasnt about to let such a precious treasure get covered by dust in a deserted corner. Then they went to thergest mall for art connoisseurs in Oakshire. nca regretted thoroughly letting Matthewe out with her. Her footsteps were rushed, and she just wanted to get the things over with and get back. Then Matthew took her cor and nca was forced to look into his eyes. Is it a chore being out with me, nca? Chapter 40 In Broad Daylight… Chapter 40 In Broad Daylight The woman had rushed all the way, as if she didnt want to spend one second longer strolling around with him. Its not a chore, nca said, looking at him seriously. Its just really ufortable. Cant you feel it? Ever since we stepped in the mall, theres been people looking at you constantly. Theyre even taking pictures of us. She didnt like to be gawped at like some zoo exhibit. really? I havent noticed. Matthew wasnt aware at all. Hed probably experienced this sort of thing too much to pay attention. Still, if she didnt like to stand out, then they could go for more low-profile outfits next time. Matthew took her to a familiar storefront straight away, got people to frame the work, andmanded, Send it to my ce after youre done. All right. Matthew had dealt with it directly, and nca looked at him, somewhat taken aback. You were taking me around in circles deliberately? Matthew had brought her to the mall, and theyd walked around without finding a suitable ce. nca had thought that there just wasnt one, but now, seemed like Matthew was just taking her around the mall! Still, she didnt hate walking around Just walking around with you. Matthew had never gone out with a girl and strolled around before, but when he saw ncas excited expression, hed felt it was fun, so hed stayed and walked around with her for a while longer. As for artwork stores, of course he had some idea. nca, though, grew dubious. Wasnt he usually busy? Whyd he get the free time to stroll around with her? Dont you men all hate walking around in malls? How many men have you gone walking around with, then? Matthew shot back, his face growing cool. nca massaged her forehead. Not that many Hm? I mean, I read it from a book. Anyway, thanks for today. nca grumbled at how she always ended up so nervous with this guy. Right, shed never gone out with a guy before. Matthew narrowed his eyes. If you want to thank me, dont just say it. Do something. ncas eyes widened, and she was wondering what the man meant. Matthew shook his head, exasperated, and bent down slightly, giving her a peck on the cheek. nca blushed bright red. Wh-what are you doing? People will stare Not just that, really C aside from a few passersby who couldnt help but look at the couple, there were N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. tabloids following them and snapping pictures. Whats the issue? Were out in the open as a good-looking pair. Let them stare. This guy looked so cold regrly, so what was with this way of words Still, the artworks of n had been framed, and Matthew needed to get back to work. He had his driver take nca home while he went to thepany. But before he left, Matthew told nca what he wanted to eat for the afternoon What a tyrant! He had so many servants andckeys and he still ask her to deliver the food! After nca went home, Mrs. Brown had already prepared a veritable feast. Shed dyed on the way back, so she didnt have the time to put on makeup or change her clothes. She directly took the lunchbox and headed for the Empire Group Building. nca stepped in and walked to the CEO exclusive elevator like she owned the ce. The people behind her saw her and were all like thunderstruck! Holy! You see her face?! Isnt that the woman from the press conference? Is she our chairmans wife, then? Chapter 41 Don’t Like It? I’ll Get You A New One Chapter 41 Dont Like It? Ill Get You A New One nca heard all of that clearly, and had to wonder what she was thinkinging out without looking halfway decent! Sure, she looked fine enough, but some people only looked at clothes and purses and other essories. Without it, it was sure to draw contempt. She might not have cared before, but now she represented Matthew as well, so she did have to pay attention to that sort of thing now. But she didnt know the first thing about makeup. As for dressing up and putting an outfit together, shed never bothered before either. The elevator reached the floor of Matthews office. nca walked out, went straight to the door, knocked, and went in. Matthew looked up at her expressionlessly. Go over there and wait for me. Seemed like he was still busy. nca brought the lunchbox over to the sofa area. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Thinking of those words from back then, she couldnt help but feel a bit ufortable. She poked the plush pillow on the side. Incessantly. After he was done with work, Matthew saw the way nca was sitting all puffed up on the sofa. She was still taking it out on the plush pillow when he arrived at her side. What, dont like the pillow? Yeah. Matthew cocked an eyebrow. Then Ill have someone get you a new one. nca blinked and snapped back to reality. Wait, no, its not the pillow. Do you know any good makeup artists or stylists? You want to learn how to do makeup? Well, that was quick. Fine, might as well just admit it. Yeah. Im your wife now, and Id embarrass you if I dont know how to style myself, right? Matthew went quiet for a moment. Did someone say something? He asked such a thing because this girl just had everything written across her face. She was blunt and straightforward before, now she was poking pillows and talking about learning makeup. She must have heard something. nca bit her lip. Not really. Just tell me if you know people like that? She didnt like talking about others behind their back. The women talking about her were just jealous, and she wasnt trying to take it up with them by learning makeup. It was just a decision after considering things long-term. Matthew thought about it and said, You dont need makeup. This is fine. Lets eat. Eh? Seemed like he was praising her. nca chewed on her lip some more. Fine, since he was saying that much, forget it! nca was still unable to sit still, while Matthew had sat down elegantly and opened up his lunchbox. Maybe because of this little ident today, hed worked up an appetite. There were four dishes and a soup inside the lunchbox, and Matthew took them out one at a time with his slender fingers, finally taking up a silver-ted fork. Faced with the delicacies before her, her ill mood dissipated. nca stopped holding back and dug in, taking her seat. Eating halfway, nca seemed to think of something. Did you know that such a day woulde? Hm? That theyd look down on me. There was a bit of a smile in Matthews dark eyes. His thin lips parted, and his smooth bass came out again. Youre my wife. The people whore talking about you behind your back are either jealous or bored. It was just an arrangement nca couldnt help but emphasize. Before thew or before everyone else, this is fact, Matthew stated. nca fell silent. That somewhat made sense She stopped overthinking things and started concentrating on her meal. She didnt know that right now, outside the office window, Lisa the secretarys gaze was fixed on them. Really? How was this clot a fitting match for the chairman Chapter 42 You’re My Wife Chapter 42 Youre My Wife After lunch, Matthew didnt make nca stay. After walking out the office, Lisa brought nca out. This time, nca heard clearly what the others were saying about her. Is this the rumored Mrs. Chairman? She doesnt give off adylike aura at all Yeah, whyd the chairman take a shine to such a person? Didnt you see the magazine today? The chairman even went on a date with her in the morning, and she was wearing just that! Hearing the swell of public opinion, ncas footsteps slowed. Getting into the elevator, Lisa slid in as well just before the doors closed. nca greeted Lisa with a well-trained gesture. Good afternoon, Miss Anderson. good afternoon. Lisa hesitated, then showed a professional smile. Dont mind thosements from earlier, Mrs. Grant. The chairmans young and charming, and colleagues in the office tend to fantasize about him. Now that their fantasies have shattered, theyre attacking you for it. That did make sense. After all, Matthew wasnt just one of the most eligible bachelors in Oakshire, he also held a whole citys economic lifeline in his hands. With such an excellent specimen, everyone might have been better off if hed stayed single. Now a random pedestrian like her had just snatched him up, so of course the masses were furious! So thats what it is. Then, Miss Anderson C do you look Matthew as well? Oh? Thats Lisa didnt think that nca would just say that out of nowhere, and hurriedly exined, Since Mr. Grant is so brilliant, as his subordinates, we naturally look up to him. Still, we only admire him at work and learn from him; thats all. nca smiled and didnt say anything else. They were both women and didnt need to say much. It was clear just from Lisas eyes that she had Matthew on her mind. nca had brought it up deliberately to let her know not to try useless tricks or plots. She might look easy to pick on, but she wasnt a victim. On Lisas end, she grew a bit hesitant. nca was the wife of the chairman, after all. If Matthew heard All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. anything, shed be done for. At that moment, there came a twist! You bitch, nca! Before nca could do anything, there came a loud WHAP and a pnded swiftly across her face. Her cheek burned and there came the sound of breaths being sucked in around her. Maam Lisa looked in shock at the mad woman before her, but nca waved her off, wearing a sneer. I can handle this myself. nca touched her face. It was probably swollen. She just had to move to feel her skin throb. Man, that was a real blow. So you steal my boyfriend ande after me outright? Youve got some nerve, Kylie! nca didnt want to make a scene at the Empire Group Building, but she wasnt about to let herself get walked all over! Now that Kylie was up and stepping in her foot, there was no reason to just let her at it. You you bitch, you You must have done something to Todd that day we met. He hasnte back home for days now! Thats what you are, a bitch! Kylies eyes reddened resentfully and she specifically chose words as ugly as possible. Chapter 43 Revenge Chapter 43 Revenge Kylies hand was still trembling, but ncas sudden forceful aura intimidated her into silence. What was with this girl? She seemed like apletely different person with those airs she was giving out!! Im the bitch? What does that make you? Would you steal the boyfriend of a bitch? nca felt at the root of her teeth with her tongue. There was already swelling where Kylie had hit her, and the sickly copper sweetness of blood filled her gums. The people around watching the show all perked up their ears. The color on Kylies face slowly receded and she gnashed her teeth. Dont think you can just do what you want just because you married the head of the Empire Group with your tricks. Hes a rich man, and why would he want you? You are just some countryside bumpkin who never even went to college, and a thief at that! In her rage, Kylie didnt hold back on her mouth either. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Ever since theyd seen nca in front of civil services, Todd seemed to changepletely. He wasnt focused even when eating with her, and for all the work she put into looking seductive at night, he didnt even have the desire to touch her! How was she supposed to take it as a newlywed? Youre just a ragged shoe, nca, and Todd discarded you like one. You think youre anything special? Kylie snapped viciously. Well, at least I dont steal my best friends boyfriend. What do you think? nca smiled. She didnt want to fight over who the bitch was, right here, right now, with Kylie. This was the Empire Group, and nca wasnt that dumb. She didnt want her reputation to get worse. So she turned around directly towards Lisa. Miss Anderson, please get security in here and toss this woman out. W-what? Youre just abusing your power! Faced with Kylies howls, nca stroked her chin and looked at her thoughtfully. With her gaze, she seemed to be considering something. Looking at Kylie made her sick to her stomach, but she still thrust her chest out. Well, first off, its not really abuse when its you were talking about. And, uh nca showed a cunning smile, took a step forward, and lowered her voice as she walked up by Kylies side. So I am abusing my power; so what? If youve got what it takes, you marry such a man and abuse your power too. Oh, right, I forgot youre now just some rugged shoes Todd Small yed around with and threw away. Theres probably no man whod take a shine to you, huh. As nca finished, Kylie was staggering on her feet. She looked in shock at the woman before her. When had ncas tongue gotten this sharp?! Y-youre not Ill just wait and see. nca lifted a hand, and security staff Lisa had summoned dragged Kylie away. nca observed sharply that Mary Robinson, whod tried to make trouble for her before, had also followed her out. Seemed like Kylie was here looking for Mary. Like attracted like, even with scum. She finished her words, and put away her sharp aura. Lets go, Miss Anderson. Lisa followed behind nca without saying a word, but her hands at her sides were clenched tight into fists. Seemed like nca wasnt as easy to handle as she looked! This was going to be a hard drudge. Even she hadnt noticed how much envy she had in her eyes as she looked at nca. Up until the moment nca left, the tension in the office finally dissipated, and everyone sobered up, returning to their business. Wow, when Mrs. Chairman put her foot down, the boot was heavy! Chapter 44 A Ridiculously Edited Video Chapter 44 A Ridiculously Edited Video Ack! Before the doorway of the Empire Group Building, Kylie was thrown to the ground hard, and she spat out insults without caring for her image. Why are you so rude? Is it how you treat guests at the Empire Group? Youckeys Enough. Are you okay, Kylie? Mary ran over in a panic. Shed grown up in the same ce as Kylie, but shed never thought that Kylie bore a grudge with nca. Kylies eyes showed a vipers venom and she pushed Marys proffered hand away. Dont touch me! Kylie Mary murmured, her voice low, a tinge of contempt shing through her eyes. Kylie had always acted like hot shit from growing up. Shed always held her head up high before her friends, especially after marrying Todd Small. Apparently, the man was some small manager in apany, and had bought a tiny apartment in Oakshire, which made them even more jealous. Damn nca, she really thinks shes something. Isnt she just some bitch? Todd didnt even take her seriously back then! Kylie struggled to her feet. Security had gone back and only Mary was left at her side. Really? Shes the beansprout you mentioned before? Do you have a grudge against her, nca? N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Mary deliberately took ncas elbow and lowered her voice. It doesnt take a genius to see that ncas a shady character. She even bullied you in public. We cant let her off! Wha? Oh right, you forgot. I told you that I got bullied by a delivery girlst time. Thats the one The two were a match for each other, but havinge out with Lisa, nca didnt know about it. Lisa escorted her downstairs and said respectfully. Madam, you dont have to take meals here every day. Weve always handled those little things in house. There was meaning behind Lisas words and nca raised an eyebrow. Its fine. Ive got free time and I can juste by. It wasnt that she couldnt hear what Lisa meant, but she didnt say anything about it. She said goodbye, then ducked into the car. Curtis had the driver start the car right away. Looking at the Empire Group building recede into the distance, Lisa stroked her chin deviously. No wonder Matthew had said she could shield him from suitors. From this half a month, it was clear that there actually were a lot of suitors around him Really, they were all just employees. Did they want to fly up the rungs this way? No self-awareness at all. Not like her. She was just thinking of a moment to get something out of Matthew and go their separate ways. Madam Madam? Huh? nca was deep in her own thoughts and didnt hear Curtis call for her at all. Turning around, she saw Curtis looking at her with a stressed expression, kinda like he was constipated. Her lips twitched. What is it? Uh theyre suddenly showing news about you. Curtis wiped the sweat off his brow and handed a phone over to nca. nca took the phone dubiously. She wasnt some media star, so why was there news of her? Shed forgotten that even if she wasnt a star, Matthew was a hot topic in Oakshire! nca looked at the news and her face darkened further and further. Who the heck did this?! Madam, lets leave this to the chairman, Curtis said awkwardly. Chapter 45 Honey, You’re Home Chapter 45 Honey, Youre Home nca ground her teeth. These people really did know how to dig up old histories. They hadnt just with Kylie. Only, the text clearly wrote that because nca managed to bag therge fish in the form of Matthew, shed broken up with Todd, whom shed been dating for years. Todd begged nca repeatedly to change her mind, but nca chased him off. Kylie stayed by Matthews side, and the two finally ended up together. But then, as Mrs. Chairman, nca started bullying the two Heh, random nonsense like this gets the publishing clear? Seeing the sudden cold emanating from nca, Curtis tucked his sses up the bridge of his nose, frowning slightly. Reporters always just make assumptions. The video below is being cited as proof. Someone had leaked footage of ncas argument with Kylie! At night, nca was in a strapped onesie as she sat on the sofa, hugging her knees to her as she watched a show and stuffed honey vored potato chips into her mouth. With a click, the door opened. Youre back? nca showed a smile, got sweetly and obediently off the sofa, set everything on the tea table and ran over in her slippers. She took his briefcase from his arms dutifully and inclined her head at him. Theres dinner being kept warm in the dining room. The bath is ready. Do you want to have dinner first or your bath first? Seeing ncas pleasing smile, she definitely had ulterior motives. Matthew just up and let nca deal with his briefcase and put on slippers of his own. He shot an emotionless look at her. If you need something, just say it. nca staggered, but still maintained her smile. So, uh, h-honey, were husband and wife now, so we share the hits taken to our reputation, right? Okay? Hearing her call him honey, Matthew jolted imperceptibly. Hed caught wind of what happened in the afternoon. As the chairman of the Empire Group, no little detail escaped his gaze. The moment Kylies business came up, Lisa had told him without hiding anything back. He wasnt asking about it because he wanted to see how nca would deal with it. As his wife, nca couldnt be totally defenseless. There was tabloid news out about us in the afternoon, did you know that? nca probed. Seeing that Matthew wasnt responding, she continued loudly, Really, those tabloids. When they have free time, they go around sneaking shots. We were just going over to get the old mans calligraphy framed, and they made a dogs ear out of it and said we were in bed together nca studied Matthews expression carefully as she spoke. Text ? by N0ve/lDrama.Org. When shede back in the afternoon, Curtis had told her in no uncertain terms that her actions in the afternoon at thepany could have consequences. If people used it with ulterior motives, it could affect the reputation and image of the wholepany! She couldnt handle something that big! I heard about what happened this afternoon, nca. Dont bother with random rumors. Matthew took out a bottle of water from the fridge and drank it all in one go. The glug-glug-glug sound rooted nca to the spot. So he knew Chapter 46 Is the PR Department for Show Chapter 46 Is the PR Department for Show nca decided to act first and showed a misty gaze to Matthew. Im sorry. I was wrong for what I did this afternoon. If need be, I can clear things up. Oh? Exactly what did you do wrong? Matthew sat down sternly on the sofa and looked at the junk food on the table, growing a bit displeased. Exactly what did she do wrong. nca massaged her temple with her hand. Wasnt a phrase like that supposed to be uttered by a wife to a cheating husband? It felt so pouty. Out with it. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Matthew tossed the empty bottle into the bin and looked at nca. She was in a whitece onesie with two narrow straps on the shoulders, showing her narrow neck and beautiful corbone, and it just looked ravishing. This girl was being deliberate, wasnt she? Matthew looked away, and nca immediately said, I made a mistake not shutting Kylie up right then and there, and I let her speak. I shouldnt have allowed her the opportunity to get any words out! That wouldnt have started the wildfire rumors all over the city! Matthew ignored her and walked towards the bedroom. ncas heart hammered away. Well, drat, was he really angry? nca followed behind, jogging up, babbling while she did. Up until they headed to the bedroom, Matthew suddenly stopped in her tracks and looked coolly at her. The bathwaters ready, right. Its ready, all ready, nca said, allckey-like. Matthew nodded and went into the bathroom. nca felt like all her strength had been sucked out and slid down leaning on the bathroom door. There came the sound of water from the inside, and she listened in for a while. Then she shook her fist. What was that all about?! At least give her an opinion! Her fate waspletely out of her hands at this point. Then her stomach chose that moment to gurgle, and ncas pale face scrunched up. She hadnt eaten from noon till now. She was starving. But if Matthew wasnting out, she didnt dare go eat either. nca held a clean towel and waited in the doorway for when Matthew came up and handed it to him with both hands. This night, Matthew ignored her utterly, and she didnt know what to think or do about it Early the following morning, nca was woken up by her hunger. She moaned, clutched her belly, and opened her eyes. The sleeping man by her side was gone. Gone where? nca sat up and examined her surroundings. On awn chair outside on the balcony, Matthew was reclining and reading a newspaper. He was just dressed in simple pajamas, and the clear morning light shone on him, gilding him with gold. His handsome silhouette was etched out, inapproachable. What kind of divine prettiness is this nca sat up in bed, wrapping herself in the covers, tucking up her face with her hand, and swallowed. As if noticing her naked gaze, Matthew set his newspaper down and looked up at her. nca looked away immediately, but it was toote. Matthew walked over. Youre awake? Clearly Then go eat. Matthews gaze stopped on her stomach. Youre hungry, arent you? Chapter 47 Let’s See Who Squeezes Out More Tears Chapter 47 Lets See Who Squeezes Out More Tears nca had been looking expectantly at Matthew with her hair soft, and thatst line of his broke her. Matthew had already walked down first. nca made a face at his back, sticking her tongue out and pushing her nose up. Then Matthew suddenly turned around and reminded her, Think up a way to deal with the rumors from yesterday. S-so he saw everything? What, was the Empire Groups PR team just for show? nca suppressed her internal emotions, slunk out of bed, washed, and got changed. She was in a proper blouse and skirt this time, and Matthew was waiting for her below the stairs. N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. She ate, finishing the deal slowly. Then Curtis jogged over, his expression anxious. The moment he stepped inside, he said frantically, Bad news, Mr. Grant. In the phone video, Kylies tear-streaked face was turned to the camera. She was sniffling. I was friends of many years with nca. We met each other in high school, but she dropped out after going there for a year. Oh right, ncas family is poor, and she just has a grandmother, but that cant stop her from leading a good life! Im begging you, dont spread these rumors around anymore. She managed to get to where she is today, and yesterday was just an ident. Its not all smooth sailing between best friends, you know? On the way to the office, Matthew was emotionless and expressionless. nca ground her teeth. That Kylie was stuck to her like a cowpat! Thought of what to sayter yet? Matthew suddenly turned to look at her nca hesitated and nodded. An hour ago, theyd seen at home how Kylie was sobbing and begging the reporters not to dig up ncas past C all while spilling everything about ncas past herself. Well, so what, nca was honest and upstanding enough for both of them! She grimaced, and the car rolled to a stop before the Empire Group Building. Reporters with their cameras were surrounding the area, but couldnt get close with the bodyguards there. Theyre here! Somebody called out, and the reporters swarmed. nca had been prepared, but she still shivered upon seeing the sight. Frightened? A low voice rang out by her ear. Heh. I, nca Roach, have never been frightened. nca shot Matthew a mild look, her fingers brushing the pendant on her neck. The moment the car door opened, the reporters shoved the cameras and microphones in ncas face. nca frowned, but she still kept polite. Mrs. Grant, do you know Miss Kylie Farley? Did you do all the things she said you did? We found that your ex-boyfriend went by the name of Todd Small. How did you snag Mr. Grant? Please face our questions! Are you the same as depicted in the video? Matthew looked at how nca stood unshaken, and grew more appreciative of her. Faced with outsiders, though, he still walked up and draped one arm over ncas shoulder, giving her plenty of an image boost out there. Chapter 48 Kylie’s Grudge Chapter 48 Kylies Grudge The air seemed to stand still. The questions were stilling. nca didnt speak. She pinched her thigh surreptitiously, and the pain brought tears into her eyes. She faced the camera, cutting a pitiable figure. I dont know why Kylie said those things about me. She liked Todd, so I let her have him. With what shes doing now, does she want me to give her Matthew too? At that, every reporter sucked in a cold breath. Shed been pretty to begin with, now with her tears, she looked like a flower swaying in the wind and sleet, about to fall. nca held on with feigned anxiety to Matthews sleeve, acting like she was a bullied, frightened victim. Seeing the reporters taken aback, she pressed her advantage. Who hasnt got a past? Did you all grow up with a silver spoon in your mouth, smooth sailing all the way? I experienced darkness and the filth of human nature, but then I met Matthew he rescued me from the pain of heartbreak, and no girl could have resisted a man like this, right? Why are you still chasing after us when were in love? So did Kylie steal your boyfriend? The reporters question put a bitter smile on ncas face. She suddenly faced the camera and said seriously, Kylie, lets let the past be the past, okay? Since you like Todd, Ill give him to you, and well still be best friends forever, okay? sh- Under the camera bulbs, the scene was recorded for posterity. In a certain apartment for two in Oakshire, Kylie watched ncas live interview and was about to spit Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. out blood! When did this little bitch grow such a sharp tongue? The door to the room was suddenly kicked open. Kylie looked up with displeasure, seeing Todd holding a beer bottle as he staggered into the doorway. His shirt was dirty, and his hair was messing. Seeing him in such a state, Kylie got mad. What are you doing back? Dont you have overtime today? Heh, overtime, eh? Todd walked in and smashed the bottle on the table, staring with bloodred eyes at Kylie, who trembled and stammered, What are you doing? What am I doing? Id like to ask you what the hell youre doing? Have I not been good to you, Kylie? You wanted to get married, so I went and registered with you without saying a word about it. Your mother wanted a house, and have I done you wrong? I bought this and just managed to pay the first mortgage and emptying my parents savings. Ive bought you all the trinkets and jewelry you wanted. Why are you doing this to me? Todd smashed the bottle angrily onto the ground next. With a crash, Kylie hugged her head, looking at him in shock. Have C have you gone crazy? These days are done. If it hadnt been for you, I wouldnt have gotten fired! Todds gaze was splintering. Hed just showed up at work that morning when his boss called him into the office and spoke roundaboutly that hed like him to resign. Todd had been confused instantly. Resign? Why? Hed started working at thispany right after graduation, so why should he resign? Then his boss had told him that he was a popr figure now. And all that was thanks to his stay-at-home wife, Kylie Farley! Chapter 49 I Can’t Argue with You… Chapter 49 I Cant Argue with You How-how could it Kylie murmured, clutching at Todd tightly, resentfully. Its not my fault, darling. Its all ncas doing, that bitch. Its fine if you lost your job; we can look for a new one, okay? Let go of me. If you hadnt seduced me in the first ce, I wouldnt have broken up with nca at all. Todd finished, then seemed to get drowsy. He set his head down and fell asleep. Kylie looked at him as he snored, her face contorting. It was all ncas fault. Why could she have it better than her? She wouldnt allow it! nca suddenly sneezed. She was still leaning on Matthews shoulder with a ten-centimeter pair of high heels. She was stumbling about as she walked, but thankfully, Matthew could act as her crutch. She would have fallen otherwise. Getting into the office, nca couldnt wait to finally take the high heels off as she slumped onto the sofa. Whew, Im beat. She didnt know how people wore those things all day. Tired just from that? Then heres a reminder. This sort of thing will happen more and more from now on. Even more?! What else? Matthew smiled faintly. Looking at that smile, ncas heart suddenly hammered. Then Matthew continued. What else do you think I need you for? To support him on all those scenarios, of course. nca was fresh out of tears, but luckily enough, thementary had turned around. nca rubbed her aching ankles and looked at Matthew. Can I make a request, Mr. Grant? Matthew put his documents down and said firmly, No. Why? ncas delicate brow furrowed and she looked at Matthew with a bit of pique. The man was acting more and more like an overbearing boss now! Do you need money? Matthew took out his wallet from the table and extracted a ck card. He set it Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. on the table, then pointed at it. This is a credit card with no limit. Its good anywhere. I Did he think she wanted his money? nca couldnt help but roll her eyes. Shezed back on the sofa and peered at Matthew from her perch on the armrest. Her gaze flickered about like a rabbits, turning around in their sockets, and Matthew set his paperwork down. He suddenly understood what lust meant. Its not enough? Hed just finished when nca returned the card to him. She might have been poor, but wealth wasnt everything! It certainly couldnt buy everything, right? So nca decided to appeal to pathos. If I go out there and work, itd prove to others that Mr. Grants wife isnt ipetent, wouldnt it? Arent you proud of how upstanding I am? Proud? Matthew narrowed his eyes like hed just heard an absurd joke, his noble aura leaking out. Of my woman needing to go out and work? I cant argue with you. Chapter 50 Trickery Chapter 50 Trickery nca scratched her head, a little exasperated and a little disappointed. It was just boring getting stuck up at home every day. Still, Matthews considerations made sense. She was Mr. Grants woman, and who would dare hire her? As she pondered, Matthew had already dived into his work, so she could only just keepzing around on the sofa, staring off into space. Matthew was a workaholic, and it was like a do-not-disturb sign had been ced around him. His whole body seemed surrounded by a halo, and it was hard to look away. nca propped up her cheek and stared, then found that Matthews workload was ridiculouslyrge! Lisa came in and gave several progress reports. nca was a bit bored and followed Lisa out to catch some fresh air. Seeing how bored she was, Lisa chuckled, Maam, theres a console in the lounge. You can y around in there. No no, Im not interested in video games. nca waved it off hastily. Lisa nodded and looked nca up and down. She was dressed in adylike fashion today, but looking at the clothes she wore, they were cheap. Was it that she didnt like expensive clothes or jewelry, or that the chairman just didnt even like her as much as he showed? Ive got some magazines here, maam, and some clothes and jewelry that the PR team took over. If youre bored, how about youe with me to take a look? Lisa suggested. Sure. There was nothing to do anyway, and girls all liked shiny stuff. nca was no exception! She didnt see the irony that shed across Lisas eyes, though. Whether she was Cindere or something else it only took a test. Seeing nca walk forwardpletely unguarded, Lisa followed up as well, producing her phone. Mary, didnt the PR department send over some samples? Organize them and take them out. Mrs. Chairman and I areing over to inspect it. nca followed curiously behind Lisa, asking her all sorts of questions. She was a good kid and interested in all sorts of subjects. Other brands send us these samples. Normally, they have to pass an inspectors personal check before they get taken into the factories and added to the style collection. The Empire Group has enterprises in the real estate industry, the film industry, and all sorts of fashion brands. Inte businesses and e-businesses developed in recent years have also been booming. Lisa exined, and nca nodded as if she understood. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only All she really knew was that Matthew was busy every day. As for what he was busy with, she had no idea. The two reached a corner as they spoke. The room in front seemedrge. The door was open, and Lisa invited her in with a gesture. nca led the way in and saw several workers buzzing about like bees at work. The room was about a hundred square meters. A broad range of garments hung from the shelves on the walls, all kept in see- through bags, probably to keep dust out. All sorts of jewelry had also been arranged on the shelves. There were earrings and bracelets and scarves for girls, and neckties and watches for men. Theres five interconnected rooms in here, maam. Usually, we get samples from one brand every week. Lets check them over. Chapter 51 Naive Chapter 51 Naive nca nodded and walked in. The people at the side didnt notice what they were doing as Lisa took up a pink zer and handed it to nca. The model isnt here yet, so Lisas gaze fell on nca. How about you try it on for us, Maam? M-me? nca was a bit taken aback at the honor. A bit of dim emotion shed through her eyes. With material like this, it had to be pretty expensive, right? Yes. Your body shape is about the same as the models, so how about you do us this favor? Lisa smiled. nca took a deep breath and a staff member walked over wearing an awkward expression. Miss Anderson, the model for today has had a car ident and been taken to the hospital. She probably wont be able toe. We got in contact with a few other models, but theyre all quite busy recently Lisas brow furrowed mildly and she looked pleadingly at nca. Maam Okay. Ill do it. nca was never one to get hung up over details, and shed always believed in helping others. This Empire Group belonged to Matthew her husband to begin with, and she had no reason to just stand by and watch. She came out wearing a pink suit and pants, tugging at her sleeve a little timidly. Since she was little, shed dreamed of being an outstanding white-cor worker, but she hadnt even finished high school properly. Nopany would want her on their team. Every time she saw those metropolitan folk in their cool suits talking in sophisticated tongues, she couldnt help but admire them. That outfits a good fit. Need more padding on the shoulders, and take off the patterning down there. Its too much. Lisa showed a slight smile and turned tomand the staff. The staff immediately jotted down the secretarys instructions. Still, as they saw ncae out in the zer, shock shed through both Lisa and the others gazes! nca had only been wearing a simple dress back then, and her whole body emanated a gentle aura, but with this different outfit, she seemed like a powerful leader instead! Take a look at this white one-piece. Perfect for spring, but thecing and stitching is a little too This shirts chest area needs a redesign. Back to the cutting board. The trouser is a bit thick. We can use natural silk. Better for summer. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Lisa stroked her chin and had nca put on over a dozen outfits before she took her some water, smiling gently. Youve worked hard, maam. Theres onest outfit here. With that, Lisa took the clothes and the hanger over to give to nca. nca was tired, but still wore a nice smile. She rubbed her sore legs and her eyes were gleaming as she took the clothes into the dressing room. nca had just gone in when, disguised at the side, Mary poked her head out, a wicked glint in her stare. Is this all right, Miss Anderson? That outfit is its forbidden by the chairman. Mary had been chatting with Kylie when she suddenly received Lisas call. Theyd talked about something else before Lisa told her to take the tuxedo out. The clothes were from an upscale brand that had been extremely popr twenty years ago. The brand wanted to remake it and resurrect the style, but Matthew had opposed the idea vehemently. All because the outfit belonged to that person. What do you know? Just do what youre told, Lisa snapped, ring at her. Chapter 52 Take It Off This Instant! Chapter 52 Take It Off This Instant! Mary didnt think it was okay, but she didnt dare say anything. Lisa looked at the clothes nca had just taken off, staring into space, in somewhat of a daze. That high and mighty man Shed followed him for five years and taken care of everything in his life. Even buying him clothes and taking him meals. Shed done it all, and she thought shed be the one to keep doing it. Then a certain nca Roach had appeared! Forget taking Mr. Grant lunch, she was out going on mall dates with him! Jealousy consumed her like a raging fire, but Lisa had forgotten that it was normal for a married couple to do this sort of thing. Lisa shot a look at Mary, who nodded and slunk out. nca looked at the navy-blue dress and felt her eyes light up. Clothes this exquisite had to be worth a fortune, right? Her pale hands stroked the cloth. She stripped and carefully stepped into the clothes. But when she was preparing to pull the zipper, she found it was broken? Miss Anderson? Miss Anderson, are you out there? nca called for her twice but nobody responded out there. She saw there was a white blouse in the RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only dressing room. Someone had probably forgot it here. She covered her shoulders with the blouse, lifted her skirt, and went out. Miss Anderson, the zipper on this seems like its Matthew, what are you doing here? nca was lifting her dress and hadnt even finished when she saw Matthew walking in from the doorway. His expression was ugly. Curtis, following behind him, saw nca there and immediately looked shocked. Not understanding the situation, nca looked at the pair. Matthew strode at her, his face darkening, teeth almost cking audibly against each other. Who told you toy your hands on these clothes? Huh? I Take it off! A vein pulsed on Matthews forehead as he kept something suppressed deep inside, eyes spitting me. This was the first time nca had ever seen Matthew like this. She was about to exin when Matthew pushed her into the dressing room. Take it off C right now C this instant!! nca jolted and Matthew had already pushed her bodily into the room. Several people looked over in shock. ncas back mmed against the dressing room wall and her eyes watered from the pain. You really think youre my wife now, nca? That you can just touch anything you want? Matthews voice was frigid, while his eyes were still burning. His hands didnt stop, either. He stripped the blouse off her shoulders first and reached out for the dress. With her snowy skin exposed, nca reacted and pushed him away. Matthew! Ill sue you for sexual harassment! Like a startled doe, nca red fiercely at him. She was a person. A person! Not some thing to be pushed around?! I Ill take it off myself. nca took a deep breath, her eyshes trembling with emotion. Sure, Matthew looked scary, but nca was even more upset with his attitude. All she felt now was utmost humiliation. Everything had been fake. She was just too innocent Chapter 53 Who Do You Think You Are Chapter 53 Who Do You Think You Are The dressing room had been small to begin with, and because of Matthew, the walls seemed to press inward. Right in Matthews face, nca yanked the clothes off her body. It was an incredibly expensive and luxurious outfit. But to her, she never had any thoughts on things that werent hers. She took it all off as quickly as she could and changed into her own clothes, caring not one whit that Matthew was seeing her bare body. Apologies Mr. Grant. Ive caused you trouble. Ill be leaving now. With onest bit of dignity propping her up, she handed the clothes to Matthew with both hands. Matthew had already calmed down. He looked at the shocked nca, his brow furrowing tightly. He didnt reach out to take it. nca set the clothes on the shelf right away and sprinted off like mad. She bumped into something on the road and grunted. Maam, whats going on Lisa called with apparent confusion. It hurt when nca had run into her, but her lips kept curving up into a smile. If she hadnt just so happened to go out and tell Mary to call Matthew here, this wouldnt have happened at all. Matthew looked in a daze at the clothes before him, his fingers, dangling by his side, curling tightly into a fist. What had he just said? Damnit. Hed lost control. As well-raised and well-groomed as he was, this was probably the only thing that would have caused him to lose hisposure. Seeing Matthew walk gloomily out of the dressing room with the outfit, Lisa let out a stunned cry, her face arranging into a mask of shock. How is.. who brought that dress over?! Lisa demanded, and took a look at Mary. Mary was still happy about it all, and immediately said, Im sorry, Mr. Grant. I thought this outfit was needed today, but I just caught wind it was a sample that got thrown out in thest round She looked hesitantly at Matthew. Lisa had promised her already. So long as she did what she wanted, shed protect her from now on in the office! Matthew shot them a cold look. Curtis took the dress in shock, sputtering, Thats those are thete Maams clothes. I thought we put them away? Who Curtis face grew dark. Mary wanted to defend herself right away. These were the clothes from the brandst time, so howd it end up as Matthews mothers clothes? Lisa smirked. Shed just switched out a simr piece from the brand to the real thing. Mary was going to have to take the fall this time. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Mr. Grant, the Maams run out. Are we chasing after her? This time, Maam referred to nca. Matthews eyes lost a bit of light. Her obstinate figure as she ran away still echoing in his mind. nca had said that the one thing she hated most was being used of something she didnt do. She was an honest girl, and couldnt have known how important those clothes were Matthew clenched his fist and loosened it. Hed gone too far back there. Chapter 54 She Hasn’t Returned Chapter 54 She Hasnt Returned The summer sun shone down over the hubbub of the city. nca walked down the bustling street. Nobody noticed her, and the tears in her eyes fell like pearls cut from a string. She didnt know how many times she grazed her elbows. Finally, she sat limply down on a wooden chair outside a caf. Are you dumb, nca Roach? She just had an arrangement with Matthew. It was an arranged marriage. What did his models not showing up have to do with her at all? Is this seat taken? Someone pulled up a chair in front of her. nca shook her head and didnt notice who it was. She rubbed her eyes and told herself not to be so silly from now on. She let out a long breath and was about to leave when the person sitting opposite her suddenly spoke. Is he picking on you, nca? it was Todd! Todds beard was a mess. He looked tired. nca frowned. She knew that she was past tense with Todd and didnt want anything more to do with him. So she got up. My business has got nothing to do with you. nca! Todd sounded frantic. A small part of nca softened. Her shoulders shook slightly, and she still ended up turning around and looking at him. Did you need anything? I was wrong, nca, I know it Kylie seduced me, but I should have resisted. Can you just give me a chance? Seeing her stop, Todds heart leapt, and he walked up trying to take her hand. nca dodged away. Were through, Todd, and I hope you donte to disturb me again. Goodbye. She didnt think shed meet Todd here of all ces. With a sour mood, nca turned and left. You really arent going to give me a chance, nca? nca ignored him. Of course she wasnt giving a second chance to a man who betrayed her in the past. She got on the nearest bus and didnt know where she was going as she left. Seeing nca like this, Todd smashed his bottle on the ground! One day passed. nca still hadnt returned. Inside the chairmans office of the Empire Group Building, a stormy atmosphere lingered about the room. Curtis looked at his bosss dark expression and probed, Mr. Grant, the clothes are being held specifically now. This wont happen again. Back then, Matthews mother had bought the dress for a high price at an auction. Shed wanted to wear it at his birthday feast, but she was gone before she could make it to that point. Matthews fingers drummed across the desk, his jaw set tight. Anyone who knew him could tell that he wasnt happy. So the truthse out. Mary Robinson did it. She stole the clothes and blended them into the samples for today. Weve dismissed her from thepany. Curtis exined. He couldnt help but feel a twinge of fear for Mary. Did this woman have a brain? Poking the dragons eye like this! Night epassed thend and the staff slowly got off their shifts. Matthew looked outside. Shes not back yet? She? Curtis reacted instantly and wiped the sweat off his forehead. The Maam hasnte back since she left, Mr. Grant. Was she angry? Matthew pinched his own fingers. He did lose hisposure in the afternoon, but was she throwing a RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only tantrum? Chapter 55 What Are You Doing? Stop Right There! Chapter 55 What Are You Doing? Stop Right There! As night fell, surrounding pedestrians grew sparser. nca sat alone on a park bench, clutching at her purse. It was summer now, but the nights were still chilly. From a bit of woond behind her, some unknown animal made chitters. nca grew curious. Shed always been bold, and since she was in a bad mood, she wasnt afraid of anything. She couldnt help but walk over there. In the dark woods, with the night dim, an aura of faint horror lingered. Come here, missy Ill take good care of you, dont worry Oh, are you shy? Stop hiding no onesing to save you at a time like this! now let me have some fun! The sudden lecherous male voice put nca on instant guard. A girl seemed to be crying in there, and she went into a rage. In broad daylight C well, okay, it was dark and gloomy right now, but that didnt mean you could just do what you wanted to innocent women, did it? All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. nca tossed all her resentment from earlier in the day behind her as she took out the high heels from her back. Shed still been wearing them when she fled from the Empire Group Building in the afternoon, and it was clear how much of a scene shed made when she ran. Luckily, nca had been aware, and had left with her own bag, so shed bought a pair of sneakers as soon as she was outside. Right now, like an eel in muck, she slid close. The moon dusted the pair before her with silver light. The offending man was a man in his thirties, in worn clothes, with unkempt shadows all around the lewd leer on his face as he approached the girl. The girl in question didnt look one whit past twenty. She was wearing ragged jeans and looked punkish. ncas lips twitched and her mind spun as she thought of what to do. Hey, donte over Ill die right here if you do! The girls voice was clear and pleasant, like ark. The man showed his yellow teeth. Youre a spicy one, arent you? I just so happen to like my food hot! Come here The man pounced! AAAAAIIIEEE~~ The girl shrieked so hard ncas ears went numb. She gauged an opportunity and mmed the high heel on the back of the mans head. Agh! Who the fuck hit me?! Run for it! nca tossed the high heel away, took the girls hand and started sprinting. She remembered that there was a busy little dining street to the right of the park. With more people there, the man couldnt do anything. The two women huffed as they ran, while the mans curses came from behind. It didnt take long before the girlpsed, clutching her chest. I C I cant run any further Get the hell up. nca snarled, yanking the girls hand with her as she started dragging her off. This sort of ce was too isted. If that man had any aplices, the headlines tomorrow were going to be of some delicate young girl getting jumped again. nca had seen more than her fair share of such people growing up. There was no conception of kindness in them. No humanity. She took the girls arm and jerked her to her feet. Then suddenly, there came a loud yell from behind. Hey, what are you doing?! Stop right there! Chapter 56 Lovers Or Siblings Chapter 56 Lovers Or Siblings An hourter, nca and the girl were taken to the police station. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Officer, I was not kidnapping her... nca didnt know what to do. She just furrowed hey brows and looked at the officer right in his eyes who was writing the report. She sensed the danger and dragged the girl away, but they came across the police officer in charge of the neighborhood and were taken to the police station. Only, that pervert saw what happened and fled. nca exined over and over again, I was just a passerby and doing her a favor, right? She nudged the little girl but that young girl was still weeping and couldnt say anything. From the moment they went into the office, she had been crying hard. When nca nudged her, she cried even harder, I will never ... run away from home again! ... Just as nca was grinding her teeth angrily, she saw a ck car pulled over outside the door. The door opened and a man in a ck nice suit got off. He seemed to be quite an elegant, noble man and was followed by his assistant. When she noticed Matthew, nca lowered her head. Half an hour ago, the officer asked her to contact her parents to ask them toe and pick her up. But he was the only person she knew in Oakshire. What happened? said Matthew, eyeing nca and the girl next to her. He regretted for what he did when he saw nca fleeing. He shouldnt lose his temper in front of her like that. But today things really got out of control. He found it really hard to get off his high horse and admit he was wrong. The men he sent out to find her could not find her whereabouts and Matthew got worried. And then he got the call from the police station that asked him to pick her up. At first, he thought someone did something bad to nca. He urged Curtis to speed up and drive. Now that he was sure nca was fine, he was quite relieved though he didnt notice this even himself. Mr. Grant? The thing is, thisdy... Oh my god, Matthew, youre here ... I met a ... pervert today ... And he tried to molest me...Thanks to this nicedy that I met... When the girl saw Matthew, she ran to him and held him tight. Her tears were all over his clothes and she didnt notice how upset Matthew was. Even the police officer and nca were shocked. Were they lovers? Or siblings? Or... Countless thoughts were running through her mind. She suddenly remembered that Matthew only married her to keep other women at bay. And this ... woman was one of them? Elizabeth, why are you here? Hearing her squeaky voice, Matthew frowned. And when he saw her smoky makeup which was ruined by her tears, he seemed to be a little disturbed. Elizabeth pouted and before she could say anything, Matthew pushed her away and went to nca. Are you okay? Huh? nca then noticed that there were some bruises on her arms which were probably caused by ident. She still remembered what happened at noon and she didnt know how to face him like that. So, she remained silent. Chapter 57 Rescuer Chapter 57 Rescuer nca was never weak and she had her own dignity and self-esteem. She and Matthew were equal and he had no right to do just whatever he liked to her just because he was the president of the Empire RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Group. She would not surrender! Matthew... Elizabeth tried to say something but Curtis covered her mouth. Seeing nca sitting over there and looking elsewhere uneasily, Matthew felt quite irritated. Why would this girl mess up his mind? nca, your arms are hurt. Matthew repeated stubbornly. He was seldom this careful in front of other people. And this time he just eased up his tone. Then nca looked at her arms and found some scratches. She smiled bitterly and said, Its nothing. No need to make a fuss. After all, why would a slum dog matter to him? Feeling that he was staring at her coldly, nca was about to cry. She looked up and tried her best not to shed a tear but her eyes still got red. She gave a pretty smile and said, Thank you for asking. If there is nothing I can do for you, then Ill be on my way. Thest sentence was said to the officer. The officer waved his hand. If she was not a kidnapper, then of course she could leave. But Matthew kept frowning. Was nca mad at him? nca walked to the door as Matthew was struggling. He didnt know if he should run after her or not. But his pride and dignity didnt allow him to do so. Hey! Why are you so ungrateful? Matthew is... Elizabeth couldnt stand it and grabbed ncas arms. nca just clutched her hands and snorted, If it werent for me, you would definitely be assaulted by that pervert. And yet you are yelling at me like this. Is this your way of saying thank you? I... Elizabeth! yelled Matthew. Elizabeth nced at him and didnt dare to say anything more. Matthew walked towards her and held her in his arms. He looked at her in the eyes and smiled, Honey, I was wrong. I shouldnt say those things to you this afternoon. Could you forgive me? Huh? nca was stunned. Was he apologizing to her? Everybodys watching us and you promised me to keep other women away, remember? whispered Matthew, holding her in an intimate position. His voice was quite attempting. His lips touched her earlobe and her mind went nk. Before she even realized, Matthew took her into the car and he said to Curtis, Send her home. Then he went into the car and hit the road. They were speeding off like an arrow. Matthew! Elizabeth stomped her feet and pouted, and next to her, Curtis asked, Miss Harris, Ill take you to your house. I dont want you to do that! shouted Elizabeth. She finally got to run away from France and had the chance to meet Matthew. Who would know she would be harassed by a pervert and even ditched by Matthew? She was furious! Chapter 58 The History Chapter 58 The History They pulled over in front of the mansion. Matthew entered the door first while nca was still hesitating at the door. After all, this was not her home. nca, do you want me to carry you into the house? said Matthew. He could sense that she had been like this the whole day. Was it because he was mean to her? As Matthew walked towards her, nca hastily stepped inside the house. But she walked past him and entered the bedroom without having her dinner. nca lied on the soft bed and felt terrible. She hadnt had lunch today and now she was starving. But whenever she closed her eyes, she could see Matthew shouting at her, Take them off! She was just wearing some clothes. Just because she was poor, she was not qualified to wear expensive clothes? She reminded herself of the look on the police officers face when he checked her identity and found out she once was in the juvenile prison. She felt horrible when she was treated like that. The memory of her past haunted her constantly... After a while, nca was starved and couldnt take it anymore. She thought for a while and went out of the bedroom. She wanted to sneak into the kitchen and find something to eat. However, when she went out, she saw the light of the study was on. Mr. Grant, why didnt you tell Mrs. Grant what really happened?RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only It was Mrs. Brown. nca frowned and didnt want to be nosy. Just as she was about to walk away, Mrs, Brown continued, Back then, what happened to your mother hit you hard and you have been keeping those clothes carefully. She would be happy to see that. But Mr. Grant, whats past is past. Why are you still holding on the past? Mrs. Grant just didnt really mean anything... What? Those clothes belonged to his mother. nca suddenly felt regretful and guilty. Matthewughed sarcastically and said, Mrs. Brown, Im tired. You dont need to mind me. Well... Mrs. Brown sighed and walked out. nca had no time to hide and these two bumped into each other. Mrs Brown was stunned and nca hurriedly greeted her. Mrs. Brown sighed again and shut the door. nca didnt know it was because of her mother. She sat on the couch of the living room and listened to Mrs. Brown as she talked about Matthews childhood. Mrs. Brown wept and held ncas hands, Mrs. Grant, your husband has a pretty rough childhood. Please tolerate his misbehavior. That woman who framed you is Marry Robinson. She was fired by Mr. Grant. Fired? nca then realized that what happened this afternoon was a setup. Her feelings were quite mixed. The next day, Matthew asked Mrs. Brown to cook her favorite dishes, Go to thepany with me after you finish your meals. I... You think you have a choice? Matthew frowned, everyone in thepany knew what happened yesterday. You want them to gossip about our fight? nca, dont forget your duty. Fine... nca had experienced what it was like to be on the headlines. She was constantly watched even when she was just going out. She had to say yes. Seeing that she didnt resist him that much like yesterday, Matthew squinted his eyes and fixed them on nca. Chapter 59 Are You Jealous? Chapter 59 Are You Jealous? ncas faced flushed as he was staring at her. She changed the subject and asked, Did you send the girl home yesterday? Yes. But why is your face so red? nca, are you ... jealous? Why, why would I be jealous?! Elizabeth has nothing to do with you and yet you are so concerned about her. Youre definitely jealous. Do you know what is the rtionship between me and her? Matthew was amused. He leaned towards her and took a bite of the bread in her hand. nca was shocked. What was he doing? Mrs. Brown told her he was a neat freak! Say honey and Ill tell you. Deal? said Matthew, chuckling. nca was stunned by his good looks and his beautiful smile. She wanted to kiss him so bad... Im not jealous! Dont tter yourself! nca ran away. She didnt hold grudges. She was no longer sad like yesterday. But she still didnt want to be his toy. She thought Matthew was just taking her to thepany. But when they arrived, Matthew showed her around the PR Department. Everyone gathered around them. nca turned to Matthew curiously. What are you doing? Yesterday, she fled from this ce. Matthew took her hands and patted her on her head. He smiled, Youre my wife and also the owner of the Empire Group. People near them heard what he said and were all astonished. What had this ordinary girl done to earn Mr. Grants affection? Matthew, dont say this kind of thing in front of everyone... She just could not be as shameless as Matthew was. Dont be nervous. Matthew didnt care about what they thought. He held her hand in front of everyone like a king. Today, I asked everyone to be here to make an announcement. What? You dont know Mr. and Mrs. Grant had a good fight yesterday and Mrs. Grant ran away crying? So, Mr. Grant apologized to her? What a lucky woman! ... Order! said Curtis. ncas face turned as red as Lisas eyes. She thought her scheme and Matthews love for her mother would destroy nca. But she didnt expect her to be here again. I think everyone knows what happened yesterday. Today, I want to make a statement, Matthew got everyones attention by just standing there and he pointed at Lisa, My wife is still too young and needs your understanding and help. But yesterday, Miss Anderson didnt take care of her. As her punishment, RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Miss Anderson is no longer my secretary. Hearing that, not only nca but also Curtis was shocked. Lisa had been his secretary for four years and contributed a lot. But today... She was fired just because she offended nca! Chapter 60 His Protection Chapter 60 His Protection Lisa took her stuff and stood outside the chairmans office. She still couldnt believe what happened at that meeting. She was his best secretary and she had worked for him for four years! Mr. Grant, Im sorry, please forgive me. Can I stay? Ill take any punishment but this! Lisa was always a proud person but now she had to beg. Although many otherpanies gave her a lot of offers, she thought they were not good enough for her. But now if she was fired, nopany would take her. Curtis looked at Matthew who seemed not to hear her words. He was talking to nca and didnt even look at Lisa for a second. Miss Anderson, heres the thing, Curtis pushed his sses up his nose and said, you should know Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. better than this. Mr. Grant has known what youve done and didnt make you look too bad. Curtis shook his head. He had been working with her for four years. If she hadnt set nca up, she might have a much greater career. Curtis, I know I did something wrong. Please tell him... Curtis shook his head again and the security guard went forward to take her out. Matthew didnt even bother to look. He took nca back to the office. Hearing Lisa begging outside, nca felt weird. She could tell that Lisa had been a very good secretary. What? You want her to stay? nca shook her head and sat on the couch. She looked at Matthew and realized that they were still quite different. Because Matthew could determine other peoples fate. nca was tired, but she still asked, How did you know she set me up? Matthews eyes darkened. Come to think of it, he was quite disappointed. He knew things wouldnt be so simple so he asked Curtis to investigate the whole matter. And they finally found out Lisa was behind Marys scheme. He had always been expecting more from Lisa. It was such a shame. She had been working in the Empire Group ever since she graduated from school. Back then, Matthew just took control of thepany and had been workingte a lot. Lisa would always be there to work with him and she even cried several times when she made some mistakes at work. But she would always do better atst. Matthew thought she was justpetitive and he appreciated such qualities. But she shouldnty her fingers on him and his wife. Yesterday was a setup. Now Marry and Lisa had all got what they deserved. This is their own fault. Matthew was always good at these kinds of things. It was the first time nca had seen Matthew deal with things with an iron fist. In less than ten minutes, he made a statement which intimidated everyone and fired Lisa. Im sorry. Thinking of what Mr. Brown said, she felt quite guilty. Back then, she just thought Matthew was out of the line. But after hearing what Mrs. Brown said and knowing that clothes belonged to his mother, she suddenly understood him. nca touched the ne on her neck and felt upset. Every child would defend their parents. But why would her parents abandon her so cruelly? nca lowered her head. Where are you, mom, dad? Chapter 61 Slapped Chapter 61 pped The room fell silent. Time ticked by. Matthew was busy with more immediate work when he found that nca was asleep. She slumped on the tea table, her longshes leaving a thin shadow below her eyes. He tried so hard to hold back his desire to touch her baby-like porcin skin. Not some once-in-a-century beauty, but still easy on the eye Matthew went into a daze as he looked at her. His gaze fell on the pendant she had. That ne if she really was that persons rtive, then, they really were meant to be. There came a sudden buzz on his phone. Matthew hurriedly snatched it up and turned the volume down before he even knew hed subconsciously done that. He went into the lounge at the side of the office to take the call. At that moment, the office door was suddenly pushed open. Miss Harris, Miss Harris you cant go in sorry to wake you, madam. Curtis saw nca stir groggily on the sofa and groaned. Its fine, and this is nca rubbed her eyes. When she saw the slick ck suit on her, Elizabeth Harris face darkened. She was wearing Matthews suit! In almost an instant, Elizabeth had stormed over and pped nca crisply across the face. You little bitch, sleeping in Matthews office, wearing his clothes, I Elizabeth snapped and was about to strike again when she saw ncas face. She was in shock. Why is it you again? Whats your problem? Her cheek smarted. Elizabeth hadnt held back at all. nca had been through a lot as a kid, but that didnt mean she was just going to lie down and take it. Besides, who did this woman think she was? Elizabeth raised her arm and was clearly about to p her again when someone grabbed her wrist. Matthew! Dont get so intimate with me. Matthews jaw was tight. His father had called and said Elizabeth was back in the country, and that the Harris family was getting a wee feast ready, inviting them there. The call had just been to notify him. With her wrist thrown off, Elizabeth clutched at it and took two steps back. Matthew was already bending heartfeltly over ncas bruise, sympathy written all over his face. His slender fingers stroked her face, but nca avoided them. Does it hurt? What the hell did you think? nca felt like he was talking nonsense. The corner of her mouth twitched and she didnt talk. She just looked pitiably at Matthew, who showed his husbandly aura again as he looked at Elizabeth. Apologize!N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. No! Why should I apologize? If she hadnt seduced you, you wouldnt have married her! Oh? Matthew sneered, rage in his dark eyes. He suddenly took ncas face in his hands and kissed her expressively. It was a warm touch of a kiss. Hed only juste into contact with her lips when he parted from it like it was some rare treasure. After that, with a satisfied expression on his face, he said, See that? I fell for her first. If you make her angry, Im the one who has to pamper her. Chapter 62 Get Out Chapter 62 Get Out nca looked at the man before her in shock. His entire being emanated with a cold aura, like some divine, unoffendable entity. Even she felt a surge of chill from him. Get out of my office, Elizabeth. Matthews tones were cold. He didnt like it when people challenged his authority, especially a woman. nca belonged to him. She was his wife. Hed admitted that before media, and now that Elizabeth was here picking on nca, wasnt that the same as throwing a gauntlet in his face. Wh-what did you say? Matthew, youre chasing me off for this woman? I grew up with you; how could you treat me like this? Elizabeth pointed at Matthew and nca, stunned. Shede back to the country because shed heard Matthew was getting married. She felt like dying to wait any longer. When she saw Matthew treat nca so well, her jealousy exploded! Are you done? Matthew scoffed, mockery in his eyes. If you are, get out. Then he shot a look at Curtis. Elizabeth didnt want to leave, of course, but couldnt stand up to Curtis by force. After a while, the office fell silent. In the empty space of the room, an awkward atmosphere lingered. ncas emotions were all tangled. She might have been poor, but she wasnt about to let people walk all over her. But back there had Matthew been standing up for her? Come here, let me look at her face. Matthew reached out and took ncas chin in his hands. The soft warmth on his lips still lingered. ncas brow furrowed and she reflexively tried to push him off, but Matthew had already swiftly grabbed her hands and tossed her bodily onto the sofa! He trapped her arms and narrowed his deep orbs, staring straight into ncas own eyes He had mild myopia, which only Curtis knew. So Matthew always narrowed his eyes somewhat, his dark pupils extraordinarily bedazzling. Right now, looking at his suddenly approaching face, ncas heart raced. W-what was he doing? Did he still want to kiss her? Matthew, you er, Elizabeth is gone, so you dont have to act anymore! Acting? Who says Im acting? Matthew suddenly inched close. He was good-looking to begin with, now his big eyes were misty and wide open, tempting as a forbidden fruit! ncas breathing went out of whack. W-werent you just putting on a show N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. It was my real feelings. Seeing her blush, Matthews thoughts started ambling. His fingers had a bit of suggestive warmth in them as they traced her face. Werent you all cool in front of me? Why didnt you dodge away? Or were you ying weak to give me a chance? I was not! nca was trembling slightly as she denied it. Still looking at Matthew, there was a bit of a smile on his face. She suddenly reacted. Was Matthew worried about her? Shed been hit, so he was worried You dont think Id still want to kiss you, would you? Before nca could be sure, Matthew interrupted her thoughts. With your face like that, Id just spoil my appetite. Whatre y- nca hadnt finished when Matthew said seriously. nca, your status is that of my wife now. If you came out looking like this, youd draw suspicion. Chapter 63 Who Is This Person Chapter 63 Who Is This Person Huh? Whats that mean? So dont go out in daylight today. That rare bit of goodwill she felt towards Matthew faded instantly. nca pushed him off directly, eyes spitting fire. Matthew Grant! If your so-called duties of being Mrs. Grant is to ward off your suitors and take hits for you, then I dont think Im suitable for the task! She wasnt some dummy target to be shot at by everyone. nca scowled. Her features were delicate, but maybe because it was her emotions or maybe because shed been pped, her cheeks were red and puffy, aical sight. Pfft. Matthew didnt manage to hold back hisughter. The way he looked at her face, nca understood immediately. She clutched her own face and looked at Matthew, angered. Matthew set his smile away and said calmly, Do you still get to choose? Dont you want to know who the pendant belongs to? Matthew knew exactly where her weakness was. The wind went out of ncas sails. She could tough her way through anything else, but not this Where did shee from? Why did her parents abandon her? That had weighed on her all this time, torturing her every day. Like a deted balloon, ncas eyes dimmed. Is that the only trick you have up your sleeve, Matthew? Hm? You dont even know about the pendant, do you? nca bit her lip, her eyes full of doubt. She wasnt really questioning Matthew but trying to provoke him. Matthew, though, was utterly unmoved. He shrugged and said carelessly, If you dont believe me, you could leave, but the marriage certificate has been signed, and no matter where you go, you wont change that fact. Sly bastard! This was part of his machinations too, apparently! nca ground her teeth, but there was nothing she could do. With how calm Matthew looked right now, she felt like shed been yed and was about to up and leave. Then Matthew suddenly stood and looked at her mildly. Where do you think youre going looking like that? Im going out for some fresh air. Shed probably kill somebody if she kept looking at him. With a face like that, are you trying to put on a circus show? Matthew said, shooting her a teasing look. ncas rage was at maximum right now, but before she could say or do anything about it, Matthew got up and left. I have a meeting. Stay here. His tone wasmandeering. nca didnt notice that hed looked specifically at her face before he walked out. With Matthew gone, the tension inside the office returned to normal. nca rubbed her face, sucking down a cold breath. Ow That Elizabeth had really been too vicious! Who was she, anyway? nca was about to take out her phone and check. If she was blood of a noble family like Matthew, there ought to have been information about her online, right? But the moment she produced her phone, the door opened. Thinking it was Matthewing back, nca hurriedly sat up from the sofa. Shed N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. been lying down, and if Matthew saw it, hed probably say she wasnt sitting up properly again. Madam, this is for you to get the swelling down. Chapter 64 Ask Me Directly Chapter 64 Ask Me Directly Only then did nca see that the person whode in was Curtis. The assistant had several icepacks with him. nca took them, and seeing that Curtis wasnt leaving, she was a bit confused. Is there anything else? Madam Curtis frowned. How was he supposed to say that Lisa had waited before his door today for a whole day and had him plead her case for her? Nothing. Mr. Grant just wants me to remind you to be careful next time. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Oh? nca blinked and pointed at the ice packs. He had you give this to me? Yes. Mr. Grant cares about you a lot, madam. Huh? He cared about her? She couldnt see that at all Theyd been married for barely a few days and shed suffered more than she used to. nca grimaced resentfully. Seeing that Curtis was about to leave, she recalled something and hurriedly asked, Right, Mr. Irwin, Ive got a question. Please go ahead, madam. Who is that Elizabeth Harrisdy? There was no reason not to know who did it after you got hit. nca was grumbling inside. Well Curtis was in an awkward position and getting ready to speak when the office doors were suddenly opened. Want to know? Ask me directly. It was a familiar, low and pleasant voice that could only have belonged to Matthew. nca swallowed and suddenly felt like shed been caught in the act or something. She stood bolt upright from the sofa. W-what are you doing back? Arent you in a meeting? Oh? Since when I need your permission to go where I wanted? Matthew wore a teasing expression as he walked over slowly. He was so tall that nca felt something was caught in her throat, blocking passage. Curtis had left the room already. Matthew suddenly took ncas hand. His fingertips shine slightly through the skin. nca was about to struggle when Matthew spoke. Want to know who Elizabeth is? I-I was just asking! nca retorted. Matthew nodded thoughtfully. Okay. I wouldnt have told you even if you asked me, anyway. nca smiled and kept her manners. Then Matthew took up the icepack and touched it to her face suddenly! She hissed. It was cold. nca flinched and her eyes met Matthews. His pupils were like the brightest stars in the night sky, and she couldnt look away. There came a rap on her forehead. Looked your fill yet? ncas ears went red and found that her cheek didnt quite hurt so much anymore. She bit her lip and made a nomittal noise. nca Matthew was about to say something, but a sudden buzzing interrupted him. nca took out her phone hastily, looked at the disy, and saw that it was the old man. She looked dubiously at Matthew. He was as inscrutable as ever. nca took the call. Two hourster, Matthew and nca appeared in the Grant mansion. This was her third time here, and nca was still very careful. If anything she was more cautious than ever, for no other reason than that Carrie and Louise were in the house! But seeing the luxury car stopped in front of the Grant house, nca was still curious. They were entertaining guests? Chapter 65 They Doth Protest Chapter 65 They Doth Protest Well know once we go in. Seeing ncas gaze, Matthew took her waist and proceeded forward. nca stiffened, and Matthew suddenly bent his head next to her ear, his tones only audible to the two of them. What are you tensing up for? Falling for me? Please, give me a break. Oh? Then dont be so stiff, like Im usually cold to you or something. Was he NOT usually cold to her?! nca howled secretly. Matthew was a veritable ve master. Forget the bullying, he was even reminding her of her status at every moment he could. What, did he think he was hot shit just for being pretty? If anything, she had to be on guard for him falling for her instead. With all those thoughts, Matthew brought her in. Inside the bright hall, there was a group gathering. The old man sat next to avishly dressed couple. The male of the pair looked to have sat in his position for a long time, with an aura of nobility about him. His belly was a bit bulging, though. He looked to be about fifty. The woman was garbed in so much jewelry and finery that she could have given Carrie a run for her money. The couple were chatting jovially with the old man, and nca suddenly had a bad feeling about all this. As expected, before shed even gone inside, she saw someone walk out of the kitchens with fruit, all smiles. I havente back for so long, Grandpa Grant! And you didnt even miss me, did you! And who was this but Elizabeth Harris in the flesh!? Elizabeth, slow down, I cant catch up Following behind Elizabeth was a grinning Louise. Louise had been grounded and wasnt supposed to be let out when the time wasnt here, but since the Harris family wasing to visit, shed been granted a reprieve. Her mood couldnt even be described. Elizabeth had stuck to Matthew since she was small. Now she wanted to see how nca was going to deal with this! Noticing Louises unfriendly gaze, nca suddenly grew timid. She wasnt afraid of Louise or Elizabeth, but in broad daylight, and with Elizabeths parents still here, what was she supposed to do? Matthew was changing his shoes outside and hadnte in yet. Elizabeth shot a contemptuous nce at nca and deliberately sat next to the old man, toadying up to him. Ive been out there for over a dozen years, Grandpa, and you dont even miss me a little bit? Of course I missed you, heh heh, how could I not. You kept on sending me those nice snacks from overseas! Just knew what I liked! Right? I treat you like my real Grandpa, you know. Beaming, Elizabeth circled around the old mans arm. nca had been about to greet him, but Elizabeth had cut her off, and she stood a bitmely in front of the tea table, at a loss. It wasnt a good feeling The Harris husband and wife werent giving her the time of day, and n had his hands full with N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Elizabeth. With all this, it seemed like they were a family, and she was an outsider It weighed on her like a rock, and her limbs felt leaden. Then an arm appeared on her shoulder. Matthew said with some warmth, What are you doing standing in a daze? His voice might have been tender, but it didnt cheer nca up one bit. She knew, after all, that they were just acting the part before the old man and pretending to be loving Chapter 66 Hostess Or Maid Chapter 66 Hostess Or Maid Elizabeth had just picked on her this morning, and she took her ce this afternoon. Then what about her? She was new in this family anyway... nca had been feeling down. Matthew could sense that and frowned. Wow, are you Matthew? Youve be so different after these years. And this is... said the woman wearing lots of jewelries. She was smiling and looked quite young for her age. She acted like she just saw nca for the first time and was no longer cold at all. Mom, this is Matthews wife, nca, Elizabeth stood up and gave a sarcastic and cold smile, pointing at the gifts Elizabeth brought from abroad for n and the others. She had always been having a crush on Matthew and wanted to give him everything she had. She would butter his elders up every day. Oh, so you are nca... said Mrs. Harris, smiling and nodding to nca. But her smile wasnt so sincere. Louise was gloating. She knew the Harris family would definitely give nca a hard time. Yeah, we met before! By the way, you know I was harassed when I just got back to this country, remember? At that time, nca helped me out. But then a funny thing happened. Laughed Elizabeth. Matthew frowned while Wilbert came downstairs and saw him, Matthew,e with me. Matthew nced at nca and gave her a signal. But nca didnt seem to notice that. She didnt even know when Matthew left and then Mrs. Harrisined, That was a close one. If it werent for nca, you would have been... Mom, Elizabeth smiled viciously, Yeah, I should thank her. But Mr. Grant, do you know that nca has a criminal record? The police thought she was kidnapping me... But nca is too pretty tomit a crime like that, right? Why would she have a criminal record? The police must have made a mistake. Louise chinned in and said, Youre wrong about that. My sister-inw was a thief before. But...We shouldnt talk about this anymore. We dont want to embarrass her like that, right, nca? N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. These two women giggled and stared at nca. nca just looked down and was emotionless. Theirughter was quite harsh and made nca very ufortable. She wasnt uneasy because of her past but because of her loneliness. She didnt care about what others said about her. But she felt sad when she was a total outsider and couldnt fit in. Chapter 67 Watch Your Mouth Chapter 67 Watch Your Mouth nca? Were talking here. Seeing that nca was quiet and didnt respond, Louise felt even happier. nca must be upset about her words and that was exactly what Louise wanted. n was watching and frowning. But since the Harris family was here, he didnt say anything. And then Mrs. Harris said, nca, you are Matthews wife and should call us uncle and auntie like he does. These are the gifts Elizabeth brought from abroad. You can put them away now. Um... Louise wanted to say that they had servants to do things like this. But then Elizabeth gave her a look and she understood what they were doing. They came here only to give her a hard time! Elizabeth had been loving Matthew ever since she was a little girl. And now he married nca, which made her the enemy of Elizabeth. Louise didnt stop this and said, nca, you dont know where to put them? Ill show you the way. The servants are busy cooking right now so youre the only one avable. nca finally came to her senses and calmed herself down in front of so many pieces of presents. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. They had been talking for a while and nca didnt respond at all. Elizabeth was irritated and yelled, Hey, is this your way of treating your guests? Yes. nca looked up and smiled, Uncle, auntie, if youd like to have something to eat then please go to the dining room. You can leave your presents here. What... Before Elizabeth even finished her sentence, nca red at her and said calmly, I think as a Mrs. Grant, I have every right to decide if I can put some stuff in the living room. Whats that supposed to mean? yelled Elizabeth. Just before she was about to have a tantrum, she heard footsteps behind her. She turned around and saw Matthew walking down the stairs. He looked quite stunning in her eyes. Elizabeth was so happy to see him that she threw herself at him, Matthew, what did Uncle Wilbert ask you for? I brought him something... Put your hands off me. Matthew looked at her hand which was holding tight on his arm. Elizabeths face went pale. Hearing Matthews words, Mrs. Harris was astonished for a moment and quickly went back to normal. She said to Mr. Grant, Weve really failed as parents. When they were little, Elizabeth and Matthew were so close and now they drifted apart like that...Matthew is a married man now and Elizabeth is still single. This silly girl has been...eager to spend time with Matthew, please dont mind, nca. Mrs. Harris seemed to be quite pitiful at the beginning as if it was such a bummer that Matthew and nca got married. Hearing herst sentence, ncas eyes were wide open. What was that? Did theye all the way here to gloat? She was mad but still smiling on the outside. She tried very hard not to pinch Matthew for that. Well, she didnt have the nerve to do that. But Matthew pushed away Elizabeths arm and walked towards nca. Everyone was holding their breath, waiting for his next movement. Especially Elizabeth. She looked at him at surprise. Her arm was still in the arm and her face went red. Chapter 68 No One Can Treat You Like That Chapter 68 No One Can Treat You Like That Matthew noticed that nca was staring at him. He didnt show anything on his face and just held her hand, Elizabeth, nca is my wife, not my servant. Please stop acting like a spoiled little princess. His wife... nca looked up at him and felt something warm in her heart. She felt that the hard feelings of being isted, trashed and neglected suddenly had gone away. She was not alone. ncas eyes got wet and she looked away, failing to hide the smile on her face. She stood straight confidently. nca, no one can treat you like that, Matthew whispered to her, except for me. ... Even though that was a little irritating, nca still felt quite touched. She looked down and saw his hand holding hers. His hands were so big and warm. nca smiled and N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. squinted her eyes. Her thick eyshes left a shadow beneath her eyes. She squeezed his hands and said, Even you cannot bully me. Or Ill fight you! She could tell that Matthew was a bit shocked. But nca didnt worry at all. They had a contract and it was normal for married couple to show off their happiness. Especially when someone was rubbing it in her face. Did they really think she was a pushover? nca leaned on Matthews arms and winked, Honey, you were close to Elizabeth back then? She is the little sister you mentioned, right? nca emphasized the word sister. A woman knew best how to irritate another woman. The fact that Elizabeth had a crush on Matthew was a perfect weapon to hurt her feelings. Matthew... Elizabeth seemed quite jealous and sad, which made nca even happier. She let go of Matthews hand and grabbed his arm. She leaned over him and grinned. Matthew felt kind of weird but didnt push her away. nca winked at Elizabeth and said, Elizabeth, since youre like a little sister to my husband, then I will treat you like were sisters too! She called her sister again?! Seeing this couple so close, Elizabeth stepped forward and shouted, What makes you think youre good enough to marry him! What? nca looked at Matthew, she acted surprised and confused. She frowned and shook Matthews arm, Honey, Im not pretty and rich like Elizabeth and look at all the presents she brought you. I am a nobody. Why did you fall in love with me? Matthew cleared his throat. nca pinched him and he frowned instantly. He took a deep breath and calmed down. He looked at nca gently, Well, love is love. No one can exin it. So, even though Im such a loser, you still fell for me? Chapter 69 She’s Like A Sister To Me Chapter 69 Shes Like A Sister To Me nca looked at him with her doe eyes and pouted her lips. If Matthew dared to say no, she would definitely show him what she was capable of. Matthew answered, No matter how great other girls are, I only want you. What if that someone is Elizabeth? Shes like a sister to me. Are you happy now? Matthew pinched her chin which looked like he was trying to make her stop being jealous. What a cute couple! She was happy about this now! She nodded and kissed him on his chin when he was stunned. She covered her mouth and giggled, I was just kidding. Of course I know Im the only one for you. They acted like theypletely ignored everyone around them. Matthew, how could you say things like that! Elizabeth has been loving you for so many years... Louise was the first one to say anything about this situation. She looked at Elizabeth, who was about to cry, andforted her. Hearing Louises voice, nca red at her and quickly returned to be vulnerable and sad, Louise, what do you mean? Are you trying you push your brother to another woman? I... You didnt learn from your lessons? Its less than a month ago, isnt it? said nca. She knew Louise was not a good person. They picked on her, so of course she would revenge. You can say this here. But dont say it to other people. What if someone vicious hear about this? The next day, the headline on the news would be Louise Grant Pimped Out Her Own Brother! You... Louise didnt know what to say and her face turned red. nca chuckled like a winner. These two spoiled dumb princesses thought they could just insult her like that? If she didnt teach them a lesson, they wouldnt know how she survived the slum for twenty years. Watching the scene, Matthew seemed quite grim. nca thought he was annoyed so she changed the subject, Uncle, auntie, you havent had lunch, right? Why dont we have something to eat now? Mr. Grant and Mr. Harris were discussing something in the back and didnt pay much attention to their fight. And now Mr. Johnson came, which meant lunch was ready. He led them to the dining room. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. As the hostess, nca helped Mr. Johnson set the table. She went to the kitchen to wash her hands. She came out and found Matthew was gone. Was he mad at her because she used her back then? nca was quite uneasy. This was not a real marriage and she didnt think he would tolerate her... Matthew warned her before that she shouldnt cause him any trouble. I know...Keep digging. Send all files to me in one week. On the balcony, Matthew was standing there. His voice was low as if he was telling a secret. nca stopped there. Keep digging? Digging what? She felt kind of weird. She thought it might be something rted to her. At this moment, Matthew turned around. He saw her and was a little relieved. And then he hung up the phone quickly. Chapter 70 You Don’t Get To Do That Chapter 70 You Dont Get To Do That Matthew behaved quite calmly. But nca still had some doubts. She faked a smile and said, Is it something about thepany? Matthew walked towards her. He seemed quite condescending and nca couldnt tell how he was feeling. I dont need to report anything to you. His word petrified her. She was just holding his arm and hand like they were a loving couple minutes ago. And now he was being so cold to her. nca,e to lunch! Hearing Mr. Grants voice, she quickly calmed herself down and went over. At the table, she had been concentrating on eating and didnt notice what was going on. Matthew, I heard that the Empire Group is doing quite well. Youve also been working on thend in the south, right? Yes. Well... Mr. Harris smiled with his canny eyes, I heard that thends worth 200 million dors. Is this Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. price reasonable for Empire Group? What about sharing thisnd together? Im recently interested in investing in real estate... What? nca looked up curiously. Matthew didnt even put down his fork and he seemed to be quite familiar about this situation. 200 million dors... How much money was that? nca swallowed and she didnt notice she was about to drool. Eat! A chicken leg was thrown in her te and she realized she was overreacting. She lowered her head and focused on eating. Mr. Harris, Empire Group never cooperates with others in real estate. She peeped and saw Mr. Harris touch his nose out of embarrassment. nca thought to herself, Your daughter is such a trouble maker. Why would Matthew cooperate with him? After all, she had seen how much Matthew hated Elizabeth. ncas mind was wandering for a while and then found that everyone seemed to finish their meals. She was the only one hadnt done eating. So she started eating hastily and choked on something. Slow down. nca reached for the ss bottle and somebody passed it to her, No need to rush. nca drank a lot of water and finally washed the food down her throat. She awkwardly looked at her bowl of food and didnt want to waste any food. She couldnt eat it all in such a short amount of time. So she looked at him for help but Matthew looked away. Was he ignoring her? She had just helped him get rid of Elizabeth and he didnt even care about her. And then Matthew picked up his fork and started eating slowly. Was he trying to make her less awkward by doing that? nca didnt know how to react at this moment. Then Matthew said, Uncle, auntie, thank you foring. I will attend the dinner party. This was him saying that the Harris family should leave now. Chapter 71 House Servant Chapter 71 House Servant As the Harris family left the mansion, Mr. Harris face crumbled instantly. Whats his deal? Some snot-nosed brat barely twenty years old. He thinks he can still have it made RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only without the Grant family at his back? Hed already treated the younger man with such respect, but Matthew didnt give him a shred of it back. Dear Mrs. Harris expression didnt look too good either. Theyd been thoroughly humiliated today. Elizabeth still had it the worst. After she saw how Matthew and nca showed off their affection for each other, shed been down in the dumps, like her soul had been sucked out, all the way after the meal. Still thinking about that man, Elizabeth? Forget him, hes married. When she saw the sad face of her daughter, Mrs. Harris sighedfortingly. Mom!? Elizabeth yelped unwillingly. Then, as if she had thought of something, she took Mrs. Harris hand and pleaded, Didnt you say you were going to prepare something good for me at the reception banquet? Could you also do me a favor So long as whats done was done, there was nothing that Matthew could do to deny that, right? Mom, I think I forgot my phone; Ill go back to get it! Elizabeth suddenly stopped in her tracks, spun widdershins and ran towards the mansion. In the living room, nca suddenly sneezed, and she hurriedly took a tissue. Was someone thinking about her or cursing her? Youre the mistress of the house now. Arent you supposed to clean up? After the meal, the family sat in the living room to chat. Louise looked at nca and couldnt help but mock. pack up? nca rubbed her nose and looked at Louise in a loss. The family has servants, right? But youre Matthews wife Are wives married just to be servants? nca dragged out a long huh and shimmied over. So why pay the servants? Got too much money on your hands? Send me the servants paychecks and Ill do it. nca harrumphed proudly, and the old man burst intoughter. Still, though, considering it now C the servants made ten to twenty thousand a month! She only made four to five going out working! It was getting tempting. Hahahaha you really are a wealth hound, kid. The old man chuckled exasperatedly and pointed at nca. nca giggled in return. Mr. Johnson came with fruit for dessert. nca picked a few bits that would fit the elderly more, and handed them to n. Grandpa, the watermelons cold and too sweet for you. Ill pour you some teater. Seeing the old mans pampering smile, nca only felt close to him. She couldnt help but treat him better for it. If Grandma had still been alive, shed probably be looking at her with the same kind of love nca took a quiet bite of watermelon. It was sweet and cold. Thinking of her grandmother, her eyes inevitably reddened. Eh? Whats with you, kid? Why are you crying all of a sudden? I-Im not, nca smiled sweetly. Im not crying. I just think Im really blessed to be by your side, Grandpa. Silly girl, youre my granddaughter-inw now. If Matthew bullies you from now on, juste and tell me, and Ill show him what for! Okay, thanks Grandpa~ Seemingly infected by the old mans grin, nca found the long-lost feeling of home as she took ns arm and pouted yfully, Grandpa~ I framed the painting you gave mest time and Mrs. Brown loved it too. Can I have another one? Hah. Mrs. Brown really said that? Sure she did. ncas eyes went wide. Mrs. Brown was someone that the old man had got for Matthew from the start. Beaming, nca continued, I know you like painting at night, Grandpa. Otherwise, I wouldnt even be leaving, and Id be staying here with you! Giggling, ncas little face turned into a blooming flower. With the sweet shape of her mouth, it was a pleasing sight. The old man didnt have any hobbies outside of that. That wont do!! Suddenly, a crisp, authoritative voice came from the doorway. Chapter 72 We’re Family Chapter 72 Were Family nca frowned and saw Elizabeth, whod appeared before everyone. Elizabeths face changed slightly as she walked over. I forgot my phone here. I know you like painting, Grandpa. I like it too When she noticed how Elizabeth broke into their conversation, nca cocked an eyebrow. Thats a coincidence! Elizabeth red at her for that, but nca didnt mind at all! Oh right. nca suddenly said as if shed just realized something. She clung sweetly to the old mans elbow and purred, Then Grandpa, how about you give Elizabeth a set too? Maybe give it to her first. Were family, after all. I can wait Goddamn you nca Roach!!! nca made like a rabbit, and Louise stepped in to stop Elizabeth before escorting her out. ncas eyes curved up like a proud cat that swallowed the canary, her delicate white fingers still holding on to the old man. Trying to steal her grandfather now that she couldnt steal her husband? Bitch, please! Sobering, her eyes met Matthews, who looked at her with an evocative gaze. nca felt chills run down her spine and hurriedly shifted her gaze. Seeing that, Matthews lips twitched and his expression was unreadable. Hey! Whats with all themotion? Everyones here, huh? At that moment, Jim sauntered down from upstairs. Seeing the living room was full, he walked right over and just so happened to sit right next to nca. This damn yboy. nca shifted to the side, but n was there, and she couldnt budge. Louise just so happened to see that scene just as she returned from seeing Elizabeth out! Elizabeth had bragged to her about teaching nca a little lesson beforeing. Shed been curious what it was and asked after her for half a day before Elizabeth told her in secret that it was a p. Man if that didnt feel great! Sure, ncas face looked as fine andely as it usually was now, but looking closely, the red mark on her left cheek could still be seen. A mocking smile drifted up on Louises face. This woman, she was not only seducing Matthew, but Jim too Still, the more she got like this, the more women wanted to drag her to hell! So what if nca was clever? Could she note off worse for meeting Elizabeth? Elizabeth had entangled herself with Matthew since the first day they went to school. She was a rabid fan who treated Matthew like she owned him. Plenty of other women had been chased away by her before. Whats with your face, nca? You look hurt. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Louise just up and dunked gasoline on the trash fire. nca couldnt help but massage her temples. Did this woman get a kick out of pissing her off? Forgotten the lesson fromst time, hasnt she? Yes, bumped into someone by ident. When did you start caring for me so much, Louise? nca dodged a groping hand that Jim had extended. That final line did make Louise flush, though. Not from shyness but rage. If it hadnt been for nca, shed never have been grounded! Hmph, not even daring to speak out about getting hit by Elizabeth. Lets see how far this madness could go on! Louise smirked and only shut up when Carrie red at her. Meanwhile, Jim couldnt hold back, and his eyes glittered. nca, your face doesnt look like it got bumped into. Looks like a woman pped you instead. If youre being bullied, tell me about it! Ill back you up! Jim sniggered. Really, all he had was his looks that brought him girls en masse. But that mouth of his just made one want to hit him. Even the way he looked at her made nca feel disgusted. Scumbag! Hed tried to molest her before and shed left him mute. Now he was just actively asking for it! Been to the bar recently again, Jim? But this time, before nca could speak, Matthew had already taken nca authoritatively into his arms, as if announcing to the world that this was his woman. Like a razor, Matthews re shot towards Jim opposite him. Dont fool about with women so much. Youre ruining the reputation of the entire family. You little-!! Jims face reddened. Chapter 73 Fight! Fight! Fight! Chapter 73 Fight! Fight! Fight! Jim stared at Matthew with bloodshot eyes. He never thought his brother would say such a thing! All that said was that hed fooled around with women so much that he was dragging everything onto women. Were a family, Matthew. Is this how you treat family? Jim raged. He sprang out of his chair, emanating aggression. He had actuallye backte, but it was because some third-rate model had stood him up. He was still seething. Youre technically my family. Of course I know that. Matthew sat,pletely at ease, on the sofa, long legs folded. Holding a cup of coffee, he looked up slightly and his reply was casual. Jims face started to tremble. This big brother of his never took him seriously! What do you mean by that, Matthew?! Jim couldnt hold back. Usually he grinned and bore everything Matthew threw at him, but he had a temper too. Seeing the scene before him unfold, the old man didnt make any extraneousment or expression. He simply said coldly, Both of you get out. Grandpa Louise heard those frigid words and saw the old mans piercing gaze sweep the room, and her courage hammered away. If Grandpa really lost his temper, then Gunpowder seemed to hang in the air above the living room. Still clutching at ns elbow, nca felt his temper surge, and hurriedly smoothed him over. Just let them go at it, Grandpa. Theyre red-blooded young men and get impulsive when they talk, you know? Im not taking anyones side, but you cant blow your top, Grandpa! Cant mess up your body after all. Hah, you really do know how to charm, kid. The old man was thoroughly pleased. He looked at the Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. two again and said coldly, Follow me up. Ill write up your calligraphy. Lets just ignore them! Okay. nca looked at the two men, left out to dry. It was really only Jim staring down Matthew like a caged beast. Matthew was still sitting without any regard on his sofa. His poise never seemed to break. The only time it did was probably over that dress nca tossed that out of her head and helped the old man upstairs. She truly did cherish familial love. Being with the old man made her happier than she ever had been, until the old man finished one set of script and nca was about toe out after closing the writing room door when Louise suddenly started squealing downstairs. Oh no, oh no! What is it now? Squawking like a parrot nca hated this sort of pampered youngdy, screeching whenever anything happened. She pointed at the writing room and began, Grandpas resting right now. If you wake him Come with me. Before nca could finish, Louise suddenly grabbed her wrist. Her palm was wet with sweat. nca froze. She rarely got in contact with other people. Much less this closely What are you standing there for? Louises forehead beaded with cold sweat. Her frantic expression didnt seem to be fake. Matthew and Jim are fighting! Go over there and check on them! After nca and n had gone up, the two had been knives out at each other. Matthew wasnt giving Jim the time of day, but Jim had kept on provoking, and it had ended up like this Chapter 74 An Actual Fight Chapter 74 An Actual Fight The old Grant house was in the west of the city, and extending further west were several tangled roads. At this moment, two low-profile but still extravagant racecars were parked on the side of the road. nca looked at the cars and swallowed. Jeez. This was the sort of thing youd only see on television! A modified pink Ferrari was parked on the pavement. Jim leant on its side, clutching a still-burning cigarette between his fingers. As the smoke twirled, he blew a ring. Not scared, are you, Matthew? Scared? Matthew stood on the other side, his whole body emanating a fierce aura. He lifted a hand and popped one of the buttons on his cor. It was a single motion. Jim, in all my years I havent been scared of anything. With that, Matthews lips curved up into a yful smirk. Who was this slick bastard!? nca had never seen Matthew like this! He knew how to race?! Wasnt he supposed to be some dork who only knew how to study, and nothing about anything outside of books? How else was he still a virgin at this age? Er Well, nca wasnt sure if Matthew was a virgin, but with all her years of experience and having lived at his ce for a while, she could just tell that he was a single man with no sex life all year round! What are you standing around for? Go stop them! Louise was panicking already. She pushed at ncas arm. nca stumbled and frowned. What are you doing? Go stop them! Why dont you go? nca crossed her arms like it had nothing to do with her, and didnt budge. She shot Louise a look, while actually observing the surroundings. This was arge area. From ncas experience, the mountain path behind wove sharply. If the two did race here, it was very possible that theyd have an ident. But she didnt believe Matthew was this stupid? Wh-what do you mean? nca, one of thems your husband and the others your brother-inw? How could you not stop them? Huh? What kind of reasoning is that? Theyre both your brothers too. nca scoffed. She didnt know why Louise didnt want the two to race and wasnt going up there, but no matter what Louise had her do, she was going to do the opposite. She just didnt like the woman, after all! nca Roach! You- Quit pointing at me, Im not deaf, nca chuckled. Meanwhile, it was getting even more tense between Matthew and Jim. Still, Jim was the only one being angry about it. Matthew didnt care one whit. Hah, Im curious, big brother. You really dont care about anything at all? Jims eyes suddenly gleamed. Hed seen Louise take nca here already.Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Jim leant on his car, one hundred percent the rich yboy. Matthew remained casual, but seemed to be losing his patience. If were going to race, hurry up. He had too much to do to wile away the hours with Jim here in family drama. Of course were racing! But how about we spice it up? Oh? Seeing that Matthew wasnt refusing, Jim waved at the women behind them and called, Come over and y, nca! No fun just watching, right? Chapter 75 He’s Not Mad, Is He? Chapter 75 Hes Not Mad, Is He? nca wanted to hurl just looking at Jim as he waved at her. This man really was good for nothing but looks! Flirting with his own sister-inw so casually?! Fine, what kind of fun are we talking here? nca was no coward, though, and strode over, feigning ignorance as she looked at Jim. Seeing that nca had agreed, Jim felt a surge of excitement. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Matthew frowned surreptitiously. That small detail didnt escape nca. She stole close to him and whispered at a volume only either of them could hear, I only jumped out because I believed you, Matthew. Youre not going to lose, are you? Matthew didnt speak. nca hadnt wanted to give Matthew any chance to react anyway. Someone like Matthew would never allow himself to lose face. Which meant that no matter what he did, he was going to win. All right, Jim, how do you want topete? nca smiled and continued. Louise had arrived as well. nca had refused so bluntly back there, and now she was zing ahead. She had to curse internally. Little bitch. Cant budge with men, eh! Our old games are stale now. Matthew and I will blindfold ourselves. You and Louise point the way for us, and well see who gets to the finish line first. As for the prize how about you give me a kiss?! Jim said, ascivious light in his eyes. ncas grin froze on her face and she almost puked right before him. She didnt say anything. Even if she wasnt really Matthews woman, she was still his wife in name! Now that Jim dared to flirt with her like this, nca was sure that Matthew wouldnt show mercy. Youre not afraid youre going to lose, are you, Matthew? Jims gaze fell on Matthew. Hed already finished one cigarette, and he threw the butt behind him as he waved at Louise. Louise, though, shook her head rapidly, her legs turning to jelly. You can have your own fun. Why bring me? I cant, I C I g-get carsick! Louise trailed off into incoherent stammering. nca snickered. Not scared, are you, Louise? No faith in Jims driving? The clear doubt and mockery in her tone colored Jims face. Seeing Louise back up repeatedly, ready to run, Jim just up and snatched her! Then he stuffed her in the car. Through the ss, nca could hear Louise hammering on the door. She was clearly terrified. nca couldnt help but burst outughing. Louise had seen her brothers fight and had gone to her instead of trying to smooth things over with them. nca wasnt about to bet on what she was nning. Laughed your fill? A sudden cold wind came from overhead, and nca sobered. She set her smile away. What, I made the decision. You dont have an opinion on that, do you? Youre very smug, nca. Matthew said all of a sudden. nca was a bit at a loss, then reacted. Taking on Jims challenge while understanding nothing did seem somewhat inappropriate Matthew wasnt mad, was he? Chapter 76 Regret About This Chapter 76 Regret About This But the next moment when nca actually did what he said and got in the car with Matthew, she finally regretted about this. Damn! If she knew this would be so dangerous, she would never say yes! nca was desperate and wished she could turn back time. What are you doing? Fasten your seat belt now. Matthew was holding a ck silk cloth. nca stared and pouted, Well, can I quit? Quit? Um, Jim is your cousin after all, right? Matthew, theres something I need to tell you. I grew up in an orphanage and nobody took care of me back then. I know this kind of children. Jim appears to be a pain in the ass to you, but he did that for a good reason. He was trying to get your attention. Every naughty little child was like that. He was like a young boy who would pick on a girl only to draw her attention. Are you saying Im a young little girl? I... Or you mean he has a thing for me? Pfff... nca was stunned by his words and didnt know how to exin this. She was aware that Matthew knew what she meant but he didnt want to know this. nca was whining and was about to cry. Matthew knew he couldnt count on her and he had never nned to do that anyway. He covered his eyes with that ck silk cloth quickly. His eyes were fully covered. nca was overwhelmed by the scene. How could he be so beautiful? He was like a piece of art and handsome as a perfectly sculpted marble statue. His eyebrows, his eyes and even his nose were Gods greatest masterpieces. His cherry lips made her really want to kiss him... Is it enough for you? Oh... nca realized she was technically drooling over him. This was embarrassing. She hastily looked away and saw Matthew was already starting the car. And next to them, Jim was wearing a ck eyepatch. Louise was sitting in the passenger seat ring at her. The atmosphere made nca kind of nervous. With her heart pounding violently, she looked at Matthew with her puppy eyes and asked again, Is there really no chance of going back? I thought you were quite snappy a minute ago? I was doing that for you! nca was mad, I didnt want to embarrassed you in front of your cousin. But we dont have to risk our lives! Nobody cares if I die, but you are the chairman of Empire Group. If anything happens to you, those people in Empire Group will go crazy ... ahhh! Shut up.N?velDrama.Org: owner of this content. Before nca even finished her sentence, she suddenly felt the airstream and pressure. And then the car raced off like an arrow. nca could hear nothing but the wind and her hair was in a mess. She held on to the banister and kept screaming. Ahhhhhhhhhh!!! She really didnt want to die! Chapter 77 I Don’t Want To Die Chapter 77 I Dont Want To Die As everything outside the window kept shooting backward, nca''s heart raced so hard as if it could pop out of her throat at any moment. Matthew, I don''t want to die yet...Ahhhhhh! She was blown away by the wind and Matthew grunted impatiently, Stop it! Shut up! ... She wanted to shut up and now she thought she was about to die. nca turned to him and wanted to argue with him. And then she realized he could see nothing and she was even more terrified, Is it okay that you drive like this? Show me the way, snapped Matthew. Car racing was not a new thing for these rich boys who had been driving sports cars when they were just a bunch of teenagers. And also, the silk cloth was half transparent. He could do this by the sunlight and his own memory. 12 oclock...Turn left! Go straight! And the road ahead is blocked! ...Slow down... nca had been shouting the whole time. She screamed when she saw Jim''s car following them in the rearview mirror. It caught Matthews attention, What happened? He''s going to catch up with us! nca stumbled in astonishment, Jim is less than 20 meters behind us on the right... The next moment, Matthew turned the wheel and the car flew straight over the viaduct. nca was about to have a heart attack. Her eyes were wide open and she nearly forgot how to breathe. Then the car fell to the ground and made a turn. The car screeched to a halt, leaving ck mark across the road. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Matthew grinned. The whole thing happened in less than five minutes and he stopped the car. He took the cloth off and it fell on her hand. The silk felt cold and made here to her senses. nca swallowed. I, Im still alive? She looked at Matthew in surprise. And when Matthew nodded gently, nca was so happy that she threw herself on him and hugged him. She patted him on his back and said, I knew youre good at this. Why didnt you say that youre 100 percent sure youre going to win? Ive been so worried...Im still alive! nca didnt see the look on his face. She just kept hugging him excitedly and leaned on his shoulders. And when she was finished, she was still breathing sharply, Matthew, I didnt know you were so good You know how to race cars? Are you also capable of anything else like... I can do a lot of things, Matthew gave her a subtle look, I also know how to toss a loud person away. ... Fine. nca acted like she zipped her mouth and she would keep her mouth shut. Then, somebody knocked on the window. nca turned around and saw Jim was standing outside the door grimly. Chapter 78 I Want You To Apologize Chapter 78 I Want You To Apologize Ugh... Louise was throwing up leaning on that tree. nca nced at her and then quickly looked away. She turned to Jim who was wearing a pair of baggy pants and sneakers. He looked good but... nca shook her head. God is fair. Being pretty didnt necessarily mean being smart. I lost, said Jim gloomily. He always thought his cousin was nothing but a loser who only knew how to manage apany. He didnt know he was also so good at car racing! Back then, he wanted to catch up with him and Matthew made sure that didnt happen. Oh, I knew I would win from the beginning. After saying that in a cold voice, Matthew waved at nca and didnt want to waste more time on him, Come here, time to go. Already? nca came forward and looked at Jim expectantly, But your cousin said the winner will get a reward. Right? Yes, I lost. What do you want? Jim red at her. nca was so happy but she acted like nothing happened. This dumb ass had wanted to take advantage of her. Well, I dont actually know what I want... After all, my husband is already the chairman of Empire Group. We can have whatever we want. But if its not good, we dont want it anyway. nca took this chance to tter Matthew and insult Jim. Jims face quickly turned red. nca chuckled. Matthew didnt stop her so she knew he was okay with this. She rolled her eyes and thought really hard. Now it was at duck. The warm sunlight was shining on her face and Matthew took this chance to secretly admire her beauty. Such a great scene. He tried hard to resist the thought of kissing her right now. What was he thinking? How could he think like that? I was thinking... nca didnt notice the look on his face, she just kept calcting and sighed, You dont have anything I want. What about an apology? Last time, well...You could just say you are wrong and you will never be disrespectful to me ever again. nca, dont push it! gasped Jim. nca was still smiling and wasnt even a little bit upset about his usation. She knew Jim had everything he needed but the thing he fear the most was losing his dignity. She knew how to strike a man like him. And he would never dare to mess with her again. Jim, why dont you just tell me? Now what? You lost and you dont want to keep your promise? nca appeared to be quite shocked, I didnt know youre such a sore loser...RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Chapter 79 Dad, Mom, Where Are You Chapter 79 Dad, Mom, Where Are You Im sorry, Ill never do that again... I will never harass nca again. Hahahahaha... In the living room of the Grant mansion, nca was looking at her phone andughing, lying on the couch. Matthew nced at her and said coldly, How many times have you watched it? Isnt it enough for you? Two hours ago, Jim apologized to nca reluctantly. Who would know nca recorded this over her cell phone? What a quirky girl. Thinking of this, Matthew couldnt help smiling. No, I can watch this for a hundred times! nca giggled and sat on the couch, she looked at Matthew and there was a sparkle in her eyes, He looked so funny. What a sour puss! I cant get enough of this. Now that she had this video, Jim wouldnt dare to stand close to her. Youre the only one who dares to treat him like that, said Matthew. nca raised her eyebrows and whispered in his ears, Is the Grant family a big shot in Oakshire? If I sell this video, I can make a lot of money, right? Miser, Matthew chuckled and rolled his eyes at nca, why dont you sell yourself? Ive already sold myself to you. nca watched the video all over again. After realizing what she had said, nca paused and knew what that sounded like. She wanted to exin but then Matthew stood up and looked down at nca, So you mean youre sad because I havent given you any money after I married you? Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. I didnt...mean that... This card is for you, take it, Matthew seemed to remember something and pulled out a credit card which was the one he gave her in the office but she didnt take it. After tossing the card on the desk, his phone rang. He didnt even look at her and picked up the phone. nca stared at that card and felt terrible. Sheughed sarcastically at herself. How could she forget? All of this was a contract. She was a fraud and a thief. She was thrown into prison when she was just a kid. And Matthew was the chairman of Empire Group and the big shot in Oakshire. Everyone looked up to him. How could she be so proud in front of him? Why couldnt he use money to deal with her? nca wiped off her tears and her face felt numb. The video was still ying in loops and she couldnt hear it anymore. nca stepped on the floor with her bare feet. Shey on the bed but didnt feel like sleeping. Her eyes were empty and she kept touching the jade ne on her neck. Dad, mom, who are you exactly? Why did you give birth to me and then abandon me? nca gave a sneer. She had been unwanted ever since she was born. But people like Jim could be whatever they wanted. They could be jerks and bossy because hisst name was Grant and his family got his back. Only she was unwanted everywhere she went... Chapter 80 How Did It Go? Chapter 80 How Did It Go? Matthew pushed open the door of the study with his phone in his hand. There were all kinds of books on the bookshelf and the chandelier was shining brightly. Everyone who walked in could tell the owner must have been collecting these even since he was a boy. Most books that were put up front were about business. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. How did it go? Matthew asked in a deep voice. The person on the other end was silent and uneasy when he finally spoke after a while, Mr. Grant, we went to the hometown of the family but...few people were left in her family. It was said that she moved here with her grandma twenty years ago. The vigers had only seen her with her grandma. None of them had seen her parents. Ive already sent all the info to you. Okay. They said they never saw her parents. What if... Were her parents dead or... Matthew frowned. Then hisputer rang. He knew it was the email. He went to the desk and checked his mailbox. nca Roach, 22 years old, high school dropout... The email told everything about nca and Matthew was thinking fast in his head. He heard her said that she didnt finish high school. But...It was the 21st century. She must be extremely miserable and poor back then. He felt something in his heart. Matthew kept reading the email and his hands tightened on the mice. When nca was in high school, her grandma had a serious disease and there was no cure for that. She had no choice but to steal. He remembered that there was a helpless high school girl and he felt like his throat was choking. If she really was rted to that person, she must feel devastated then. Matthew looked at the corner of the study where various precious stones were disyed. A lot of them were purchased by himself but only that one on the desk was given by his teacher. He suddenly felt irritated. He turned off hisputer and walked to the bedroom subconsciously. The lights were off. He could hear her breathing softly on the bed. Was she asleep? He walked towards her in dim light and saw her scrawling on the bed, hogging half of the bed. He covered her feet with a nket and heard her whispering, Granny... Dont be afraid, Ill find the medicine that can cure you... Granny... Granny dont go! ... Her face was red and she kept frowned. Matthew felt quite strange. Was he worrying about her? He was worried about her pain? He couldnt help touching his hair and whispered softly, Good night. If she was asleep, she would not have to think about anything else. He ced his warm hand on her forehead for a while. Then she caught that hand and fell asleep as if she wasforted by him. nca, if youre really that ones...I wont let you down, said Matthew, looking at her. That was the reason why he didnt sleep with her. Chapter 81 Got Married Chapter 81 Got Married Early the next morning, nca stretched herself. She woke up with a fluffy pillow in her arms and rubbed her face on the pillowfortably. She suddenly remembered that she had got married! Ah... She sat up but did not see Matthew who was sitting in the chair reading the newspaper. She remembered thatst night Matthew carried her to the study. He didnte back yesterday, did he? Thats okay. Anyway, they didnt get married for real. When she got up and prepared to wash up, she looked at herself in the mirror wearing light pink cotton pajamas and was instantly stunned. Her toothbrush fell on the sink. The pajamas! She remembered that she was in a bad moodst night, so she was not sure when she fell asleep. The most important thing was that she didnt have time to change her pajamas. Could it be that Matthew changed it for her? Thinking of this, ncas face was as red as an apple. She forced herself to calm down, then washed up and went downstairs. When she saw Matthew sitting in the living room eating breakfast, even her ears turned red This this Last night she wore a SpongeBob underwear. Did Matthew see that too? She felt her blood was burning hot. Good morning, nca walked over and said hello. Mrs. Brown immediately prepared the table for her and greeted her with a smile. When Mrs. Brown left, nca secretly raised her head and looked at Matthew. He seemed, as usual, nothing special. EhWell, nca said hesitantly. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Say it. Matthew was so domineering! He just sat there quietly without saying a word, but nca was already afraid. But thinking of her innocence, nca still bravely raised her head to face Matthew. She gritted her teeth and said, Matthew, I want to tell you something. Oh? Matthew seemed a little puzzled, I have said it. You must send me meals for a month before I can promise you anything. Its not this matter Then what is it? That is, that is nca stammered. When Matthew stared at her like that, she would always stutter. nca felt that her heart was about to jump out of her chest! Damn it! how can there be such a good- looking man in the world? His face was like an exquisite work of art. His temperament was outstanding. She couldnt help being deeply attracted by him at a nce. She couldnt say anything when he was staring at her. He was amazing! If you have nothing to say, shut up and eat your breakfast, Matthew seemed impatient and said to her. His voice was low and deep. It sounded so pleasant. God Why could this man even have such a nice voice? nca realized that she had been infatuated with him. She quickly shook her head, and then said seriously, Matthew, do you know what a contract marriage means? Of course. Do you need me to google it for you? ...No. I mean our marriage exists in name only, so you cant nca was entangled with how to talk with Matthew about that. Matthew had put down his chopsticks and said in surprise, What do you mean? Do you think I have done something to youst night? Matthew chuckled, Im not interested in skinny bean sprouts. Chapter 82 Bean Sprouts Chapter 82 Bean Sprouts Im not interested in skinny bean sprouts His words lingered in her ears for a long while. Standing in her room and looking at the clothes in the closet, nca felt a little upset. Her clothes were more suitable for young high school students. Are you alright? Mrs. Grant, its time for you to deliver lunch to Mr. Grant. Mrs. Brown knocked at the door and reminded nca. After Matthew left this morning, nca had locked herself in her room and Mrs. Brown didnt know what she was doing inside. Iming. Iming. nca quickly replied after hearing Mrs. Browns voice. She looked down at her chest. Matthew was a bastard! How could she be the bean sprouts? How could a bean sprout look so beautiful? nca scolded Matthew contemptuously in her heart. Finally, she chose the simple red skirt and ran to Mrs. Brown to take the food container. Curtis had already waited outside the door. nca quickly entered the car. Anyway, she thanked Matthew. If it werent for him, she wouldnt have a big house to live in and have such delicious food every day. So, forget it. She decided not to mind what he had said for the time being. nca smiled and squinted. Curtis wondered what was going on. The ck car drove into the parking lot from the front of the Empire Group Building. nca walked into the elevator with a food container. Lisa looked resentfully at nca in the dark and gritted her teeth! nca, you better be more careful in the future! If it wasnt for nca, she wouldnt have been fired! Hmm? nca suddenly looked back. She felt as if someone was following her, but after turning around, she found nothing. Mrs. Grant, whats wrong? Nothing, lets go. nca smiled and followed Curtis to take the elevator in the parking lot straight to the presidents office. Just as she arrived at the office, she saw Louise also sitting on the sofa, talking with Matthew. Why was this woman everywhere? Your lunch is here. Im leaving now. Although nca had lunch with Matthew in the office several times before, when she saw Lisa here too, she had no appetite and didnt want to stay. She put the container on the table and was about to leave. But Louise suddenly stopped her, nca, I happen to be here today, or shall we go out for lunch? Oh? But your brother doesnt like to eat outside, nca smiled and said. Louise was stunned, Howe? Theres a new Japanese restaurant downstairs. Matthew likes to eat there the most. Lets go together. Japanese food? nca couldnt help but look at Matthew. He didnt even deny it. Was he and Mrs. Brown lying to her and say he didnt like to eat outside? And then he could ask her to send him lunch every day? All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. She didnt expect that Matthew was so mean! nca red at Matthew, but Matthew cleared his throat and said to nca as if nothing had happened, Didnt you say you wanted to try some salmon before? Their salmon is fresh. You can go try it. Chapter 83 The life of the rich Chapter 83 The life of the rich Louise begged again and again. In addition, it was just time for dinner. Many employees nearby noticed the situation here. If nca still refused all the time, it was inevitable that people would be suspicious. Okay, lets go together, Matthew also said. Since Matthew had also said it, then just go. She just needed to keep calm and smart to tackle any problem. They went to a Japanese restaurant downstairs. When nca got the menu, she got extremely surprised. This this this A dish cost several thousand dors. Could normal people afford this? nca, you can order the dishes now. Matthew will pay the bill, Louise smiled faintly. Seeing that nca had a menu in her hand, she immediately took another one and ordered a lot of delicious food. By just listening to what Louise said, nca knew Matthew would spend much money today. There were only three of them here. Could they eat so much? Louise was so avaricious! nca stared at the price on the menu. But Matthew did not notice nca at all. He also ordered a lot of food Also! Matthew, I think you have ordered too much. Or should we share the meal? nca swallowed saliva and said cautiously. She stared at Matthew with grievances. How could he not know what she was thinking about? Seeing her still didnt order the dishes, Matthew directly told the waitress, Serve her the same dishes as mine. The same? nca didnt know what to say. The ordinary people couldnt understand the world of the rich. Forget it. After all, it was Matthews money, not hers. He could spend whatever he liked. Anyway, the rich people regarded extravagance as the most important. ncaforted herself like that. She thought LouiseLouise would make trouble with her at dinner. She didnt expect that LouiseLouise ate silently like a baby from beginning to end. She just went to the bathroom once. It was so strange. Why didnt she run counter to her today? She was not used to that. Louise thought in her heart as she stuffed food into her mouth. Halfway through, Matthew picked up the phone. After he left, Louise suddenly smiled cunningly and looked up at nca, nca, do you know what my brother is doing? He goes to answer the phone. I dont care about his business, nca took a sip of the lemonade and smiled faintly, I think the most important thing between a couple is trust. What do you think? nca, I dont know. Are you just a simple or heartless woman? You cant even not know what your husband is doing. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Louise, what do you want to talk about? nca frowned. Maybe its because this kind of high-end restaurant gave her a shock. After all, she didnte to such ces often. Although nca never behaved that way, she had low self-esteem. She didnt make trouble on such asions. Louiseughed and shrugged her shoulders, Im afraid you dont know that Matthew is investigating you, right? I am curious. Since you and Matthew have got married, then why does he still want to investigate you? Investigation?! Matthew was investigating her in private? She felt that her heart was suddenly pulled by something. nca looked very unnatural. But this was exactly what Louise wanted. She saw Matthewe over and quickly sent a text message. Chapter 84 Mary suddenly appeared Chapter 84 Mary suddenly appeared Matthew walked over. He didnt seem to notice the subtle change at the table, but he didnt continue to eat either. nca hoped he would say something, but he didnt. The tension she felt was almost suffocating. Why dont you eat? Matthew finally noticed the nearly rigid atmosphere and he asked. nca didnt want to be embarrassed in front of Matthew, so she just said, Im full. Lets go, She wanted to go back early and ask Matthew what exactly he meant, but it was not good to ask when Louise was also there. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Okay. Matthew was never picky about eating, but he was used to eating what Mrs. Brown cooked, so everyone thought he only ate what Mrs. Brown cooked, and he had never denied it. For him, food only existed to fill his stomach. When they were just about to get up, a woman suddenly rushed over and came straight towards nca! Ah! Almost instantly, nca had already caught that woman. What a joke! After living in the slums for so long, could she survive in society without some skills? nca instantly felt an object running towards her in almost three seconds. Then she grabbed the womans arm quickly until she cried out, Ah, ah, ah, it hurts. Let me go! Its you? How could it be Mary? nca looked at the woman covering her arm in front of her with some surprise. Her face was pale, her hair was messy, and even her clothes seemed to have not been washed for several days. She stared fiercely at nca, which made nca puzzled. Hadnt Marybeen fired? nca, you bitch! If it werent for you, I wouldnt have been used by Lisa at all, let alone been fired Now, I have nothing, no job and no money. I am even going to be sold by my father to a 50-year-old man. I will watch your back even after I die! Marys arm was broken by nca and was shouting abuse. nca frowned. She had never been that kind of bitch. Mary had been looking for trouble since the first day she entered thepany. She just brought trouble to herself. Its just that she was sold by her father to the old man? Shut up! Matthew coldly looked at what had happened. Fortunately, this was a closed space and few people could see them. Matthew directly called for the manager of the restaurant and ordered in a cold voice, Bring her out. Yes! Wait! The manager immediately wiped the sweat off his forehead and hastily called for two people to take Mary away, but nca suddenly stopped them. Leave just like this? No way! Did she think nca was just a fool? Just now it was clearly Louise who had contacted Mary, so she could rush in. Otherwise, Mary couldnt get into this restaurant at all. No wonder she had such a peaceful meal today. She had done this to her. nca pursed her lips and walked up to Mary, who was shaking violently, and she didnt dare to look at nca at all. nca made her raise her head, and then a sharp knife fell from her hand. Chapter 85 Partial to his wife for the first time Chapter 85 Partial to his wife for the first time Ding-- The knife that fell on the ground was iparably sharp and could be used to kill people very easily. At this moment, even Matthew frowned. Mary, right? I remember you. Do you know how many years you will be sentenced for intentional murder? I...I dont know. I didnt try to murder you! When Mary heard that, she immediately panicked, especially because nca forced her to look at her. For the first time, she found nca so scary, as if she was a demoning out of hell What? You didnt know that. I dont mind telling you about that. You have to be sentenced to at least five years in prison for stabbing someone like thisand Im the wife of the president of Empire Group. If I hire a goodwyer, would you have to spend your life in prison? nca said. Not me. II did not! Mary struggled. Send her to the police station, Matthew didnt want to waste time on this. He walked to nca and made sure she wasnt hurt, and then said, Leave it to the police. No. Dont leave me to the police Mary panicked as soon as she heard the word police and looked at Louise with a pleading gaze, Miss Grant, didnt you say you would give me 500 thousand dors as long as I came here to teach nca a lesson? I dont want that money. Please let me go. Ask them to let me go You, what are you talking about? I didnt give you 500 thousand dors. That would be ndering! Louise immediately panicked. nca knew very well what was going on. She looked at these two people indifferently and suddenly got a little tired. In the past, although she had not enough to eat and wear, and asionally was bullied and beaten, no one dared to kill her with a knife so tantly. These were all because of Matthew nca, are you okay? Noticing nca did not look right, Matthew asked in a hurry. He looked very ferocious. nca waved her hand, Im tired. I want to go back to rest. Just leave them to the police. After saying that, she had walked out without waiting for Matthew to reply. Mr. Grant, I know I was wrong. Please let me go this time After nca left, Mary knelt down and begged. Matthew was indifferent and didnt look at her at all. He directly asked security staff to take her away. Only Matthew and Louise were left there. Matthew, I Louise, you are out of line, Matthew said coldly, and made Louise keep shiveringJust at the moment when Mary rushed over, Matthew almost subconsciously wanted to block her, but nca had prepared in advance, so she didnt get hurt. But this didnt mean Louise was not at fault. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Matthew! Whats so great about that woman? Why are you always partial to her? She doesnt like you at all. Cant you see that? Why cant you even see me, you Shut up! Matthew suddenly reached out his hand and squeezed Louises neck. Louise could tell that Matthew wanted to her from his eyes. He stared at Louises pretty face, Dont think that just because you have Carrie back you up, I wont dare to do anything to you. Dont you ever do anything to nca. If you still try to do something to her, I promise you would wish you have never had such a thought. Chapter 86 Blanca’s Dream Chapter 86 ncas Dream Coming out of the Japanese restaurant, the sun was shining on them, and the streets were full of pedestriansing and going. They were wearing exquisite suits, holding either mobile phones or expression on their faces. This was the busiest area in Oakshire. nca was so envious of them... She suddenly showed a smile with bitterness. When would she find her value? Miss, would you like to purchase a painting? It only costs you thirty dors! nca followed the cries and saw a man wearing rivet pants and a peaked cap was constantly soliciting people. He had set up a stall by the fountain. The clothes he was wearing were very casual, with a pigtail behind his head. There was a golden frame hanging on the bridge of his nose. He was sitting on a small stool with a lot of portraits, and there were a lot of brushes and other tools next to him. How much does it cost? Thirty dors! I''m in a hurry... maybe next time then. A woman in a fashionable dress asked about the price, shook her head, and walked away with an awkward look on her face. The man smiled politely and then went to ask others. In a huge city like this, there were many street artists and street painters... nca didnt know what was wrong with her but she walked up there to the stall. The man noticed her. Perhaps because he had been turned down enough times, he didn''t hold any hope - He spoke with worn-out excitement, Miss, would you like to buy a painting? It only costs you thirty dors for one, fifty dors for two. Yes. She looked at the portraits of people listed together on the floor. There were elders, babbling babies, and loving couples... And you could tell that the mans paintings were all very good! You painted all of these? nca took one up in surprise and looked at it carefully. She hadnt learned painting from school, but this persons painting was simply mind-blowing... And the details, the expressions, and demeanor of the characters were reproduced perfectly! Itd be awesome if I could paint as well as he did! I painted them, you want one or not? The man said impatiently. nca just found out the mans name was Peter. And his signature was on the lower right corner of each painting! Yes, I would like two portraits of myself. Do I take a seat here? nca found the most satisfactory spot, and then she posed the same way as the model did in a picture she had seen on the inte, which she assumed would look great. She stood in front of the fountain with one hand on the upper arm of the other side. And at the same time, she had one finger pointing at the sky, with her head looking down slightly... Puff! Peter cracked up, and nca frowned and looked at him, What''s the matter? Is this position a bit difficult for you? Or do you need me to change to a simpler one? This position looks so beautiful, though. "..." nca looked at Peter, embarrassed. She saw this posture from Instagram. She assumed itd be a beautiful scene if she was standing on the beach, her hair was blown by the wind, and she raised her arms with ease with her head tilted in the ocean breeze! Even if there were no ocean breeze now, it could be reced by a breeze in the city! nca adjusted her posture happily, and even took out her mobile phone to take a look at herself. She was revealing a sweet smile, I''ll pay more, but lets go with this posture, OK? RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Sure... Peter twitched the corner of his mouth and agreed. He was making money either way! Chapter 87 She Was Interrupted Chapter 87 She Was Interrupted Are we done yet? Twenty minutester, the sun had risen to the top of the sky, shining on the earth. nca couldn''t help All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. scratching her neck, she was exhausted... Maintaining the same position was no easy job at all! Almost done, just hang it there a bit longer! Hearing what Peter said, nca continued with her lips pursing. She had to carry on for her beautiful portrait! However, a few minutester when nca saw the portrait Peter had done for her, her face turned almost as dark as the charcoal next to her. Is this what you painted of me? What the heck was this! On the paper, a cartoon character was standing next to the fountain with no vitality... Well, I did paint it. I thought we were doing a portrait, werent we? nca was angry. She had been standing in the sun for almost half an hour, and all she got was a... Well, a stick figure? I didnt say that thirty dors were actually for portraits though. Peter blinked his big eyes and looked at her with an innocent and cute face. He was originally a street artist, and at this time he still looked a bit scornful. His artistic vibe was extremely strong. ncas hand holding the sketch paper tightened. Besides, that paper was expensive. Peter started packing up his stuff and getting ready to leave. It seemed like he was going to wrap up for the day. And he didnt seemly want to charge nca, This one is for you, for free. Its fate that had brought us together. Haha! Fate? Eww! He was out of his mind! If I went modeling, I would make more than three hundred bucks a day. How could he be so shameless! nca rolled her eyes, stuffed thirty bucks directly into Peters bag, pursing her lips, and said, Whatever your excuse is. Ive paid you thirty dors, you have to paint me a nice portrait no matter what. Hey, hey, stop that! Seeing nca reach out to pick up his painting kits, Peter got anxious. He stared at the little girl in front of him. He didnt realize that the girl was really good-looking until now. Her Peter swallowed. He couldn''t help swallowing. There was a sh of inspiration in ncas mind, and she decided to stay at Peters stall. Matthew witnessed all this standing in front of the Japanese restaurant... The sun was shining even brighter, and the sunshine shadowed on nca. She was like an elf jumping around as if she had endless energy. Matthews assistant Curtis found his height wasnt tall enough for him to see everything, even though he was almost 6 feet. Curtis was getting anxious looking at the calm look on Matthews face. Mr. Grant, would you need me to bring back Mrs. Grant? Curtis found it embarrassing for nca and another guy to hang outughing in front of Matthew, so he said to Matthew with caution. Is it necessary? Matthew let out a cold humph. Perhaps he didnt realize it, but the look on his face gave him away. Matthew locked his sight on nca, hesitated for a while, and said to Curtis, Bring her back. ... Mr. Grant, you had been so stubborn! nca said everything possible to finally get Peters Instagram ount, and they followed each other too. She couldnt hide the excitement on her face, Are you in art school? I heard it was hard to get in there, I... Mrs. Grant. nca pulled Peters arm pitifully thinking about how to make him teach herself painting. She saw his talents earlier! Peters talent were obvious to all, and being a sweet painter here was a waste of his talents. Would it be possible to trick him into teaching me, oh no, that shouldnt be tricking, it was all about learning something new, right? Chapter 88 What She Wanted Chapter 88 What She Wanted nca was so close to talking Peter into teaching her, but Curtis showed up all of a sudden and interrupted them. She nced at him with resentment, and Curtis shivered. Mhm... Mrs. Grant, Mr. Grant sent me to remind you that its time to return and that you shouldnt forget... about what you wanted to do. Curtis said cautiously. You jerk, Matthew! What else could you do other than threaten me with the matter of my pendant? On the thought of that, nca didn''t catch the opportunity - Peter had already picked up his drawing board and run away. nca had to follow Curtis back, with her head looking down in disappointment. In the meantime, Matthew was so busy in the office while nca was bored and idling around. She wished that handsome young man Peter would teach her how to paint... nca was thinking so, holding her chin with her hand helplessly. Matthew had been out for two hours because he needed to attend a meeting with the board of directors. She was browsing all over on her Twitter and Instagram, and she ran out of things to do. Buzz... The phone suddenly started ringing and nca was taken aback by the ringtone. It made her sleepiness go away. She had her ears up - She realized that the sound wasing from Matthews desk. Wait a second. Why didn''t he bring his cell phone? nca held the phone up and was about to wait for it to hang up. On the other hand, she was assuming whoever had Matthews phone number and was calling now must be for something important. What if it was his business partners? Should she take it for him? The same number was calling again. nca hesitated for a second and picked it up anyways. Mr. Grant, we are calling to report to you about what you sent us to investigate. Mrs. Grant did show up together with her grandmother back then. Weve visited a few people and asked around. People said that her grandmother always kept her mouth shut and never talked about their past. Nobody really knows where Mrs. Grant hase from. ... Mr. Grant, are you still on the phone? Weve found Mrs. Grants old neighbors, which would possibly help us find pictures of her grandmother. We will dig a little deeper... An unfamiliar male voice came over the phone, and listening to his words, nca had goosebumps all over her body. She held the phone dumbly and even forgot to answer. Perhaps they were wondering why the call got through but no one spoke, the person on the other side of the phone said a few Hellos and they hung up eventually. nca was holding the phone, but her body was shivering. This caught her off guard and she wasnt sure whether she should cry orugh. What was happening now? So Louise wasnt lying, and Matthew was indeed running an investigation on her... But why did Matthew investigate her? Was he worried that she was sent by someone for his money, or did he fear she was from a suspicious background? Or perhaps Matthew investigated whoever approached him... But back then it was Matthew who asked her to marry him. If he didnt trust herself, why didnt he bring it up and talk about it with her? nca, who gave you permission to touch my phone? Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Suddenly, nca heard a familiar voice. It was profound and it sounded pretty much like a beautiful cello. nca looked at the phone in her hand feeling a little shocked. She then realized she was still holding Matthews phone. She gave him a sneering smile and responded in aplicated mood, Sorry, I should not have touched your stuff. What was it? Matthew frowned. Was it his delusion? nca seemed a bit different right now in front of him. She handed the phone into his hand, her fingers reached his palm, and her eyes started watering up. She held her head up immediately trying to hold her tears back. She was trying to force a calm and rxed smile, Matthew, lets have an honest talk with each other. Chapter 89 Be Honest With Each Other Chapter 89 Be Honest With Each Other They were seated face to face. However, nca felt that Matthew had gained the upper hand in this uing conversation. What do you want to talk about? Matthews finger was tapping on the table lightly. He saw nca Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. answer that phone call earlier when he was entering the room It upset nca so much looking at Matthews calm and rxed face. Howe he was so at ease? He was the one that was investigating her... There was nothing for her to fear though. She hadnt done anything harmful to Matthew anyways. nca sniffed and brought out a pen and paper. She was holding the pen tightly and said to Matthew with a pouting mouth, First of all, we are in a contract marriage, and you have promised to help me find the owner of the pendant and I will help shield you away from all your unwanted admirers and pursuers. Correct? Positive. Which means we are in an equal position, correct? Exactly. Then how could you run a background investigation on me! It felt terrible to be looked upon with suspicion. nca didnt do anything wrong. But she hated the feeling of not being trusted, especially... by Matthew whom she made a deal with. nca felt so stuck and sour at heart. I did investigate you. Matthew didnt seem to regret what he had done. He stood up and leaned closer to nca. With a powerful aura on him, Matthew approached directly. nca was so nervous, but Matthew started to exin calmly, You can run an investigation on me as well. I... What the heck! I wasnt shameless like you! nca wanted tosh out at Matthew, but... Looking at his perfectly handsome face, somehow she couldnt. She swallowed up her pride and anger, biting on her lips, and said a few secondster, I am nothing like you. I wouldnt randomly start an investigation on anyone... Then tell me what you want to know. Ask me. Matthew suggested. nca rose to her full height and smote the table. She didnt care about this! Matthew was a simple-minded man who never understood womens thoughts. He must always fail to understand women properly! I dont... You dont want to know? Faced with Matthews charisma attack, nca went instantly speechless. She didnt realize Matthew had been leading her on. She replied, You dont need to investigate me. Ask me anything you would like to know about. Alright. I want to know everything about you. Go ahead. I... nca felt like she was trapped by Matthew somehow. And when she told Matthew everything from which brand of milk powder she had had when she was a child, to which junior high school she had gone to, and to the reason why she had dropped out of high school, she felt deeply deceived. She touched the tip of her nose, feeling a little bit afraid to look straight into Matthews eyes. Was he turned from a fox to this life? Was there any kind of illusion trick in his eyes that could control her mind? OK, onest question, nca... "Stop! Stop! Stop! nca finally got back to her senses - Her beautiful little face was twisted into a circle, and her fingers kept sping her palms. She was biting on her lips, and said unwillingly, It''s time for me to ask you. Whom does that pendant belong to? She had no time to mess with Matthew! Perhaps Matthew was aware that this question woulde from nca eventually, there appeared a shade of brief sadness in his eyes. And it was only when nca thought that he would not say anything else, did Mathew say in a low and sad voice, It belongs to my mentor. Chapter 90 The Legendary Mr. Butler Chapter 90 The Legendary Mr. Butler Ernest Butler. There was a bright moon but only sparse stars in the sky. The moonlight spilled through the French window from the outside shining on the floor of the vi and casting a faint shadow. nca was holding her phone, frowning deeply. Early in the day, Matthew finally told her the truth. It turned out that the pendant belonged to his teacher Ernest Butler... Oh... Mrs. Grant, why did you leave the lights off? What are you doing in the dark? Mrs. Brown was out and just arrived home with a basket in her hand. She was at the supermarket getting vegetables and other ingredients for breakfast tomorrow. She thought there was no one home seeing there were no lights on! You are back, Mrs. Brown. nca put down her phone and put on a smile. She acted as if she was looking at something great and got in closer. Mrs. Brown felt ttered, Oh, Mrs. Grant. You seem so happy, any good news today? Haha, I am happy every day, arent I? nca was grinning. She held Mrs. Brown and both of them sat down on the couch. Matthew had to work overtime tonight and he assumed it would be ate-night so he specially asked Curtis to escort nca home. As soon as she came home, she looked up news and information about Ernest Butler online. However, Ernest Butler seemed very mysterious and nca couldnt find anything in the end. That was why... That nca was hoping Mrs. Brown would know something helpful. She was serving drinks and giving Mrs. Brown a massage on her shoulders, which took Mrs. Brown by fright. Mrs. Brown was almost tearing up in fear and she was trying to turn nca down with her offerings. nca was showing a triumphant foxy smirk on her face when Mrs. Brown promised to tell her everything she knew. ... Ernest Butler? Mrs. Grant, why would you like to learn about him all of a sudden... Mentioning Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Ernest Butler, Mrs. Browns facial expression changed. nca cautiously caught that different look on Mrs. Browns face, and she got even more skeptical. If ncas assumption was right, then Ernest Butler must be rted to her. Mrs. Brown, can you please tell me more? nca kept shaking Mrs. Browns arm. Mrs. Brown couldnt bear the swaying anymore. She finally agreed and slowly exined, Mr. Butler was Mr. Grants mentor when he was little. This was a long story. After old Mrs. Grant passed away, Mr. Grants personality became more withdrawn. At that time, he was quite interested in jade, so Old Mr. Grant found him a teacher to teach him about that. That teacher was Mr. Ernest Butler. I heard that Mr. Butler has made great achievements in the jade industry, however, its been forever since he retired. ncas eyes widened as she listened to Mrs. Browns narration. ncas heart was racing so fast. That being said, the pendant on her neck might be the work by this legendary Mr. Butler. Mrs. Grant, whats the matter? No, nothing. Did you happen to know of Mr. Butlers address? nca asked nervously. As long as she had his address, she would be able to go over there and ask him on her own and possibly figure out what had happened... At this time, in ncas mind, she had already begun to develop various versions of imagination, including that her grandmother and Mr. Butler might be a couple once, but for some reason, they had to flee; maybe that her parents were still alive somewhere in the world, right here in the Butler family... Chapter 91 Three Women, One Farce Chapter 91 Three Women, One Farce ncas emotions were in turmoil, and her nails were digging deep into her palm. If she really did find her mother and father She had to ask them why they abandoned her! But Mrs. Brown simply shook her head helplessly. Old man Butlers always kept to himself. The young masters probably the only one who knows about this. Oh nca smiled sadly. Seemed like Matthew really was her only hope. Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. The next morning, a red Ferrari pulled up to a stop outside the police precinct. Wearing arge sunhat, Louise sat in the drivers seat, her delicate nose framed with ck shades, all dressed up so nobody could recognize her. Shes inside. Coming out soon. Louise shot a look at the person in the passenger seat andined, What with your connection? She gave me up in front of Matthew! Louise was fuming over that. With how Matthew had been all cold to her yesterday, itd be way harder to get close to him from now on! Miss Grant, we are partners. You cant just me someone else whenever things go wrong for you, you know? Sitting in the passenger seat, Lisa said coldly. If it hadnt been for the fact that she was at the end of her rope, she wouldnt be turning to some useless oaf like Louise! A whileter, there came the sound of a grate opening from outside the police station, and a woman with messy hair was pushed out. Louise nudged Lisa, a little disgustedly, Go pick her up. Idiot, both of them! Louise frowned, but they still had their uses. She had to grin and bear it for now. Mary got on the car and Louise drove off. Three women, one farce. Meanwhile, nca was still in her dreams, and didnt know that they were preparing to strike again. Mom, Dad, dont leave me! Suddenly, she cried out in her sleep, her face scrunched together, fine brow furrowing, as if experiencing something greatly upsetting. nca repeatedly shook her head, Grandpa Dont, dont leave her. Her grandmother was all she had left! As her sweat dripped down her sharp chin, nca suddenly jolted awake and found Matthew staring at her calmly. Nightmare? Yeah She dry-swallowed. Matthew handed her some water. ncas eyes dimmed, and drank it in one gulp. Her throat felt a little better after that. Thank you. As if finding her appearance a bit piteous, Matthew thought about it. My teacher is not in the country right now. When he gets back, Ill make arrangements. Arrangements? Arrangements for what? Their meeting?! When she heard what he said, ncas eyes widened and she grabbed Matthews arms excitedly, eyes full of expectation. Really? Youll arrange for me to meet that Mr. Butler? She didnt know who this old man was, but nca had already consciously thought of Ernest Butler as someone who could rte to her, and felt a bit more intimate to him now. The words came blurting out. Would I lie? Matthew smiled mockingly, as if displeased that nca didnt believe him. nca went straight intockey mode and praised, How could I? Youre the best person in all of Oakshire, Matthew, and Ill never say bad things about you again! Oh? What kind of bad things have you ever said about me before? Matthews gaze suddenly darkened. Realizing shed said something wrong, nca hurriedly released his elbows and waved frantically, Nope, nope Chapter 92 Meeting Grandpa Chapter 92 Meeting Grandpa Matthew didnt bother debating with her and snatched her out of the nkets. He dragged the still sleepy nca to the restroom to wash and change. nca still couldnt somewhat open her eyes. She shrugged, and picked a white shirt along with a ited skirt. She tied her hair in a ponytail behind her head, her whole being emanating youth. What are you doing waking me so early, Matthew? Not letting me go out and work nca was a hard working person. She could hardly ever get enough food when she was small, so she always worked hard with the thought that if there was money to be made, she would definitely make it. But she had a habit of sleeping in. Were going to see the old man, said Matthew. His gaze swept a circle around ncas body, and his thin lips curved up slightly. He was used to all the luxury brand gowns that Louise and gang wore, but looking at ncas energetic get-up, it was a fresh aura. Looking at her like this, young, bouncy What are you looking at? Something on my face? Or are my clothes too old? Ill go change. nca thought that Matthew was put off by her clothes. After all, every time they went to the Grant household, Louise was in all that elegant high-end finery, while she had the sort of twenty-buck outfit she got off online shopping that was probably embarrassing Matthew, wasnt it? nca ran through the most expensive clothes of hers in her head, but Matthew simply said, Those clothes are fine. Lets go. With that, hed already walked out. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only nca didnt dare hold things up and hurriedly took her purse and dogged out. She was in white sneakers today, and her speed was a match for Matthews long legs. Following behind Matthew, they cut the look of a handsome and beautiful couple, and were particrly easy on the eye. Mrs. Brown saw that and couldnt stop beaming. Sir, madam, are you still having breakfast at home today? Shed prepared breakfast, but usually, if the young master was going to the Grant house, he needed to go back for breakfast. No need. Well go out this time, and theres no need to prepare lunch, either. Giving out his Still a smile on her face, nca turned around and waved at Mrs. Brown. Bye, Mrs. Brown! She went with Matthew to the Grant house and found the atmosphere at home was actually quite heavy. The old man sat on the living room sofa, a bit of anger in his face. Louise and Carrie stood to the side. There were shattered shards of ceramic on the floor. Clearly someone had smashed them! An argument? Or nca looked a bit worriedly at Matthew. Matthew didnt have a good expression either. Seemed he hadnt expected this. Dad, Ive married into this family for twenty years, and Ive always done what you wanted. You said my son should go overseas to study, and I agreed when he was still small. You kept me out of the Empire Group, so I just stayed at home and got close with those rich wives, ying cards. But now, you want nca that outsider, that little kid, to manage this house? What does she even know? Why not give it to my daughter then? Have you ever thought of Louise as part of the family? Carrie pointed at n somewhat resentfully. For twenty years, shed broken her back, waiting simply for an opportunity for her to manage the house. When the old man died, she could take it all. But now the old man was giving it all to nca! How could she not be mad?! Chapter 93 Spectator Chapter 93 Spectator Carries expression was contorted. nca stood in the doorway. Mr. Johnsons head was bent. Seemed like Carrie was talking about her? Why was she taking the bullet? Whats wrong, Grandpa? I could hear the fam arguing from a mile away! nca adjusted her mood in Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. the doorway and walked over to the sofa, sitting down on the sofa. She took the old mans hand and giggled, Whats that for, Grandpa. We are a family. And youre so on in years now. You slick little girl, youre the only one who knows how to talk properly! n chuckled and pped nca on the arm, sighing, Wed wanted to have you over for dinner, but Whats happened? nca blinked. Seemed like it had something to do with her. Matthew walked over, stood before the old man, and said, Grandpa, ncas too young to arrange the birthday feast. Birthday feast? What birthday feast? nca didnt get it. Carrie, though, was quite happy hearing Matthews words. Her contorted expression disappeared and she was all smiles instantly. Matthews right, Dad. ncas still young. Even if you want to give her control of the family, you have to take it slow, right? This is your sixty-fifth birthday. With something that important, Im afraid nca will mess it up. From Matthew and Carries words, nca deduced the rest. It was ns birthdaying up. The old man wanted her to throw a feast for himself, but Carrie felt like it was infringing on her power, and wasnt happy! Wasnt it just a birthday party at the end of it? She couldnt be assed to give a damn Grandpa, Carrie is right. Lets hand it over to her after all. I dont have much experience, and Im not fit for it. Besides ncas eyes rolled and she turned to look at Matthew. Matthew felt there was some special meaning to her smile. Then he heard nca say, proudly and shyly all at once. Besides, since youre so high in status, Grandpa, your birthday feast has to be a sight to see, and it must take a lot of effort to prepare. But with me if Matthew doesnt see me for even just one day, hell get really mad. Hah hah hah hah The old man burst outughing. Matthew froze, though. Since when he needed to see her every day? Mr. Johnson, though, was covering his mouth andughing. The old man was still not going with it. nca tossed a look at Matthew. Dubiously, Matthew leant over. His warm scent wafted into ncas face, and made her heart itch. She suppressed her urges and poked Matthews firm back with her elbow, lowering her voice. Bail me out here. She wasnt really Matthews wife, and if the old man handed the authority over the family to her, she wouldnt just have to watch out for Carrie and Louises plots against her every single day, she also had to figure out how to get rid of this hot te. No thank you! nca couldnt help but sp her hands together in a pleading expression. Matthews eyebrows twitched, and a smile crept across his lips. Finally turning to him for help? Matthew shot the look of a spectator at nca, who didnt have the tears to shed at that moment. She pinched his arm in private. You cant leave me out to dry here! Chapter 94 Let’s Rescind Your Order Chapter 94 Lets Rescind Your Order Of course he wasnt leaving her out to dry. Matthew nodded. Hed put nca at his side to ward off courtiers, not to run errands for n. Consider how much property there was under the Grant family, if they handed everything big and small over to nca to manage, there probably wouldnt even be a strand of hair left at the end Lets rescind your order, Grandpa. Ive already promised to let ncae into the office for work, Matthew said, his face giving nothing away. What?! Come to the office to work?! nca had been exining meekly to the old man how she wasnt fit to be that sort of manager and had been about to lower herself to the image of an illiterate country bumpkin when Matthew just up and tossed out that depth charge. Since when had he agreed to let her go to the office and work? What were the wages? Were there days off? Coming to the office to work? Matthew, how could you let nca go to the office? Carrie was displeased again and couldnt help but speak out. Shed wanted to put Louise in that office instead, but then the old man had gone and said that girls should stay at home and learned their stuff - y the piano or tend the flowers or something. Carrie had been upset, of course. If her daughter was just being kept in the house to y the piano and tend flowers, how was she supposed to get into the Empire Group? Or seduce a handsome, wealthy husband? Why not? Matthews simple words had Carrie speechless nca still hadnt recovered from the shock. She could really go in to work? In an office? The Empire Group. It was the Empire Group! The dream destination of so many college graduates! Once upon a time, nca had wanted a decent job like this when she was in high school Sensing Carries resistance, nca was afraid shed mess things up. Matthew had agreed after all that! Carrie, I actually think its nice to go work in the office. Ive only just gotten married to Matthew The two of us have to stick together, right? Im getting bored cooped up at home, too. Do I really have to manage the family? ncas dark eyes fluttered as she looked at Carrie expectantly. That didnt just shut Carrie up and express that she was going to the Empire Group because she couldnt bear to part from Matthew, it was also a roundabout warning. Meaning that if she couldnt go to Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. the Empire Group, she was going to stay and fight over the family! Oh, thats Mom, I think that its fine for nca to go to the office. She can get closer to Matthew that way, right? While Carrie was still hesitating, Louise had reacted and hurriedly tugged on Carries arm, giving her a pointed look. Carrie stopped talking. Louise was right. Carrie immediately went all smiles and beamed, stroking ncas hand. I see. Its good for you to go to work, nca. I was just not considering things far enough. How about this? Go to the Empire Group and work, and lets have Louise follow you. This way you can bepanions. Apanied by Louise!? How about she just keel over and die right here! nca didnt have the tears to shed right now. Seeing Carrie and Louises expectant gazes, she dug her nails into her palm and agreed. So long as she could get in the office, she could do anything! Chapter 95 Your Performance Chapter 95 Your Performance No. While nca was running her own calctions, Matthew refused bluntly. Afraid that Carrie and Louise were going to drag her down with her, nca hurriedly looked towards Matthew. With the old man and everything else here, she deliberately softened her tones. Darling, just let me go with Louise. This way Id have someone watching my back, right? Right? Come on, just let me. Otherwise, itd be so boring for me to go to the office, not knowing anyone there. nca showed a sweet smile and looked at Matthew expectantly, even shaking his shoulders with a hand She really wanted in thepany! Even if she had to put Louise near her as a ticking time bomb! oh? You want Louise to go that badly? Matthew suddenly took nca by the shoulders and into his arms. His smile was wicked, and his voice low and tempting as he leant next to nca and chuckled, Then beg me. Beg him? Beg him her ass! Matthew said that in front of everybody, and nca wanted to find a hole in the ground and crawl into it. Good lord. The old man was still here. Blushing bright red, cheeks steaming, nca faced against the ravenous looks of Carrie and Louise and squeezed several words out from the cracks of her teeth. What do you want me to do? Hmm? Well that depends on your performance. The mans voice was low and maic and brought ncas whole body boiling. With his hand on her shoulder, his palm was hot. nca bit her lip and snarled quietly, You win this round! The two had been whispering among themselves, while Carrie and Louise were getting frantic already. Came to think of it, nca pushed Matthew off her and drew away, looking at the old man on his sofa. Thankfully, n didnt say anything about them whispering, and nca heaved a sigh of relief before taking the old mans arm. How about you let me and Carrie go to the office, Grandpa, so Carrie can continue to take care of business at home. Isnt that the best of both worlds? The main thing was she could finally learn some awesome white-cor skills! It was what nca had always wanted. Fine, you two are young and newly married. These old bones didnt consider that. Very well, stick together. As for Louise the old man began. Hearing him call her name, Louise squirreled up to him like ackey, none of her pastdylike manner remaining. Im right here, Grandpa. Dont worry, Ill behave and learn well in the office. Fine, if you say so, then go with nca. With the old mans approval, Louise was too happy to stop grinning. And so that little drama came to an end. As the family breakfasted, Carrie and Louise couldnt hide their grins as Mr. Johnson had people tidy up the living room. They didnt know if itd be a good thing or a bad thing to have the young mistress head to the office Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. After the meal and on the way back, nca narrowed her eyes and studied Matthew in detail, waiting for him to speak. But he didnt. Finally, nca lost her patience, pouted, and said, Did you already know what the old man called us there over for, Matthew? I did. What of it? T-Then why didnt you tell me beforehand Chapter 96 Don’t respect me enough Chapter 96 Dont respect me enough nca looked at Matthew with particr displeasure. He had known all of this already but he hadnt warned her in advance. He was the one who made her totally blindsided. Even if I told you in advance, what else could you do? said Matthew contemptuously, not looking up from hisputer. Upon hearing this, nca was too incensed to speak and turned scarlet with suppressed rage. You dont respect me enough, Matthew! nca said atst. At this moment, Matthew finished his work and closed theptop. His movement was full of grace. But the question is, what do you think the respect should be? said Matthew casually. It was then that his gaze fell upon nca. Thedy in front of him was gazing at him with her great beautiful eyes. Frustration was manifest on her pink face. Matthew felt the anger in her, but he had no idea what he had done wrong. Matthews indifferent attitude made nca even angrier. She was his wife in name only and knew exactly that Matthew did not love her, but she still got upset why Matthew hadnt told her something so important. At the thought, she summoned the courage to challenge him, You already knew Grandpa would ask me to manage the Grant family. Why didnt you tell me earlier? Or ask my opinion about it? Well. Now I ask you, would you like to manage the Grant family? Matthew said. No! nca replied simply. Do you want to work in mypany? Yes. nca answered the question without thinking. Matthew lifted the corners of his mouth slightly. So, why are you upset? he asked, in his deep mellifluous voice. Im not upset about that, nca muttered to Matthew, casting him a dark look. she waspletely puzzled by his reaction. It seemed like he could do almost everything, but why such a big boss didnt All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. even catch the point of this conversation. Its the fact that he never treated her with respect that bothered her. Evidently, for nca, there was no use in saying more about it. She sat backfortably with her eyes closed, and did not speak again. Matthew didnt know anything about her thoughts. He looked at nca in silence for a while and said, Actually, you can manage our Grant family if you want. Come on. I have absolutely no interest at all. nca opened her eyes and gazed at Matthew. Grievance was clearly written on her cute little face. In fact, she had never won Matthew in an argument. So, she gave up and changed the subject. Why did you agree with me to work in you disagreed each time. In Matthews mind, the only proper workce for women was their home and naturally they shouldnt look for a job outside their home after they got married. That was why he had given his bankcard to ncast time. So, nca felt rather confused why he didnt turn her down today. Well, you dont have to work in mypany if you dont want to, said Matthew coldly. Matthew, do you have to be like that when you are talking to me? nca became a little annoyed and did not even notice a flicker of mixed emotions in Matthews face. In fact, Matthew gave her the permission for his own purposes. He remembered quite well what had happened at the door of the Japanese restaurant. He thought he should keep a better eye on his wife, in case she fell in love with someone else. Chapter 97 Pick out clothes Chapter 97 Pick out clothes Not this one. It makes me look elder. And not this one either. Its quite childish. Ah! What-what should I wear? said nca to herself. She had tried all her clothes on, but every item of clothing was not suitable for her debut in the work world at all. She was so excited to start work tomorrow, but the only drawback was she had too few clothes. The contents of the suitcase were all she had. Right now, nca put the suitcase on the bed. She took all her clothes out and stacked them on the bed. The soft bed was totally out of order but nca ignored it, for she was very agitated at the thought of her first day of work. When Matthew finished his morning run and reentered his stateroom, he saw the room was messy and his wife, in her cartoon pajamas, was scratching her messy hair. Matthews expression darkened instantly to see this. He was a neat freak. So, the untidy bed almost drove him crazy. He strode towards nca and pulled her off the bed. What are you doing? Look at this mess! he said loudly. Before nca could react, she had fell to the floor. It was only then that nca realized what she had done. Her clothes were all over the bed. The sheets were crumpled and two pillows were on the All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. ground. She was surprised that she had so many clothes but all of them did not seem right for such a day. She was deep in thought and didnt even notice Matthew. Matthew noticed the swift changes of expression in ncas face. After a few moments, she still paid no attention to him. Matthew seemed a little upset. As the toast of Oakshire, he was always surrounded by yes men and was used to attracting attention. Im talking to you, nca, said Matthew coldly. nca got a shock and appeared toe to life again. At this point, she had an idea. She raised her head and looked gently at the man in front of her. Are you busy today? asked nca, attempting an ingratiating smile. Tomorrow, her first day of work, was an important day for her. She was so excited and anxious that she had begun to pick a piece of suitable clothes since daybreak. Matthew frowned and didnt know what she wanted. Today is weekend. Im not busy, he answered truthfully. Great! Lets go shopping! said nca excitedly. She had to buy a new suit for her first day at work. You have my card. Apparently, Matthew had no interest in ncas proposal. nca took a deep breath, and resisted the temptation to punch him. She managed a big smile and said, Youre my husband, Matthew. If I was captured by media while I am shopping alone, you know, sometimes they stretch the truth, or exaggerate. I think it will have a negative impact on you, Am I right? What do you mean? You want me to spend more time with you? Why not just say that? He looked down at nca and took his towel off his neck. No, I dont think so! nca retorted. Really? Matthew said. Something like a grin flitted across his face. I can go with you, but But what? nca asked, bewildered. Then she seemed to have guessed his intention and sped her arms tightly to her breast. Take it easy. I am not interested in your small boobs, said Matthew contemptuously. Suddenly nca blushed, Shut up! she shouted and put all her clothes into the suitcase. Matthew followed her with his eyes and furrowed his brow in thought. Chapter 98 Former lover? Chapter 98 Former lover? nca was getting a little overexcited at this moment and went downstairs as though she had springs attached to the balls of her feet. Matthew stood looking at her in silence. Her cheery smiles touched his heart. For the first time, Matthew felt his heart pound faster for a woman. Although his quiet life seemed to be broken by such a girl, he was surprised to find it was not a bad thing. What are you going to make, Mrs. Brown? Oh, Id love celery and beans! nca, carrying a small white bag, leaned on the door to the kitchen and talked with Mrs. Brown. No problem, Mrs. Grant, answered Mrs. Brown with a smile. They kept talking and the room was filled with joyousughter. Because of Matthews obsession with quietness, Mrs. Brown was his only housekeeper, and they usually staggered their arrivals. Because of this, the house was always quiet. Somehow, the joyful moment made him feel warm and happy. A slight smile broke on his lips. Maybe Matthew himself did not realize that nca was slowly changing his life and melting his heart. Matthews driver and Curtis didnte for this day was weekend. He decided to drive himself. As soon as nca got into the car, she fastened her seatbelt immediately. Then she sneaked a nce at Matthew with suspicion. He then put his long-fingered hands on the steering wheel and the next, he felt her anxiety. Whats wrong? he asked. Well, uh... You havent driven in a long time, right? Could you drive a bit slower? Im a bit scared. Matthew said nothing and a ghost of a smile touched his lips. The next second he stepped the elerator hard and the car left the garage at great speed. nca was so frightened that she gripped her seatbelt tightly. Just then, the car slowed down. She knew Matthew did it on purpose. She looked at him with particr displeasure, but Matthew was unapologetic about what he just did. You can get off if youre scared, he said. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Are you kidding me?! nca thought. She nursed a hint of grievance in her heart, but she swallowed it and forced a cute smile on her face. Youre overthinking. Of course, I trust you. After a pause, she asked tentatively, By the way, Grandpa Ill let you know when he gets back. OK. Fine. It seemed that Matthew didnt want to talk right now. So, nca said no more but turned her head to y with her mobile phone. Just then, a piece of news popped up - The Gold Medal from the Oakshire Art Contest Goes To Peter From Oakshire Art School. Peter? That Peter? nca clicked on the link and zoomed in the photo. She peered it closely and found it was really him, the one who had painted for her! She smiled to herself, well pleased with her own keen eyes and judgment. As expected, he was indeed quite something. At this, nca couldnt helpughing. Matthew looked sideways at her phone curiously and saw the photo of the news. He found the man was the one who chatted with nca at the door of the Japanese restaurant a few days ago. What is the rtionship between them? Someone she just met? Friend? Or former lover? thought Matthew, distracted. He found he kind of lost control recently, because of nca. Before long, the car was stopped right in front of the shopping mall. Chapter 99 Too expensive Chapter 99 Too expensive nca got out of the car. When she looked up at the glorious shopping mall, she was worried about not having enough money. Matthew had given her a bankcardst time but she had no intention of using his money. While nca was standing in front of the door in hesitation, Matthew had walked in. Hey, wait for me! nca hurried to follow and they went in a high-end store. Pick out some clothes Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. for her, said Matthew briefly. Yes, sir. A salesgirl said courteously and walked towards nca. Hello, maam! What can I do for you? You can find all sort of clothes in our store. Can I ask what is it that you need exactly? the salesgirl asked with a smile. Some kind of business suit. nca answered and smiled at her sweetly. The salesgirl nodded and turned away. Before long, she passed nca some clothes and led the way to the fitting room. When she went in, she heaved a great sigh of relief. Then she read a price tag at random to see whether she could afford it at all. What? $3,200? Her eyes were wide with amazement. That was too much for her. Then she checked the other price tags. At that moment, she was speechless with shock. A vest was listed for $4,500, and a dress $8,700, a suit $11,000! nca could feel cold sweat trickling down her back because these prices were far beyond her budget! She didnt try on any one and stepped out of the fitting room. The salesgirl walked forward and asked in surprise, Dont you like these, maam? Yes. Im afraid these are not for me, nca said awkwardly. She thought she needed to leave now. Without forethought, she grabbed Matthews arm and walked towards the door together. When Matthew looked down at the hand on his arm, he felt his heart beating faster. Lets go to the next one! These are not quite the style I want. nca hided her real feelings for her self-respect. Matthew seemed to be in a good mood. He agreed and took her to another store. ncas eyes widened again as she looked at a price tag. Why did these clothes cost so much? Just a business suit cost $50,000! nca couldnt wait to get out of here. She went up to Matthew, touching him lightly with her fingers and said quietly, Well, uh I own this store. As my wife, you can take anything you want, Matthew said calmly. Eh? It was really shocking for nca. Before she recovered from her surprise, the manager of the store came hurrying towards them. Chapter 100 I can afford it Chapter 100 I can afford it Oh, its my great honor to meet you, Mrs. Grant. What can I do for you? The manager said, with a big smile on her face. She was a middle-aged woman and wore work clothes. Later she exined to nca about the store. Turned out, the store was part of the Empire Group. nca took a swallow in surprise and started calcting how much the store was worth. Matthew was unaware of her thought and asked nca to try some clothes on, but nca seemed to hesitate. Er, the prices are a bit too high. I dont want to spend your money, said nca in a low voice. Take her to the fitting room, Matthew said impatiently. nca didnt say another word and walked away. When she returned, she looked absolutely stunning. She had changed to a sky-blue suit, which made her look so different. At this moment, the manager passed her a pair of high heels, dotted by diamonds. They were limited edition, Mrs. Grant. Would you like to give them a try? The diamonds were shinning under the bright light. nca couldnt get her eyes off them. These were absolutely gorgeous! She put the shoes on carefully. Next second, she drew cheers from the store RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only assistants. She looked amazing! The sky-blue suit and the high heelsplemented each other. She herself was pretty. In her little face, her wide, shining eyes, sweet lips and small nose made her look tender and innocent. If she looked at you, you might do anything for her. We will take it. Matthew said and a flicker of surprise appeared in his voice. Evidently, nca also impressed him. Usually, nca preferred to dress casually. That was why he had not expected that she looked so attractive today. Mrs. Grant looks so pretty, Mr. Grant! the manager praised. Then it seemed like something had suddenlye to her mind. She pped her hands and other store assistants walked to the warehouse. nca seemed embarrassed to look at herself in the mirror. Whats wrong? asked Matthew. These are too expensive, Matthew. I cant she said awkwardly. Like other girls, she liked nice bags and nice shoes, but she wouldnt cling to it if something she could never afford. She looked at Matthew and made a decision. Lets go, she said. Why? Do you think I cant afford such a suit? Or Mrs. Grant cant afford it? Yes, I cant She stopped in the middle of the words. Matthew was right. Besides being a poor girl, she was Mrs. Grant. When nca was looking at herself in the mirror, three store assistants walked towards them with a shelf. A beautiful, white wedding dress, dotted by diamonds, was hanging on it. nca turned around and said to herself, " Oh my God!" It was so beautiful! She couldnt keep her eyes off the dress. At this moment, the manager went to Matthew and said, Please take a look, Mr. Grant. You asked us to design a custom-made wedding dressst week. And this is what we made. Chapter 101 Good Fortune Chapter 101 Good Fortune The white wedding gown appeared as if in a dream, and nca went into a bit of a daze. Shed been poor growing up, and had only ever been able to look at those wedding gowns in shop windows, dreaming that one day she could have a fairy tale wedding Content ? copyrighted by N?velDrama.Org. Shed even started saving up in secret for a wedding gown when shed been with Todd. But Todd had cheated on her. What good fortune you have, madam. Sir already told us to prepare the wedding gown. He really does care about you, the manager was all smiles and praise. The woman before her was their madam chairwoman, after all. After getting in her good books, they wouldnt have to worry about promotions and raises. nca looked at the gown, unable to even out her emotions. She looked at Matthew, her voice trembling somewhat. Is this C for me? This was such aplicated feeling. She didnt think the first wedding gown of her life would be a gift from Matthew of all people. Dont like it? Matthew cocked an eyebrow. No no no, I love it! With a sure answer, nca was about to weep for joy! What a woman looked forward to the most was a perfect wedding, after all! Whether you like it or not, wear it for the wedding. Matthew scanned her head to toe and had people take nca to try it on. nca nodded obediently. The moment she came out in her wedding gown, it was as if all her surroundings had lost their original color. Just too beautiful. She could go straight into a pageant at this point. Madam, the gown is a perfect fit for you. Yes, she just looks pretty to begin with Several people starteddling on the praise. Blushing, nca lifted the skirts of the gown and with red ears walked in front of Matthew, controlling the little murmur of her heart. Does it look okay? You sure wont embarrass the Grant family in that, Matthew judged. Bah~~ Could he be any worse at talking! He could have at least said some nice words or whatever, right? nca lifted the skirt and spun around in front of the mirror. A brief momentter, though, she remembered something. Youre not trying to hold a wedding, are you, Matthew? They were just acting. If they had a wedding, wouldnt it be for real then? Thinking of the chaos of that night, ncas face went red. You dont want to? When she saw Matthews somewhat displeased face, nca hurriedly waved it off. Hed gone to the trouble of preparing a wedding gown, so how could she say that? It was just nca decided to go roundabout. Lifting her skirts again, she walked in front of Matthew and said in volumes only the two could hear, But could we just not hold the wedding? I know you upscale socialites make a big deal out of it. Wed have to notify a lot of people and spend a lot of money, not to mention if we get divorcedter on, it wont do Divorce? Matthews expression froze. Theyd only just got married for days, and this woman was thinking of divorce already? Yeah. Its not like we are really in love, after all. Besides, didnt you say it was only to get me to ward off the people courting you? What if, from now on, you meet someone who you really love? Wed have to divorce then. nca analyzed seriously. Shed thought it through. She didnt want for food or clothing in the Grant family, and it was a happy life. If Matthew hadnt found someone he liked, she could y the wifes role just fine! Hmph, Matthew scoffed suddenly, and turned to leave straight away. Hey hey hey, Im not done Somewhat confused, nca looked at Matthew, who only left his silhouette behind. She wanted to chase up to him, but found that she was still in her wedding gown, so she stopped Chapter 102 Mood Swings Chapter 102 Mood Swings Damn Matthew Grant petty man unbelievable When Matthew left in the morning, nca had lost sight of him when shed chased out. Which was to say, Matthew left her alone at the mall?! This man and his incessant mood swings! On the way back, nca kept on cursing at him inwardly. Matthews mansion was in a wealthy area, with no public transport ess well everyone there had cars, and subways or buses werent necessary. So she had to gut herself and take a taxi. nca hadnt worked at all sinceing to Oakshire, so she was digging into her reserves! She pouted. She didnt want for food or drink here, but she didnt have an ie either. Madam, the young master is still busy. He wants you to go ahead and eat first, Mrs. Johnson said, walking over. nca nodded. Ever since shede back, Mrs. Johnson had told her that Matthew had gone to the office, probably busy with work. Fine, it was better if he didnte out. nca scarfed down the meal, the good food improving her mood. Washing after dinner, she started having weird thoughts again. If she was going in to work at the Empire Group C what if Matthew didnt pay her? Ahh~ poverty was a terrible thing. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Right, maybe she could try that trick selling her art? Considering that, ncas eyes lit up. Shed alwayse through on execution, and she sent out a post in her circle right away. Want an animated gif of me? Four bucks for one animated avatar! nca looked with satisfaction at her circle and smiled. She could see the money rolling in! The avatar made was a cartoonish version of herself, with her hair in a chignon, a white blouse and pale blue denim skirt, hiding none of her youth and purity. nca had learned all her drawing technique on her own and it wasnt as good as those of Peters, but she practiced hard, so it came to some effect! With all that done, she was about to advertise her art on another tform when her phone suddenly rang. The number wasnt saved in her system But that string of numbers was embedded deep in her mind. nca didnt like to shy away from a problem. She thought about it, then sat straight and took the call. Hey, nca? Its Todd I I want to meet you. Do you have the time? Todds voice was struck through with equal parts expectation and uncertainty. He sounded cautious. His attitude jabbed nca through the heart. Todd was a college graduate while she herself had stopped after high school, so before Todd and his friends, she felt like she wasnt up to their level Especially when they had been dating, and Todd had only rarely brought her to see his friends. nca never said it, but she knew that Todd held her education in a bit of contempt. Had he ever talked to her in such an attitude? Todd, Im going to sleep. Just say what you want to say. nca bit her lip. nca I argued with Kylie. The two of us arent meant for each other. I Todd, we are not what we were now. Whatever you do has nothing to do with me. You chose Kylie in the beginning and I wish you happiness. Now, stop calling me, please. ncas tone grew heavier. She didnt like what Todd was doing now. Chapter 103 No Friendship After Breakup Chapter 103 No Friendship After Breakup nca had been lying against the sofa. Now she sat up. She didnt know what had happened between Kylie and Todd, but she and Todd were past tense now! nca, I If theres nothing else, Im going to hang up. nca bit her lip. Her only w as a person was probably that she was soft-hearted, especially to people shed once cared for. Kylie had introduced her to Todd in the first ce. The two of them were college ssmates. Back then, nca was working already, and asionally had meals with Kylie. With that back and forth, she met Todd more often, who then started courting her. nca settled her thoughts and was about to hang up when there came a sudden exmation from the other end. I wont give up so easily, nca! nca had already hung up. Her feelings were in the past, dust in the wind. Who was that? The sudden voice startled nca. She almost tossed the phone out as she jumped. Then she found that Matthew had appeared before her at some point. A friend. Just a friend? Matthew walked over, looking down upon nca from the bedside, lips curving. Or an ex-boyfriend? RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only ncas gaze drooped and she didnt speak. Her fist tightened, though. It wasnt because she was lonely without Todd, but what right did Matthew have to talk to her like that? What did he think he was doing? Catching her out? Dont forget who you are, nca. The low tone made him sound exactly like a man whod caught his wife cheating. And that pissed nca off! So what if my ex called? So what if we decided to reignite the old me? Arent you butting in a bit too much, Mr. Grant? nca bit her lip, raising up and looking Matthew dead in the eyes, her posture stubborn. She was only in a shifty nightgown right now, showing her smooth leg and corbone. From where Matthew stood, he could see that she wasnt wearing anything else underneath And she just had to raise her head up at him. His throat suddenly moved. As his gaze slowly darkened, nca was still pissed as she looked up at him. What, did he really think he was something else just for standing a little bit higher? She leaned against the bedrest and stood up on the bed, barefoot. Im telling you right here and now, Matthew Grant. Were cooperating. Cooperating, got it? And in a cooperation, whats important is to get ourselves in a win-win situation. Were in an equal position. Im acting that youre my husband well enough out there, but my private love life isnt something for you to pry into, is it? With Matthew leaving her at the mall today, nca had been holding a grudge for a full day. If he really wasnt afraid of rumors of them arguing spreading out, why would he leave her there? Of course, what she didnt know was that the whole mall had Matthews investments in it, and nobody would have dared spread any rumors about what happened. Private love life? Right. And who I call along with and who I interact with is my own business. Matthew suddenly drew close, one long leg kneeling on the bed, and reached out, pushing nca down! He leant up, disregarding ncas struggles, and grinned, So youre nning on seeing this ex of yours? I why yes. Yes I am. She hadnt nned to give Todd the time of day, but nca was all in now! Still, at this moment, she was lying in bed, sitting up slightly with her upper body, while Matthew separated her legs with his knee and pressed on her Chapter 104 Man and Wife Chapter 104 Man and Wife Are you really going? I so what Matthews handsome face was right in hers. With his one look, nca fell into his deep, dark pupils. She swallowed, a little nervous, and hung a pleasing smile on her face. Well, I dont have to go? Seeing her continuously probe at the edge of his bottom line, Matthew felt a little w keep scratching at his heart. Their breaths intertwined. Matthews ck gaze lingered on her pink lips. His eyes turned lustful, and his breathing polluted. Say, nca? Were man and wife, arent we. Eh? Yeah, we are. With a sure answer, Matthew suddenly released a bewitching smile. Then we ought to Do something man and wife ought to do! Ah C ngh C let go of me Matthew nca pushed against the mans chest and her face suddenly went red. Her whole body stiffened. But just a momentter, Matthew released her. It wont be a Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. simple punishment like that anymore. Punishment?! He actually used that as a punishment. H-how could you kiss me? nca covered her face shyly, somewhat not daring to look at Matthew. Could I not? Matthew said. Weve done what a husband and wife were supposed to do, so whats a kiss to that? Shut up! Simply mentioning back when she was drunk, nca only felt embarrassment. A womans first time was incredibly precious, but shed given it to Matthew while she was all out of it Damnit, she was such a sucker! She red at Matthew and went over to the wardrobe, taking a thick nket from the wardrobe and setting up a clear wall! When it was bedtime, nca deliberately wrapped herself in the nket. Matthew said she was going to feel too hot in that nket, but nca wouldnt budge. What if Matthew waited until she went to sleep to do something to her? And while she was all drowsy and droopy, she might just relent and No no no! Girls still got off worse for this sort of thing, so nca was resolute in protecting her boundaries. As for waking up the following morning, nca sat up in her thick covers, opened her eyes and saw Matthew sitting on the balcony reading newspaper. Huh? Was she dreaming? This man who had forced a kiss on herst night was sitting there so mildly, like a perfect sculpture, an art piece sent down from the gods. His long legs crossed and his pale beautiful fingers shuffling the newspaper, his head was down, and the sun lit a halo around him So pretty. nca swallowed, staggered to her feet, then tripped on her feet in the thick nkets and keeled over. Oof, o The moment nca crawled out of the covers, she saw a pair of slippers before her. Looking up following it, the man had a smile on his slightly parted lips. No need to prostrate yourself so early in the morning. Bitch, please! Not even helping her up, andughing at her? nca stood up grumbling, kicked the covers off her and tossed them furiously onto the bed. Shed been about to yell at Matthew when she suddenly sneezed. Oh, youre sick? Serves you right. Matthew shot her a look. Hed told her that it was easy to get sick wrapping herself in thick nkets on a summer night, but the woman just wouldnt listen. She had thising. Matthew Grant! Dont shout, youve got twenty minutes. Youre going to bete for work, Matthew smiled, reminding her kindly. nca shot a hasty look at the delicate quartz clock hanging from the wall. It was twenty minutes to nine! Chapter 105 Go Together Chapter 105 Go Together Mumbling to herself, nca drank a bit of chicken broth that Mrs. Johnson had prepared, her face scrunched up. Setting the bowl down, she pouted, Is it fine now? Fine, fine, you can drink some more tomorrow. Youve got a cold, madam. Please be careful, Mrs. Johnson cautioned. nca nodded and nodded again. She wasnt in the mood for breakfast. A whileter, Matthew had the chair, looking up at the man with his unusual presence. Are we leaving separately today? ? What I mean is, Im going to work for the first day today. If everyone knew I wasing in the chairmans car, wouldnt that be bad? nca didnt have much experience with the rich, but she still had regrmon sense. Girls these days were all bored out of their minds and exchanged rumors like football tickets. Well, with a stunning bombshell like herself well, maybe not aplete bombshell, but still young and pretty. With a young and pretty girl like herself bing Mrs. Grant, there would for sure be a multitude of people who wanted to see her embarrass herself. How could she abuse her authority on the first day at work? You mean that I, while working at the same office as my wife, am supposed to go to work with her separately? Well, thats Before nca could even begin to twist things around in a rebuttal, Matthew had already taken her cor and led her away! Well, that was violent Matthew stuffed her in the car and shot her a mild look. The drivers off for the day. If you want to walk to the office, I dont mind. Fine, you win. nca knew where she was. Even getting a taxi wasnt so simple. So she zipped up her mouth and sped her seatbelt on in silence. At the office, they just so happened to run into Louise, whod driven over in a luxury car. Matthew had business, so he took the executive elevator up, leaving Louise and nca there. Seeing nca, Louise walked over like a cat whod spied a mouse, sneering, Why isnt Matthew with you, nca? Why would he be with me? nca cocked an eyebrow. You seem interested in our love life, Louise? Could it be What? Could it be that you like my husband? nca implied. After all, who couldnt like such an excellent specimen of a man as Matthew? Shed also noticed, in particr, that Louise wasnt looking at Matthew the same way as a sister would at all. Mrs. Johnson had even told her the two werent siblings by blood. You! Louise pointed angrily at nca, whod just scored a hit. Why was it that every time she wanted to get on ncas nerves, she would get on her nerves instead? Friendly reminder. Theres three minutes left before work. nca smiled faintly. The elevator just so happened to arrive. With a ding, she squeezed in first. But everyone at the side had already gone in first, and there was no room left! nca watched on as Louise was stuck outside and showed a radiant, happy smile. There were a lot of people in the elevator, but they all consciously made way for nca. Shed always delivery girl, until that time The chairman lost his temper for his woman! Now they all knew. This madam chairman was not to be messed with!Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Chapter 106 The personnel department Chapter 106 The personnel department nca, with arge brown envelope in her hand, stopped the elevator at 18th floor, where the personnel department was located. She needed to register here before starting her new work. When she got out of the elevator, she saw a young womaning toward her. Excuse me, which office is the personnel department? nca asked with a smile. The young woman examined her up and down. When she noticed ncas suits and shoes, she was too surprised to speak. She had seen the suit in thetest magazine. If she remembered correctly, the Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. suit was worth 40 grand. When she looked from the suits to the shoes, her eyes were wider than ever. The shoes were first appeared in a fashion show the other day and were worth an astronomical price! AreAre you here to interview? the young woman asked in surprise. nca shook her head and answered, No, Im not. I work here from today. She was unaware of the young womans envious look. She was shocked at the price at the beginning, but she was calmer now. After all, these crazy expensive clothes were nothing more than an outfit. In contrast to ncasposure, the young woman was more excited. She pointed in the direction of the personnel department, trembling. nca walked towards the office after saying thanks. The office door was open. She knocked on the door and said, Excuse me, I work here from today. A middle-aged woman replied, Come in. Whats your name? Have you got all your documents ready? Yes. nca said and took out documents from her brown envelope. The woman nced at her resume. Then she shrugged her shoulders contemptuously. Its ridiculous. You didnt evenplete high school. I have seen so many guys like you. You people preferred to look for a shortcut. I guess you have some connection with someone up above. Am I right? The woman said. She did not recognize nca at all. At these words, nca blushed as red as a rose with shame. The woman raised her eyebrow in disdain and sat cross-legged on a chair. She continued, Have I upset you? That ispletely the wrong attitude. You know what? I hate girls like you. I know, with your pretty face, you hooked up with someone, and then you get a chance to work here. But I just want to get one thing straight here. If you are unqualified for the job, I can fire you! By then, it will be frightfully embarrassing! nca didnt say anything. She hung down her head and her hands were closed into tight fists, her blush deepening. The woman was correct. She was ineligible to work here. In fact, nca had checked out the recruitment programs of thepany. Generally, the Empire Group liked to choose employees with a masters degree and bilingual ability. Strictly speaking, nca didnt not even close to the standards of recruitment. Sorry. Can I finish the procedures now? nca asked in a low voice, biting her lip. What the woman said was true, but nca could not pass on an opportunity like this. The woman shot her a look and threw her an employee ID card. Its all done. And remember to give me your bankcard number in these days. nca nodded. When she rubbed the employee ID card gently, her face broke into a radiant smile. Thank you! she said earnestly. From this point forward, she was officially part of the Creative Department in Empire Group. But as she looked her employee ID card closer, she found that there painted a word: intern, but for nca, it didnt matter at all. Chapter 107 Hate this kind of people most Chapter 107 Hate this kind of people most When nca began to turn away, someone bumped into her from behind. She lost her bnce and fell to the ground. Her elbow hit the wall and suddenly she felt a pain. Ouch! she cried. nca lifted her head and saw a young woman holding a ss of water in front of her. To ncas surprise, the young woman made no apology for what she had done. Instead, she sneered, Who does this guy think she is? I hate this kind of people most. I cant understand why they would sell themselves just for a job. As soon as she said, everyone burst outughing. nca was now white with rage. She had got deep abrasions and bruising on the elbow, but she didnt care about that. She picked up the papers on the ground and stood up. A faint smile yed on her All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. face. Is that funny? she said. And the surprising thing was, theughter of the crowd died away. Tell you the truth. You are right. I am here because I have a very close rtionship with someone. If youre not happy with it, you can resign right now, nca said with a smile on her face. She put her hands on a table and leaned forward, looking at the middle-aged woman. You guys worked here longer than I. Im sure you all know its strict rules. If the chairman knows you workzily and bully new colleague, do you have any idea what he is going to do with you? said nca seriously. Her voice was quiet but every word was clearly heard. The middle-aged womans face went white and said in rm, You, youre not making any sense. No one is bullying you! A smile touched ncas lips for she knew they were afraid. She was about to leave. At this time, Louise, surrounded by many colleagues, walked in. Her click of high-heels echoed in the office. When Louise walked into the room, everyone put on a big smile immediately. Louises ck eyes swept the office haughtily then fell on nca. Her gloating smile froze and her face changed a little. Why are you still here, Mrs. Grant? she sneered. Everyone there was astounded. They couldnt believe what they heard. Was nca the legendary Mrs. Grant? They all were too embarrassed to say a word. The middle-aged woman went rather pale. She knew she was in great trouble this time, for she just bullied the wife of the Chairman! For a while, she managed a smile and said, Sorry, Mrs. Grant. Please forgive me for my being rude. Im so stupid that I didnt know who you are. Please, please dont fire us! She begged. It looked like she was about to cry. Dont worry. Im not going to get angry for such a little thing, said nca coldly. Then she left without looking at Louise. Louise stared after her and stamped her feet with anger. In her heart, nca didnt deserve Matthew at all and was nothing but a no-good bitch! Especially, when Louise saw nca wearing those precious suits, she got insanely jealous. She vowed to herself that nca should pay for her undeserved luck someday. Chapter 108 New job Chapter 108 New job After walking out of the HR, nca came to the creative department. Anna Gregor was the department manager. She, about thirty, looked pretty smart. Anna arranged ncas desk and said, Its your first day in our department. I am not going to assign you tasks, but you should read this employee handbook first. OK. nca nodded and took the handbook. Then she sat at her desk and read it carefully. Before long, she was getting sleepy. She tried her best to remember the contents in the book, but she found she got a memory like a sieve. At the end of the day, Anna asked nca to do a summary for the days work. nca nodded obediently. She was not so good at writing, as well as using aputer. For this reason, while everyone else was off work, she was still typing. It was getting dark, but ncas work was not yet done. She looked anxious for she was not good at typing. She felt a little angry with herself, but she didnt stop what she was doing. Several hourster, when she finished herst document, she rubbed her eyes and stretched to rx. Are you finished? said a voice behind her. nca looked around, and saw Matthew standing near her. In themplight of the office, Matthews face was gentler. Why are you here? asked nca brightly. This is mypany. Oh! Silly me! nca said awkwardly. She had heard something about Matthew from Curtis before. He said Matthew was a workaholic. Except for work, he was not interested in anything. After clearing her desk, nca stood up and said, Im finished. Its time to get off. You definitely should have already been gone. Matthew looked around the empty office and looked displeased. nca smiled awkwardly. Im sorry I forgot to take a look at the time. Matthew didnt speak. His time was important but he had been waiting ten minutes here. When they walked out the door together, nca couldnt control her curiosity and asked, Youve been waiting for me? She didnt know how long he stood there. He didnt interrupt her work and just stood quietly. At this thought, nca felt warm in her heart and her face broke into a radiant smile. Im not waiting for you, Matthew said stubbornly. Eh? Then what were you doing? I was enjoying the views, Matthew said and walked quickly down the stairs. What? It was not a perfect lie! nca smiled even more widely. Then she hurried to catch up with him and slipped her arm through his, sort of subconsciously. Are you shy? Ha-ha! Dont deny it. I know you were waiting for me. I didnt expect you are so kind and thoughtful behind the mask of arrogance, nca said, with a broad smile on her face. Matthew made no reply. He tried to withdraw his arms, but when he saw ncas smiling face, he paused. Since nca appeared in his life, everything was more exciting and more fun. Hey. Why are you so quiet? OK. Ill take that as an acknowledgment, said nca, stillughing. They were on the way to an underground parking lot. nca smiled and hopped joyfully and Matthew seemed to enjoy her enthusiasm and vitality, if not unexpectedly. Then, Matthew strode straight to his car and disappeared from view. nca! A voice suddenly echoed behind nca. Next second, Todd run toward nca and pulled her into his tight embrace. nca got a shock and tried to pull away from him, but he was so strong that she could barely move. She could smell the whiskey on Todds breath. Get off me! Get off me, Todd! nca called, at the top of her voice. The drunk Todd made her feel scared. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Todd didnt rx his grip. He had too much wine and had waited a long time. At the moment, he had lost his minds. He put his head in ncas neck and said in a low voice, Forgive me, nca! Will you house. Lets get married, OK? Get married? sneered nca. No one could help her now. Matthew was her only hope but he had gone to the parking lot. nca tried to calm herself down. Remember! You had married Kylie! I am going to divorce her, Todd said loudly. Chapter 109 The drunk ex-boyfriend Chapter 109 The drunk ex-boyfriend Anger was boiling up inside nca, but she swallowed her anger as best she could. She did not attempt to free herself and stood quietly. We can talk about this, right? First, you should Let me go. No! If I let you go, you will get away from me again! Todd said in a choked voice. To ncas surprise, Todd, about 180, broke down in tears. nca was torn between annoyance and a desire tough by this scene. She was held by this drunk man tightly and she hated him but couldnt provoke him. If you dont let me go, I will never forgive you. Todd, I know you pretty well. Youre still a good person. nca tried her best to ease his mind. OK. OK. Todd said quickly and his grip ckened. Should we call a truce, please? You have to give me a chance! Dont lie to me, nca. After breaking free, nca turned to look at Todd. He was as good looking as ever but now the face only made her sick. Without thinking, she raised one knee and kicked his penis with all her strength. Ouch! Todd gave a howl of pain. He curled up with pain. His face became very white and his entire body began shaking. At this time, a sudden re of headlights lit the way. Todd made a frantic dash for nca with a wine bottle. How dare you! Son of a bitch! Im going to kill you! He snarled and was about to swing the bottle at ncas head with all his might. Sudden panic made nca frozen. She closed her eyes. She thought she would really die this time. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Unexpectedly, next moment Todds squeals of pain sounded in her ears. Ouch! That hurt. Ah, let me go! Help! Help! Are you OK? said a familiar voice. nca opened her eyes. The first to appear was Matthews face, with a worried look and a frown. He was gazing at nca with concern. His face looked stern and angry. nca went very pale, and could not stop herself from trembling. Tears started falling down. Im fine, she said. Looking at his tear-soaked wife, Matthews frown deepened. Todd knelt in front of him, begging. Matthew looked sideways at him and gave him a kick. Matthew recognized that he was ncas ex- boyfriend. Who are you? Why do you hit me? Todd summoned his courage to ask. Matthew sneered and enfolded nca in his arms. He stared fiercely at Todd and said in a steely voice, Are you blind? nca is my wife. Hurt her again, and youre dead. Somehow, his powerful and imperious voice soothed nca. She felt so warm in his arms. It was wonderful to be protected. For a moment, she thought it might be nice to marry Matthew. She raised her head and looked at her husband. His face was hard and steely and his eyes were as cold and sharp as chips of ice. He was so cool! Matthew didnt notice the look on ncas face. He took out his phone and dialed. Come to the parking lot. Theres a drunk guy here. Come and throw him out. In less than five minutes, several security guards ran in. Todd saw them and instantly wanted to run away, but he was caught soon. He yelled, struggling with all his might, and cried, You are so stupid, Matthew! nca is a stone-cold bitch! She Shut him up! said Matthew coldly. Next second, Todd was gagged and was not able to make a word. Then Matthew turned and looked at nca. Where did he touch you? Eh? Take a shower! Matthew said and ncaughed out loud. Chapter 110 I’m very clean now Chapter 110 Im very clean now It was ten o clock at night when they got home. nca got into bed after finishing off a bowl of noodles, but Matthew dragged her out of bed, urging her to take a shower. Finishing bathing, she moved quickly to Matthews side, who was leaning back against the headboard and reading a financial magazine. nca made two turns in a bath towel and said, Im done. I promise Im very clean now. nca said and her pleasant scent was pervasive in the room. nca! Matthew said brusquely. Huh? nca looked doubtfully at him. She just couldnt understand why he was suddenly angry. She had cleaned herself well as he had requested. nca knew Matthew was kind of irritated because of what Todd had done, but she thought there was no need to be angry for so long. Matthew sat up, looking nca up and down. Such a beauty, fresh from the bath, was actually standing in front of him. A normal red-blooded guy as he was, his sexual desire floated his heart. You know what youre doing? Matthew looked at her as Eve looked at Adam. Im not sure I know what you mean. I took a shower as you requested and I only came to tell you that I have cleaned myself well. Upon hearing this, Matthews heart was beating fast and his face became pink. A smile touched his lips. He seized nca by the arm and dragged her to the bed. nca was surprised about what was happening. What are you doing? Are you crazy?! She grabbed her bath towel which was about to fall off. Except for this towel, she was not wearing anything! But she couldnt move at all, for Matthew was on top of her. You know what Im trying to do, nca. Matthew gazed affectionately at her. His voice became low and gravelly. It seemed that nca understood what was happening finally. She cried out with astonishment, No, you cant do that. You will be forcing me then! You are breaking thew. If she had known what would happen, she should put on more clothes. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Force you? Matthew said, with the merest flicker of a smile. His finger slid from her cheek to her delicate corbone. This action made nca give birth to a strange feeling. Her whole body quivered. When nca suddenly realized she was enjoying his touch, she blushed as red as a rose with shame. nca bit her lip and closed her eyes, but a whileter, nothing happened. Chapter 111 Tempted by His Charm Chapter 111 Tempted by His Charm Go to bed. After a while, there was this deep and mellow voice from above her head. It seemed to be suppressing something, but it also seemed very indifferent. ncas long eyshes trembled, and she opened her eyes for unknown reasons. She saw that Matthew had turned over and fallen asleep next to her. She was still in a resisting posture, but Matthew beside her had already shut his eyes and seemed to be asleep tight. So she was safe now, wasnt she? nca adjusted her posture carefully and waited for quite a while. Matthew didnt seem to move at all, and she went to sleep gradually. It was a dreamless night. When she woke up the next day, she stretched out contentedly. It was as if nca had not slept so did not aplish anything serious yesterday, she made it as a white-cor at such a bigpany. She looked around and found that Matthew was not home. It was way better than he was. nca got up quickly, got freshened up, and changed. She went down to the second floor, looking refreshed and energetic. Mrs. Brown was by the dining table getting breakfast ready. Today there were bread, milk, and some other side dishes Mrs. Brown made. nca immediately took a piece of bread and ate in almost in just one bite, and Mrs. Brown stopped her, Mrs. Grant, no hurry; We still have plenty. nca stood leaning on the dining table. It wasnt a gracious thing to do to wolf down on a piece of bread like that. Alright, alright. nca grinned, pulled out a chair, and sat down. And she kept looking around. Matthew just walked into the door and walked into her sight. He was in a different outfit than usual - He was in a simple sweatshirt with a white towel around his neck. And when he got closer, nca saw that thinyer of sweat on his forehead. Darn it! Matthew was charming his way into the room. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. nca chewed on the bread, but she didnt know where to put her hands. Both of her eyes were straight on Matthew... And he was... he was just like walking pheromones. nca was drowning in her thoughts with content, rubbing her chin. And that magical pheromone Matthew was charming his way towards her. What was it now? nca looked around. Matthew gazed at her all of a sudden and spoke with slight sneering but somehow with affection, Quit drooling on me, and wipe that off. ... nca almost got carried away by those profound and bottomless eyes of his. She quickly wiped her mouth with her hand and realized Matthew was long away already smiling. He was teasing her! Humph, beautiful people like him were always used to having their way, werent they? nca sniffed. Mrs. Brown had witnessed what happened. She had an awkward smile on - and it seemed that something came to her mind, Mrs. Grant,st time you were asking me about Mr. Butler... Are you still interested in learning more about him? Of course, Mrs. Brown! Any news about him? I do. Even though Mrs. Brown didnt understand why nca got so excited about this, she continued, I was at the old vi to pick up some vegetables the other day, and the housekeeper there mentioned that Mr. Butler would being back here in a few days. Old Mr. Grant specially prepared a gift for Mr. Butlers return. Whenever Mr. Butlers in the country, Mr. Grant always goes to visit him a lot. Ernest Butler was returning? nca was in surprise, with her eyes widened. Her long wait and efforts finally were going to pay off! Mrs. Brown added, Mr. Matthew should be visiting when Mr. Butler returns. But I am not sure whether hell take you... Chapter 112 She Was Fawning Over Him Chapter 112 She Was Fawning Over Him Matthew went downstairs to breakfast, but his intuition told him that he was missing something. Something felt wrong, but he wasnt sure. Are you interested? Would you like something else? Mrs. Brown made oatmeal. I will get you a bowl if youd like. nca said this with a smile and ran off to get Matthew some oatmeal. She served it to him, Its a bit hot, be careful. ... As soon as Matthew finished his breakfast, nca approached him right away, Go ahead and take a brief break. Youve got about an hour before you have to clock in. The newspaper is on the coffee table for you. nca tidied away the dishes and chopsticks, still with a pleasing smile on her face. That was bizarre. Matthew made a hum and sat over on the couch reading the newspaper. And suddenly he felt a pair of gentle hands put on his shoulders when he was about to open the magazine. nca was trying to please him, All the work you deal with every day must have worn you out. Let me give you a massage. She learned her technique from the craftsmen in the slum. She used to massage her grandma and was praised many times. nca was relieved that Matthew didnt resist her massaging him with dexterity. Did that mean she might have a chance to get Matthew to help her? nca was here at Oakshire to look for her biological parents. And she wouldnt miss the chance of meeting Ernest Butler. Come to think of it, nca was even more engaged in pleasing Matthew. He would be so helpful in helping her find her birth parents if she won him over. Hehehe... nca couldnt helpughing. Whats so funny? Well... nca blinked her eyes and lied about it easily, I... I am feeling so lucky that an ordinary girl like me could marry a wonderful man like you. I just cant hide how happy I am. Oh? Of course! You are the chairman of the Empire Group. Countless women are head over heels for you. But you chose an average girl like me as your wife. Why wouldnt I be content? nca didnt stop Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. massaging Matthew when she said this in a ttering manner. She was keen on finding her parents. Besides, she somehow was just telling the truth. Matthew was almost immune to repetitive ttery as he heard about it almost every day. But now those words were said by nca, and for some reason, they worked the magic on him for her. Matthew was leaning on the couch and nced at nca, Enough of that sweet talk. Cut to the chase. So... nca was hesitant about what to start with. She wasnt like this at all before she had known Matthew. But now, she was in front of him, speechless. If you need my help with work, let me know anytime. When he noticed the hesitation in her eyes, Matthew decided to move on. He nced at his watch and got up directly, Im going to bete for work, lets go. ... Did that mean she had made herself busy for nothing all this morning? nca watched Matthew walk outside in stride. She got so disappointed and felt heartbroken. She chased him up. She was about to mention Mr. Butlers name a few times, but when she saw Matthews serious face, she couldnt say anything. She decided to put it behind her mind until they were back at night. She might have to work her magic again... Chapter 113 Feeling Defeated Chapter 113 Feeling Defeated When nca arrived at thepany, it was exactly 8:59 AM, and she let out a long sigh. She was almostte! As the chairman, Matthew didnt need to worry about the time. But nca read in the Employee Handbook yesterday that employeeste for work would be deducted fifty dors from their pay, fifty bucks! That was enough for several meals! Thinking about this, nca sat down at her desk. As soon as she did, a girl came over and said, Miss Gregor wants to see you. Okay, thanks. nca sighed in her heart. Why did she always feel like a student who was called on by the teacher for being absent-minded in ss? She took her badge and walked towards the office. As soon as she entered but before she turned around, she heard Anna Gregors resolute voice, Shut the door behind you. So nca carefully closed the door, turned around, and saw that Anna was working at the desk. Anna seemed to be very busy. She was in a professional suit in the style of a capable and strong woman. At this moment, she was gracefully leaning on the chair and staring at the stack of documents on her desk. When she noticed nca, through those red lips of hers Anna said, Take a seat. nca then sat down squarely. She was sitting there for ten minutes, but Anna didnt say anything else. nca felt like she was walking on thin ice. Was it about her work? It shouldnt be though. She barely did anything serious yesterday - all she did was read the Employee Handbook... Was it something personal then? This didnt seem possible. nca kept her head down and stirred with her fingers as if she was going to pull them off. All sorts of crazy ideas were flooding her mind. She looked up to check on Anna every now and then. Twenty minutester, Anna suddenly put down the files in her hand. The filesnded on the desk loud. Miss Gregor, is there anything you would like me to do? nca seized an opportunity to ask. Anna let out a chuckle, then nced at her watch, Youve been in here for twenty-two minutes straight, nca, have you got too much free time? All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Me? Im not... I wasnt that busy. nca was about to say that she was new at thepany and wasnt assigned any tasks - she wasnt busy at all. But Anna interrupted her before she could finish, nca, right? You are the chairmans wife, of which I think all of us are aware. But I wont go easier on you because of that. You work for us, and you are under my supervision here. Okay. nca stood up quickly like a student who did wrong and was scolded by the teacher with her head down quietly. Youve been here all day, anything youd like to learn about? Ask away. No, nothing. ...Im having doubts about why we recruited you. Was it only for that you are the chairmans wife? Anna seemed mad, and that made nca even more anxious. nca frowned, but she was biting on her lips and didnt say anything. nca wasnt a fool. She could tell that Anna was harsh on her, but it was different than the HRs picking on her. Anna seemed unsatisfied with ncas work performance. Even though nca wasnt sure what that was about. Do you not know what you did wrong? Anna asked. nca nodded a few times. Somehow she seemed to have overreacted, so she stood there in silence instead. nca was typically a clever girl. Why would she back down in front of Anna? nca was feeling defeated. Perhaps in a bigpany like this, a girl like her was never able to fit in as well as those productive college grads did... Chapter 114 She Got Picked On Chapter 114 She Got Picked On nca kept her head down, but her nails were heavily hurting her palms... She always believed in herself and felt confident that she would be able to handle everything well. But reality pped her in the face - she wasnt as good as she thought she was. Excuse me, Miss Gregor. Can you please let me know what I can improve on? nca let out a long relief, held up her head, and squeezed a smile. nca never got defeated! Seeing nca being all humble, Anna was surprised. It was beyond her expectation that the chairmans wife would speak to her in this manner. A brief momentter, she adjusted her approach - nca was a new member of staff after all. Anna never made an exception to treat anyone differently. First of all, you shoulde to me if you havent been assigned any work instead of spending the whole day going through only the Employee Handbook. It wasnt even a book. In addition, you seemed like an outsider. You dont get along with your co-workers. We are a team here. Are you aware of that? Besides, I dont really like those who use connections tond a job or anyone inexperienced. So I hope you can catch up with our productivity, or you will be dismissed. Anna said all these super speedily. nca didnt catch every word, but she knew where these words wereing from... ncas face turned so pale. And her eyes were watery. nca thought she was working hard enough, and she was studying the Employee Handbook all day yesterday, but it turned out... From the leader''s point of view, she was wasting her time - it was nothing but low work efficiency and her being not gregarious... But she didn''t do anything? And now you are crying? Anna saw nca getting all upset, and she said with a sneer, If you cannot handle the pressure, leave as soon as possible. If you are not leaving, get out and go back to work. Noted. nca forced an ugly smile and sniffed, I am on my way out. She wouldnt give up on this valuable opportunity... nca had a very long sigh. She couldnt hold back her tears anymore once she got out of Annas office and saw everyone working so hard at their desks. She knew she did not belong here. Why... Whats the matter, nca? A girl who was seated next to nca passed by and asked. nca shook her head and walked into the pantry quickly. She feared she would lose it in front of everyone - Obviously, she was scolded for not doing a good job. Why would she be so wrong? Was it All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. because she didnt do a good job? All she needed was to do better next time than this one... But beads of tears were running down her cheeks. nca held up her head, feeling upset. People around her grew up in happy families, and found a good job after finishing college; but what about nca herself? She didnt have any skills... She didnt even hold a college degree. nca could hear her colleaguesughing and speaking from the outside. She wiped her tears away in a hurry and pretended she was in there to fetch some warm water. Throughout the morning, she was devoted to getting familiar with her work. But in fact, she was an intern so all she had to do was simple - printing documents, ordering couriers and filling out forms, etc. Thanks to the help from the girl seated next to her, nca now knew how to fill out the forms. The girl saved ncas day! When it was lunchtime, Isabel asked nca to have lunch together. She was about to leave with her, but her phone rang. Chapter 115 Frustration Chapter 115 Frustration Come on up. Join me at lunch. But I... I am going with my colleagues. nca barely finished what she was saying and Matthew already hung up on her leaving her no time to react to his request. nca looked at Isabel with an awkward look, Sorry, I... Dont worry about it. Is it the chairman? I will grab someone else then. Isabel smiled - it seemed like it didnt trouble her at all. She went to the canteen with someone else, with a smile on her face. nca was a bit disappointed seeing them walk away. She smiled with bitterness, tidies her stuff up, and went upstairs. It was always Mrs. Brown that prepared Matthews meals, and there would not be an exception for today. nca pushed the door open and walked inside. She saw Elizabeth Harris sitting there next to the coffee table already eating the lunch, Matthew, Mrs. Brown is getting better and better at cooking. I always missed her cooking when I was abroad. And finally today I am enjoying this! Mhm-hmm. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only nca stood there wondering if she should go in. At this time, the sunlight came in through the window, and the handsome man and beautiful woman stood together looked very warm... Matthew had already taken off his suit jacket and rolled up his sleeves. He was sitting on the side of Elizabeth, and she was all dressed up in a gorgeous red dress with delicate makeup. Every gesture of her showed the temperament that would be expected from a nobledy. nca looked down at the clothes on her. All she had was a simple officedy suit. The gap between these two girls was obvious. You are here. Take a seat and eat together. Matthew saw nca standing at the door, and his instincts told us there was something wrong with her. Matthew waved at her. It was just casual waving... but it got nca to tear up. He had Elizabeths apanying him anyways, why would he still ask her toe up here? And what was with him waving? Was she some pet or puppy? Was it because Matthew was rich? nca thought she was even with Matthew in the past but now she felt that she did not belong here even just in front of him. But now seeing the two of them together, nca suddenly developed a kind of cowardice. Matthew and Elizabeth were the perfect couple here. What are you doing? nca,e here. Seeing her motionless, Matthew couldnt help it - his tone was harsh. He called nca and asked her toe up. Who knew Elizabeth woulde uninvited? But Matthew felt that driving Elizabeth away would make him look bad. So he wasnt having a pleasant look on his face. But nca misunderstood. nca looked over at Elizabeth, who was looking graceful when she ate. But Elizabeth ignored nca. nca forced a weird smile towards Matthew, Chairman Grant, sorry I wont be joining you two for lunch. I am on a diet. Please enjoy. After saying that, nca turned and walked away. ... Matthew frowned. Matthew, Mrs. Browns stewed beef is so yummy! Isnt this your favorite? Come on, it wont taste as good when its cool... Elizabeths voice was all gentle and sweet. nca was biting on her lips, and she wished she had known better - after all, she was nothing but simply used to shield Matthew away from all his crazydy pursuers. nca - quit your silliness! Besides, Matthew and Elizabeth looked like just for each other; Seeing them sitting together made nca feel so terrible that she couldnt stay one second longer. nca had to walk away from them. Elizabeth looked at her back with a provocative smile. Chapter 116 Regain Confidence Chapter 116 Regain Confidence At noon, nca stood sadly by a vending machine and bought a box of cup noodles. It was impossible for her to go on a diet to lose weight. No matter how terrible she felt, she must eat. nca, I thought you were having lunch with Mr. Grant. Why are you buying this... Isabel came out of blue and nca smiled awkwardly, realizing Isabel and the others had already finished their lunch. Well, I dont like todays dishes and I suddenly have the urge to get some cup noodles. Okay then. I sort of like cup noodles too. Maybe we can have them together next time. That will be nice. She finally managed to get this over with. In the afternoon, with Isabels aid, nca learned how to use the printer to print and fax things. It was time to get off work when she finished printing all the files Anna gave her. The colleagues were leaving. Even Isabel said goodbye to nca and left. nca hesitated in the office for a while and walked downstairs. She had no idea whether Matthew left or not. She didnt know how to go home... Should she take a taxi? Just as nca was wondering, a ck Land Rover honked and pulled off in front of her. nca was startled. She had been a bit off during the day and she realized this was Matthews car. Curtis rolled down the window and said, Mrs. Grant, please get in the car. nca hesitated for a minute. She didnt want to see Matthew or talk to him. But taking a taxi would cost her a lot. So nca decided to hold back her feelings. She got in and Matthew didnt even bother to look at her. He was busying working on his iPad and nca didnt want to talk to him either. He must have a great time with Elizabeth at lunch. He imed that he wanted her to stop womening after him, but he seemed to enjoy that. nca pouted and felt quite wronged as she stared outside the window. Matthew was the boss at thepany, but what about her? She ground her teeth and made up her mind that she would impress everybody at thepany. ncas phone rang and it was a message from a friend she knew at school, nca, I saw your profile photo on Instagram. It was really cute. Could you design one for me? Of course. Just send me a picture of yours. 5 dors each and revisable. Seeing that message, nca was quite exhrated and was no longer grim. She knew she had value. That girl instantly sent six photos of different styles, These are the photos of my five roomies and me. Excited to see your work. And then the money was also transferred to nca. nca was so happy that she almost cried. She quickly replied and promised that she would give them the pictures tomorrow and they would be satisfied. Hearing the tapping sound, Matthew frowned a little. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Ever since this noon, nca had been acting weird. He asked Curtis and then found out that She had been like that after she came out of Annas office. He knew Anna quite well and she was famously strict at work. He thought nca woulde to him andined, but she didnt... What are you doing with your phone? asked Matthew suddenly. Chapter 117 How’s Your First Day? Chapter 117 Hows Your First Day? Nothing! nca denied and hid the screen from Matthew. It was her gold mine and she didnt want him to find out. But that unconscious movement annoyed him. Even Curtis could sense the tension in the air but nca didnt notice anything. She was actually still quite delightful because of this order. Seeing that Matthew had put aside his iPad, nca said, Matthew, you dont need to have lunch with me anymore. What? I can go to the canteen and have lunch with my colleagues. Few people at thepany knew she was Mrs. Grant. So it wont cause any trouble even if she went to the canteen. Matthew was stunned and looked at her out of surprise, What do you mean? Just so you can have lunch with other people, like you did with Elizabeth today. Rest assured, I wont interrupt you. nca patted her chest. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Even though Matthew said he wanted her to keep women away from him, but... Every man was like that. He must like Elizabeth quite a lot but he just wouldnt admit it. nca was proud that she thought this through. nca, are you jealous? Matthew suddenly got near her and his arms were against the window next to nca. He squinted his beautiful dark eyes. The only reason he could came up with was that she was jealous when she saw he and Elizabeth were together. Jealous? Hahaha...Have you lost your mind? Why would I be jealous? We are not a couple... nca tried to push his chest away but she didnt have that kind of strength. But she thought he wouldnt do anything to her when Curtis was still in the car. Thinking of that, nca was even bolder, Matthew, rx, I know this is just a contract. I would never fall in love with you. Curtis heard what they were talking about and was so shocked that he hit the brake. After getting scolded at by Matthew, Curtis started the car again. nca, do you have any idea what you are saying? She could see the veins on Matthews forehead. He was always elegant and self-controlled but he always lost his control when it came to nca. He really wanted to know what was in her head. Garbage? Of course I know. I was saying that you dont need to care about how I feel... nca, shut up! nca was astonished by his deep voice. She looked up and only saw coldness and grimness in Matthews eyes. nca was stunned. Right now, Matthew looked just terrifying. It was like he was made of ice. She swallowed and forgot that she was arguing with him. She just kept staring at him. Matthew seemed to realize he was being rude. He loosened his tie and changed the subject, Hows your first day? It... It was fine. Thinking about what happened today, nca felt a little bit down for a second. She was good at self- healing. And all she wanted to do right now was to finish her schoolmates order. After all, this order had given her some confidence. Chapter 118 Still Working? Chapter 118 Still Working? On the way, Matthew didnt talk. He could tell nca was ignoring him... And this made him quite ufortable. But his pride didnt allow him to ask any more questions. When they arrived home, Mrs. Brown had already made dinner. nca helped her set the table and started eating when Matthew was seated. In less than ten minutes, she wiped her mouth and put down Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. her spoon, Im full. Excuse me but I need to go back to my room. Then she ran upstairs. Matthew squinted his eyes and stared at the empty seat. Mr. Grant, are you having an argument with Mrs. Grant? Mrs. Brown couldnt help asking. This morning before they went to work, they looked quite fine and nca gave him a massage. Why were they so different when they got back? Matthew wanted to know too. Mrs. Brown, you should take a rest. Matthew also stood up. He thought for a while and eventually called Curtis to ask him to find out what nca did at work today. He wanted to know every detail of his woman. This...should make it a little better. nca was sitting on the nightstand in her bedroom, constantly changing the design. She wasnt a professional in design or painting but she liked drawing. She was a self-taught. She finished one of the six profile pictures. It was a girl in a cute pink dress. She erged the eyes and made her hair blonde. She adjusted the scale and then sent it to her schoolmate. In less than a minute, she replied, Wow!!! This is super adorable! When can we see the rest of the pictures? I have to thank you for this! Maybe the draft was so good and appealing to girls, her schoolmate sent another six photos and said, The girls from the dorm next door also want you to draw them profile pictures! And then another message that said she had received the money. nca could feel the happiness of that girl from the message and she started to smile. Maybe she could barely buy anything with these 60 dors, but it gave her confidence. So nca was even more concentrated on her work and didnt notice Matthew was approaching. Seeing her working so hard, Matthew found out something was off. He came to her and asked, Why arent you in bed sleeping? He didnt like to be neglected. If you are sleepy then go ahead. Im caught up by work. If it will bother you, I can do it in the living room. nca rubbed her eyes. She was kind of a workaholic too and didnt care about anything else when she was working. She didnt notice the mood shift of Matthew. She took herptop and wanted to leave. Then she was stopped by Matthew. What did she mean? Was he chasing her away? Matthew held her shoulders and peeped at her design on herptop. He saidplicatedly, Youre still working? Yes. Is this about thepany? No... nca felt it was unnecessary to lie to Matthew about this and exin too much to him. After all, they were not that close... Chapter 119 Promise Her Chapter 119 Promise Her nca closed herptop subconsciously and didnt want Matthew to see what she was working on. Maybe it was because of her insecurities. A friend asked me to draw something for her. Ill finish this soon. You can go to bed now... Then she wanted to walk past Matthew. But Matthew just took herptop away and put it on the desk. His strong arms grabbed her waist and pressed her onto the bed. nca felt like the world was spinning and then she was under him. She was stunned, Matthew, what are you... Before she could even finish the sentence, Matthew kissed her. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. His lips were cold and soft, kind of like marshmallow and ice cream. ncas eyes were wide open and she felt something strange in her body. She wanted to get away but she couldnt. Matthew kissed her slowly and softly like she was a piece of art. Damn it. He was obsessed with her taste. Did girls lips all taste so sweet like these? Matthew... nca panicked and pushed him away. Matthew paused and realized what he had done. He kissed nca by force! ncay on the bed and her eyes were filled with terror, astonishment, anger and confusion. Matthew! You creepy jerk! Why did you just kiss me? Its a reward, said Matthew. His voice was deep and seductive. nca was stunned. Why did he say it was a reward? A reward for what? Seeing the look on her face, Matthew was amused. He got up and his shirt was messed up. It looked like he had done something sexual to her. nca even had goose bumps. She bit her lips and stared at Matthew. You were so nice to me this morning. Dont you think you deserve a reward? asked Matthew. E! The reason why she was ttering him was not because she wanted a kiss from him. Did he really think he was an emperor and every woman was waiting in line to entertain him? Even though he was quite a good-looking man, nca wouldnt be seduced so easily. nca was so mad that her chest was heaving and finally adjusted her breath, Matthew, what I meant was, you know Mr. Butler ising back, right? She heard it from Mrs. Brown and she kept that in mind. But this morning had been a chaos and she had no time to think about it. Now that she was calm, she instantly remembered that. You know that? asked Matthew. They hadnt told anybody about Mr. Butlers return and only the Grant family knew about this. How did nca know? It does not matter how I got that news... nca didnt want Mrs. Brown to get into trouble and started to beg him, staring at him and forgetting their awkward position, You promised me that. Are you going to break your promise? Matthew, this is all Ive asked for. Please let me see him. Maybe she could finally find her way home if she met him. Matthew was feeling down. For the first time in his life, he felt something soft in his heart. Eventually he said peacefully, The day after tomorrow. This is your only chance. Chapter 120 Hardworking Blanca Chapter 120 Hardworking nca Only chance? nca was exhrated. That was all she needed. If she really had something to do with Mr. Butler, then she could meet him without Matthews help after that. And if she had nothing to do with him, she didnt need to meet him for a second time anyway. Seeing her so happy, Matthew smiled and said, Go to bed. Oh, good night! nca was no longer sad anymore. She turned off the lights dly and didnt hate him so much. Her only strength was that she didnt hold grudges and her bad mood faded quickly. As long as she was thinking that she could meet Mr. Butler in two days, she was extremely happy. But she still didnt forget what she promised her schoolmate. In fact, nca felt a little sleepy, but she woke up early in the morning, usually at five or six o ''clock. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. She would open her eyes for only three seconds, turn over and go back to sleep. But today, she opened her sore eyes and did not fall back to sleep. Matthew was still sleeping beside her. The sunshine lit up the room and it was such a beautiful and peaceful scene. nca sneaked up and didnt want to awake him. She was in her pajamas and grabbed a nket in her wardrobe. She took herptop and went out of the room. Matthew was still sleeping and she didnt want to disrupt him. But the design needed to be done. So she had to take theptop downstairs and finish her work in the living room. But nca didnt notice that by the time she left, the man on bed already opened his eyes. Ha! Finally done! nca wrapped herself in the nket and cuddled up on the couch. She felt like she had one more morning than others did. After finishing all of this, she went to brush her teeth. She pushed the door and then saw somebody, which scared her so much that she almost tossed away herptop. Why are you here? Do you know how scary you were? nca saw it was Matthew. She patted her chest and rolled her eyes. Her heart was still pounding. Matthew had already freshened up. He was in a ck suit and his tie was royal blue with a Windsor Knot. Even though nca didnt know the brand, she could tell all of these were expansive. And with his good looks, any girl would simply fall for him. What? What did you dost night? Nothing. Then why do you look so guilty? Matthew took a look at her. Even though she didnt tell him about the orders, Matthew could tell form the look on her face. I dont want to say anything about this to you. Im going to workter. nca pushed him away and wanted to go to the bathroom. But then he suddenly grabbed her wrists. Chapter121 Are you short of money Are you short of money Matthews face changed a little. The atmosphere at the room seemed to be frozen. Is there something else? Eventually, nca gave in, for she still needed his help to meet Mr. Butler. She looked down at the hand holding her wrist. She found Matthew had such nice hands, his fingers all white and slender. She wondered why he always liked to hold her wrists. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Are you short of money, nca? asked Matthew suddenly. The question came as a surprise to nca. She froze for an instant and then she shrugged her shoulders. Well, youre right. I like money. I like it a lot, as much as everyone else in the world. Most people work for money, just like me. So, my dream is to make a ton of money, said nca with a smile. Matthew looked mildly surprised. Evidently, he had not expected nca would admit that she loved money. He had seen how people just could not wait to show their disdain for money as if it somehow showed their noble quality. More surprisingly, he thought what she said made sense. Why do you like money so much? he continued to asked. I love money more than the other things in the world, nca replied without hesitation. Then she talked about her childhood. When she was a child, she stayed with her grandma in a slum and was always cold and hungry. Her grandma could not afford to pay her school tuition, not to mention new clothes and schoolbags. Even an ice cream seemed impossible to her. nca told Matthew the story of her past calmly. When she finished, she heaved a great sigh of relief and kept her eyes fixed on Matthew. The man fell silent for a while and his brow was knitted. Look. Since you love money so much, why dont you use my money? I have given you my bankcard, Matthew asked, confused. He had the advantage of being born into a rich family. So, he had never experienced financial worries before. In his mind, money could be used to buy his way out of everything in life. Especially, he had given nca a bankcard, for him, she didnt have to worry about money any more and just needed to obey him, like many other women. Why should I spend your money? I can earn it myself. Well, I really dont want to talk about this anymore. Im going to go freshen up, or I will bete for work. nca said decisively and left. Mrs. Brown had made breakfast for them. Having eaten her meal quickly, nca hurried out of the house with Matthew. She walked behind him and didnt notice that she had stepped into the underground parking lot. When she looked at cars in front of her, she was shocked. There were so many cars here! Are they all Matthews? Do you need so many cars, Matthew? asked nca in surprise. She couldnt believe what she was seeing. Of course, Matthew sneered. He walked to a Porsche and stepped in. He drove to nca and continued, Dont men always like cars? That made sense and nca couldnt argue with that, although she still thought there was no need to own so many cars. Chapter 122 Being one of white-collar ladies Chapter 122 Being one of white-cordies nca nodded and got in the car. They were headed for the Empire Group. The Empire Group was located in the center of the CBD of Oakshire. As a busy heart of the city, the sidewalks of the CBD were bustling with people. nca was so excited to see the bustling road and people walking on it. From this day forward, she was one of them. The car stopped at the door of the Empire Group. When nca got out of the car and was about to walk towards the building, a voice came behind her. nca! nca turned and saw Isabel running towards her in high heels. Isabel, nca was so happy to see her here. Isabel ran in front of nca and panted, Lets go together. OK. They stepped in together. When they were waiting for an elevator, Isabel was unable to contain herself and asked, Did the Chairman drop you off today? Everybody says you are his wife. You know, our mind. nca nodded, but there was one thing that still perplexed her. She asked, Uh, theres something I want to ask you. What is it? I will tell you everything I know, said Isabel, smiling. nca had known Isabel well after spending a day with her. She grew up in a rich and happy family. So, she was always enthusiastic and energetic. Recently, she just graduated from a college. At this moment, the elevator came and they entered. There was no one in here but themselves. Most colleagues looked quite hostile to me. nca asked. Nominally, she was the wife of Matthew, the chairman of the Empire Group. So, she had never thought of that! Generally, even if they did not butter her up, they were less likely to bully her. Well. Er Isabel opened her mouth to say something but stopped. She hesitated for a moment. Then she leaned close to nca and whispered in her ear. Okay, Ill tell you something, but please dont tell Mr. Grant I said that. You know Louise, Mr. Grants sister, right? She did it. She has threatened everyone. If we got close with you, theres a price to be paid. But trust me, I am not like them. I hate this kind of thing, said Isabel indignantly. nca was a little surprised to hear that. She had thought they didnt like her because her low All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. education background or because she got the job by connections and luck. She had not even suspected Louise was behind this! Thank you for telling me this, Isabel, nca said with a smile. She really appreciated what Isabel had done. Oh, youre wee. Oh, by the way, can we have lunch together? OK. They entered their offices. Not long after sitting down, nca received a message. It was from Fiona. She thanked nca and ask her if she could draw more cartoon figures. nca was ecstatic about it. She took this job and promised she would do it immediately after work. After sending the message to Fiona, nca turned to look at Anna through the shutters, who was very busy at this moment. Chapter 123 Be offering to do extra work Chapter 123 Be offering to do extra work Though she hesitated for a moment, nca finally found the strength to knock on Annas door. Soon words came from inside the office, Come in. nca took a deep breath and went in. She put the paper printedst night on the desk and said with a rather deferential smile, This is the file you asked me to print out yesterday, Anna. She stood quietly, like an obedient child. OK. I see. Anna said. Then she continued to go over some files. For a while, she noticed that nca was still standing in front of her. She looked up and asked, Anything else? nca was nervous and could feel her palms sweat. She told herself that Anna, unlike any of her previous bosses, was a good leader, and the Empire Group was a fair and justpany. She took a deep breath, and put a genuine smile on her face. Ive finished the work. I think about what you said yesterday carefully and I think you are right. So, let me know if theres anything I can do. Anna was a little surprised that nca was offering to do extra work. She looked at nca with admiration and said, Oh, there will be a meetingter. You can take notes for it. No problem! nca said, her eyes bright with excitement. As soon as nca left Annas office, she thought to herself, Come on, nca! Work hard and you will seed one day! You can do it! The thought was so irrepressibly uplifting that she tweeted her excitement. Before long, her content gained some likes. Apart from that, there were a fewments about her cartoon figure. nca thought it a good opportunity to promote her design. So, she tweeted the cartoon figure designed for Fiona. At noon, when nca was going out for lunch, Isabel came over and pointed to the door. Someone here to see you. Who is that? nca looked in the direction of Isabel in perplexity and see Curtis standing there. Curtis was rarely seen in this floor. As expected, his appearance attracted too much attention and a low murmuring filled the office. When nca got near, he said, The Chairman want to go out to lunch with you, Mrs. Grant. Eating out? But he doesnt like eating in restaurants, asked nca, confused. Theres a restaurant downstairs exclusively for the Chairmans lunch and I was told to take you there, RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Curtis exined. I see. And just give me a moment, nca returned to her ce and put down her staff pass. After saying goodbye to Isabel, she stepped into Matthews private elevator with Curtis. The moment they left, there was an outbreak of muttering behind them. Oh, my god! It looks like the Chairman loves her very much. No way we still keep her away, right? You are right. I dont want to make the chairman mad at me. What are you afraid of? Louise was pretty clear about that. Our chairman doesnt like nca at all! Mr. Grant married her solely because she has something on him. Upon hearing this, everyone was outraged. They looked at ncas desk with a jealous heart, Why did nca have such good luck? Chapter 124 Who do you think you are Chapter 124 Who do you think you are nca knew nothing about the discussion in her office. At this moment, she was having lunch with Matthew. It was quite a feast and nca was stuffed. She rubbed her stomach and looked across the table at Matthew in confusion. In fact, as a benefit, the Empire Group provided lunch for its employees. And Mrs. Brown had made Matthew some meals. Why did he take her out to lunch? After a while, nca could not restrain her curiosity and asked, Why are you so nice to me today, Matthew? nca thought for a moment and continued, Have you done anything wrong? Wrong? Who do you think you are, nca? Matthew sneered, raising his eyebrow in disdain. nca was ustomed to his arrogance. Besides, she was in a good mood at the moment. So, she wasnt irritated by his words at all. When they went back together after the meal, nca couldnt help asking, Will you take me to see Mr. Butler tomorrow? Do you know what he likes? How old is he? Maybe it is not a good idea to visit him abruptly? nca looked a bit nervous at the prospect of her meeting with this Ernest Butler. She was so deeply in her own anxiety that she did not notice Matthew had stopped. Matthew turned to face nca, who was chafing her hands together, and frowning. She was wearing a business suit, making her brighter and more beautiful. Matthew stood looking at nca in silence and found him mesmerized by her beauty. Im talking to you, Matthew! Are you listening to me? If Mr. Butler is really my family, I nca suddenly noticed Matthew and stopped in the middle of her words. Matthew was still staring at her. nca was confused by his expression and asked, Why are you stopping? Youre so chatty, Matthew said coldly. nca didnt expect him to say that. She shrugged her shoulders awkwardly, and held her mouth closed meekly. She didnt want to make Matthew angry, for she depended on him to meet Mr. Butler. They kept walking, without a word. nca headed back to her office. As a new recruit, she didnt get much work. She attended a meeting at four oclock in the afternoon with Anna and took notes there. While she gave Anna the minutes of the meeting to read and check, it was time to get off work. nca looked at the time and stretched. At this moment, she got a call from Curtis. Chairman was out on business, Mrs. Grant. Ive sent a driver to wait for you outside the door. He will drive you home, Curtis said on the other end of the phone. Okay, thank you. Upon hearing this, nca heaved a sigh of relief. She did not want anyone to see her getting close to their chairman. It was too high profile. nca looked out the window and saw the colors of sunset diffused across the sky. Its luster glistened on her desk, which made it feel so warm inside the room. She seemed to be in a good mood. Others began leaving the office, and nca turned off herputer too. She was humming quietly, apparently quite at her ease. But when she just stepped out of the building, she heard someone calling her. Before Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. she turned back to take a good look, a sack covered her head. Chapter 125 Get off me Chapter 125 Get off me Immediately, all was dark and nca could see nothing. nca gasped in horror. Get off me! Get off me! she squealed. She struggled and kicked, trying to escape, but next second, she was carried on somebodys shoulder and was thrown into a van. Then she could hear the van start and shoot ahead. All nca could see was darkness and her arm was grabbed tightly by someone. She was very scared by this sudden attack and her heart was beating fast. She could hear the engine and some men breathing. nca tried to calm herself down and guess what they wanted C were they for money, or just her? Why her? She couldnt figure it out, because she was a nobody and sure had no enemies. Or is this because of Matthew? At this thought, a cold feeling of fear swept her. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Who the hell are you guys? What do you want me to do? If you want to threaten Matthew, youre sadly mistaken. Im of no importance to him, said nca. She could feel herself shaking with fear. She tried to stay calm and take her phone out of her bag, but before she seeded, her bag was taken away from her. A weird voice came from above, Dont do anything crazy. If you dont call the cops, we are not giving you a hard time. Apparently, the voice had been altered by a voice changer. He didnt have to change his voice, unless it was someone she knew! nca shook as with a chill at the thought. After a while, the voice came again. Hurry up! Do you want them to find us! the man almost yelled at their driver. nca stopped struggling, her dark eyes fixed upon a small hole in the sack. Then she saw a white sneaker. At that moment, nca gave a great gasp, for she knew these shoes like the back of her hand. These shoes were her birthday present to Todd, which cost her a lot of money. Todd, is that you? What do you want? asked nca tentatively. She got goosebumps and could feel cold sweat trickling down her back. HowHow do you know? said a familiar voice. Fuck you! What an idiot! Why did you admit it? growled another voice. It was clear enough to nca. She still couldnt figure out the identity of the other person, but Todd was one of them. Maybe he wanted to seek revenge against Matthew for his being beaten the other day. Since nca confirmed that it was Todd, she suddenly rxed. She knew Todd so well. He was born into an ordinary family. Although he looked arrogant, he was timid on the inside because of his low self- esteem. nca calmed down and asked, Then what do you want from me? Her calm tone infuriated Todd. He was furious and shouted, Dont talk to me like that, nca! Your life is in my hands! Im sick and tired of you always acting like youre so much better than me! Today, you need to pay for what youve done to me! At this moment, the van gave a nasty wobble and stopped. nca heard the door open and then immediately, the sack over her head was removed. Chapter 126 What Do You Want From Me Chapter 126 What Do You Want From Me When nca got her eyes unfolded, she wasnt feelingfortable. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. It took her a while to finally realize there were a bunch of men in front of her. Todd Small was in a white T-shirt and shorts. He used to be a sessful elite, but now, he looked just like one of the gangsters whose job was only to mess around all day. The men standing behind him seemed skinny and malnourished. They were wearing hairs of different colors, looking just like those gangsters nca used to always see in the slum. Why would Todd end up with these people? Seeing Todd getting closer to her and the fearful look in his eyes, nca took a step back, What do you want from me? What do we want from you? I think you know, dont you? Todd sneered with a sullen expression on his face. He was getting closer to nca slowly. Although he didnt know much about womens clothing, he could still tell that the clothes on nca were very pricey. Why would he get fired while nca could be Matthews Princess Cindere with her pretty face? She was only an unwanted wild girl who had not even gone to college. How could it be possible that she was now married to the Chairman of the Empire Group? The more Todd thought about this, the deeper his hostility towards nca had be. He pushed nca hard. She was caught off guard and almost fell to the ground. nca; Oh, you are Mrs. Grant now! I am wondering, would Matthew Grant still want you by his side after today? Todd had a scary fierce look on his face. He waved at someone in the back, and one of the men with pink hair stepped forward. That man looked at ncas petite body with greed, Mr. Todd, can I have my way with her? She seems delicious. Beat it. She is mine. Todd bent his index finger and middle finger altogether to knock the man hard on his head. That dude screamed in pain, Come on, Mr. Todd. Let me spend some time with her. Be on the lookout for me, and I will reward you! Todd sipped. The man nodded with a big smile across his face. nca was disgusted by their interactions and conversations... nca baby, you leave me no choice. Todd showed a bloodthirsty smile, Now that someone has paid a huge price to let us destroy you, you should see it as a price you paid for breaking up with me. Todd trivially rushed towards nca. At this moment, nca felt like all the blood in her body was flowing backward. Why would she fall for someone like Todd before? Did she lose her mind? But it was toote - ncas face blushed because of extreme fear and anger. She bit herself lightly and could taste the blood on her tongue. The ropes on her tightly wrapped around her shoulders. She gained strength out of nowhere and waved both of her arms tightened by ropes towards Todd. Dont you ever touch me! You filthy whore, you should feel lucky that its me today. You think someone woulde to your rescue, dont you? ... Matthew had something to do tonight and was called away by Mr. Butler. Mr. Butlers return to the country had not been told to anyone for the time being, and it was kept confidential. Only the Grant family knew. In the afternoon, Matthew suddenly received a call from Mr. Butlers student, saying that the old man invited him there. Matthew did not wait but went immediately. Only when he remembered on the way and told Curtis to arrange someone to send nca back. The Country Garden was one of the most famous mansion properties in Oakshire. Mr. Butler lived here and it was extremely private. In the past, Mr. Butler always participated in some jade seminars abroad or guided some museum exhibitions in other countries, and was also invited to go abroad for teaching. Therefore, Mr. Butler rarely returned to the country in recent years. That was why Matthew didnt agree to ncas request. More importantly, the fact was... that the Grant family was now in a quiteplicated situation. Matthew, you are here. I havent seen you in half a year, and you look much more mature now. Matthew was led in by the housekeeper. As soon as Matthew entered the study, he saw an old gentleman standing behind a golden sandalwood table, fiddling with something. He still looked healthy, but wearing reading sses on the bridge of his nose, slightly squatting with a jade stone in his hand. Chapter 127 Mr. Ernest Butler Chapter 127 Mr. Ernest Butler Mr. Butler was already 70 years old this year, but he was still nimble and intelligent. He saw Matthew walk in, so he waved at the housekeeper to tell him to get out and he said, Come over and take a look at this piece of jade. Is it good? OK. Matthew went over there with his head down. He took over the very delicate jade pendant polished by Mr. Butler. He felt the special texture and temperature of the ancient jade in his hand, and his fingertips stayed in the center of the jade pendant. Then he looked at Mr. Butler, The color and texture of this pendant are good, its a rare piece of good jade. Hahaha, son, youve gotten even smarter. Mr. Butler stroked his chin with satisfaction. His white beard made him even more amiable. Mr. Butler told Matthew to sit down, and poured him some coffee, Want to have some? Mr. Butler, you asked me over... Matthew looked down, and took a sip - it was some good coffee. The entire study looked magnificent. Compared with Matthews study room, this room felt warm and had traveled through thousands of years of history and returned to the old Tripitaka Library. Matthew was in awe every time he visited. Even he had to admire Mr. Butler''s contribution to the jade world in his life. Mr. Butler was not only the president of the Jade Association in Oakshire - his reputation went much farther. Matthews slender fingers were ying with the cup in his hand, and he was gradually drowning in his thoughts. Just a heads-up. At the cocktail party tomorrow, I will be announcing my return. Yes? Mr. Butler had always been participating in activities abroad before, and he had only a handful of time in the country, so why... Such a random decision? Haha, you brat. Isnt it great that I am back now? Aplex emotion shed in the eyes of Mr. Butler. He stroked his beard, and rocked lightly on the chair, seeming to look beyond Matthew, Im getting older, and Im always looking toe back to my home. Besides, the kids are grown up now, its time... Right, did you meet Malinda? Malinda Roach... Matthew leaned back in the chairzily, put the teacup down, his expression changed slightly, but Mr. Butler didnt realize it. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Malinda was the daughter of Mr. Butlers daughter and the young master of the Roach family. She wasnt active at parties and gatherings. But because of Mr. Butler, Matthew had met her before. Malinda didnt have the arrogant and domineering attitude of other celebrity daughters. Instead, she was kind and gentle, like a fairy who was not stained with the world. Even Matthew couldnt help but praise her. I met her before. Matthew replied. When he got an affirmative answer, Mr. Butler stroked his beard andughed. In addition to studying jade and antiques in his life, he loved his little daughter and granddaughter the most! This child was now old enough for marriage. I asked you toe here today to help her find someone who can be the perfect fit for my grandson-inw. I trust you. Mr. Butler said with a smile. Matthew nodded quickly and agreed. How could there be any reason to turn down Mr. Butler? Two hours flew by, and finally, Matthew and Mr. Butler finished their conversation. The sky grew dark over the earth, like the caressing hands of an old man. Matthew got out of the Country Garden mansion and saw Curtis suddenlying towards him, with a heavy look on his face, Bad news, Mr. Grant. Mrs. Grant went missing. Chapter 128 Mrs. Grant Went Missing Chapter 128 Mrs. Grant Went Missing nca went missing? How could an adult just go missing? Matthew paused with a solemn expression on his face. What''s going on? Mrs. Grant, she... She was picked up in a van as soon as she left the office. The driver didnt notice until it was toote, but I immediately checked the surveince footage and saw they were heading towards the motorway in the suburbs. Curtis wiped the cold sweat on his forehead, as almost everyone was aware of how cruel Matthew could be in Oakshire. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. These people dared to mess with Matthew Grant. They wereing asking for trouble. Matthew neatly got into the ck Land Rover, closed the door to start the car. Curtis also closely followed and rode shotgun, hearing Matthew say to him with a somberly cold voice, Show the way. The car rushed out instantly pretty much like an arrow from the bow. Aaargh! Not until Curtis could react, did his arm that was holding onto the seat belt bump into something - he screamed out loud. Matthew gave him a deep and cold nce, Curtis shut up right away and dare not speak! Meanwhile... You... Dont youe near me. At that moment, nca felt that she could hear her own heartbeats, and there were buzzing sounds around her ears. She felt like her mind was out of control and all she could do was keep backing away. Her hands were trying to fight back, and her white wrists were strangled with red streaks, but the gap between the ropes was getting wider. nca was stepping back, and in the meantime, she was trying to get her hands free. Anyway, she had learned a little bit of boxing before, which was good enough to handle a useless office man like Todd Small, let alone some slim dudes with strange hair. Come to think of it, nca forced herself to calm down. No one could save her now except for herself! Donte near you? Hahaha... nca, you better see clearly the situation now. You are just a whore, serve me well and I might give you a good time. If you dont behave nicely, dont me me for being rude to you? nca had nowhere else to go. Back then she was aiming in the right direction to step backward, and right now her back was against the minivan. And she knew that if she had moved quickly, she could have rolled over into the minivan and driven away to save her own life. Why talking so much with her, Mr. Small? Dont pity her and just get this over with. Or we will get traced down... Come on, just do whatever you want to do with her, so we can go. A man with strange hair urged Todd while looking at ncas petite body. He wished Todd could just quickly get things done so he could have his way with nca! But Todd gave him a cold nce, Go away and keep an eye out there for me. Dont bother me while Im getting my thing with her, or you wont get anything. That man immediately had a ttering smile on. If it werent for Todd, he might still have to worry about being chased up by the casinos for his debts. He took Todds order and ran to be on the lookout. Todd saw him go away far enough. Then Todd rubbed his nose, and he was about to get onto nca. nca suddenly managed to get out from the ropes and flung them towards Todd. She jumped on the minivan immediately and was about to drive away. Unexpectedly, Todd had already grabbed both of ncas legs straight away. He pulled her out of the vehicle, You bitch, you trying to escape? Let go of me! Todd, you go to hell! nca was gnashing her teeth scolding Todd. All she saw Todd now was aplete bastard! I go to hell? Great. If I am going to hell, I am dragging you with me! Todd sneered when he pulled nca off the minivan. He directly pressed nca underneath him. nca was pressed under him, and her crystal eyes were filled with panic and helplessness... Todd, get off me! You cant do that to me! Bah! You bitch, if it werent for you, I wouldnt have lost my job. You should pay for this! His heart was fueled up by burning anger thinking of nca getting him to lose his job. He sneered, grabbed ncas clothes, and tore them up... Chapter 129 He Made It Chapter 129 He Made It Was nca in fear? nca was tearing up, she was in horror. She used to think that things like this would never happen to her, but right now, it was happening right to her. She was deeply in sour bitterness and didnt have the time to think about who might have been behind all this... Now it seemed like the worst joke ever had existed that she was with Todd before. What had gotten into her back then? nca could feel that her clothes were torn apart, the cold air was numbing her nerves, and beads of tear silently fell from her eyes... Her whole body was shivering. nca closed her eyes as despair filled up her chest. Matthews face shed up in her mind. She unconsciously blurted out, Matthew... Well, you are counting on someoneing to your rescue? Matthew Grant might be somewhere Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. having great fun right now! Todd was having a lustful grin on his face. ncaid on the ground in despair, her beauty sad and surreal. Her long hair, as gorgeous as ck seaweed, was scattered behind her and it matched with the green grass she was sleeping on. On her snow-white shoulders, her skin was as smooth as milk, making the greed and eagerness to touch her so hard to resist. When he thought about it, Todd also stretched out his hand to her, but the next moment, there suddenly rang a sharp brake sound around his ears. Immediately, the man with strange hair yelled from the outside, Mr. Small, run! With that being said, the man already rushed over and got onto the minivan to drive away, leaving Todd behind. He didnt care about Todd at all! Hey, what are you running away from... Todd was confused. But right now, he waspletely aroused. Looking at the nca in front of him, who was like a fragile doll, all he could think about was to have his way with her. He felt lustful and driven. He could care about nothing else but kept saying, No one can stop me today. I am going to have my way! Ah! Dont... touch me... Matthew... Help... ncas screaming elerated Todds anger. He wanted nca now, she belonged to him now! Todd and nca had been together for three years before, but they never did anything more than holding hands. nca didnt even share a kiss with him. And back then, he was just such a pure na?ve little youngd. That was why, when Kylie Farley had thrown herself at him, he just had gone along with it. But nca was so different than a slut like Kylie! Had this in his mind, Todd began to act on nca. Coldness spread slowly over ncas skin - She wanted to fight against it, but both of her legs and arms were pressed so tightly that she had no way to do so! Her eyshes were trembling. But the kissing that she was terrified of didntnd on her. A piece of clothingnded and covered her up instead. There followed a familiar loud whining. Ou... Ouch, let go of me... Todd was screaming in pain. What was going on? Perhaps... he came for her rescue? nca dared not open her eyes, she was afraid to see what she did not want to see! Her hands were clenched at her sides, her little face was red with anger, sweat was running down her cheeks from the bridge of her nose, and she looked like a terrified rabbit. Vulnerable, pretty. There, there. You are okay now. Matthew squatted down and looked at nca. Suddenly he felt agitated. For the first time, he felt that he had not done the right thing. If he had not ordered his driver to take nca home today but took her home himself, this would not have happened! If he could be more ruthless to Todd before, and Todd wouldnt dare to touch nca! nca, you are alright now. Not getting any response from her, Matthew felt like his heart got stung so he said again. Instantly, ncas eyes opened - She was shivering in tears like a deer in fright. Once she saw Matthews face, grievance and sadness overwhelmed her right away like floods. nca was crying so hard, Its really you! nca was also surprised - She went along Matthews strength to sit up and held his neck, and directly buried her face in Matthews hug! Chapter 130 Put Your Clothes On Chapter 130 Put Your Clothes On Sobbing in Matthews embrace, nca was nowpletely ignorant about how inappropriate it might seem. She was freaked out. Quite a whileter, nca heard Matthewsforting voice. She sniffed with her eyes swollen and got out of his hug. She felt a bit embarrassed afterward, Why... Why are you here? If I didnt make it in time, you would be in big trouble. Thinking of what happened just now, Matthews face went darker. For the past few years, no one would dare to mess with anyone rted to Matthew, and now... this Todd Small,ing out of nowhere, was asking for trouble. nca sniffed her nose, but she was pulled up by Matthew already. There were quite many red traces on ncas wrists as she had been tied up by Todd and his people and she fought hard to try to get away. And now her clothes were all broken, showing arge part of her snow-white skin. Matthew peaked over and looked away immediately. He quickly took off his suit jacket - Perhaps his action seemed too natural, and nca was still in the fear that Todd had brought her, she was scared right away. What are you doing, Matthew Grant? Put your clothes on! ncas eyes were filled with resistance. What Matthew did made her take a step back subconsciously. Seeing nca in deep fright worried Matthew so much, and for some reason, his anger got fueled up looking over at Todd, who was held by Curtis already. Matthew went ahead and gave Todd a few kicks. Then he looked at nca again, being a bit upset, If I put my clothes on, are you nning to go back home like this, arent you? What Matthew meant was - He had been blocking everyone else for nca so no one would see her in this awkward shape. Up until now, nca realized her shoulders had been showing, which was not ssy, or decent at all... More importantly, she had misunderstood Matthew! Matthew was actually trying to offer her something to put upon out of the concern and a caring heart, but nca... nca blushed in embarrassment, and she didnt know where to put her hands. She covered her chest with her hands feeling awkward. Matthew saw her being that way, he smiled and threw his suit jacket upon her. Put this on! Okay... RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only nca kept her head down and covered herself up with Matthews jacket. She relieved a sigh after making sure she was all covered up. And the light after-shave fragrance on the jacket made her feel at ease. The sky gradually darkened down and the burning clouds in the sky were extremely beautiful. nca was following right behind Matthew, and she looked at Todd, who had been hard beaten up. nca was hesitant to say anything. What do we do about him? By asking so, she wasnt looking out for Todd. She was only unsure what to do with him after what he had done to herself. Matthew gave Todd a stare. Todd was being held by Curtis, trembling. Matthew said, I dont want to see him again in Oakshire. Copy that. Im on it! Curtis nodded and left grabbing Todd... Seeing them go off, nca pulled the clothes closer with her fingers. And of course, Matthew noticed all little movements and emotions. Chapter 131 Daily Necessity Chapter 131 Daily Necessity Right now, the me-like clouds dyed the whole sky red, pretty as a picture. ncas head was low and her hair was messy. The expensive suit seemed thick above her slightly fragile shoulders, and she looked gentle with her face down. Should C should we go back now? She bit her lip. She didnt want to stay here any longer. Just being here brought to mind Todds face. Matthew nodded Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. and called the driver over, opening the door for nca actively, who was taken aback for an instant. Matthew had his nose in the air before, hadnt he? Was the suning up from the west to have him opening the car door for her? Still, nca knew that he was probably afraid she was still drenched in the fear from back then, and her eyes seared as she squirreled inside. The car coasted along the highway. Maybe it was because Matthew was by her side, but her clenched heart slowly steadied and grew calm. Were going home, Matthew said. Matthew how did you know I was brought here? nca said, tilting her head. Back then when Todd had molested her, she thought shed meet her end here. Is there anything I dont know? Matthew asked. please, theres plenty. If youd known beforehand that Todd was going to kidnap me, you didnt even need to make the trip C oh, sorry, thats not what I mean. nca quickly mped a hand over her mouth. She was just talking back by reflex, with no intentions ofining about Matthew beingx or anything and getting her kidnapped! Matthew shot her a cool look that said, with all youve been through today, Ill let that slide. On the way back. nca did not speak. Forty minutester, the car came to a steady stop at the door of the mansion. nca got out and didnt see Matthew do the same. He seemed to be giving the driver orders. Lets go. Matthew saw her still standing outside as he got out, raised an eyebrow, and took her elbow, leading her straight to the room. Huh someone tell her what this sudden burst of softness was? ncas face went red but she still followed obediently. Seeing the two back sote, Mrs. Brown asked them about it. nca didnt know how to answer, but Matthew said, Busy at the office. Is that so? You have to take care of your body. Especially you, madam, with your small frame. I made chicken soup today. Mrs. Brown was all smiles as she went to fetch dinner. nca looked back at Matthew. She suddenly found that he wasnt as cold as he let on This man was probably more gentle than his exterior. Afterwards, Mrs. Brown got the meal ready, and nca dug in, asionally looking up at Matthew, increasingly feeling that this man wasnt just handsome, but he also had a good family and background. She suddenly understood why all those women tangled with him. This man was just a gift to the world, okay?! What are you doing staring at me instead of eating? Matthew said suddenly. nca choked on a bit of food and stared at him with red eyes. Matthew handed a ss of water over, and nca was nearly in tears. This man was a daily necessity, okay?! Chapter 132 Not an Antique Chapter 132 Not an Antique Having been through a shock, nca went back to the room early that night. She thought and thought and felt that whatever it was, she must have been blind before. Was she that bad a judge of character? Taking a shine to swine like Todd. She picked up the pillow by her side and strangled it resentfully, suddenly recalling Matthew. Even if she was to take a shine to someone, itd have to be someone like Matthew, right? Then she realized what she was thinking and tossed the pillow in her arms away. Good god what was she doing clutching at his pillow? Mentally ravishing him? Was she supposed to swoon into his arms after being saved? She wasnt some antique damsel! Besides, even if she was to swoon into his arms, with someone at Matthews level, he wouldnt return her affections anyway. nca sucked in her breath through her nose and warned herself not to get starstruck again. Just a few minutes after she calmed down, the door clicked open. nca was sitting on the bed and hadnt even thought of the right posture to receive him, so she took over the air conditioning nket and covered her legs. Here. From Mrs. Brown. huh? nca looked at the bags tossed on the bed, packed with packs and poultices for bruising. Did Mrs. Brown know shed been hurt? Before nca could even ask, Matthew had loosened his necktie and turned to head inside the bathroom. The sound of running water came from inside. nca crawled over to the medicine on her knees, a smile wafting up on her lips. Whether it was from Mrs. Brown or Matthew, the thought of being cared for made her feel warm and fuzzy. When Matthew got out, nca was still in the same posture. He frowned, gaze falling on the medicine. Youre not using it? Well its just scrapes and bruises. No need to rub anything on. nca had gotten hurt before and never taken it seriously. Matthew, though having just showered, was in pale grey pajamas, and the sense of authoritying off him was considerably lessened. Instead, he emanated the gentle aura of a mature man. If not for those eyes, hed be sickly sweet. Scrapes and bruises? Matthew walked over to the bed and sat down, the mattress crumpling to make way for him. nca, I wont tolerate my people having even the smallest scrape or bruise, got it? With nca blinking and looking doe-eyed up at him, Matthew extended his long arms and yanked her over directly. Maybe because it was a convenient posture, but ncanded square into his embrace the next moment. Before realizing anything was wrong, he held her in ce. Dont move. With that, he unscrewed the medicine box, rubbed the ointment on his hand, andid his hand softly on ncas neck I-I can do it myself! nca was short-circuiting. Since when had she had such close contact with a man? Much less a man RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only this handsome. She jerked her neck and tried to escape his arms, but Matthew held her in ce, his voice a little deeper now as hemanded, I told you not to move. Didnt you understand me? Matthew was never one to waste words, and his decisions rarely changed because of others. If nca didnt want to rub the medicine on herself, he was free, so he could just do it for her. Matthews technique was gentle and his motions were slow. nca suddenly didnt dare speak, or even breathe. Feeling that hand move around her neck, her ears slowly reddened Chapter 133 Three Times a Day, Got It? Chapter 133 Three Times a Day, Got It? All right, its done. nca realized shed gone lewd again when Matthew released her. She squirmed out of his grip hurriedly and noticed her bare knees had been in contact with his abdomen, and blushed so hard she didnt know where to put her limbs. Three times a day, got it? Matthew didnt notice the girls strange behavior, and thought that nca was still nervous over the afternoons events. He didnt overthink it and ced the ointment in her hands. nca nodded in a daze, then saw Matthew sit up from the bed. W-where are you going? Arent you going to bed? nca suddenly said somewhat desperately. Matthew frowned and looked over, and nca hastily waved it off. Thats, uh, I mean its gettingte. What had she just said? Why was there a sudden suggestiveness in the air? Do I need to report where Im going to you? Matthew almost blurted out. nca blinked and couldnt manage an exnation. Matthews reply was light. Youve been tired out today. Go rest. Ill go deal with work in the office. oh, okay. Good night. With her face red, nca didnt dare look at Matthew. She calmed down only when the door closed on her. Wait, did that mean that Matthew hade in specifically to take her medicine? No no no, he must havee back to wash and change. Getting her medicine was just on the way. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. What are you thinking, nca Roach?! Back then, when shedid in bed with Matthew, she hadnt thought anything of it, but today, there seemed to be a flea beneath her hips, and she couldnt sleep at all Matthew woulde backter. How was she supposed to face him? thinking about it, nca had slowly drifted off. In the office, the hour-hand was pointing to eleven. In his grey pajamas, a lock of ck hair curled down on Matthews forehead, making him look softer than usual. He opened hisptop, went into a video call, and on the other side of the line, Curtis saw Matthew in his state and was taken aback for an instant before he recovered and reported naturally, Its been dealt with. Todd wont being back. As for who was behind it Louise? Curtis nodded. It wasnt that he didnt know it had to be Louise behind it. Having applied for the Empire Group directly, shed been behaving too well these past few days. Matthew rubbed his brow. Get someone to watch her. Yes, sir. Theres one other thing Curtis paused. I hear the madam is not having a good time at the office. Her colleagues are clearly isting her, and it seems shes been troubled over it recently. Curtis was the chairmans man, so news of subordinates rarely reached him. Still, nca was the chairmans wife, so he had to pay some extra attention. Ignore it, Matthew said. As Mrs. Grant, if she cant deal with that much, she has no right to stay by my side. With that, Matthews eyes darkened. It had been twenty minutes since he cut the call with Curtis. Matthew snapped theptop shut and saw nca sleeping on the double bed in a spread-eagled position. Her sleeping posture was really a sight to see. Matthews brow furrowed and walked over, not quite knowing how to move her. Finally, he grabbed her through the nket and pushed her to the side. With a p, a dreaming nca whipped her hand around onto Matthews arm. Matthews face darkened further, but seeing the red marks on her neck and wrist, he suppressed his urges andid down on the small bed as well. Chapter 134 Nightmare Chapter 134 Nightmare The man was tugging at her arm, another hand wrapped around her neck. You think therell be anyone Ah! D-donte over, go away nca backed up, turned around and ran, but the mans cacklingughter came from behind, encircling her like demonic whispers. She ran and ran and suddenly fell. She tried to get up, supporting herself on her palms, but then she saw the mans face, blown up to enormous proportions. Run! Come on, why arent you running? Keep running! The mans contorted grin drew close and his fist hammered down. nca yelped, Agh! Matthew, help me help me Matthew! A shrill shriek broke the sky. Matthew was a light sleeper and jolted awake, turning on the light at the end of the bed. He saw nca struggling and calling out, her pale face covered with sweat, and immediately realized she was having a nightmare. Probably something to do with what happened that afternoon. nca, wake up. Matthew took a deep breath and pped her lightly on the cheek. But she didnt just keep slumbering, she reached out and grabbed his arm. Normally, Matthew would throw it off, but this time he didnt. He called her name a few more times before nca opened her eyes in a daze. No! Its me, youre safe. Seeing her wake up, Matthew didnt realize that hed heaved a sigh of relief himself as heforted her lightly. ncas brain was still blurry, and she just thought about how she almost She didnt want to bring up that painful memory again, and seeing a drowsy Matthew before her in his pajamas, ncas eyes welled up instantly. Maybe it was because a girl whod just woken up was in a weak state, but she threw herself into Matthews arms right then and there, her voice tinged with a sob. I thought Id never see you again, Matthew, I wont ever say that youre cold and nasty again Cold? Nasty? So that was what she thought of him? A cold aura gathered around Matthews body, and nca shivered before finding that she was hugging Matthew again?! Face ashen, she backed out of Matthews embrace, stammering, Sorry, I-I j-just sorry. She couldnt find an excuse, and kept on apologizing. Since youre fine, go to sleep. Matthew had no intentions of bringing it up against her, mainly because he didnt have the heart to with her looking like a little bunny whod just been bullied. But it seemed the afternoon had left a huge impact on her. Matthews face went shadowy. Seeing that Matthew had fallen asleep like nothing was wrong, nca calmed down herself and tried to lie down, closing her eyes. Maybe because Matthew was next to her, but she wasnt so afraid now. Matthew had said that Todd would disappear from Oakshire, and she believed he could aplish such a thing. Considering that, she slowly drifted off again But, when nca started breathing long and deep, Matthew suddenly opened his eyes, his deep gaze Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. shining in the dark. He felt like something was slowly changing. Chapter 135 Morning Run Chapter 135 Morning Run The following day, nca stretched as she woke up, her warm, smooth cheek brushing up against the Suddenly, she remembered something. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. The next instant, she sat bolt upright, her nket falling to her waist. Blinking, she shot a look at the clock on the wall. Good, good, it was only seven thirty Shed thought she was about to bete. nca got out of bed, rubbing her eyes, and went groggily over to the bathroom to wash. Setting down her toothpaste and toothbrush, she saw Matthews own toothbrush next to the sink huh, it felt a bit suggestive putting her toothbrush next to his. nca set down her toothbrush happily, then froze when she reached the doorway. What was she thinking? What did Matthews personal things have to do with her? They were just in an arrangement nca suppressed her roiling emotions. Mrs. Brown was getting breakfast ready. Seeing ncae down from upstairs, she said hurriedly, Madam, the young masters gone out for a jog. We can eat Hes gone running? nca came downstairs against the railing and looked outside. Not seeing a single thing, she said mindlessly, Matthew also jogs? That was just too fine a specimen of a man, wasnt it? Shed heard the discussions about Matthew yesterday, saying that he was a rare genius ofmerce, bing CEO at barely twenty years of age. Grasping Oakshires economic lifeline in his hands, he was even one of the richest men of the country With how busy his work kept him, he still put in the time to work out. No wonder he had a great body. nca stroked her chin. Seeing her in such a state, Mrs. Brown got it. Missing the young master now that you didnt see him when you got up, madam? What are you talking about Mrs. Brown! ncas face went red and was about to argue with her when Matthew walked in, saw her blush, and grew a little confused. Youre back, sir? We were just talking about you. The madam got anxious not seeing you in the morning. Mrs. Brown was smug as could be. nca had no defense for the situation. Matthew thought nothing of it and shot a mild look at nca. Seeing her ears red, he said politely, Im going to change. You can eat ahead of me. sure. nca shot a petty look at Mrs. Brown, who was all smiles as she went into the kitchen. nca pulled up a chair and sat down. A little whileter, Matthew had alreadye down in fresh clothes, smelling faintly of soap. nca could tell that hed showered. Matthew pulled up a chair next to her and sat. Seeing ncas distracted state, he thought that she was still shaken over yesterday. Theyve taken care of everything, dont worry, he said. And Ille home with you from now on. Okay, thank you! Was that a promise? nca was still thinking about what she needed to get done in the office, when she heard Matthews words and beamed. She wasnt a stunning beauty, but she had an advantage in looking like an untainted sheet of paper, emanating youth and sunshine. Seeing her smile was like the sun at eight to nine am. Matthew actually flinched at the smile. Chapter 136 I’m married. Chapter 136 Im married. Matthew drove nca to thepany. On the way, she didnt look at the scenery outside the window, nor did she check her Facebook and Twitter as before. Whats wrong? Is there something on my face? Matthew suddenly asked. This had been the twelfth time nca had looked at him. No. No. Matthew, how could a man like you would stay single for all these years? nca lowered her head and fiddled with her nails. Her fair hands were beautiful and slender. She looked up at Matthew from time to time, as if waiting for his answer. Matthew was so outstanding. It seemed that he could do anything well. There must be many girls pursuing him wherever he went. Thinking of this, nca couldnt help feeling a little lost. Single? Im married. What? Yeah. Matthew nced at nca and seemed to be looking at a fool, What do you think you are? Poof nca realized what Matthew meant. She immediately felt extremely embarrassed and blushed. She fiddled with her fingers harder. She had mixed feeling in her heart. She said, I didnt mean that. I RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only mean... I mean, havent you fallen in love with any girl before you meet me? You are so handsome and many girls are definitely so crazy for you. more importantly, why had he chosen her? nca asked seriously. Matthews mouth twitched and he realized what was going on. You seem to be very interested in my love affairs? What? nca didnt know why she was a little flustered, but when Matthew stared at her, she couldnt help but feel her heart racing. She quickly tried to exin, Im not interested in your private life. Its just that we are husband and wife now. You also said I need to help you keep other girls from you, but I dont know you much. How can I manage it? nca exined seriously. There was a crossroads ahead. At the red light, Matthew stopped the car and stared at nca. He tried to figure out what she was thinking about, but unexpectedly, he failed. He raised his eyebrows and did not continue this topic. Soon, they arrived at the Empire Group Building. It happened to be the rush hour. Many white-cor workers passed by in suits and high heels. They were either holding the KFC breakfast they just bought or talking on the phone, and some were lowering their heads and looking at their mobile phones. Maybe they were chatting or dealing with work affairs. They could tell that they all held great expectations for the future. Leave work two hours early tonight and I will take you to a reception party, Matthew reminded. Is it Mr. Butlers reception party? nca was excited. Matthew had mentioned that he would take her to the reception before. She had been looking forward to meeting Mr. Butler. If shewas really his grandchild she must ask why her parents had abandoned her. Matthew seemed to think about something, Okay. Great! nca waspletely unaware of what was in his mind. She nodded and said, I will definitely passstaff pass and stood next to the hall on the first floor waiting for the elevator. Chapter 137 It was you? Chapter 137 It was you? nca? Why are you here alone? Hearing the familiar voice, nca knew it must be Louise. She didnt know that everything that day was secretly nned by Louise. She just didnt like Louises every time, and her attitude was as if she owed her money. Louise asked for a snub because nca directly ignored her. Then she said, Didnt you get caught yesterday? Why did they just let you go? nca, had you... Before Louise finished, she saw that nca had suddenly turned her head. Louise held a sarcastic smile and looked up at nca, Have you been molested? Tell me what you know! nca asked. nca clenched her fist. She had never suspected that this matter had something to do with Louise, but how did she know? Of course I know. I saw you get on a van when I got off work. Louise smiled. Its you? nca, dont cast wild aspersions at me! Louises face turned pale, Do I look like such a fool? If I really had done that, I will make sure you nevere back. After all, Matthew is mine. Then the elevator came. Louise walked into the elevator. nca hesitated for a moment, and then also followed her in. Because it was rush hour, several employees came inter, and they stopped talking. Only after that, nca could not ovee her distrust of Louise. After nca entered thepany, she immediately threw herself into the intense work. Actually, she just did some simple work, such as printing documents for others, searching for some information, or ordering lunch, buying coffee. All rights ? N?velDrama.Org. Although Isabel said she did not have to do so, nca wanted to seize any opportunity to establish a good rtionship with her colleagues. These people were employed because of their excellent ability. She deserved to do so. On the contrary, as soon as Louise entered the office, she angrily threw the staff pass on the table and went to the tearoom. nca was assigned to the creative department, but she was assigned to the advertising department. They asionally needed to greet models or stars who came to shoot advertisements. Therefore, it was not what Louise had expected before she came to thepany. Hello? How is it going? How can nca stille back to work today? As soon as she entered the tea room, Louise immediately made a phone call and sounded very angry. She took the trouble to get Mary out of prison, not letting her do good deeds. Miss Grant...Kylie said she cant contact Todd now, and Hearing Marys stumbling voice, Louise was so angry. What do you mean that they cant be contacted? Can they disappear for no reason? If they couldnt finish their work, you will get nothing! Miss Grant... Kylie said. Kylie red at Mary. She hadnt found Mary so spineless before. Kylie directly told Louise, They disappeared, but I received a text message asking us not to go beyond our boundsand it was sent from Curtis. Chapter 138 There’s another thing. Chapter 138 Theres another thing. After hearing what Kylie said, Louises mobile phone almost fell to the ground... In the presidents office, Matthew was wearing a straight suit with his cuffs slightly rolled up, revealing his delicate wrist and masculine arm. His hair was soft on his forehead and looked so eminent. Curtis knocked on the door and entered the office. When he saw Matthew, he couldnt help but feel shocked. The president was so handsome. No wonder those women tried to pester him one after another. Mr. Grant, Miss Harris has been waiting outside for an hourshe said she wouldnt leave until she saw you. Shouldnt we let her in? Curtis asked tentatively. Matthew didnt care about it at all. He suddenly thought of nca. Last time, he asked Curtis to invite nca to dinner, but he didnt expect Elizabeth toe too. He didnt eat much for that meal. Later he heard that nca went back home alone and had instant noodles. It seemed that she didnt want him to stay with Elizabeth. Mr. Grant? Did you hear me? Yeah Matthew frowned. He had never been distracted like this before, and he didnt know what had happened to him today. After putting down his pen, Matthew looked at Curtis and said, Tell her Im busy and cant see her today. Okay. There is another thing. Miss Grant now knows her ce in the advertising department. I have already warned them. It seems that she doesnt dare to do anything for the time being. Curtis said. This was within Matthews expectation, but... There was one thing that Matthew must take to heart. Matthew tapped his fingers on the table as if he were thinking about something. He pursed his lips and asked, How about my father? Old Mr. Grant had someone send a gift over, but it seems that he wont attend the banquet this evening. Miss Grant may attend. Curtis naturally knew what Matthew was asking about. Tonights banquet would be hosted by Old Mr. Butler. He had just returned home and also needed to have more consideration for his granddaughter. And his granddaughter... Matthew looked low-spirited and seemed to be thinking about something. Old Mr. Butler and his grandfather were good friends. Now, Wilbert wasnt willing to attend any banquet, so he would definitely ask Matthew to go there. Got it. Ill see what I can do tonight. Matthew said. ... nca, why are you so energetic? How many times have you been running around thepany? Arent you tired? At half-past eleven, Isabel sat at the table and looked at nca. She had just distributed the coffee she had bought to everyone. At the moment, she was sorting out the documents she had just printed. She worked so hard. nca nced at her, Well, as you have already known, I am good at nothing, so I have to work harder. I dont know that, but I know an able man is always busy, Isabel said, I think its really worth it for the Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. ... But anyway, the Empire Group is run by your husband. You work for your own family. Hearing Isabel mockup at her, nca blushed. Her family? Yes! She was Matthews wife for other people. Thinking about this, ncas corners of the mouth curled up. Chapter 139 Great change of temperament. Chapter 139 Great change of temperament. At noon, Matthew seemed to be very busy. When nca went upstairs, he was still working. Normally, if this was the case, nca would have eaten the meal herself, but this time, when Matthew had finished, he found that nca hadnt even started to have the meal. Why dont you eat? Are you waiting for me? Matthew said. nca sat on the sofa embarrassed. Seeing Matthew walk to her, she immediately blushed, You are the master of the family. You havent started eating. How can I eat myself? Its so rude. nca forced out a smile. I havent noticed you so polite before? Matthew sat down, You have suddenly changed your temperament greatly. ... nca was not angry at all. Matthew saw her like this and said nothing. nca put the bowl and tes in front of Matthew, Why dont you eat? Mrs. Brown cooked your favorite dishes! Matthew stared at her for a long time. He couldnt figure out why nca suddenly changed her attitude towards him. She used to be a tough girl. Why had she been so gentle to him? nca, do you have something you want me to help you with? Matthew asked. nca was embarrassed. Only then did she realize that she seemed a little tooisant. What RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only happened? nca forced a smile again, I hope you wont embarrass me this night, okay? Matthew had already known it may be because of this thing, so he only vaguely promised her and didnt say anything more. He bowed his head and began to eat gracefully. Feeling that she had dodged the bullet, nca also started to eat, but she felt time passed so slowly. This was a very long meal. In the past, she always focused on the delicious food in front of her when she ate, and burped prominent nose, thin lips ...God, his face was simply like a work of art. After finishing the meal, nca also stroked her own nose and felt curious why Matthew could be so beautiful. Are you full? Yes. Matthew, is your nose a natural one? nca was staring at Matthew. Seeing that Matthew finished the meal, she almost blurted out. After asking him, she felt she had done something stupid again. Staring at Matthews eyes, nca hurriedly exined, I mean, you look so beautiful. You see, your nose is so prominent. It doesnt seem natural. No, no, no... I dont mean you have cosmetic surgery. I just... The more nca said, the more exasperated she became. She didnt know how to exin to him. Suddenly, Matthew leaned over. He didnt find nca was different today. He just thought it was because nca wanted to meet Old Mr. Butler. But it seemed that what his thought was wrong. nca, do you love me? Matthew suddenly asked and sprayed hot breath on ncas face. He looked at her blushed cheek and said in a deep voice, You must not fall in love with me. Chapter 140 Never fall in love with me. Chapter 140 Never fall in love with me. Matthews handsome face was just in front of her. ncas beautiful eyes widened slowly. She could even feel his body temperature. So...refreshing. How can I fall in love with you? You are too arrogant, Matthew?! There are lots of men out there waiting for me. nca said. Hearing what she said, Matthew was stunned for a moment. Was she showing off to him? Was this her showing off? Matthew, you cant think you are extraordinary just because you are handsome and rich. There are so many people who are richer than you and better looking than you. I dont like you at all! nca said fiercely, but she said too fast, it didnt sound too real. Thats good. Matthew suddenly got up and let go of her. Seeing Matthew stand up and reorganize his clothes, nca suddenly felt a little lost, but she didnt show it. She quickly lowered her head to clean up the dinner te on the table. Matthew saw it and said, Just put it here. Someone will clean it up. How can you let Curtis do this? Its not convenient for him to do this kind of thing. nca curled her lips and cleaned up all the dishes and chopsticks on the table. Although Matthew ordered dinner and the driver sent them to him, the tes he used were all very delicate and expensive. So, they were taken back to Mrs. Brown to wash. But it was the secretary who cleaned up the dishes before. Since the secretary was dismissed, Curtis began to do this. Matthew, when are you hiring a secretary? Although nca was not very clear about the duties of the secretary, he learned from Curtiss words that those secretaries of the Secretariat group were not Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. qualified to contact Matthew in person. Are you interested? I am just curious, nca said. nca, if I remember correctly, you just said you wouldnt fall in love with me. Why are you so concerned about my issue? Matthew sneered. He had already sat there and dealt with his work. When working, Matthew took off his suit. nca could easily see his wonderful physique through the white shirt Well, it looked so nice. nca? No! I didnt. Im just afraid that the task of delivering food and cleaning up the housework will fall on me again. I dont want to be a housewife. Speaking of this, Matthew chuckled with disdain, How is your work in the creative department? I heard that you were bullied? Matthew blurted out whatever came into his head, but nca was very angry. She should have known this earlier. Matthew was the president of Empire Group. Nothing could be hidden from him. He knew she had been bullied, but he never came out and helped her. What a cold- blooded and ruthless man! Because he didnt love her, he just looked on unconcerned. Thinking of this, she felt lost. nca nced at him coldly, It has nothing to do with you! After that, she put the packed lunch box on the tea table and left. ... Matthew looked at the lunch box she put on the table, and inadvertently hooked up the corners of his mouth. This girl was so stubborn. Chapter 141 I Heard It Chapter 141 I Heard It After nca escaped from the chairman''s office, she happened to meet Curtis who had juste back from lunch. When he nca''s blushed face, he asked, "Mrs. Grant, what''s wrong with you?" "I''m fine!" nca said only a few words to Curtis in a hurry. Afraid that he might find out something, she ran away in a hurry. Curtis was confused. Why did Mrs. Grant run away so fast? What had happened to her? When nca came back, other fellows had alreadye back to their work. Definitely, she also had to work now. She quickly devoted herself to her work and time passed away quietly. At five o''clock in the afternoon, nca felt a little sleepy. She stared at the screen of theputer, and almost fell asleep. Suddenly, Isabel came over and handed her a pack of instant coffee, "Coffee, do you want some?" "Well, thank you." With a smile, nca stood up and went to the tearoom to make a cup of coffee. The Empire Group Building was quiterge, and each department upied one entire floor. There was a separate tearoom, bathroom, meeting room, and so on. However, they had to go to the canteen downstairs for lunch. As soon as nca got to the tearoom, she suddenly heard the sound of conversation from inside. "Did you see that? nca was so clumsy. She even took so much time to do print jobs." "Yes, why does Mr. Grant love such a stupid woman? You know what, I saw Miss Harrise to visit Mr. Grant this morning, but she was never let in." "He refused Miss Harris for a woman like nca. Unbelievable..." Hearing their conversation, nca tightened her grip on the coffee cup. Her lips curled into a sneer. Anyway, she did get the job through some connections, so it was normal that everyone looked down upon her. However, no one liked to be talked about at any time. This kind of feeling... was so ufortable. nca smiled and pushed the door open. The people inside immediately became nervous. Although they liked to gossip, they didn''t expect to be caught by the person they were talking about. They were a little embarrassed for a moment. "You don''t need the water fountain, do you? Can I use it? Thank you." nca walked in politely. The girl standing beside the water fountain immediately made way for nca RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only and looked at her awkwardly. She nudged the girls around her and they were about to leave, but nca suddenly stopped them. "What were you talking about just now? I heard you chatting so happily. Why do you stop chatting after I came in?" "We... we didn''t..." nca had already opened the coffee pack and poured the coffee into the cup. She took a cup of hot water and continued, "Dont you know the wall also has ears? I heard everything. If..." "nca, do you think were afraid of you? Youre just Mr. Grants wife in name. Miss Grant has already told us everything!" "How do you know that? Even if we are married in name, I''m still Mrs. Grant!" nca said calmly. She was not someone who would just take it silently. Did they really think she would be tolerant of their mean words? "Why are you so angry? Who do you think you are? If Mr. Grant took you seriously, he wouldnt ask you to work as an intern in thepany. You''re just an intern... Ah!" The woman said arrogantly, but suddenly she screamed because nca had poured the coffee on her face! The hot coffee slid down the woman''s chin and wetted her clothes! "What... what have you done?" "Didn''t you see it? Go to Miss Grant and tell her this. See if Miss Grant will avenge you. Oh, I forget something. Miss Grant, who you called, is my sister-inw." nca raised her eyebrows with a smug smile. The woman seemed to be a little scared, but she couldn''t stand this. She wanted to rush over and argue with nca but was dragged away by her friends. After they left, the smile on nca''s face gradually froze, and her hand that she used to pour coffee was still trembling. Would she cause any trouble for Matthew? But she just wanted to protect herself. If she didn''t do that, they would definitely be more arrogant! Looking at the coffee stains on the ground, nca was somewhat absent-minded. Did they say that she was clumsy and even couldnt finish an easy job like doing print? She had to prove herself to everyone and let them know she was also capable... Chapter 142 A New Car Chapter 142 A New Car As soon as nca cleaned up the tearoom, Matthew called and asked her to go downstairs. nca had already asked for leave from Anna in advance. She took her bag and walked out. She had been looking forward to this day for a long time! If she could see Mr. Butler tonight, she would ask him how she got the pendant. nca took the elevator downstairs and saw a silver-gray Rolls-Royce parking at the gate. A strange car? Matthew didn''t drive this car this morning. Hesitant, nca took her phone and called Matthew. "I''m here. Where are you?" "In front of you." The man only said four words, and then someone in the Rolls-Royce rolled down the window. It was Matthew. nca was surprised. Before her mind could realize this, her body had already driven her to the car. Looking at Matthew in the car, she was still confused. "You didn''t drive this car this morning. Why are you driving a new car here?" "Get in the car." Matthew didn''t want to reply to nca''s stupid question. He just rolled up the window. nca curled her lips and went around to the other side to get in the car. Matthew had already told the driver to drive. He liked to drive by himself, but he would asionally find the driver. "Well, Matthew, can we go home first? It''s not appropriate to go to the banquet like this." There was a She was wearing a ck and white suit for her work, looking like a professional white-cor. But if she went to the banquet like this, she would probably be regarded as a waitress. "What?" "I mean, let''s go home and let me change my clothes first," nca said with a smile. "Oh? Why do you want to dress yourself up? Who do you want to flirt with?" nca felt embarrassed Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. when she heard these words. Seeing Matthews mischievous look, she pouted and said, "Aren''t we going to the banquet? What if there is a handsome and rich guy at the banquet..." "nca, you''re married." Matthew stared at her for a moment, as if he wanted to read her mind. Suddenly, nca lost her confidence and fawned, "Well, I should dress up, if just not to disgrace you." Looking at Matthew''s dark eyes, nca suddenly felt a little happy. Was Matthew jealous because of her? She chuckled as she thought of this, but Matthew''s cold eyes made her even more embarrassed. Fortunately, Matthew didn''t say anything. He sneered and told the driver to go to the shopping mall. nca guessed that he was going to buy clothes for her, so she was a little embarrassed. "Well, in fact, we can go home to change clothes. We dont have to go to the shopping mall and spend more money..." Moreover, all the clothes Matthew brought for her were expensive. Although she didn''t know those brands, she knew they were very expensive, judging from the nice touching feel. Even if he was rich, it was not a good way to spend money like that. But when she saw the dominant expression on Matthew''s face, she knew he had made up his mind, and he looked just like he was saying, "Are you questioning my wealth?" nca didn''t dare to say anything more. Looking at the obedient look on nca''s face, a smile inadvertently appeared on Matthew''s face. Well, she finally knew that she shouldnt disgrace him... Half an hourter, they arrived at Silver Mall. Matthew got out of the car first. nca immediately followed him. She was wearing high heels, each about three inches high, so it was a little difficult for her to keep up with the long-legged Matthew. "Matthew, wait for me..." nca rolled her eyes and couldn''t help stopping him. Then Matthew finally slowed down. Matthew took her directly to a store on the second floor. He said to the shop assistanting over, "Can you help her get ready for a banquet." "Okay, you sure will be satisfied!" So before nca could react, she was taken to the VIP fitting room inside. An assistant in her twenties served her with a smile. After changing her dress, the assistant half knelt on the ground and changed a pair of high-heeled shoes for her. When nca walked out of the fitting room, the shopping assistant said enviously, "Mrs. Grant, you are so beautiful. It suits your fair skin well, and you look like a movie star now." It was rare for nca to be praised like this. She blushed and she looked at herself in the mirror awkwardly. She was amazed by her look. Her long hair fell behind her, and the blue strapless dress made her slim figure more attractive. Chapter 143 Idiot Chapter 143 Idiot In the mirror, her skin was fair and delicate, and her clear eyes were like the brightest and purest stars. She looked amazing and a little shy, while her hands touched the dress awkwardly. Even nca was surprised by her stunning look. Was this really nca Roach? She couldnt help showing herself to Matthew. With a big smile, she turned around and looked at Matthew, who was just sitting in the resting area. "Matthew, I... ah!" "Idiot!" nca wanted to show Matthew that she was also so beautiful, but she rarely wore such shoes with 4- inch heels. She turned around and took two steps, but suddenly she fell to the ground. nca panicked at that time. It must be ugly if she fell down when she was wearing such a nice dress. She thought she was going to fall, but actually, she didnt feel any pain. nca blinked in disbelief, and then she heard a familiar voice with mockery above her head. "How long do you want to stay in my arms?" "What?" Only then did nca realize that she was in Matthews arms! Hearing theughter of the shop assistants, nca blushed immediately. Embarrassed, she pushed Matthew away. After a long while, she finally managed to say, "I didn''t mean it!" She meant that she didn''t throw herself into his arms on purpose. Afraid that Matthew wouldn''t believe her, nca exined again, "It''s because of the high heels." "That''s your problem," Matthew said. For an unknown reason, Matthew had a strange emotion when he looked at his arms -nca was RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only there just now. He couldn''t tell what it was, but he felt ufortable. "Hey, you should be gentler," nca said unhappily. Fortunately, she was supported by a shop assistant at this moment, so that she could stand steadily. Matthew suddenly winked at the shop assistant and got close to her for an unknown purpose. "You are so nervous, which makes me think you did that on purpose." "I... I didnt!" "Well, you have been in my arms three times in two days. Didnt you do it on purpose?" What a shame! nca was so ashamed. Except for the first time when she was frightened and hugged Matthew unconsciously, the other two times really seemed to be something she had long nned. She couldn''t exin it anymore. Fortunately, at this moment, the shop assistant broke the ice, "Mr. Grant, your clothes are also ready." Then Matthew went to the fitting room to change his clothes, which made nca feel a little relieved. She was afraid that she would be suffocated if she continued to stay with Matthew! However, when nca saw Matthew enter the fitting room, she was a little confused. "Why does he also need to change clothes?" Matthew was already dressed in nice clothes, okay? The shop assistant smiled and said, "Mr. Grant called us in the morning and said that he would take Mrs. Grant to a banquet tonight, so he asked us to prepare the clothes." Wait. So that was the reason. nca felt a little disappointed. She had thought that he specially came here to buy clothes for her. It turned out that he also needed clothes. She even thought... Ah, nca! What are you thinking about? nca lowered her head remorsefully, feeling a little disappointed and ashamed. Suddenly, something urred to her. "Then how does he know my size..." As soon as she finished asking, she realized something and her face turned red again. The shop assistant also realized it and smiled. Embarrassed, nca didnt want to speak anything and just waited quietly for Matthew. In less than ten minutes, Matthew walked out of the fitting room. But this time, nca couldnt help fixing her eyes on him! Oh my God! What a handsome man! He was the coolest and most graceful man in this world... "Gulp!" it was the sound of nca swallowing. "What are you looking at?" Matthew walked up to nca with one hand in his pocket, his manner cozy and elegant. He was pleased when he saw her mouth wide open in surprise. "You... Have you ever had any cosmetic surgery before?" Matthew''s face turned sullen as he heard this. Chapter 144 Cosmetic Surgery Chapter 144 Cosmetic Surgery Because of nca''s words, Matthew didnt want to talk to nca at all on the way to Country Garden. On the way, nca tried to talk to Matthew several times, but she was intimidated by his coldness. Until... "nca, do you always think that I have had cosmetic surgery?" Just when nca thought Matthew wouldn''t talk to her all the way, Matthew suddenly spoke. There was anger in his tone. What Matthew was angry about was that nca thought he, a noble and graceful man, would have cosmetic surgery just to make himself more handsome like those people? nca could felt her heart skipping a beat. She quickly waved her hand with a bright smile and said, "Well, did I say something wrong? But your face looks so delicate that I always have such a question. But have you really never had cosmetic surgery? Um, then you are born to be so beautiful!" "Beautiful?" Matthew asked. Why did he feel that she was describing a woman? nca was too embarrassed to speak more. Looking at the blush on her face, Matthew suddenly came up with a wicked idea. He leaned over and said, "Maybe I have really had cosmetic surgery. How about you check it yourself?" "Well, I don''t think I need to do that..." "Really?" Matthew could find that nca was eager to have a try. As expected, as soon as he finished asking, nca reached out her hand. Her fair fingers were about to touch Matthew''s face. Matthew stopped nca by holding her in his arms and then bit her lips. "How dare you really want to have a try?" "You said that... Um..." Before nca could refute, Matthew already interrupted her by kissing her lips. He wickedly bit on nca''s lips before letting her go. "This is a punishment for you." Being released, nca touched her lips and didn''t dare to say anything She would never say those words to Matthew again! After a long while, nca took a deep breath and tried to change the topic. "Well, shall we meet Mr. Butler directly after we arrive? Or..." "Let''s talk about itter." The atmosphere froze again. nca was anxious and blushed. She wanted to do something to distract herself, but she couldn''t calm herself down by all kinds of means. Especially when there was such a handsome man sitting next to her. It was a rare chance for nca to see Matthew in a white suit like today. He looked like a prince from the fairy tales she had read, and his behavior showed that he was a nobleman from a rich family. The tension of the moment almost stress nca out. Ten minutester, they drove to a quiet road. After a short while, they saw a magnificent vi. Though they didnt go in, they could feel the hustle and bustle inside. Looking from the outside through the RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only window, nca''s palms were covered with cold sweat. "Are we there yet? Matthew..." nca turned around and was about to call Matthew, but when she met his deep eyes, she blushed again. "Follow me when we get in. Don''t make a fool of yourself." Matthew said this indifferently. His voice was as charming as him. nca nodded dully. The car stopped at the end of the red carpet at the door. Matthew got out first. When nca was about to open the door, she saw that Matthew hade over and opened the door for her, motioning for her to hold his arm. "I can walk by myself." A bright smile appeared on nca''s face. She had thought that Matthew was afraid that she would fall down if she was not used to her high heels, and she had a better impression of Matthew. What a gentleman he was! "Poof!" nca had just pushed away Matthews arm and wanted to get off the car by herself. However, as soon as her right foot stepped on the ground, she sprained it and almost knelt down in front of Matthew! nca felt embarrassed. Fortunately, Matthew grabbed her wrist. nca immediately grabbed Matthew''s arm reflexively and said, "Thank you..." "nca, are you an idiot?" "Probably, maybe..." nca said with no confidence. At this moment, Matthew had pulled her out of the car. nca looked up at Matthew, who was much taller than she was and smiled. Matthew was speechless. The car behind them had already driven over, and the headlights were dazzling. Matthew covered nca''s eyes with his hand and lowered his cold voice. "You are now Mrs. Grant, understand?" "I know. I promise I will look graceful and decent." He looked at nca''s dress, with a meaningful look in his eyes. In fact, when nca didn''t speak, she was more graceful than any other socialite divas. However, as soon as she began to speak, everything would change. With nca''s promise, Matthew nodded reluctantly. nca held his arm naturally. Anyway, it was stupid if she didnt take this opportunity to hold the arm of such a handsome man. Matthew held nca''s arm and walked towards the hall. Then he suddenly felt that the hand on his arm began to be restless. Was she actually... caressing the muscles on his arm? Well, it felt good. nca snickered, but when she and Matthew entered the room and saw the shocking scene inside, she couldn''t smile at all. Chapter 145 I’m Not Nervous Chapter 145 Im Not Nervous The scene inside was... shocking. Therge hall was crowded with big names from everywhere. They were wearing expensive suits, talking with champagne in their hands, or smiling at the enchanting beauties. There were also a group of divas standing together and talking about the luxury items they just bought. There were also many middle-aged women talking with each other in the best quality dresses. Time did not leave as many traces on their faces. It was a scene of the upper ss. nca couldn''t help but tighten her grip on Matthew''s arm. She seemed to have forgotten her purpose ofing here. Now she just knew she was so nervous. "Are you nervous?" Matthew noticed nca''s nervousness. But he didn''t intend to help. If nca couldn''t even behave well on such an asion, how could she be Mrs. Grant in the future? "I... I''m not nervous!" nca bumped into Matthew''s teasing eyes. She straightened her chest and said with a confident look, "Why should I feel nervous? Don''t look down on me. We are all human beings. When I went to the vegetable market to buy vegetables, there were even more people than the crowd here. At the worst... At the worst, I can regard them as cabbage!" nca snorted. She tried her best to act confidently, but her nervous tone had betrayed her. No one could regard these people as cabbage! "That''s good." Matthew smiled and pressed the back of nca''s hand subconsciously, only to find that her hand was cold. Matthew was a little surprised. When he was about to say something, someone came over to greet him. Matthew greeted theer politely. nca stood aside and watched Matthew talking to that person. She didn''t understand what they were talking about, but it sounded great. Seeing that Matthew focused on talking with them, nca silently wanted to pull her hand out of Matthew''s arm, but Matthew held it tightly. "What''s wrong?" He suddenly stopped talking, so the group of people also stopped. Everyone looked at nca. nca blushed and didn''t know how to do. "Excuse me. I just want to take a rest over there." nca tried her best to put on a big smile and pointed at the sofa next to her. This banquet was kind of just like a big party. On the tables were all kinds of champagne, wine, and exquisite desserts. When she entered the room, she had already begun to drool. Now she just wanted to have a big meal. Matthew certainly knew how much nca loved these foods. He didnt hate that C he actually even like that. At this moment, someone else came to greet him. Matthew nodded, "Go. I''lle to youter." After saying that, he nced at the person in front of him and then bent down. He whispered in her ear, "I''ll take you to see Mr. Butlerter." "Okay..." "Hah-hah, it seems that Mr. Grant and Mrs. Grant have a good rtionship." "The two look like a perfect match." The man beside them praised. nca blushed immediately. She nodded quickly and then turned around, pretending to walk gracefully towards the sofa. However, because of the high heels, she could not really walk straight. She was afraid that Matthew behind her would see her embarrassed look, so she felt more embarrassed. Finally, she found a seat. nca breathed a long sigh of relief.RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Chapter 146 A pretty girl Chapter 146 A pretty girl Overhead, the chandelier sparkled with brilliant light. nca sat on a couch quietly, looking at people pretty face. They were elegant, dignified and beautiful. nca was curious to know if Matthew ever loved one of them. He was so brilliant that nca didnt know who could ever be good enough for him. Maybe the girl he liked should be pretty, smart and from a rich family. At this thought, nca found herself good for nothing. Come to think of it, she felt a sense of sadness, but soon she caught a glimpse of those delicate desserts on the table, her eyes aze suddenly. She nned to leave the annoyance behind and enjoy the desserts. Fortunately, the dress she wore today was not very tight. So, nca didnt have to worry about eating too much. nca stood up and brought back two heaping tes of desserts. At the beginning, she nibbled daintily at her food in order to make a good impression, but not for long. The desserts were so delicious that nca began to gobbled them up. Oh, my god! nca! It was you! I cant believe it! Are you that hungry? You know what? You look like a beggar now! When nca was enjoying her food, a provocative voice came from above. She was familiar with the voice, the voice of Louise. nca was a little angry but she controlled her anger. There Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. were so many people here. And more than that, this was a very special day because she would meet Mr. Butlerter. nca looked up at Louise and her face broke into a radiant smile. Nice to meet you, Louise. Do you want some desserts? said nca, handing Louise her te. Louise stared at the te, flushed and angry. Then she looked at the girl next to her for support. And that was when nca noticed the pretty girl, who was wearing a long, flowing white gown. nca surveyed the girl. Undoubtedly, she was as pretty as a doll, her big eyes twinkling on her sweet face. She was so amazing that even nca couldnt get her eyes off her. The girl looked at nca with a wonderful smile. She held out a hand and said, Nice to meet you. Im Malinda, Malinda Roach. Let me guess, you are Matthews wife, nca, right? Upon hearing this, nca stood still with a puzzled look. What a coincidence. The girl shared the same Yes, Im nca. Nice to meet you, Malinda. She looked admiringly at Malinda. For some reason, nca felt less confident as she stood before Malinda, who seemed unapproachable. Dont be kind to her, Malinda! She doesnt deserve it! She was only a disrespectful peasant! said Louise, her face contorting with rage. But to her surprise, Malinda ignored her and turned to nca with a smile. Dont mind her words, nca. Louise is a bit short-tempered sometimes. In fact, she was easy to get along with, Malinda said. Upon this, a hint of a sneer yed about ncas lips. nca knew Louise well. Louise was not easy to get along with at all! What Malinda said seemed ridiculous, but nca didnt contradict her. I certainly dont mind it. Louise is Matthews sister. So, in the end, we are family. OK, thats good. Their conversation made Louise angrier. She tapped her foot in frustration and left with Malinda. Chapter 147 Malinda Chapter 147 Malinda nca sat still, staring after Malinda. In her eyes, Malinda was perfect. She was beautiful and elegant. How beautiful! she muttered. What are you looking at? said a voice behind her. Look! That girl is so amazing! nca said. Then she turned and saw Matthew standing close to her. Why are you here? nca asked with surprise. Matthew put his goblet on the table slowly and sat down beside nca on the couch. Why wouldnt I be here? he shot back. Dont get me wrong. I mean, I could take care of myself and dont worry about me. Just, uh, go ahead and do your things, said nca earnestly. She thought maybe Matthew worried about her, for she had nevere to a party like this before. Matthew said nothing and raised his eyebrows. This was one of his habitual moves, and even Matthew himself hardly noticed how fascinating the small gesture was. The couch was not very wide. nca and Matthew were so close to each other. Looking at Matthews handsome side face, nca felt her heart begin to pound faster. Take you to see Mr. Butler now? Matthew said suddenly. Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. Really? said nca, thoroughly taken aback. Her eyes were suddenly bright. She rubbed her pendant unconsciously, which she had worn since as long as she could remember. The pendant was very precious, for it was the only proof of her identity. nca looked at Matthew expectantly, her ck eyes gleaming. To Matthews surprise, he found himself almost paralyzed by her beauty. How old is Mr. Butler, Matthew? Is it OK in this dress? What doesnt he like? How do I introduce myself? Your wife or nca looked extremely nervous and kept harping on those questions, for Mr. Butler was a key figure in finding her parents. When nca was quite in the fidgets and rubbing her hands together, Matthew sat back upon the couch and asked, Are you nervous? Yes, nca admitted. Do you know how to introduce yourself now, nca? Eh? nca did not understand what he meant and looked doubtfully at him. Matthewughed and put his hand on ncas warm cheek and then his long fingers slid down her ear. In an instant, something electric flitted across ncas face and warmed her heart. She stared back at Matthew very still. In the silence she could hear only her very light breathing. They were so close to each other that nca could see his slender and dense eyshes clearly. Is he going to kiss me? nca thought, her heart beating so fast. Unconsciously, she pressed her lips together and close her eyes, waiting for a kiss. Youre not just nca. You are also my wife and Mrs. Grant, said a voice in ncas ear. nca opened her eyes and saw Matthew looking at her with a big smile. He tapped ncas forehead and teased her with a low, attractive voice, You thought I was trying to kiss you, didnt you? nca turned all red and embarrassed. No, Im not! said nca loudly. Chapter 148 Mr. Bulter was not in Chapter 148 Mr. Bulter was not in Matthew didnt continue their conversation. He stood up and said, Lets go! If the party begins, we will not have a chance to meet Mr. Butler in private again. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. nca nodded and got quickly off the couch. She tidied up her clothes to cover her nervousness. A hint of a smile touched Matthews lips. He liked to look at her when she got a little nervous. She was really funny and brought him so much fun. Matthew went in front, nca behind him obediently. As they walked, nca felt more and more nervous. The mystery of her birth would be revealed. At this thought, her palms were so sweaty. Before long, Matthew stopped before a door. nca had her eyes fixed on the door, as if her heart had leapt into her throat. Matthew knocked, but there was no sound. Hes not in? nca asked anxiously. She was nervous, confused and scared, different emotions entwined. Matthew frowned and knocked again. But in that moment, a sound ofughter came from the corridor. nca followed the sounds and saw Malinda and Louise walking towards them. Malinda drew level with them and said with a shining smile, Hi, Matthew. Why are you here? Do you want to see my grandpa? Her smile was really sweet and attractive, as if the sun came to shine on them. Yes. Is Mr. Butler here? Matthew knew Malinda but not very well. No, hes not here. He just left with someone, Malinda said. She smiled more widely and nca could see her white and pretty teeth. Malinda and Matthew stood close to each other. One was handsome and the other was beautiful. It seemed they were so well suited. Malinda looked at Matthew with eyes softly glowing. nca suddenly realized that Malinda loved Matthew! Well. We wille next time, said Matthew. He held ncas hand and turned to leave. Matthew! Malinda stopped them. If you have something important, I can pass your message on to Grandpa. No. Thank you, Matthew replied and kept walking. Just then, nca twisted her feet and Matthew held her hands tightly to steady her. nca felt the warmth of his hand. She hadnt seen Mr. Butler, but she didnt look depressed. She was sure that Matthew would fulfill her wish. Malinda stared after them and the smile vanished from her pretty face. Look at that perky little bitch, Malinda! Shes a thorough slut. I guess she has done everything she could to seduce Matthew. I have to admit that her methods were pretty good. Look, Matthew was totally smitten with her. By the way, have you noticed her pendant? It looks worth a lot of money, said Louise through clenched teeth. A pendant? Malinda asked in surprise. Her reaction struck Louise as odd. She said, Yes, a pendant. It is She described to Malinda the appearance of ncas pendant. Chapter 149 Went to the same school Chapter 149 Went to the same school nca followed Matthew down the stairs. She lowered her head and seemed to be deep in thought. Matthew looked at her with concern. He thought she was sad since she could not meet Mr. Butler this time. Okay, I know youre upset... he tried tofort her. Im not upset, for I know you are the kind of guy who will do what you have promised. It was because of my high heels, nca said. Her face broke into a radiant smile, full of the light of youth. For a while, Matthew couldnt get his eyes off her face. Then he gave a crisp yet dry cough and looked away. Well. Lets go. No sooner had they arrived on the first floor than two guests approached Matthew and they talked. Matthew was the chairman of the Empire Group. So, there were many guests who wanted to get acquainted with him. nca stood by his side quietly. To her surprise, someone came to greet her, I saw you walking with Mr. Grant just now. I guess you are his wife, nca. It is such an honor to meet you. Nice to meet you too, said nca politely. Louise, with her friends, entered the conversation too. nca talked to them with a polite smile. She knew she was not only nca, but also the wife of Matthew and Mrs. Grant. She could not disgrace the Grant family at this moment. However, just at that moment, a crisp voice came from nearby. Ah! nca! Is that really you? What are you doing here? nca followed the voice and saw a maid standing right in front of her. she recognized she was Helen, who went to the same high school with her. Where have you been all these years? I havent seen you for ages. I didnt expect to see you here. Oh my god! Your dress looked so expensive! Helen continued and the excitement in her voice was palpable. Malinda was surprised and couldnt help asking, You know nca? Yes, Miss Roach. I havent seen her in a long time. We went to the same high school, but she left the school afterward and no one knew where she was, Helen said excitedly. She was dressed in gray Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Khaki uniforms and wore an apron, her eyes bright with excitement. nca used to work in a restaurant with me. Oh, by the way, why are you here? At once everyone in the hall became silent. In fact, nca had openly admitted that she hadnt finished high school and had spent some time in juvie. Many people admired her courage at that moment, but things were diffident at this point. Some of them gave nca a contemptuous look. To everyones surprise, ncas face did not change. Instead, she smiled kindly. Its great to see you again, Helen! Im here for the party. Then she turned to Malinda and said, We indeed had gone to the same school, Malinda. Now she works for you. I hope you could give a hand if she needs. Sure, Malinda said. She looked at nca in surprise. In such a situation, nca did not look like she felt even just a little panic at all. On the contrary, she was unashamed to admit her past. The crowd of onlookers were rather impressed by her sincerity and walked away. Malinda took a look at nca, apparently lost in thought. nca was smarter than she thought. Sorry, Helen. Ive just got something to do first and I hope to see you again. nca said and took her by the hand. Helen had understood what was going on. She looked a little white and ashamed. Sorry, nca. I always say the wrong thing. Dont me yourself. You did nothing wrong. nca held her hand, trying tofort her. She didnt expect to see her here, but it was nothing special. She wouldnt and couldnt hide her humble origins. Even so, nca was a little depressed because of their contemptuous look. From then on, no one talked to her. Maybe they thought nca didnt deserve to be their friends. Chapter 150 See Peter again Chapter 150 See Peter again ncaughed to herself and sat alone on the couch. There were free meals and free drinks here. What she should do was to enjoy herself. But at this moment, a man suddenly stood next to her. nca was rather taken aback. While she turned her head and was surprised to find that the man was Peter. Peter did not recognize her at all. He came to the party and inadvertently, a beauty came in his sights. He was soon deeply attracted to her beauty by this quick glimpse. In his eyes, she eclipsed and predominated the whole party. So, Peter took a ss of wine from a waiter and walked toward nca, uncontrobly actually. Hi. Alone? What about having a drink with me? Peter said with a smile all over his face. nca felt funny at his words and broke intoughter. Dont you remember me, Peter? Weve met before, at the door of the Japanese restaurant, nca reminded. Peter looked round at nca, frowning. He tried to think back. Soon, his eyes widened as if he remembered something. nca noticed the surprised look on his face, her smile more brilliant. She patted him on his back and said, What a coincidence! I didnt know you are here. Oh my god. How could it be you? Peter gave nca a disappointed look and broke out into a sharp, querulous cry. He was expecting to fall in love with a beauty tonight, but nca broke into his daydream. When Peter looked nca up and down and noticed her overpriced dress, he was a little bit surprised. He originally thought that she was just a poor girl. So, uh, why are you here? asked nca. Peter didnt answer, his eyes fixed on nca. nca was not customed to being looked at like that. She was embarrassed for her dress was low-cut. She put her arms round her breast and threw him an annihting nce. Stop looking at me like that. Dont worry. Im not interested in your small boobs! Peter sneered and gave nca a contemptuous look. He held his goblet with azy half-smile, winning the attention of some girls. They beamed at him but he turned his head. What are you doing here? You looked shabby the other day, but now you are finely dressed and was able to join such a high-end party. I mean this is unbelievable, unless you married a rich guy, just like a gold digger? He continued, with augh. Gold digger? No, I nca didnt know how to exin it. So, she hastily changed the subject. So, why are you here? Peter smiled gently and crooked his finger at nca. He was at this time not merely good-looking but also attractive. nca didnt notice that. She leaned toward Peter and asked, Are you here because of some rich woman? What nonsense! Peter said and tapped ncas forehead. nca frowned and covered her forehead with pain. What are you talking about? I was invited today, Peter exined. Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. Oh, I dont believe it at all. They invited A-list celebrities only. You are just a poor painter who sold drawings on streets, nca said with a smile. You are really short-sighted. I sold my drawings on streets to experience ordinary life. Peter saw the confused look on ncas face, he continued, This is Mr. Butlers party, and I am his student, hisst student! Chapter 151 Learn to paint with Peter Chapter 151 Learn to paint with Peter Do you believe me now? Since you said you are interested in painting, perhaps I can teach you how to paint, Peter joked. Thats great, replied nca at once. Wait, are you serious? asked Peter in mild surprise. He didnt expect her to say yes so readily. He was thest pupil of Mr. Butler. Because of this, many girls, mostly art students, tried to approach him to look for some shortcut to increase their poprity. But he knew nca was totally different. Looking at the girl in front of him, young and innocent, Peterughed lightly, for nca trusted him so easily, without suspecting his intentions. In fact, as he thought, nca just wanted to learn something so she could draw better. She had seen Peters excellent skills and knew this might be a good opportunity to improve herself. nca looked adoringly at Peter and asked, Is what you said true? You learned from Mr. Butler? Are you sure you want to teach me? She liked drawing since she had been a child, but there was no opportunity to learn painting in a slum at all. Luckily, an old painter had lived next her home once. So, she had learned a superficial knowledge of painting from him, but he had moved away shortly after. Although she yearned to learn more, she had never got another chance. Of course, its true. Are you sure you are really interested in painting? said Peter. Sure enough! I really like drawing. Can you help me, Peter? nca looked expectantly at Peter, her eyes sparkling. Her family had been poor and couldnt afford her paintbrushes when she had been a kid. So, she had no choice but to teach herself to sketch with a pencil. After years of trying, she was good at painting portraits and drawing cartoon. Only when she was drawing, she could feel the joy in her heart. But, why should I help you when weve only met twice, Peter joked. Er nca was, for ack of a real reason, frozen. At this moment, she saw Matthew walked toward her. He looked like a gant prince in that white suit. Somehow, things went strange between the three Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. of them. In fact, Matthew had noticed Peter for a long time. While he watched how Peter and nca talked and the look in Peters eyes clearly. Matthew knew what the look meant; it meant love. Matthew smiled thinly and asked, Whos he, nca? nca could feel Matthews displeasure, looking like a small girl caught in wrongdoing. She looked at Matthew with a big smile, fawningly. He is Peter. Last time, we met at the door of a Japanese restaurant, said nca with a sort of guilty haste. Matthew looked darkly and meaningfully from nca to Matthew. Then he raised his eyebrow. nca felt her heart begin to pound even faster because she knew the expression so well. It meant he was angry. But of course, she didnt think Matthew was jealous. She thought perhaps she disgraced him. Maybe Matthew was under the delusion that she was flirting with a man. When Matthew saw her nervousness, all the anger in him went out. He put his arms around ncas shoulders and stared at Peter proudly, defiantly. Mr. Butler is your mentor? He is my mentor too. What a small world! he said. Ha-ha! I know you, Mr. Grant. Youre famous in Oakshire, said Peter, smiling. Chapter 152 Misunderstand Blanca Chapter 152 Misunderstand nca Matthew frowned and his arm around nca tightened a little. He gave Peter a curt nod and then looked at nca. Are you tired now? Lets go home, he said gently. But I nca said, avoiding Matthews eye. She took the hint that Matthew wanted to keep her away from Peter, but she was hesitant to obey him this time, for she really liked painting and didnt want to miss her chance. When she saw Peter give her a hearty wink, nca made a decision. She took a deep breath and Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. finally got the courage to say, Peter is thest student of Mr. Butler and hes willing to teach me. I must take this opportunity and l would like you to support me on this. nca said and shook his arm, trying to convince him. nca knew those words would probably upset Matthew, but she had no other choice in this matter, for painting was her dream. To her surprise, Matthew said, If you want to learn to paint, I can get you a better teacher, one of the most famous teachers. I could even try to convince Mr. Butler to teach you! So, now, we should go home first, nca. There was a hint of anger and majesty in his voice. Upon hearing this, ncas eyes were suddenly over bright, for Matthews words seemed a very enticing offer, but on second thought, she felt a few passing doubts. Matthew knew nothing about her dream, but Peter knew it! What if Matthew deceived her? What if he was just saying this to get her leave Peter? At this thought, nca looked down at the floor with disappointment, but she didnt have the courage to say no. She saw peopleing and going at the party and knew her identity. She was not only nca, but also the wife of Matthew and Mrs. Grant. She represented the honor of the Grant family at this moment. Im leaving now. See you next time, Peter, nca said, and managed a smile. Matthew noticed the disappointment on her face and misunderstood that nca hated to leave Peter. At this thought, Matthew looked at Peter coldly and frowned more deeply. His anger showed clearly in his face. Actually, he was good at hiding his emotions, but it seemed that he could not do that again after he was with nca. Come to think of it, even Matthew himself was surprised. He wondered if he fell in love with nca, but he immediately denied it. It was impossible for him, for he thought he just wanted to took advantage of her. As Matthew and nca walked out of the hall, a gust of cold wind stung ncas face. Her sleeveless dress was not enough against the cold weather. So, she hugged her arms against the chill. Her arms were white and delicate, which made Matthew want to feel how soft the skin was. He noticed that nca looked quite depressed. Are you missing Peter already? he sneered. What do you mean, Matthew? nca could make neither head nor tail of this question. All she thought about just now was how to get in touch with Peter. She needed to seize this opportunity to make her dreamse true. She had heard the sarcasm in his voice, but she didnt know why. Dont y dumb, nca. You know what Im talking about, but remember who you are! said Matthew sarcastically. Upon hearing this, nca was too incensed to speak. In order to vent his feelings, Matthew was trying to provoke nca. Peter is still there. If you want to go back, I wont stand in your way, he continued. Chapter 153 Go back to the party Chapter 153 Go back to the party There was a frigid contempt in Matthews tone. nca felt her cheeks grow red with sudden anger. It seemed that Matthew looked down upon her. Sure, she was poor and she never finished her high school, but she was not a gold digger. She wanted to be equal to Matthew someday. Well. If you say so, Matthew! I am going back to Peter. nca bit her lip tightly. Compared with Matthew, she was poor, ignorant and powerless, but she was not inferior. She signed the deal and got fake married, but strictly speaking, they were partners and she was independent. Actually, when Matthew had saved her bravely several days ago, nca had somehow felt a crush on him. But in this very moment, sheughed at herself just thinking about it, because Matthew always had a sense of superiority in front of her. Fine. Go ahead. Do whatever you want. Anger made Matthew say the words he didnt mean. The feelings made him ufortable. To be honest, he didnt know why he was so upset if nca meant nothing to him. Matthews words made nca angrier. OK! I will go back to the party! nca argued. Just then a wind sprang up. nca appeared to be more conscious in freezing cold wind. She gave Matthew a re and next second, she gathered up her dress and walked to the hall. Matthew was still standing in silence, staring after her. He could hardly believe it. He had never imagined he would say such things to nca. At the moment, his driver stopped the car in front of him and saw him standing there alone. Why did Mrs. Grant go back, Mr. Grant? Shall we wait for her? said the driver curiously. Dont worry about her. For Matthew, it was hard to keep his temper. So, he got in the car without any hesitation. Lets go! Matthewmanded coldly. Then, the car sped away. nca turned, and saw Matthews car whirl out of sight. Youre a jerk! said nca angrily, her fists clenching. She couldnt believe that Matthew just left her in the cold. At this thought, she turned scarlet with suppressed rage. For a while, nca stood in silence watching the hustle and bustle of the roads. Suddenly, her eyes were filled with tears. She refused Peters invitation, for she didnt want to put Matthew in an awkward position, but Matthew turned ungrateful. Youd better nevere back. nca said angrily and fought to keep her tears back. It was not worth being sad for his leaving, as she and Matthew werepletely different people. At this thought, she turned and strode straight into the hall. The party was wonderful and colorful, with lots of music, lots of Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. wine and lots of good times, but nca just didnt fit in. She looked around, blinking in the bright light, and watching the fun from a distance. After a while, she couldnt stand the noise. So, she walked out to get some air. Chapter 154 You’re so unreliable Chapter 154 Youre so unreliable She was very upset right now. Besides, she wore high heels all night and had sore feet. She held on to the wall to steady herself as she walked slowly. Just thinking about being left alone by Matthew, her discontent was increased. Youre so unreliable, Matthew, she murmured. She didnt have much money with her. So, she would most likely live on the streets this night. She dug around in her bag for money, looking extremely sulky. Miss, why do you stand here alone? Come on, have a drink with me, a mans voice said behind her. nca was startled. She turned, and saw a man standing behind her. He was in an expensive suit, with two sses of champagne in his hands. nca knew the people who came to the party were all dignitaries, so, she sure could not afford to offend him. She shook her head politely and said, Thank you, but I cant drink. The man looked displeased. No? Miss, are you kidding me? You know what? This is very insulting. nca frowned, for she knew she got a problem. She didnt like drinking with a strange man, but the man wasnt going to stop. Oh,e on. Look, one drink, OK? In one quick motion, the man gave nca a ss of champagne. nca did not have much experience of the world and didnt know how to deal with it at all. The man was in his early 30s and his clothes were all very expensive. nca didnt know his identity, but she knew she shouldnt get into trouble. She nodded and said, Well, just one drink. When she took a drink, the mans face broke into a sly grin. On the second-floor balcony, a pretty girl watched what happened to nca. That was Malinda and she looked really morous at this moment. She kept her eyes fixed on nca with a triumphant smile. What are you doing here, Malinda? Lets go dance, said a familiar voice from behind Malinda. She turned back and found Louise walking towards her. Louises bottom wiggled as she walked. She had been looking for Malinda downstairs for a long time and finally found her on the second floor. Louise was curious why Malinda stayed here, because Malinda liked noisy party but this floor was obviously a bit too quiet for her. Louise walked into the balcony, but Malinda got in front of her. She didnt want Louise to see what was happening to nca. She thought this was just not the right time. I felt a little boring and I need some fresh air, said Malinda with a smile. She sighed, and asked, Hows Matthews rtionship with nca, Louise? I remember you were very fond of him. As Malinda expected, anger shed in Louises dark eyes immediately. Louise had loved Matthew for a long time and had tried her best to seduce him, but she didnt expect nca to butt in. She hated nca, for nca took what might have been hers. She said through gritted teeth, Her name makes me sick! I hate that bitch. Her good days are numbered here anyway, because dumb luck always runs out. I believe Matthew will get sick of her soon. Malinda listened and a grin flitted across her face. She looked down at nca and thought the good part wasing up.RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Chapter 155 Get so drunk Chapter 155 Get so drunk nca gulped down a ss of champagne and immediately, her head was swimming. nca found it difficult to remain standing. How could anyone get so drunk on one champagne? An awful smile came over the mans face as he saw nca was dizzy. Then his arms went around her waist and said, Youre drunk, miss. You should get some rest. While he took her by the waist, his spirits took flight. He was not a big sess and was always looked down upon by others, but he felt lucky tonight, for he got such a beauty. No thanks. Id like to leave now. ncas head throbbed and she tapped her forehead, trying to keep her mind fresh, but it was in vain. Gradually, in her eyes, the mans body turned fuzzy. She had no idea why she was so drunk. At this moment, she thought of Matthew and thought it was his fault. nca shook her head to gather her wits. She was Matthews wife, so, she didnt want Matthew to use her of getting too close to other men and didnt want to piss him off. But the man kept on pestering her. He took her arm and tried to pull her up the stairs. Youre pretty wasted right now, miss. Dont worry. Ill take care of you, he urged. There were lots of empty rooms in the Country Garden. It was easy to find an avable room. By then, he could do whatever he wanted with nca. He began to tremble with excitement at the thought. nca was so pretty. Especially after drinking, there were bright pink patches on her cheeks and her eyes grew tender. Her lips looked soft and supple and her skin was wless and smooth, which aroused the mans sexual desire. Dont touch me! nca shouted. She couldnt stand anyone touching her, especially Todd. The Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. thought of Todd made her sick. When she had been harassed by Toddst time, it was Matthew who saved her. But where was Matthew right now? Well, so you want to do it the hard way, huh? Come upstairs with me, bitch! You know what? Today is your lucky day. Youll be in no trouble as long as you have sex with me. All you have to do now is stay quiet, or I will seriously hurt you. While nca was going to faint, a gust of cold wind blew on her and she appeared to be more conscious. She knew a ss of champagne couldnt get her so drunk. The man must have added something to the wine. At this thought, a wave of anger came over her. Without hesitation, she lifted her leg and kicked him in his penis with all her might. Ouch! Immediately, the air was pierced by the mans squeals of pain. His scream woke nca up a little. She found everyone turning to look at her. She was embarrassed. Soon, there was an outbreak of muttering at this. Oh my God! She is Mrs. Grant! Why is she still here? I just saw her leave with Mr. Grant. I think the two of them are having an affair. Unbelievable. Look, she is so pretty, I never thought she is such a slut. nca heard the words and the scowl on her face deepened. She was the victim but others muddied up the situation. Chapter 156 A terrible insult Chapter 156 A terrible insult All the guests were celebrities. They were all richly and beautifully dressed, but nca found them disgusting. Son of a bitch! Youre trying to seduce me first! You are totally a whore! the man yelled angrily with his hands sped over his crotch, howling in pain. The man looked surprise at ncas strength. She looked pretty and weak, so he used to think that it was easy enough to conquer her. nca embarrassed him in front of everyone. Anyhow, he couldnt swallow this rising anger. He stared at nca, his eyes glowing with a baleful light. He swooped suddenly at nca and grabbed her by her dress. nca was obviously caught off guard and tried to escape. At this moment, her dress was torn. There was a gasp from the crowd. The situation seemed a bit out of control for this Mrs. Grant. nca could feel her dress slipping. She looked at all the faces surrounding her in panic, and her hand went clutching at her bosom. Louise stood in the crowd gloating over nca, sniggering. Just when nca was getting desperate, Matthew ran up to her. And then immediately, he held her in his arms. Are you OK, nca? said Matthew, looking at her with concern. ncay quietly in his arms and could feel his warmth. She was safe finally and tears started falling out of her face. This is all your fault, Matthew! You left me here alone. Why youve been so furious at me, even if Ive done nothing wrong! nca sobbed. Matthew was speechless and gently pat her back. She was so tiny in his arms. Somehow, all the anger in him went out. If he hade a littleter, nca would suffer even worse. At this thought, Matthew gave a sudden sh of anger. Dont worry. Its okay. You look ugly when you cry, said Matthew soothingly, drying her tears gently. Everyone was struck dumb at the scene. In their mind, Matthew, the chairman of the Empire Group, was cold and relentless. It never urred to them that Matthew had a softer side. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. This jerk freaked me out! This is all your fault. nca was sobbing. She was actually feeling a little dizzy because of the ss of champagne. And now she was eager for the sense of security in Matthews arms and didnt want to leave his arms. They didnt even notice that there was a guy in the corner recording video of them. Its my fault. Im sorry, said Matthew. Then he nced sideways at the man, who was responsible for ncas suffering. He beckoned to his bodyguards and said coldly, Take him to the police station. The man was frightened out of his wits. He begged, Please dont do this, Mr. Grant. I didnt know she is your wife. If I had known, I would never have hit on her. Especially, you dont have to broke with me only for a woman. Upon hearing this, Matthews anger red again. Fuck off! he snarled. Then the man was dragged away. Chapter 157 Don’t cry Chapter 157 Dont cry Dont cry, OK? Looking down at his sobbing wife, Matthew did not know how to soothe her. nca was really drunk. She felt dizzy and hot. She even forgot that she was still at the party. She raised her head and fixed her eye on Matthews handsome face, with her cute, sad eyes, like there was no one else in the hall. Dont leave me again, Matthew! Or I will tell everyone your secrets, she said. Matthew didnt speak. He smiled a little and lifted nca, leaving the Country Garden. Most guests stared after them with envy. There was much talk after they left. This is unbelievable. Mr. Grant was so protective of Mrs. Grant. God, Mr. Grant is so nice and tender. I wish I had a husband like him. Mrs. Grant is so lucky. Ive heard Mr. Grant has mysophobia, but I knew it was just nonsense when I saw how Mrs. Granty in his arms and cried. Oh, yes of course! They are husband and wife. Louise was white with rage to hear that. In her memory, Matthew had never been so nice to anyone, including her. She thought nca didnt deserve it at all. nca! murmured Louise through clenched teeth. Malinda understood some of her moods. She took her hand and said, Dont worry, Louise. Matthew will fall in love with you sooner orter. Louises eyes brightened and she asked hastily, What do you suggest we do? To her disappointment, Malinda shook her head. In fact, Malinda had a hand in what just happened to nca. She had encouraged the man, but she didnt expect him to fail. Come with me, Louise. I have to tell you something, Malinda said with a big smile. Then she took Louise into her bedroom and locked the door. Louise was curious about Malindas mysterious smile, but she was d Malinda trusted her so much. Malinda was Ernests granddaughter and both Grant family and Butler family loved her very much. As Ernest was Matthews mentor, Louise had been yed with Malinda since her childhood. You told me nca has a pendant, right? Have you seen it? Malinda asked with a smile. She was more ravishing when she smiled. Louise nodded and gave detailed reports about ncas pendant. Theres still one thing that I cannot understand. The pendant looks quite valuable. How could nca have it? She came from some slum. Oh, wait. I almost forgot. Your grandpa is an expert in jade. A slight smile broke on Malindas lips. Grandpa is very interested in jade. So, I hope you can find a way to get ncas pendant. I want it, she said. Why do you want it? Louise asked curiously. Grandpa loves collecting fine jade. So, I want to give it to him, Malinda lied. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Louise didnt see through her and agreed without any hesitation. She was anxious to please Malinda. Moreover, it was not a problem for her to get ncas pendant. Chapter 158 I love… Chapter 158 I love By this time, Matthew and nca were on a highway. nca fell asleep in Matthews arms. She was drunk, but she did not sleep too well. Why did you marry me, Matthew? nca muttered. She was really drunk, and didnt know what she was saying and doing. She put up her hand on Matthews shoulder while she was lying in his arms. In her sleep, she couldnt figure out why Matthew always showed up when she needed help. Did he fall in love with her? At this thought, her hand slid down his shoulder to his abdomen and fondled him. And more than that, she seemed to try to put her hand in Matthews shirt. Do you know what youre doing, nca? Matthew reminded. He had a peculiar sensation while ncas soft hand rubbed on his abdomen. In fact, he never had a crush on any women, but he couldnt figure out why he felt different about nca. I feel so hot, nca said and pouted. Her cheeks were flushed. When Matthew looked at her, he felt his heart begin to pound faster. nca was restless in the car and tried to get out of her dress all the way. Matthew turned up the partition panel of his car, in case his driver saw it. Then he put his coat over her. The car stopped and then Matthew heard the drivers voicesing from ahead, Here we are. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Matthew tried to get off, but nca still seized him around the waist tightly. Get your hands off me, nca, said Matthew seriously. No. Just let me hug you! nca murmured. She was not sober at this moment. Then she opened her eyes, her eyes shining like a diamond. Matthew opened the door and a cool breeze stirred dress. nca wore Matthews big coat, which made her look even smaller. She looked expectantly at Matthew and said, Hug me out of the car. Matthew looked at her, her eyes pure and innocent, like a little girl. No, dont even think about it, said Matthew quite coolly. In his view, nca had finally gone too far this time and he was already very patient. ncas request was met with a t refusal. She pouted prettily at him, trying to force out a tear. He was so cold hearted that he wouldnt hug her out of the car. This thought made nca even sadder. When they were still staring at one another, frozen, the driver reminded, It was windy outside, Mr. Grant. Youd better take Mrs. Grant home as soon as possible. Or Mr. Grantll catch cold. Matthew nced at the driver and thetter quickly shut up in silence. Matthew shrugged his shoulders and slowly bent down, holding nca up. I do this once and once only, he whispered in her ear. The girl had stepped out of line this time. Matthew thought, if she hadnt been drunk, he would never indulge her like this. nca threw her arms around his neck and grinned with much satisfaction. Sofortable, she said. While Matthew entered, Mrs. Brown was busy in the kitchen. Hearing the noise, she walked into the parlor, and saw Matthew walking in with nca in his arms. Sheughed and asked, Is Mrs. Grant asleep, Mr. Grant? Matthew nodded andmanded, Took something to sober her up a bit. OK, Mr. Grant. Then Matthew carried nca upstairs. nca was slim but she kept moving in his arms. So, gradually, Matthew felt his arms aching. He threw the drunk girl on the bed when he went into the bedroom. nca hadnt woken up yet and stretched out on the bed. Matthew frowned and covered her gently with a nket. Then he walked quietly out of her room. He smelled alcohol on his shirt. So, he took a bath and changed his shirt. nca didnt sleep well. You jerk, Matthew! Why do you have to be so handsome? You are handsome and rich. No wonder so many girls like you! Especially Louise, she loves you! I know it! nca grumbled in her dreams. At this moment, Matthew had had a bath and walked in. nca continued to talk in her sleep, Matthew, I love Chapter 159 Who did she love? Chapter 159 Who did she love? To, Matthews surprised, the word love made him a bit nervous. Matthew, you know what? I love nca continued. Who did she love? Somehow, Matthew was eager to know the answer. He strode straight to ncas bedside. He leaned toward her, putting his mouth close to her ear. What do you want to say, nca? he asked in a low voice. nca got such a fright that she raised her hand to p him. Fortunately, Matthew ducked but he turned a sullen face, for no one dared to hit him growing up. Wake up, nca! He said, anger shing in his dark eyes, but nca didnt respond, which made Matthew even angrier. He pulled her to sit up and said, Dont sleep! nca got a little mad. She slowly opened her eyes and shouted, Who are you! Fuck off! In a daze for a second, Matthew was pale green by now. His wife was rather sharp this evening. She was exact opposite of what she usually was. Usually, she was as meek as amb. nca stared at him suspiciously for a moment. Her cheeks were flushed and there was a soft luminous look in her eyes. Why do you look so much like Matthew? He is a jerk! A tyrant! Worse than that, he likes to bully me! nca said and gave him a little pinch on his face. How can you be so handsome? I see! You must have had stic surgery. You left me alone at the party. You need to pay for what youve done! I am going to take revenge, said nca through clenched teeth. How? Matthew asked. ncas words seemed to amuse him. nca smiled and crooked her little finger at him. Then she leaned on Matthews shoulder and murmured, Someday, Ill sell him. He is so handsome. God! This is going to bring a pretty penny. nca was so drunk that she continued to talk gibberish. Matthews face was darkened with anger. He pushed her away and caught a glimpse of a ss of water on a table. Suddenly, his face broke into a sly smile. He picked up the ss and sshed the cold water on ncas face. Immediately, water was streaming down her cheeks. She froze for a while and then she wiped her face. Is it raining? she asked in surprise. Then she fell into the bed and fell asleep very soon. Matthew was still amazed by how quickly she slept. Looking at her, all the anger in him went out. He could hear nca breathing steadily. Her long, flowing hair straggled in wisps about her face. She was Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. slender and pretty. Matthew seemed hardly to take his eyes off the girl. After looking at her for a long time, Matthew left the room. Chapter 160 Who changed her clothes? Chapter 160 Who changed her clothes? The warm, early morning sun flooded into the room. nca opened her eyes slowly. Matthew was not here. nca knew he must have gone for a run as always. nca really admired his perseverance. He always could find time to run, even he had a quite busy work to do. Suddenly, she remembered what had happened the day before, but something important she had forgot, for example, how did she get home? Obviously, she came back during a ckout. Then she looked down and found herself wearing a set of pajamas. Ah! she eximed, looking shocked. She clearly remembered that she had worn a dressst night. Who changed her clothes? Matthew?! What a jerk! A wave of anger came over nca when she thought that maybe Matthew had seen her naked body while she was drunk. She ran down the stairs, her eyes burning. Just then, Matthew came back, with a towel on his neck. He looks younger and more energetic in a sports suit. He failed to notice ncas anger and said, Good morning. nca felt her throat tighten at his gentle tone. Anyway, she had to give vent to her anger. She summoned what remained of her courage and stepped up to him. She raised her hand and nned to seize him by the cor, but she stopped, for she didnt have the guts to do it. There were small beads of moisture on Matthews face, trickling down to his cor and neck, which made him look sexier nca withheld her hand and asked, II got to ask you something, Matthew! Go ahead, Matthew said curtly. The moment he remembered what she had saidst night, he was looking stony-faced. Matthew casual attitude made nca angrier. She had thought he would feel a little guilty for seeing her naked body without her consent, but it turned out that he was not even sorry to her. Spit it out, said Matthew impatiently, watching her. She didnt want others to know it. So, she looked around uneasily and found they were alone in the parlor. She lowered her voice. Well,st night, um, you changed my pajamas? Matthew, you are way out of line. I was so drunk! How could you do that to me? You are one nasty prick! Matthew sniggered and shot her a contemptuous look. Dont you look at yourself in the mirror this morning? Look at your small boobs. Im not attracted to you, Matthew sneered. How can you say that? ncas face was flushed with fury. She looked down at her chest, which made her feel bad about her body. Next second, she looked up at Matthew and continued, Dont Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. change the subject, Matthew! You must have taken advantage of me while Im drunk. There were lots of news in Oakshire about how some men took women home and raped them while they were drunk,. At this thought, nca kept a wary eye on Matthew. Matthew looked at her and thought her words very funny. In fact, Mrs. Brown had taken something to sober her upst night, but nca had been asleep already. Mrs. Brown found her dress wet, so she put nca in her pajamas. Matthew didnt tell her the truth for he wanted to make fun of her some more. He leaned toward her and said in a low voice, What you said might be true. Tell me the truth! Did you do it? nca asked, looking a little anxious. Chapter 161 Get Some Help Chapter 161 Get Some Help I did it. Matthew suddenly wanted to make fun of her, and found her look unbelievably cute when she blew her top. Heid a hand on ncas shoulder and sighed suggestively. If you could get up so early today, seems like I need to go a few more times next time. Hearing him, nca jolted, then her expression grew shocked as she stared at Matthew in disbelief, eyes reddening. Matthew Grant, you bastard! You touched me without my permission C thats molestation, thats forcing yourself on me, y-you She grew more and more resentful. She didnt feel it at all. Didnt novels say that you got sore all over and couldnt get out of bed after that kind of thing? How could she not know thinking about it, though, ncas gaze turned thoughtful. Dont lie to me, Matthew, you didnt touch me at all! Oh? Matthew was a little shocked. A dummy like nca could actually find out what happened. nca suddenly leant close and pped Matthew on the shoulder. No need to pretend, Ive got it now. Youre not functioning there, arent you? Thats why you didnt have any women for so many years and married me to ward them all off. But dont worry. I know better than to tease you just for that, and this is nothing. I wont spill it! Still though, dont keep it to yourself. Go. Get some help. nca!! Matthew almost bellowed. Forget her trying to make a gigolo of him yesterday, now she was calling him impotent. Enough was enough. Matthew suddenly pressed nca against the wall, and the scent of his male hormones approached her nostrils, as his lips almost touched her ear and he breathed, Whether Im functioning or not C want to test it out again? Pervert! nca hammered her little fists against Matthews body. It didnt hurt, but Matthew frowned, looked down at ncas shy face, and suddenly bit down on her small earlobe. Aaaahhh Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. nca felt a surge of electricity and went from thumping Matthews chest to grabbing his cor Mrs. Brown heard themotion, ran out, and jumped. Whats happened? Nothing you need to concern yourself with, Mrs. Brown. Go on. Matthews abdomen tightened and he regted his breathing, already having been pushed off by nca. Matthew shot a look at Mrs. Brown, then turned around and saw ncas eyes red. Her fists were clenched as if hiding something, and a bit of abnormal emotion passed through Matthews heart. Matthew, how could you! How cold you kiss me without my permission?! nca pouted. Weve already done it, so whats with just one kiss? nca blinked and seemed about to cry the next moment, shed been taken advantage of, so how could Matthew talk like this? She sniffled, then heard him say, If I really had touched you, do you think you wouldnt have felt it? W-what do you mean? nca blinked, then reacted, joy passing across her face. You mean you didnt touch me after all? With her red eyes paired with her smile, she looked adorable. Even Matthew could not take his eyes off her. Mrs. Brown changed your clothes, he added, seeing her doubt. so that was what it was! Pfft! ncaughed out loud with her eyes still red. So shed misunderstood him. Could have just said that. Chapter 162 Didn’t Touch Her Chapter 162 Didnt Touch Her Heh, heh heh heh Embarrassed. She was so embarrassed she wanted to find a crack in the ground and crawl in. nca swallowed and smiled pleasingly. Sorry, I misunderstood. I knew you were a good person, Matthew! People like you, er all well-dressed and well-mannered and good-looking, you couldnt do anything to take advantage of someone while their guard was down. I was too blind to see it! Listening to her apology, Matthew found the first half normal, but something seemed off the more he Content property of N?velDra/ma.Org. got back. At the end, his face sank. Youre blind, you say? Matthew growled. So blind she married him? Huh? nca hadnt realized anything was off and she looked at Matthew, a bit confused, not taking what he meant even after a whole minute. Whether she was blind or not had nothing to do with this man. Wasnt he butting in too much? Since youve misunderstood me, how do you n to make it up to me? This damn man. Matthew really was a merchant who squeezed you for everything you had at every waking moment. nca couldnt help but roll her eyes, but anyway, she was under his roof so she had to y by his rules. She bit her lip and swallowed a jab. Up to you. Ill do anything you want. So long as she hadnt been taken advantage of, that was fine. Really. Anything? A smile drifted up on Matthews lips. nca jolted. Somehow, she felt like that smile had strange intentions But she couldnt take back her words, so she nodded. nca nodded seriously. Right after she nodded, Matthew smiled like a fox and looked somewhat contemptuously at ncas body, stroking his chin and leering, Dont you women love to offer your bodies? Since thats the case, you can pay me back with your body. You greasy slimeball, Matthew Grant! nca spat, narrowing her eyes. Ill promise you everything else but that. But thats what I want. Matthew wasnt taking a shine to her, was he? As she considered that possibility, ncas heart suddenly sped up, and her gaze started to drift If If Matthew really liked her Kidding. A beansprout like you? I have standards. While nca was still conflicting, Matthew suddenly spoke, left her there in a daze, and went upstairs to change. The living room was left empty with nca alone. Youre the beansprout! Your whole family are beansprouts! Madam, breakfast is ready. The beansprouts they sent over from the old house is so fresh Mrs. Brown was readying breakfast and spoke when she saw nca standing there out of sorts in the living room. Im not eating beansprouts, Mrs. Brown! Not for as long as I live! nca snapped. Mrs. Brown blinked, then burst intoughter. Dont hold it against the young master, madam. He just has a mouth on him he really does care for you. He didnt just carry you backst night, he even had me make you a hangover tea and change your clothes, just in case you didnt sleep well Mrs. Brown had never seen the young master care so much for anyone so much. With the young master having found someone he liked, of course she was happy for him. Hearing what Mrs. Brown said, nca flinched. Was Mrs. Brown telling the truth did he really care for her? There came a noise from upstairs. Matthew had finished changing and came down in a delicate suit. Chapter 163 Dream Lover Chapter 163 Dream Lover On the way to the office, ncas head was down, and it was hard to tell what she was thinking. Was she unhappy about what happened in the morning? The car coasted along steadily, and Matthew suddenly spoke. nca. What? Just say it. nca was still holding beansprout against Matthew, and didnt wear a favorable expression. Matthew, though, was in a good mood. He suddenly felt like a morning like this had its charms. He was dealing with work and did not realize he had called her name. Faced with her cold attitude, he was a little displeased. Remember what you saidst night? Huh? Did I say something? Matthew didnt say anything else. nca couldnt help but look up at him. He seemed busy, dealing withpany emails on his iPad even while sitting in the car. He looked so pretty the way he bent his head over work. The sunlight drew out the outlines of his handsome face. Its not cool saying things halfway, Matthew? Matthew was dealing with work, but it was a bit clogged in his chest. He suddenly lifted his head at ncas words, his expression serious. I didnt touch you. right. Hadnt he exined it before? nca didnt get it and shot a dubious look at Matthew. At that moment, her junior sent her a text. nca had told her that shed sent her the designed emotes tonight. She also remembered Peters invitationst night, and couldnt help but tap on Peters icon. How was she supposed to start Matthew waited a while and didnt hear ncas reply, so he looked over and saw her opening a conversation on her phone. Who are you talking to? Peter. He invited mest night, didnt he? I think this is a good chance nca was wracking her brains on how to speak to Peter, and didnt pay too much attention to Matthews words. By the time she reacted, she could feel the temperature in the room dropping. Er She promised Matthew not to go, didnt she? Remember who you are, nca! Matthew took away her phone straight away. Hey! Im married to you, not sold to you. What makes you think you can take my phone? Yes, you do remember youre married to me now, Matthew chuckled, looking over the conversation. nca had sent Peter a friendly emote. She hadnt even sent him one! Matthew grinned. Youre my wife off work, so your time is mine, but dont forget, youre my employee at work, so your time is mine too. That doesnt even make any sense! Never had there been anyone so shameless! But for the money and for finding her parents, she could bear it. nca took a few deep breaths and calmed down, reaching out with a hand. Give me my phone. I will when we reach the office. Tyrant! She really had been blind the past few days. How had she taken a liking to him? Feeling like he was a dream lover for all women what kind of dream lover needed a punch to the face this badly? nca closed her eyes and didnt speak any more. Matthew swallowed what hed been about to say as well. Hed wanted to tell nca that nothing had happened the first night theyd met, but now, he suddenly didnt want to. On the way back, nca snuck nces at Matthew, trying to get her phone back, which was pressed under his thigh. Shed just texted Peter. What if he texted back? Buzz. The phone vibrated while nca was frowning and thinking of a way out of it. Peter must have replied! nca stared even more resentfully at Matthew, as if hed parted her from her own arm. When he noticed her baleful gaze, Matthews lips curved. Let her stew. He wasnt giving the phone Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. back now, anyway. Matthew! Were almost there. You can give my phone back now. With the car several hundred meters away from the office, nca suddenly spoke and took the opportunity to sprawl all over Matthew, trying to get the phone back. Her movement was entirely unexpected, and Matthew didnt have the time to react! Especially with nca lying over him, her ck hair brushing his face, bringing up a curious sensation. Do you know what youre doing, nca? Matthew gaped. He was lying at the back of the car, with ncas torso draped fully on his leg. He could even feel her softness pressing against his thigh. This woman had no self-awareness at all. Sure I do. Taking back whats mine, again! nca giggled. The next moment, her soft little hand had slid the phone out from under Matthews thigh. With contact made, nca simply smiled happily, not realizing how seductive her motions were. To get the phone out, her hand brushed against Matthews Chapter 164 Surrounded by Reporters Chapter 164 Surrounded by Reporters Matthews eyes went dark. Hah, got it! The next moment, nca had stood bolt upright, ying around with the phone. Matthew felt a heat in his body. Damnit, he actually swooned over a girl? And a girl who C was nothing like hot or anything like that. Matthews gaze swept past the slight swell of ncas chest, while nca remained unaware. Peter had sent her a text, asking Whats up? Of course something was up. Something grand to do with her future. nca beamed and was about to reply when she felt a shift in the atmosphere. A band of shadows seemed to appear before her Shed thought it was Matthew, but when she lifted her head, she saw countless cameras levelled straight at her outside the car window! Shoot- nca had never seen a scene like this and almost dropped her phone. She jolted, then found that all the people with cameras and microphones out there were reporters. Wh-what are they doing? nca swallowed, looking at Matthew beside her. Matthews face didnt register anything else. He seemed used to such things. What should we do, sir? The driver hesitated. It wasnt that he hadnte across situations like this, but normally, he just drove the car straight to the underground garage, where reporters seldom followed. But Matthew wasnt nning on that this time. He looked at the reporters outside. Not too many of them, really. About twenty or so men and women, every one of them hyped to dig up news. If they wanted news, hed give it to them. No need to drive over. Well get out here, Matthew said. The moment he finished, he heard nca stammer, Lets not go down there, Matthew, we could just hide out here But Matthew had made a decision, and who could change that? His hand was already at the door Hey If he wanted to die, he didnt need to drag her with him. A dark cloud passed over ncas head and she saw Matthew go around the back of the car. The reporters seemed to respect Matthew somewhat enough not to try anything, even making a path for him. Matthew was in a blue striped suit today, which made him even more elegant, even though his eyes were still cold. He walked to ncas side, pulled out the door, and held out his arm. nca froze and went flushed. But even though she hadnt experienced much of life, shed been educated, and knew that this wasnt the time to back down. So she took a deep breath and took his arm. As the two walked out holding hands, the reporters exploded! Yesterdays internal news was true, looked like. Matthew really did pamper this Mrs. Grant. The two looked pretty and a fit match, and the cameras snapped away. The reporters were overjoyed, Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. headlines for tomorrow long ready in their head! Mr. Grant, is your rtionship with your wife good? Someone seemed to capture your wife being harassed yesterday, is that true or a rumor? Mrs. Grant, Mr. Grant is the wealthiest man of Oakshire, and so many women had wanted his hand in marriage. Please tell us your thoughts on marrying him! Theyd wanted to ask all those questions at announcement, but due to their fear of Matthews threatening presence, they hadnt dared ask anything. Now, it seemed like Matthew was in a good mood, so they were following that string to its end. nca was overwhelmed by the series of questions. Shed forgotten everything aboutst night, and hadnt remembered anything this morning, but with the reporters asking about it, images shed through her mind. A man in his thirties had toasted her, and shed gone unconscious after one ss of champagne Then she seemed to have made a scene, and Matthew saved her?! She had no impression of that. Wait, Matthew signaled at the reporters, then patted ncas head soothingly, his expression gentle. How about you exin to them what happenedst night, nca? Chapter 165 We Argued Chapter 165 We Argued Exin? nca looked at Matthew, displeased. This petty man. One word from him, and would these reporters still dare linger? He just wanted to see her make a fool of herself. Well, she wouldnt! Lets calm down, everyone. As for everything you want to know, how about we talk about it in the meeting room? nca looked calmly at the reporters. She looked harmless, but was dealing with the reporters situation so casually. A few of them were beginning to look at her differently. Coming across something like this, normally people either hid away or panicked, and fiercer ones threw tantrums at the reporters. There werent that many who could remain as collected as nca and even wee the reporters into thepany to speak. This young woman had cojones. No wonder Matthew took a shine to her! Murmurs came from the crowd and Matthew cocked an eyebrow. He hadnt said anything because he wanted to see how nca would deal with this! If she couldnt even handle this much, she didnt deserve to be the wife of the chairman. nca pretended he hadnt heard the conversations from the rest and had Curtis make everyone tea, then led them all to the meeting room! With all thosemands, she just seemed to notice Matthew beside her, and stuck her tongue out. You dont mind me using your meeting room, do you, Mr. Grant? I do mind. Matthew said coldly. This woman was really treating thepany like she owned it, wasnt she? Using it so freely. Thinking of how eagerly shed waited for news from Peter, and now how friendly she was with the reporters, Matthew felt his chest close up. Forget about Peter, in ncas eyes, but he wasnt even on the level with these reporters whose names they did not even know. Matthews face darkened further and further. nca, the meeting room is forpany business only. I wont allow you to use it for your personal affairs. Hed sold the loving husband and wife show before the reporters, and now he was giving her lip? ncas smile froze at the corner of her lips. You couldnt count on anyone these days Its not just my private affairs, is it, Mr. Grant? nca sneered and approached Matthew, squinting at him and threatening, If you dont want me to use it, fine. We can have those reporters wait in the room. Its time for work anyway, and I need to clock in. As for how theyll write about the Empire Group disrespecting the media, its not something I have a say over. nca chuckled, making as if she wanted to leave. Looking at her brisk attitude, Matthews brow worried. He couldnt very well allow the good name of the Empire Group to be ruined by some yground-level move by nca C or how childish would this be! You have ten minutes to clean this up, got it? Matthew said that and left. So he wasnt nning on getting involved in the meeting? ncas eyes darkened. Shed relied on herself since growing up, or she couldnt have survived, so even if Matthew left her out to dry, she wouldnt mind. nca hummed a little tune on the way to the meeting room. The crowd of reporters in there were getting impatient. Sure, the wife of the chairman looked nice and had prepared them some tea! But they werent here for tea! Sorry to keep you waiting, everyone. Let me exin to you all what happenedst night. nca walked in thinking nothing of it, stood in the center of the meeting room, and examined her surroundings. Actually, Mr. Grant and I argued yesterday, and he left me alone in the party. Pffft- Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Just as nca finished, Curtis, who was in the meeting room as well, spat out his mouthful of water. Chapter 166 Way to Cook up a Story, Blanca Chapter 166 Way to Cook up a Story, nca Hahaha... Wasnt it a bit shocking nca said that the chairman had left her alone at the party? Was she sure she wasnt trying to ruin the chairmans reputation? On the other hand, Curtis suddenly felt a sharp stare at him so he stoppedughing. Whats so funny? Why dont you continueughing? Matthew nced at Curtis with his profound eyes. He didnt have a pleased look on his face. In the surveince footage, nca was already speaking boldly and freely. Well, Mr. Grant... If I may say this, perhaps you would want to go meet the journalists with Mrs. Grant instead of hiding here checking it out through the security cameras. Curtis said, seemingly with no understanding of why Matthew did so. Matthew dragged him here immediately after he had entered the office. Curtis thought he would be there to protect nca. But for some reason, Matthew decided to pull him into the chairmans office. In addition, Matthew had ordered him to pull up the real-time surveince video of the conference room. Whats with all that BS, Curtis? Do you miss Africa? No, no, no... Mr. Grant, please dont. I am still getting over with the tan I gotst time. Hearing Matthews obvious threat, Curtis went silent and felt like weeping but had no tears. Seeing nca on screen looking skinny and beautiful, but speaking freely and lively, Curtis had to hold back hisugh. nca didnt have a clue that she was observed by Matthew the entire time. She wiped her tears away figuratively, In fact, Matthew treats me well... But mimunications between a married couple are unavoidable. No one would know that someone woulde out of nowhere and try to harass me as soon as he had left... That was so scary. The journalists were taking notes while they listened to nca sharing this unfortunate experience in tears. nca was from humble origins but she didnt fear authorities and powers. She stood up for herself even though her husband was of noble birth. nca was a role model for women in the new era! But fortunately Matthew came back to my rescue because he got worried about me! Finally, the journalists understood the context of the whole incident and they were surprised - It seemed that Mr. Grant had a warm heart underneath the disguise of his cold face. Miss Roach, can you please tell us how Mr. Matthew Grant proposed to you? For this, I am sorry, since we both preferred to keep this a secret between us.. Anyway, Matthew did try his best. Lets switch the focus of our conversations to thepanys work and development. nca was acting like a trophy wife in a shy and pretty posture. ...Watching nca almost turn it into a gossipy tea party, Curtis couldnt stand it anymore - If this went on, it would hurt Matthews reputation. Mr. Grant, do you need me to... Its not necessary. Matthew squinted his eye, with a slight of anger on his face. No one had ever defamed him in public like that, and what made it worse was that at this moment he could not rush out there and tell the others that nca wasnt telling the truth. No matter what she said, Matthew had to push through and endure it. Seeing Matthew get up and take off, Curtis finally burst intoughter bending over the desk. At that moment, Matthew was walking towards the conference room. And by coincidence, Louise Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. walked by and saw him - Where was her workaholic elder brother Matthew going? He barely got out of his office during working hours. Did this have to do with that nca? Thinking so, Louise got seriously envious so she immediately followed along! nca looked at the journalists who had asked her challenging questions, she smiled with a gentle shyness, Matthew cares about thepany a lot. And as his wife, the least I could do is to cause him less trouble. So please go easy on us. nca sounded so humble - It had be more challenging for these journalists to ask tricky questions again. So it seemed that Mrs. Grant was looking out for Mr. Grant? We do have onest question, Mr. Grant - Last night Mr. Grant was so protective of you at the cocktail party, we assume you two must be so affectionate about each other? Chapter 167 Affectionate About Each Other Chapter 167 Affectionate About Each Other Yes, we are... In life, we are a perfect fit for each other. nca was all smiley, of course, she knew what the journalists were fishing for. nca seemed a bit shy but still at ease in the end, We are crazy about each other, whether its in or outside the bedroom. Thank you for asking, guys. Wow... But we would love more than just your side of the story - If Mr. Grant is so much in love with you, why would he let you be here alone to rify to us? The journalists were waiting for a juicy story in surprise so they didnt n to let her go, but right at the moment, the door was pushed open - Matthew stood at the doorway in a well-tailored suit. nca was feeling a bit nervous all of a sudden. Did Matthew catch what she said just now? Matthew was looking at nca this whole time. And all he did was to let out a simple Mhm to answer the journalists question. He didnt say anything else. But the journalists were thrilled - That was huge news! Is the interview over? Matthew gave the journalists a cold nce - It was his way to imply it was time for them to go. The journalists werent stupid, and they knew better than to mess with him. They went all smiley and went away. And before they left, they all looked at nca significantly. nca was a bit speechless... She had started ying her role as Matthew''s wife, she couldnt stop now. nca faked a tender look on her face and held Matthews arm, Hubby, the journalists are doing their job -e on, smile. Dont be so distant. Smile? Matthews face showed embarrassment immediately! Did nca see him as a smile whore or something? Especially with a group of journalists that hed usually look down upon. But while he wasnt paying attention, nca went straight to pull the corners of his mouth to make him smile! Whoa... The journalists that hadnt left yet saw this, and they snapped photos of this scene immediately - so Mr. And Mrs. Grant were really in a perfect ce! Until all of the journalists were gone, Matthew finally said, Get your hands off me. Matthew gave nca an angry stare and he was so mad about nca teasing him in front of a group of journalists! How could she! There were over 20 journalists at the interview, and finally, they all left. The room went back to quiet afterward. Matthew looked like he was going to skin her alive - she looked at him and said pleasingly, Got all that done in ten minutes - its perfect timing and mission aplished nicely. Chairman Grant, I will let you get back to work. I am going back to work, too. Bye! On saying so, she was about to run off. However, nca felt that she could not get away at all! Matthew, can you please let go of me first... Lets talk, please? nca put on a smile, as if begging. You just told the journalists about how affectionate we are about each other. I thought you have Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. enjoyed that speech? It was the very first time he had seen nca like that - She was shy and acting a bit childish...But for some reason, he found it hard to take his eyes off her. OK... If it werent for that Matthew had walked away all of a sudden and left her this mess, she wouldnt have had to fake being weak and vulnerable to elicit others empathy. One thing led to another, they ended up having to show everyone how much they loved each other. Well, that was how you should cook up a story. Chairman Grant, if you are not content with how I did - How about I call and gather the journalists back, so they can hear about your exnation instead? nca advised. Matthew stared at her foxy smile and sneered. nca had him all figured out - He wouldnt ask the journalists toe back for another exnation. He pushed nca away, sat on the table in the conference room, and said, So you were saying that... we were affectionate about each other in the bedroom? Matthew deliberately emphasized, in the bedroom. Well, about that, I just made that up to save you from uncalled for troubles, nca said. Oh? I did. nca was trying to walk away. Her hands were already holding onto the door knob, but Matthew grabbed her back. All of a sudden, she was pressed against the office desk! That didnt sound like a bad idea, though. Matthew spread both of ncas legs open with one of his legs. He got closed up and whispered into her ear, Its only better if you are not just saying it. Shall we? As he said, Matthew started caressing all over ncas body with his big hand! Chapter 168 This Is Sexual Harassment! Chapter 168 This Is Sexual Harassment! nca could feel the warmth of his palm slowly moving up and down her body where it wasnt covered by her clothes, and she was getting chills. Matthew was holding nca down onto the office desk. Her face was blushing with shyness - They were in the conference room,e on! Matthew, let go... Muah... Not even until she could finish her sentence, had Matthew already pressed his thin lips against hers. nca was overwhelmed by his kisses that caught her off guard. She had never done anything like this with Todd. But with Matthew, this was not the first time - Matthew had kissed her a bunch of times... You enjoyed this, didnt you? There were sparkles in Matthews eyes right now and he was all smiley. He stood up to get away from nca, with a smile full of satisfaction - Her face blushed with rosiness. Didnt she just let the journalists know that they were having a happy sex life? Howe she was having trouble catching her breath now? Matthew Grant, this is sexual harassment - I can sue you! nca went upset. She kept wiping her mouth as if she had kissed some dirty monster. Matthew got alerted and started wondering. What was with her? There were countless women yearning for his affection and kisses - nca was such an exception. She somehow saw that as a filthy move, didnt she? Matthew felt quite humiliated by that. Fine, sue me then. You might need the contact info for the Legal Department of the Empire Group then, dont you? Matthews body was still pressed against nca - The sexual attraction between them was intense. You were using your power to bully me. Arent all rich people as shameless as you? nca was blushing to her ears. She pushed Matthew away hard, I said that we were madly in love and you were nning on acting it out on me, but what if I said that you loved me so much that you would give me anything - would you gift me the whole Empire Group then? Well, be with me for real and that should do. I am worth more than an Empire Group. Matthew had a sneer on. However, this conversation carried him away into his memories. Matthew grew up witnessing how his grandfather and father took care of thepany with aplete devotion - the Empire Group meant the world to them. That was why Matthews heart and mind were all on his career and thepany... He was always working like a 24/7 powered-on bot. The journalists were always looking to seize the chances of asking and knowing more about his love life - they would ask him questions about when he would get a girlfriend and when hed get married... And somehow he thought that maybe it was time for him to arrange a marriage of convenience with someone educated and simple. He had no idea someone quirky and smart like nca would walk into his life Be with you for real? nca was worried that Matthews pursuers would give her a hard time if it came true... What now - dont tell me I am out of your league... ...RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only ncas mouth twitched, and she felt that the atmosphere had just gotten coldly awkward, Of course you wouldnt be - when you were no longer Chairman Grant, ended up bing a failure and broke. We would be perfect for each other. nca said with a serious look. Bing a failure? Matthew looked at ncas humorous expression with gloomy eyes. Would nca want to see him go down like that? Would she abandon him and choose to be with a richer guy at that time? No one could be wealthier than Matthew Grant in Oakshire right now, though. Besides, nca was married to Matthew now - No one would mess with him. Sure, when I am broke, you will be the one to provide for me. You know... I would make a fortune if I shall just auction you out to thedies'' friends out there for getting a nice bidding offer on you from them then. Shoot, it seemed like nca had had this all nned out! The smile on Matthews face got stiff. He got so close to nca, nca, dont you want to find the owner of the pendant? Chapter 169 Louise Had Something on Her Now Chapter 169 Louise Had Something on Her Now Of course, nca wanted to find the pendant owner. nca got pretty disappointed about not meeting Mr. Butler. She didnt expect herself to be feeling this way - In fact, she assumed she had gotten used to living on her own, without her parents around for over 20 years. But for some reason, she was feeling quite anxious now that she had found more evidence to her background. The smile on her face faded away, Matthew, weve made a deal. You promised that you would help me figure out my family. If you didnt keep your promise, I will let the journalists know immediately that we have nothing but a marriage of convenience. Will you? nca looked at Matthews superior appearance, and her heart suddenly felt a little sad. She knew that there was no way she could fight against Matthew and win, but she definitely wouldnt give up. Thinking so, nca coldly patted on the table, I hope you keep your promise. There are still two weeks away from the one-month deadline we agreed to. If I dont see anyone rted to the pendant in two weeks, I will tell everyone the truth about our rtion... Chairman Grant, I dont think youd want a scandal to be exposed like this for the Empire Group, would you? She did throw Matthew away by what she had said. No one had ever threatened Matthew Grant like she just did. nca, are you even aware of whom you are dealing with here? Matthew suddenly asked. My beloved hubby. nca put on a smile suddenly and wrapped her hands around Matthews neck, Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. Now that you are my husband - we will keep it this way as long as you keep your promise, otherwise... you will be my ex-husband before you know it. Ex-husband...? The word ex-husbanding out of the mouth of a girl in her early 20s almost sounded unbelievable! nca grinned, So, I hope you will find me anything helpful soon. Bye for now, I will be at my desk. nca walked out of the door after saying so. She saw a shadow at the corner of the hallway outside the door, she paused and looked around - It looked like someone she might know, but she looked again and there was no one out there. It might be someone passing by. Louise walked out from the corner she had been hiding in after making sure nca had left. Confusion was written all over Louises face! She had so many questions - What did she hear? nca said in the room that she and Matthew were only having a marriage of convenience! When Louise saw the ambiguity between Matthew and nca, she was almost mad with anger, but she continued to listen and she found some juicy news. nca, what are you going to do now to fix this? Louise started sneering. Suddenly, there arose a shadow. Matthew always reacted fast but he got a little carried away while he was with nca just now. That was why Louise had snapped some evidence of their conversation. Hand it over. Matthew was talking about Louises phone. He had noticed that nca turned her head with suspicion on her way out. nca might have missed Louise, but Matthew didnt. Matthew had always been highly alert and intuitive. What, what are you talking about? Matthew, why are you here? I thought you didnt like wandering around working hours... Heh. Louise, do I have to make you do it? Matthew scolded. Looking at Matthews angry look, Louise felt bad. What did nca do so Matthew had been treated her with gentleness, but he wouldnt do so with herself? Matthew, she was just a slut. Why didnt you want me instead? I heard it - What you and nca had was just a marriage of convenience... Matthew had taken over her phone before she could even finish. She was tearing up a little. And as she saw Matthew walk away from her, she gritted her teeth, feeling upset. So, she did have something on nca... Chapter 170 Do You Confess Chapter 170 Do You Confess Walking out of the conference room, nca felt anxious. Why would she be feeling like this? It felt almost like something bad was going to happen... She calmed herself down - What was there to be anxious about? It was all going to work out fine. But somehow... nca reached to touch the pendant on her neck. She wasnt sure when she would finally see her birth parents again, or if they were still alive. nca,e with me. nca heard Anna yelling her name before she stepped foot into the office, and that caught her by surprise. Isabel kept sending her signals, nca, look out... nca followed Anna into the office anyway, without knowing a clue what was going on. But when she saw how angry Anna was, nca apologized first immediately, Im sorry, Anna. It was my fault this morning - I was stuck with the journalists, so I couldnt report back to you. But I promise it wont happen again. nca took the initiative to confess and ask for Annas lenience. And now she was waiting quietly after speaking to see what her punishment would be. Surprisingly, the next moment a document fell on her head fiercely! What was going on? nca was shocked. But she had learned about Annas personality in the past days - Even though Anna was rigid, she rarely got angry. Why was she so angry this time? The paper pieces were scattered all over the ce on the ground. nca quickly squatted down to pick up all the paper pieces, re-organized them, and handed them to Anna. No matter what the problem was, nca had known she shouldnt talk back to her supervisor. nca, do you know that youve made a mistake? I know, I am sorry. nca kept her head down listening to Annas lecturing. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. However, nca doing so didnt help ease up Annas anger at all, Go ahead and hand in your resignation. You do not belong here. Resignation? Anna was making an unnecessarily big deal out of it, wasnt she? nca was not happy at the time - She raised her head in astonishment, her eyes were full of unwillingness. She worked hard, so what was the reason for her to resign? Was it because these people graduated from famous universities, so they looked down on her? They werent born knowing things they did now. In what name would they turn away from her like this... Anna, I know it was my fault and I would make amends. But I dont understand why I should resign. nca was trying to stay calm. She cared about this job, so she had to please Anna. You have to go because of what you did, Anna spoke abruptly. And a girl pushed the door open and got in when nca was about to argue back. The girl bumped into nca directly, and she almost knocked her down! nca firmly held the wall so she didnt fall. But she looked at the girl in front of her, only to realize that the girl''s eyes were red. She seemed like she had cried. And she looked familiar... nca, why are you so vicious? I just mocked you with a few words. If you feel ufortable, I can apologize to you, but you don''t need to retaliate against me like this. Do you know that because of you, not only do I lose my job, but I also have to bear legal responsibility? You want me to die... The girl said this while she was sopping, and in the meantime, she wanted to hit nca - ncas eyebrows frowned tightly. What was going on? But then she remembered that this girl was the one who scolded herself in the pantry. nca was sshed with coffee on her face. nca thought that was water under the bridge, wasnt it? Anna witnessed all of these. She rubbed her aching head, nca, Zoe has never shown her design to anyone, but she did ask you to print it out. So we are suspicious that it was you who leaked it out. Chapter 171 Well-founded Chapter 171 Well-founded What kind of excuse was that? There was a slight pain where she got hit. nca felt annoyed when she looked at Zoe, who was being importunate. She reached out and took Zoe''s arm, but her eyes were on Anna, I didn''t do it, Anna. It''s very unfair of you to specte about it without any evidence. It was not like this hadn''t happened before. nca used to work as a waitress in restaurants when she was young and poor. There was a boy in the kitchen who stole money, but she was wrongly used. If nca hadn''t insisted on checking the surveince footage, she would have been called a thief for the rest of her life. Now the same thing was happening to her again. In addition to being angry, nca also felt a little hurt. Should she be wronged just because she was an outsider and never went to a university? Well, nca, I don''t mean to make things difficult for you, but this matter has caused a serious loss to thepany, so some people involved in the case will be suspended, said Anna. nca took a deep breath. Although she did not know much aboutmercial crime, she did understand the seriousness of it. nca turned her head and looked at Zoe. She tried to free herself, but she didnt make it, and she was getting furious, nca, what do you want? You stole my design, and now you want to hurt me? Shut up! nca, seeing Anna''s growing tension, had to calm Zoe down first. Her eyes were so harsh that they were even more threatening than Anna''s usual scolding. And Zoe was too afraid to speak. Didn''t ncae from a regr family? How could she have such grace? How could she be so calm in the hour of peril? What kind of person was she? Zoe hadn''t heard about nca entertaining the reporters this morning, so her mind was still stuck on Louise''s statement that nca was very unloved. nca, what are you doing?! You''re the one who did the wrong thing! Zoeined in grievance, and tears were falling down from her face. nca didnt know what to say. She used to hang out with the roughest of men, so she was a little scary when she got serious. Let me ask you something. You said you never show your ideas to anyone else, right? Yes, never Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. "How can you be so sure?" nca raised her eyebrows. She didn''t know how creative departments work, but she did know that employees would talk about each other''s ideas in private. She needed to investigate the matter at its source. II''m sure I know my own idea. I sent it straight to you when I got the idea. And you''re the only person I have a problem with. Who else would do that to me? Zoe cried reproachfully. It was like nca had really done something heinous. First of all, whether your idea has been seen by others is still unknown; Second, even if I had a problem with you, I''d already spilled coffee on you, so we are even, or maybe you''re angry and want to get back at me. Third, who do you think you are? Why should I steal your idea? How much could it be worth? nca said one by one. Her statements was so organized that not only Zoe was speechless, but Anna was a little stunned. Was this girl in front of her really nca, who didn''t go to college? Chapter 172 I Don’t Care for The money Chapter 172 I Dont Care for The money After saying this, nca raised a smile and said, "Zoe, would you please use your head before setting someone else up? You know, it doesnt be true just because you say it. nca narrowed her eyes slightly, like a sharp leopard. Zoe immediately got speechless, she looked at Anna for help, but Anna ignored her. After a while, Zoe said, nca, do you think you can clean yourself up in a few words? This matter has been reported to the police and you won''t get away with it!! Me get away with it? Let me ask you something, as the wife of the chairman, how much money do you think I can make selling your ideas? Would I care about that money? nca hated being wronged more than anything in her life, so she forgot that she needed to be modest. Because she came from a poor family, she was often looked down upon, but nca hated it when people with prejudice framed her up for no reason. Zoe got speechless. The noise was too loud, and Zoe had not closed the door when she entered, which she did in purpose. She wanted everyone to see what nca was like, she wanted everyone to me her, but she didn''t expect nca to be so glib! Anna''s office was already surrounded by people, all of them leaning against the ss and listening to the movement inside. Isabel was fighting her way through the crowd and leaning over the ss to hear the whole story. How dared they frame nca for stealing ideas? Why should nca do something like that?! Isabel, looking grim, pushed her way out of the crowd and went straight to the 28th floor outside the chairman''s office, but the secretary stopped her. Luckily, she ran into Curtis, who had just returned from a bathroom break. He was somewhat familiar with the girl who had always been by nca''s side, so he asked, Whats wrong? Its nca, shes in trouble Isabel babbled on about what happened downstairs and Curtis looked more and more serious. He asked Isabel to go back first. Isabel prayed as Curtis left. Curtis immediately knocked on the door and entered the chairman''s office when Matthew was on an international videoconference. He was not quite pleased to see Curtis so flustered. Matthew had rarely seen Curtis, who had been with him since college and had been a friend to him, look so distracted. It was the intermission of the conference, so Matthew turned off the video and said coldly, "What''s up?" Its Mrs. Grant, shes in trouble. She was used of stealing someone else''s idea said Curtis. He RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only expected that Matthew would be anxious toe down and see her, for he had been particrly attentive to her since they got married. Matthew, however, merely replied that he knew, and took a leisurely cup of tea to prepare for the next meeting. Curtis was freaking out. How could Matthew be so calm when things were so urgent? "This is no small matter. The police are involved." Oh? Why are you so anxious? Are you being worried about nca? Matthew took a sip of tea and said. Why would he be worried about her? He just thought that his boss would be worried. You can leave if there is nothing else to do, said Matthew. He was not going to offer to help. nca woulde to him for help if she couldnt handle it herself Chapter 173 Who Is Blanca Chapter 173 Who Is nca Leave? Are you sure you don''t want to check it out? asked Curtis, blinking. He said he wasn''t going to the press conference this morning, and then he just ran over there. It had only been two hours, and the chairman had forgotten what happened? You seemed you dont have anything better to do, didnt you? asked Matthew. Then he added, It is not for you to worry about her. !! Curtis was shocked. Was this still his chairman? How could he say such childish words? But the videoconference had already begun, and Curtis knew that Matthew was a workaholic who valued his work above all else, so he shut the door and walked out. Maybe he was wrong. Matthew didn''t care about his wife that much. What Curtis didn''t know was that Matthew had been distracted from his work since his departure, much Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. to the amusement of the branch management. After all, the chairman had never been distracted before! After hanging up the video, Matthew pinched his eyebrows irritably. Could nca handle it herself this time? Shed better can. Matthew yed with his pen and stared quietly at his phone, his face clouded with gloom. No one knew what he was thinking. The confrontation between nca and Zoe had be intense, and neither of them was willing to Just go out and wait. The police will be here in a few minutes, and we''ll know everything. Anna was also a workaholic. She hated it when her staff didn''t do their jobs well. She wouldn''t want to get involved if what happened today wasn''t so serious. At this, everyone was about to leave, even Zoe. nca hesitated for a moment. And then she decided to leave it to the police. Anyway, a clean hand wants no washing. However, she was still somewhat unhappy. nca, you stay, said Anna suddenly. nca was a little surprised. After Zoe left, Anna suddenly said, I know you''ve made some mistakes trying to save your family, and I hope you won''t do them again in Empire Group. Well, you can go now. nca was still wondering what Anna was trying to say to her. After hearing her words, nca was quite devastated. Sure enough, everyone suspected her because she had a record. nca''s eyes were filled with tears, and her hands were clenched at her side. She knew that exnations were useless. nca left resolutely and went back to her desk to wait. Just before noon, Isabel discreetly asked nca if she wanted to go to lunch with her. But after what happened this morning, nca would have caused unnecessary trouble if she went to the canteen with her, so she didn''t go with her. nca, alone at her desk, drew and sent the cartoon character she had promised her friends. Only then did she calm down. However, as soon as it was time for work in the afternoon, two men in police uniforms showed up and asked, Excuse me, Are you nca Grant? Chapter 174 Detention Chapter 174 Detention There were also several people in suits around them, which was a little scary nca was a little panicked. She stood up and said calmly, I am. She knew she was the wife of Matthew. But whether she was Matthew''s wife or just nca, she would not allow herself to be humiliated. From the moment she was bullied as a child, nca made up her mind to be strong. I''m nca. What do you want? nca had vaguely known that the reason they were here must had something to do with what happened between she and Zoe, but she would not go with them so easily. By this time everyone in the office had returned from lunch. Some of them had never seen anything like this. It was just like a movie. So they pulled out their phones and started recording videos. The man in the lead came over and was surprised to see nca''sposure. Hi, we''re with the Commercial Crime Bureau, and we''d like you toe back with us and assist with the investigation. I can be investigated, but I''m innocent, said nca in front of everyone, I can go with you, but that doesn''t mean I admit I did it. She just wanted everyone to know her attitude. Sure enough, some people were already whispering, Oh, my God. Its the Commercial Crime Bureau! This is gonna be a big deal! How calm nca is! I would have been scared to death! I actually think she was wronged... nca smiled as she listened to the whispers, but the palms of her hands were already sweaty. She had been to the police station, but it was the first time she had seen such a scene. In fact, she was a little afraid. But she could not panic. Seeing this, the man was surprised. He didn''t expect the girl to be so calm. He smiled to say, We''ll find out if you''re innocent. Now I need you to go with us. As soon as he said that, the man took out the handcuffs and was going to cuff nca. What the hell are you doing? You have no evidence! No handcuffs! said nca tensely. Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. nca was confused. If she was just being investigated, why was she in handcuffs? Just then, a beautiful sound came from outside, nca, I suggest you go with them. It would not be pleasant if you make things worse. It was Louises voice. And then Louise walked in with all the swagger. She nced at the man and said, Mr. White, please have a good investigation and prove her innocence This Mr. White and Louise went to the same college and he used to hook up with her. Although nothing really happened between them, Mr. White actually had a crush on Louise all along. You mustn''tsh out at others. Or I will sue you for libel. nca went over and whispered in Louise''s ear, then she went away and said, Since my sister-inw said so, I''ll go with you and well see if I''ve been wronged. After saying that, nca''s eyes flickered with sadness that no one had noticed. She put her arms in front of Mr. White and said with no fear in her eyes, You can cuff me now. Chapter 175 Evidence Chapter 175 Evidence Without hesitation, Mr. White handcuffed nca. With cold handcuffs on her hands, nca was a little confused. Normally, one didn''t have to be handcuffed unless it''s a criminal offense. Howe she Before nca knew it, she was taken away by Mr. White and his crew. We''ve got the surveince footage and we''ve confirmed that was you who were dealing with someone else. Will you admit it or not? said Mr. White proudly in the interrogation room. nca has been locked up for two hours, but no one hade to ask about her. Wasn''t that enough to say that nca was not in favor? Evidence? What evidence? She didn''t even do it. How could there be proof of it?! nca was not as calm as she had been in the Empire Group Building. When any young girl was taken in, she must feel nervous. Besides, Mr. White had been looking at her in a threatening manner. Hearing nca''s question, Mr. White directly instructed someone to y the video to her. It was a video of her drinking with that guy fromst night. The man in the video called Dodge Green. It doesn''t matter if you don''t know him, but it is reported that the design of theirpany today is the same as that of Zoe in yourpany. And we have enough reason to suspect it was you! said Mr. White aggressively. Seeing what was on the screen, nca jumped to her feet, her face turning pale, Its impossible! She and Dodge Green just had a drink together. They don''t even know each other. How could they be so arbitrary? Her eyes burst with tears. It was at this point that nca learned that the rich and powerful could call white ck. Her chest heaved violently, I demand to be confronted with him! I didnt do anything! nca''s delicate face was screwed together in the dark interrogation room. She was panting, flushed and perspiring with excitement. Confronting? I don''t think that''s necessary. Dodge Green has admitted that you gave him the idea. With this sentence, Mr. White sentenced nca to death! nca''s face turned pale. How Howe? What about Matthew? She didn''t know what was wrong with her, but she thought of Matthew at that moment. nca bit her lip, with tears welling up in her eyes. Matthew wouldn''t leave her alone, would he? You might as well take care of yourself. Matthew is probably surrounded by reporters right now! Mr. Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. White said with a smirk. Matthew was literally being surrounded by journalists outside the Empire Group Building When he learned that nca had been taken away, Matthew was so distracted and he was about to look for her without any hesitation. Curtis also got very nervous. But who would have known that before they could go out, they were blocked in front of thepany by journalists! These journalists were obviously paid off because as soon as they got the news, they were all over the In the coffee shop on the second floor opposite the office, Louise looked through the window at the with this! Louise, don''t you think youre going a little too far? Sitting opposite, Malinda Roach sipped gracefully at her coffee and said, looking at the figure in the crowd. Even when surrounded by journalists, Matthew had the unique masculine toughness that made him stand out above all the crowd. Malinda certainly knew these reporters couldn''t stop Matthew. However, nca had been taken away by Mr. White and she believed that a yboy like Mr. White would not let nca off the hook. Chapter 176 Being kidnapped Chapter 176 Being kidnapped nca looked wildly around and found that she was surrounded by darkness. She felt her heart pounding faster. She looked at Mr. White in rm. What do you want? nca asked, terror in her face. Mr. White rose from his chair, and strode toward nca. While she saw the horrible look on his face, nca took an automatic step backward, but Mr. White took a step forward and put a hand on her shoulder. nca gave a little shuddering gasp. Standing in such a dark, dreadful, and depressing ce, she looked extremely nervous. At this moment, Mr. White leaned towards nca and said, Rx, nca! I have known the truth. Lets face it. It would be good for both of us. They got so close that nca could hear his heavy breathing and could see the look in his eyes. His eyes were now frankly malignant, which made her frightened. She was handcuffed and couldnt fight back. After a short moment of reflection, she said, Well, Im tired, Mr. White. I refuse to answer your questions. And theres no need to question me if you have had any proof. nca wanted to get out of here. Somehow, she realized something was wrong. She started to doubt the identity of this Mr. White. He didnt act like a cop at all. His expression was unfathomable and his eyes were a bit creepy, just like Todds. At this thought, ncas eyes widened with fear. Just then, Mr. White came close to her. He touched her cheek, his fingers lightly tracing the line of her cheekbone. nca was shaken by his unexpected action. She felt a mixture of despair and panic, but she tried to calm herself down. What do you mean by that, Mr. White? Why dont we cut right to it? Upon hearing what she said, Mr. White began tough loudly. Okay, now lets get something straight, he said. He leant forward and put his hand under ncas chin, forcing her face up. He stared hard at nca for a moment and said, Well, except for your pretty face, you are totally worthless, but why is Mr. Grant totally into you? That is aplete mystery to me. nca was sharply hit by his words. I see. It was Louise. She sent you, right? Yeah. Thats right. Youre not that stupid, the man sneered. ncas chin was pinched by the man and the pain spread. Why? You are a policeman! What you are doing is illegal. Youre going to get yourself arrested and you will lose your job. Is Louise worth it? nca tried to convince him, but it was not as simple as she thought. Mr. White released his grip and took out a camera. His smirk widened. No. No. Youve got this wrong. You didnt really think Im that stupid, did you? He pulled out a badge, dangling it between his thick fingers. Its fake, you little fool! Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. he said triumphantly. Youre not a cop? nca looked at him in shock. Of course not! Mr. White squinted his eyes and let out a cackle of triumphantughter. Everything became clear now. Those people who had gone into the Empire Group with Mr. White were all pretending to be cops! nca never thought that they would tantly lie to her like that. I dont even know you, Mr. White! You are kidnapping me! You are breaking thew; you will go to prison! Let me go! nca tried to calm herself down. Her nose twitched and she wanted to weep. She started to miss Matthew. Chapter 177 Being rescued Chapter 177 Being rescued nca felt afraid and started to think of Matthew. If he were here, she would be scared of nothing. The thought made her eyes suffused with tears. She was regretful for her recklessness and credulity. Oh, dont cry, pretty, or you will not look at all pretty in the picture, the man said. Then he set up his camera and adjusted it until the equipment was pointed straight at nca. He pressed its start button. Then, came a sudden ze of sh, so bright in the darkness that nca turned her face away to protect her eyes. Next second, the man turned on the light, illuminating the room. Immediately, all the room was visible. nca could see a sh of malevolence appeared in Mr. Whites eyes. He gave nca a baleful nce and said, Dont me me, pretty. You messed with the wrong guy, said the man with his evil smile. He had courted Louise but failed. In order to get Louise to love him, he really put his neck on the line this time. And now since he had gone so far, he needed to make the most out of it. Thinking of all these things, the man made a decision. He walked up to nca and gave her a second, a crashing blow hit her on the back of her neck and she cked out. nca leaned back in her chair and did not move. The man knew she fainted. Looking at the quiet belle, he rubbed his hands, looking almost painfully excited. nca wasnt wearing any makeup, but that didnt not affect her beauty. Shey quiet, just like a sleeping princess. The man had long yearned to caress her wless face and her naturally fair skin. He gulped nervously and murmured, What a RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only pretty girl! But from this day forward, you are not Mrs. Grant anymore. Oh, what a pity! The man adjusted ncas posture into a raffish position. Then he took a photo and sent it to Louise. He believed once Louise made this photo public, it would cause shockwaves in Oakshire. By then, nca would be believed to be a loose woman and everyone would use her of sexual misconduct. Matthew would have to divorce her in this situation. That done, The man grinned. It was a great opportunity for him to have sex with such a beauty, because nca still fainted yet. At this thought, he began to undress. And all of a sudden, the door opened with a bang. A silhouette appeared in the doorway. And then immediately, the man felt a sharp pain and was kicked away before he had a chance to see that persons face. It was Matthew. When he saw what was happening in the room, anger was boiling up inside him. So, he kicked the man as hard as he could. He came striding up to nca and saw her back of neck had be fiery red and swollen and her coat was off. Seize this bastard and send him to the basement, Curtis! Matthew snarled, anger shing in his dark eyes. He didnt really do anything, but now he wanted to kill the man. He picked up nca carefully, who was still unconscious, and left. The many on the ground. Blood dripped from the corner of his mouth. Curtis looked at him with pity, for he knew what Matthew meant by basement. There were many strange little animals in the basement, and some of them were pretty unfriendly. Get off me! Get off me! squealed the man, a look of utter terror on his face. Stop yelling, rk White! Youd better beg Mr. Grant for mercy! Curtis sneered. Chapter 178 Calm her down Chapter 178 Calm her down When their car was on the road, Matthew held his wife gently in his arms. He sat quite still, anger still surging through him. Just a moment ago, when he arrived at the room, he found the room had been inundated with reporters. If he hadnt let his bodyguards hold the reporters off, negativements about nca would spread very quickly via the inte soon. How can you be so naive, nca? Matthew murmured. nca was so immacte that she even had never doubted the mans identity and had just gone straight with him. He stroked ncas face gently, as if he was touching his most treasured thing. His driver cast a sideways nce at Matthew. He had never seen Matthew like this. In his mind, Matthew was pompous and arrogant. He seemed to be a man who did not care about anyone or anything. Come to think of it, the driver let out a long sigh, for he knew Mrs. Grant was being set up this time. When Matthew lifted nca out of the car, Curtis was waiting at the door. He had taken that rk White to the basement and locked him up. As Matthew passed Curtis, he casually said, Keep an eye on the jerk! He needs to pay for what he has done. Yes, Mr. Grant. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Then Matthew nodded and took nca to their bedroom. Heid her in the bed and tucked her in. He peered down at his wife, who was still in aa, frowning slightly. When he sat on the edge of the bed beside nca, her eyes opened. She seemed a little mystified and looked around in surprise. Then she looked at Matthew in disbelief. Was she dreaming? How did she get here? Did Matthew save her again, just like before? Matthew, nca called his name. She had never thought she could be saved. It was just like a dream. She threw her arms round her husbands neck. His warm breath came all round her. Holding him made her feel safe. But when she thought about what just happened, she could not stop her whole-body trembling. Dont worry. Im right here, Matthew tried to calm her down. Luckily, he arrived there, before rk White raped her, or ncas life would be ruined. When Matthew shed back to that moment in his mind, he was mad at Mr. White, but he didnt think rk White was the one behind this kidnapping, for he didnt even know nca before this day. He needed to find out who was behind this crime. The one who did it would pay the price. nca looked up at Matthew, tear-stained and trembling. She was in her early twenties, and had never gone through anything like this. She was really freaking out and it felt like a dream. nca let herself rx in Matthews arms. This actually warmed her soul. nca hugged Matthew so tightly that Matthew couldnt move. nca, its all right, youre all right! Lie in bed and have a good rest. Ill ask Mrs. Brown to make you something good, he said softly to nca. Instead of letting go, ncas arm was wrapped around his neck, with her soft breasts pressed against his chest. Matthew could feel the heat in her neck and breasts, his heart beating fast. Matthew put nca to bed and started to walk away, but next second, nca plucked at his coat and said, No, no. Please dont go, Matthew. I was wrong. She looked at Matthew with her cute, sad eyes, looking miserable. Every time she closed her eyes, she saw Mr. Whites fierce face. She only felt safe with Matthew. Have you learned your lesson? Matthew stopped. He looked at nca and rubbed her check gently. nca nodded and said, Yes, I was so gullible and believed anything he said. If I had asked you first, nothing bad would have happened. She was regretful now. She should trust him and depend on him. nca seemed to be deep in thought and caressed Matthews arm tenderly from side to side automatically. Chapter 179 Having sex Chapter 179 Having sex nca was definitely attractive at this moment. Matthew felt his heart pounding fiercely in his chest. He took her hand, his breathing fast. Do you know what youre doing, nca? he said, his voice husky. Huh? nca looked doubtfully at Matthew. Her hand was still held by Matthew. The warmth leaped from his hand to hers and in his hand, reassuring her. All of a sudden, Matthew leaned towards nca, nearer and nearer. Then his face pressed against her cheek. nca. Matthew gave a little moan in her ear. She could hear the sound of his heavy breathing. Matthew felt a little hot, and could not stop himself getting an erection. nca moved forward and her soft, pink lips touched Matthews cheek lightly. A nice warm feeling flooded Matthews body. It was amazing. nca held his hand tightly and said, I am still very scared. You- you stay here with me, okay? She looked miserable. She had felt hopeless when she had been handcuffed in the dark room. It would be an understatement to call it a nightmare. Matthew kept his eyes fixed on nca for a moment. Then he smiled. Its OK, nca. Ive saved you so many times. What are you going to do for me? But you can bring me nothing but your body. nca felt herself going red in the face. She puffed up her cheeks and said, YouFine, okay. You win. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. Just leave me alone. Toote for second thoughts now, missy, Matthew said. He took her chin in his hands, and kissed her lips gently, then deeply and happily. His kiss was gentle, but this did not disguise the pleasure and excitement that he felt. His mind wentpletely nk. It was a serious kiss, a very strong one. Matthew, er nca hadnt finished speaking yet, for Matthew kissed her lips, muffling her voice. She brought him a sense of fun, of gaiety that he had never felt in his life. He got on top on her and was enchanted by the scent of her body. Youre my wife, nca. Isnt it natural Id want to have sex with you? Matthew said, his voice now filled with lust. But This was all happening so fast for nca. She had not really ready for this yet. When Matthew kissed her, she actually shook with excitement. She knew she kind of enjoyed the feeling. Moreover, having sex with him sounded very nice. At this thought, her cheeks seemed to be on fire. Lets get started, nca, said Matthew in a low voice. He softly kissed her lips. Something electric leaped from him to nca at the touch of his warm mouth. Something was caressing her whole body thrillingly. He kissed her mouth, and then her ear, where she could hear his breathing, quick and strained. They did it. And they did it several times. In the end, nca was too tired and fell asleep. Looking at her sleeping, Matthews eyes grew tender. She got scared today. Matthew stroked her hair gently. He knew something had changed. From this moment on, he and nca were now a real couple. Chapter 180 The first time Chapter 180 The first time The next morning, the clear sunshine streamed with all its warmth through the window into the room. nca rolled round and opened her eyes. She rubbed her sleep-clogged eyes and stretched. She felt dull aches in every part of her body. When she remembered what had happenedst night, her cheeks were flushed. She looked around and found Matthew wasnt in the room. She felt a little let down. She had had sex with Matthewst night and it was kind of a big deal for her, but it looked like there was no difference to Matthew. The thought gave her no pleasure at all. When nca pulled away the cover and got up, she found bloodstain on the sheet. She stood frozen, bewildered. Are you awake? said Matthews voice behind nca. She turned and saw Matthew standing in the doorway in a towel. Strands of thick ck hair, still wet, stuck to his forehead. He was sexy now and his seriousness and arrogance were gone. Why arent you wearing clothes? nca shut her eyes when she saw Matthews bare body. She had never seen him like this before. Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. I just took a shower, Matthew answered. nca opened her eyes and was surprised to find Matthew looking strangely at her body. nca followed his gaze and looked down. Immediately, she blushed as red as a rose with shame, for there were several hickeys on her body. The pink hickeys were particrly obvious on her white skin. What happenedst night was still so vivid to her. Her face went redder when she was thinking about it. You need to take a shower? Matthew said. A smile touched his lips. He came near and teased in her ear, Or we can do it again if you want. nca turned scarlet. She looked at Matthew, at the pink hickeys, then at the bloodstain on the sheet. She knew it was her virgin blood. It is our first time? Dont we already have she asked, still confused. The bloodstain meant it was her first time to make love to Matthew. Matthew froze for an instant, and then suddenly burst into a shout ofughter. It is the first time. Nothing happened between usst time. Matthew looked gently at nca, with a faint smile of amusement. At this moment, nca looked like a deer in headlights, her face flushing with embarrassment. He thought she was so cute. You know what? You smelled goodst night, Matthew whispered in her ear. Then the memory of the previous night rolled over nca again. She was so passionate when they were making love. We were so tiredst night, but we all slept well. Why dont we have sex again now? teased Matthew. nca red at Matthew, feeling her face go hot. She jumped out of bed and rushed into the bathroom. When she was showering, a gleeful smile spread across her face. It seemed she had already put the fear of being kidnapped behind her. After she finished bathing and went to her bedroom, nca saw Mrs. Brown changing her sheet. She turned all red and embarrassed. Ill do that, Mrs. Brown, she said. No, no, Mrs. Grant. You need more rest and I have cooked breakfast for you. Youd better go for breakfast. Chapter 181 Chicken Soup Chapter 181 Chicken Soup Soup? nca was feeling joyful - Matthew had indeed remembered that she loved the soup Mrs. Brown made. She was feeling sweetness in her heart. But the next minute, her smile started fading away and she started feeling awkward as she noticed the way Mrs. Brown was looking at her. This was Matthews unique way of telling Mrs. Brown that nca gotidst night and that she needed the extra nutrition. ... nca kept her head down the whole time at breakfast as she was afraid to look at Matthew. She was worried that he might bring up what had happenedst night - She was the one that made the first move. Did you have enough? Matthew put down his spoon already. He didnt eat much as usual. Besides, food, for him, was all about energy supply. So it didnt matter too much what he was having. nca was about to respond, but her mouth was filled with bread and she was almost choking on it. She patted her chest, and in the meanwhile, Matthew already thoughtfully handed over a ss of water. nca felt touched by his reaction. But before she even said her thank-you, Matthew said with gloominess, Looks like you were tired afterst night. Puff! Did they really have to talk about it early in the morning? nca looked at Matthew with awkwardness in her eyes, and her face was blushing. She wanted to argue back but suppressed her words back eventually. Matthew stared at her with great interest, Why you are so red? Isnt it because... RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only No, not about that at all! I havent even said anything yet. ncas reaction lighted Matthew up, If you didnt get enough, I can... You shut up! nca almost screamed, fearing Mrs. Brown might hear what he was about to say. Matthew was smiling even happily, however, his phone rang all of a sudden. Matthew frowned as typically few people would reach him at his phone number. But when he saw the number, he was a bit surprised and hurriedly picked up, Mr. Butler, how may I help you? Son, I saw the news. Dont overthink about what happened. Come over to my ce when you can. Mr. Butler said. Matthew was in silence for a short while. Matthew knew Mr. Butler thought highly of him and cared much about him, but it was the first time Mr. Butler had checked in for his private matter. I understand. Matthew agreed. After he hung up, he saw nca staring at him with expectations like a small hamster waiting for food. What is it, do you want to kiss me? ... Why was he such a narcissist? He was a good-looking man, after all. nca calmed her excitement, Was it, Mr. Butler, on the phone just now? Matthew, when will I meet him... nca looked at Matthew. She was here at Oakshire mainly to find out her background - She was dwelling on the fact that she hadnt met Mr. Butlerst time. Matthew, of course, knew what nca was thinking. He raised his eyebrows, That depends on my mood whether I will bring you with me or not. Then what can I do to make you feel good? nca would do whatever it took to learn more about her background. She subconsciously lowered her head and reached her hand to feel the pendant, only to find that it went missing. She had the look on as if her world had fallen apart! Where was the pendant? Was it left in the interrogation room? It was there on her neck at noon yesterday, and the only possibility was that it was dropped when she was getting in the car or the interrogation room. nca suddenly became anxious. If the pendant was lost, how could she find her family? Chapter 182 She Lost the Pendant Chapter 182 She Lost the Pendant Matthews face also became serious. He only suspected that the pendant might have something to do with his mentor, but it had only been a day since they left the banquet, how did ncas pendant disappear? Take it easy. Its going to be OK. Matthew saw that nca was about to cry, and couldn''t help but try to calm her down. nca stood up abruptly, I''m going back to look for it now. But when she moved, her body felt sore. Matthew saw that and he forcefully pressed nca to the seat, Stay put. nca still wanted to argue, but she knew that if Matthew made a move, it would be more appropriate than to find it herself, so she nodded. nca suddenly thought of something and said, rk White is not a policeman. I think that Louise was behind this whole thing. Matthew had this all figured out long ago. Mhm. Matthew nced at Mrs. Brown and she immediately held nca to give her support. Matthew said, I got her. Dont worry. nca nodded anxiously, rubbing her hands helplessly, Matthew was the only person she could count on right now, You have to find it, please! That was the only thing ncas grandma had left for her. Seeing nca deeply in anxiety, Matthew surely figured out how important the pendant was to her. Matthew was on his way out toward the door. And almost at the same time, Curtis was driving in his direction in a hurry. Curtis saw Matthew, so he jumped out of the car, walked directly to Matthew, and Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. said, Bad news, Mr. Grant. rk White ran away. rk White ran away... Who did this? Matthews basement was in protection by the best security system. It would be impossible for rk to escape if it werent for someones help. Matthew had a cold face, and it seemed that things were more It... It was Miss Louise. It wasnt an easy thing to say for Curtis. The security system used in the basement was one of the best in the world. Only the Grant family had the security code, so it wasnt surprising that it was Louise who had got rk out. Matthew nced at Curtis and said, Go find her. Afterst night, nca had be his own woman. As her man, Matthew wouldnt let anyone hurt nca - not even Louise. The silver Ferrari was galloping - it was a sign of wind and rain... In Louises private vi, rk took a shower and his hair was still wet. He wiped his hair. Then he looked at the person on the bed - Louise was undoubtedly beautiful. Her beauty lied in her every move. She was amorous. That kind of sultry little gesture was tempting. Louise baby, I aming. rk pulled off the bath towel and rushed toward the bed, but Louise dogged him with her brows frowning, You still smell of dampness. Why? Im all cleaned up. Dont you regret it? rk wasnt happy about it. He managed to record videos of nca and take risks to steal ncas pendant - he wasnt expecting such an ungrateful payback from Louise at all. Louise saw rk getting upset and she leaned over to hug him around the waist. rk was the heir of the White family, who she didnt dare to mess with. Besides, she was happy about the oue of what rk had done. It was only a fair deal - rk was quite a good-looking man anyways. I was just shy - why on earth would I regret it. I have to show you how thankful I am for what you did... rk couldnt resist it anymore. He felt his lustful desire was burning in his loin and he pressed Louise right beneath him immediately... Chapter 183 Resentment Towards Louise Grant Chapter 183 Resentment Towards Louise Grant Louise had a shy look on her face. She was a very sultry person, but she didnt have the opportunity to show off this side of herself at all. Now she was in a good mood and couldnt help but show it off well. rk was enjoying this so much. This time it was worth it! Just when both of them were enjoying themselves, suddenly there was a loud knocking on the door! At first, Louise thought it must be someone knocking on the wrong door, and then someone kicked the door of her vi open. Louise was startled and immediately pushed rk away from her. rk was confused. He still didnt know what had happened. Louise put on some clothes quickly, and passed rk his, They must have known what happened, my brother ising for us now - you better quickly put on your clothes and jump down from the stairs and I will try to stop him! rk was pushed to the balcony by Louise, and couldn''t help butin inwardly. Matthew was being such a nagging dog and chasing after him so quickly But he also knew that Matthew could easily take him down, so rk could only put on his clothes indiscriminately and said to Louise, Louise baby, I am afraid I have to go abroad and hide this time but please wait for my return! Louise didnt care much about him now. For her, all they had was a deal at most. It was just a fling. She packed things up, looked at herself in the mirror, then she opened the door and went out. She saw that Matthew was already there at the doorway walking toward her. My dear brother, what brought you here? Step aside. Louise greeted Matthew, however, she was pushed away by him. Matthew didnt show Louise any mercy at all and even felt extremely disgusted at her being all sultry. He strode towards the bedroom immediately, and Louise didnt dare to stop him. Matthew entered the room and it smelt like what it should smell like after people were done having sex inside. What the heck is he? He was asking Louise but sounded all the more indifferent, there was also a hint of contempt in his tone. He knew what Louise had been thinking about him, but he had never thought that her life could be so filthy. Louise had a pretty embarrassing smile on, My dearest brother Matthew, what are you talking about? There is no one else here but me. Who are you looking for exactly? Louise was still pretending. Matthew looked at Louise with a very cold expression, which made Louise frightened. He didnt say much, but bypassed Louise and walked downstairs. Louise followed out and just breathed a sigh of relief when she saw that rk was brought back before he had finished getting dressed! Curtis caught rk from the small garden downstairs while he was trying to escape. Fortunately, Matthew had the foresight and told himself to wait downstairs. Now they had rk White. Mr. Grant, what should we do with him? Matthew took a look at rk, with his eyes filled with contempt and a thinyer of anger. He walked over directly and punched rk in the stomach. Ouch! It was out of rks expectation that Matthew had beaten him up, so he shouted out loudly. Matthew Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. pinched his chin and said coldly, So you are good at running, huh? Matthew had told Curtis to keep rk in the basementst night so that he could have the time to appease nca first and to deal with him afterward. But he hadnt expected that rk managed to run away. rk even ended up screwing Louise on her bed. Matthew Grant, I dont think you can afford to mess with the White family and me! rk yelled a few times. The White family was indeed one of the wealthiest in Oakshire, however, Matthew was not afraid of rks threats at all. Chapter 184 Strip His Clothes Off Chapter 184 Strip His Clothes Off rk panted while looking at Matthew, and rks eyes were full of hatred. The blood came down the corner of his mouth, and his chest kept undting. Although he was the unloved youngest son of the White family, the White family was powerful in Oakshire! Matthew Grant, you dont shroud Oakshire at all even though you are rich and in power! rk said it without embarrassment even after he got beaten to the ground by Matthew, and he couldnt stand still at that moment. His appearance now made him look even more ridiculous. Matthew sneered in disdain, Fair enough, I will show you who is in charge here. In this world, there was still nothing that Matthew wouldnt dare do. Matthew was like Shuraing out of hell, with hostility exuding all over him. Nowadays, there were not many people who dared to challenge him. Tie him up, strip him naked and send him back to the White family. Matthew approached rk and looked down at him condescendingly, with a cold and merciless voice, I assume... Old Mr. White would know exactly what to do. No! rks face turned pale when he heard that - Matthew was so cruel to him! The White family cared about their reputation so much. If Matthew had stripped him naked, rk feared that his family wouldnt ept him anymore. rk gasped. Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. Matthew, please! rk was just clouded. Besides, the Grant and the White families have known each other forever. If you did this, it would hurt our rtion... What Matthew just said put Louise in shock. Matthew doing so would be a straight call for battle with the White family! Even though Matthew was in power in Oakshire almost withoutpetitors, it was not helpful to have the White family as an enemy. Louise nced at rk in disgust. She looked embarrassed and looked down upon him, but she walked over and grabbed Matthews arm, Did he do something wrong? Its better to clear things up. rk and I went to the same college, and he was just dropping me a visit today. I thought there was something wrong. It turned out that you were looking for him. Louise was trying to shake it offpletely and y innocent to me rk. Only now did rk understand how vicious Louise was! Matthew said Oh?, without concealing the disgust in his eyes, he directly avoided Louises hand from touching his arm. Her touch made him disgusted. In that case, I assume you have nothing to do with his pretending to be someone from the police, kidnapping nca, and stealing her pendant, dont you? Matthew raised his eyebrows. What? rk, why did you do that? nca is my brothers wife and my sister-inw. You...Oh, I can''t and I won''t save you this time. Louise pretended to be surprised and know nothing. Matthew saw it all in his eyes, only to feel disgusted. rk was even more surprisingly shocked. He didnt expect Louise to be so unreliable! There was a cold expression in his eyes, Louise, stop trying to me it all on me, or I will just pull you down with me! What...what are you talking about? It was you who messed up. Have you lost your mind? Louise was a little scared. Matthew was not interested in these things at all. He cast a nce at Curtis and said coldly, Take him with you. Matthew wouldnt let go of rk so easily. But before Matthew dealt with him, there was one important thing to do first. Curtis looked at Louise and rk with cold eyes, silently worried about these two people. On the other hand, the people Matthew had brought already turned Louises vi upside down for the search. Chapter 185 Blanca’s Kindness Chapter 185 ncas Kindness nca anxiously sat on the sofa in the living room, feeling veryplicated. The pendant was the only relic that grandma left to herself. If she lost the pendant, even if she found her rtives one day, she would have no way to prove her identity at all. Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. She took a pencil and scribbled it randomly on the sketch paper. She wanted to draw the pendant, but somehow she ended up drawing a portrait of Matthew. Get in there! There was a loud noise outside the door all of a sudden. nca was taken aback and stood up quickly. She saw rk staggering in, followed by Curtis behind him. nca took a step back subconsciously and saw that rk was a little wary and worried. She also unexpectedly discovered the swollen bruises on rks face. Sor-sorry Mrs. Grant! Im such an asshole. I shouldnt have lied to you, let alone hurt you - I was wrong. rk was pressed to the ground by Curtis and said these words awkwardly. rks face flushed - hed rather die here today than make an apology. But Matthew threatened him with his family, rk had no choice but to do as told. He was the young master of the White family. The arrogance he had since childhood made him not want to bow his head, but he did not dare to take the future of the White family as a bet. Otherwise, he would die without a ce to be buried. Matthew sent you, didnt he? nca was calm at the moment. With Curtis around, nca did feel much safer and wouldnt worry about rk hurting her possibly. Mrs. Grant, Mr. Grant went to look for the pendant for you. Itd be your decision to make of how rk should be dealt with. Curtis borated. Just nowing out of Louises vi, Matthew asked him to bring rk back and just let nca make the decision. As for Matthew himself, he needed to escort Louise back home. Matthew wouldnt cut her loose, even though she was his so-called sister. She had done such a terrible thing to nca after all. nca looked at rk, who was now in such a bad shape, she didnt feel happy at all but rather They could just do whatever they wanted because they were rich, werent they? Let him go. nca said. There was no bad blood between nca and rk. Besides, Louise used him. ncas true enemy was Louise. It wouldnt help with the situation if they continued to take it out on rk. Additionally, nca had gotten used to this kind of things since she was a child, and it was not really such a big deal to her. Let him go? Mrs. Grant, but... Curtis said anxiously. Matthew had told him that he must make sure rk would get the retribution he deserved! nca nodded again. While Curtis was hesitant, there was a sound from a sports car engine - Matthew had got out of the car and walked in. When he saw nca, he strode directly toward her. Was my pendant found? nca asked in surprise. All she cared about was the pendant. She grabbed Matthews arm with full expectation but did not get the answer she had been waiting for. Matthew frowned, and words came from his thin lips, It got sent away. Matthew searched both Louises and rks ces but didnt find the pendant. He didnt believe that the pendant had gone missing by ident. rk must have something to do with this. What should we do now? nca started panicking. Matthew had a full view of the expression on her face, and for the first time he made a promise to someone, I will get it back for you, okay? nca bit on her lip, knowing that Matthew was not the one to me for this matter. She hadnt protected her things in the first ce, either. So she nodded. nca pointed at rk who was still kneeling on the ground, What should we do about him? Chapter 186 Punishment Chapter 186 Punishment nca didn''t think Matthew would really allow her to do anything to rk. Perhaps he just wanted her to vent her anger. Speaking of rk, Matthew put on a long face. He asked a man to take a pot of boiled water here. Then he slowly filled an empty cup with it and handed it to nca. "He cares about his face the most. You know what to do." The cup of water in her hand was still steaming. Matthew held nca''s wrist to force her to hold the cup. nca was shocked. She looked at Matthew in disbelief. "Do you want me to pour the water on his face?" nca looked at rk, who looked pale and had already been frightened. Sitting on the ground, he looked at them in disbelief, fearing that nca would pour the hot water on his face. His handsome face was the most important thing for him in this world. If it was ruined by the boiled water, he would no longer be able to flirt with those young girls. "He should pay for what he did," Matthew said simply. In his opinion, the thing they used to punish rk should be sulfuric acid, if nca were not so timid. How dare this guy to kidnap his woman? Of course, he deserved to be punished. nca didnt move. She was hesitating. She hated rk because he had lied to her, especially yesterday when she was extremely scared, but she didnt want to... "nca, if you are so weak, they will think its easy to bully you." It was the first time that Matthew talked to nca so gently. Perhaps because of the thing they had done between a man and a womanst night, he subconsciously treated nca as his woman. And most importantly, no one could bully his woman. Matthew knew that it would be difficult for nca to change her nature in a short time. He held nca''s hand and took her to rk. He said gently, "Close your eyes." If she didn''t know how to do it, he would teach her. Matthew''s voice sounded magical. nca hesitated for a moment, and soon closed her eyes obediently. Standing next to Matthew, she felt at ease when she smelled the faint mint fragrance from him. "Ahhh!" RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only nca felt that he was grabbing her hand and moving it, and then she heard a scream like a pig being butchered. When she opened her eyes, she saw rk covering his face and crying. His face was red and swollen, and water slid down his chin. nca was shocked and the teacup fell to the ground with a ng. "He deserves this," Matthew said. nca forced herself to calm down. She knew that Matthew did it for her own good. Kind people would often be hurt by bad people. Numerous people were vying for the positions and wealth ofrge families like the Grant family, so Matthew might be right. "Take her away." Matthew knew nca couldn''t calm down for a while, so he asked Curtis to take rk away. Curtis nodded and he knew what to do next. Mr. Grant never left any opportunity for his enemies to turn the tables. rk was taken away. nca was still in a daze. No one could know what kind of mood she was in. nca raised her head and looked at the arrogant Matthew. She asked, "Then what are you going to do to Louise? She is the mastermind of this matter." Looking at Matthew''s chiseled face, nca felt frustrated. They had just... done the most intimate thing between a woman and a manst night, but nca still felt that she had never known Matthew a little. Chapter 187 Trust You Chapter 187 Trust You In fact, nca didn''t expect the answer. After all, for Matthew, nca was just a wife of a contract, but Louise was his sister. Even for the sake of the Grant family, he wouldn''t punish Louise. "You dont have to care about this." As expected, Matthew''s indifferent tone stung nca''s heart. But she still smiled and said, "Okay, I trust you." Seeing her bright smile, Matthew''s heart skipped a beat. He thought it was amazing. He had met countless women like the upper-ssdies who were elegant, noble, young, beautiful, or charming. However, no one had been like nca. She had a bright smile on her face, but there was a sense of sadness in her eyes. "Oh, no!" nca suddenly pped her hands and shouted, which made Matthew frown. He always liked to be quiet and calm. Why was this woman always so startled? "What''s wrong?" But when he thought of her scent and their intimacy in bedst night, Matthew forced himself to suppress his temper. After all, he had taken away the most precious thing of a girl, and he needed to treat her well. "I forgot to ask for a leave. It''s noon now. Anna will think I have been absent." nca looked worried. Although she had saved a little money after she quit herst job, she had rarely made any money since she came to Oakshire. For nca, absenteeism was a big disaster, because money was everything in her eyes. Matthew was speechless. He had thought it might be something terrible. Matthew rubbed his ears that had almost been deafened by her loud shout and said, "You dont need to work these days." "Ah? Why? I have to work." nca wanted to make money. It was not easy for her to get a job with a high sry and work in the office. She wished she could work twenty-four hours a day. "I said no." Matthew had his own reason, but he didn''t intend to tell nca. nca''s face immediately darkened. "Why?" "Because I''m your boss." Matthew''s words were irrefutable. The boss was just someone who decided if RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only she could have a holiday. nca didn''t refute Matthew this time. Instead, she nodded thoughtfully. "You can''t afford my sry, so you want me to take a leave, right?" What did she say? Matthew''s face turned sullen. Did nca look so down on him? However, he was in a good mood today and didn''t want to argue with nca. He nced at nca and said, "Don''t you want to visit Mr. Butler?" nca had nned to go back to catch up on sleep. She was tormented by Matthewst night. When she got up in the morning, she even saw dark circles under her eyes. But when she heard Matthew''s words, she became excited again. Matthew agreed with her so quickly! She looked at Matthew expectantly. Matthew added, "Go change your clothes. You have ten minutes." nca was in high spirits at once. She took a long time to pick, and finally picked the white dress, but after getting on the car, she finally felt a little nervous, "The pendant is lost. Doesn''t it matter if we go there without it?" "No," Matthew replied casually. Chapter 188 Malinda’s Purpose Chapter 188 Malindas Purpose Ernest Butler only had a granddaughter, Malinda Roach, so he loved her very much. In particr, Malinda was also an obedient girl. She was gentle and adorable. Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. "Grandpa, Louise is my good friend. She has been wronged this time. rk has been chasing Louise, but Louise didn''t agree, which made rk angry. He likes Matthew''s wife, the girl named nca, so he deliberately set up such a trap to frame Louise. Grandpa, please help me to plead with Matthew. He only listens to you. Malinda had arrived at Ernest''s house two hours ago. After she came here, she had been begging Ernest like this. She had received the news in the morning that rk, the loser, had been sent back to the White family. rk was not favored in his family. The White family didn''t dare to offend Matthew, so they would certainly punish rk. Now that rk wouldn''t get her involved, she had to help the brainless Louise. "Oh? I''ve heard about it too. When did you be so interested in the affairs of the Grant family?" Ernest patted Malinda''s hand. This little girl had been serving him so tteringly after she came here, like massaging his shoulders or pouring tea for him. It turned out that this was just her purpose. "Louise is my good friend. Grandfather, please help me." Malinda said in a sweet voice. "Okay, okay. When Matthewes, I''ll ask him about it." "Thank you, Grandpa." Malinda immediately smiled sweetly, but her eyes shed a cunning light which Ernest didnt notice. After Ernest promised her, Malinda walked into the bedroom and called Louise. As soon as the phone was connected, Louise''s crying voice came through the phone, "Malinda, please help me. Now only you can save me. You have got the pendant. Now..." "I see." Malinda saidzily. She didn''t know why Matthew was so smart, but Louise was like a fool. Both of them grew up in the Grant family, but they werepletely different. Was it because of the different mothers? "Malinda, please help me. I don''t want anything bad to happen..." "Shut up. I''ve already asked my grandpa to plead for you." Malinda saidzily. She was a little annoyed to hear Louise''s voice now. But Louise was still useful, so she had to keep a good rtionship with such a stupid woman. After hanging up the phone, Malinda took out the pendant from her pocket. It was so clear like a crystal. Obviously, it was priceless. Well, how could nca have such a priceless thing? She thought for a while and then quickly put the pendant in her pocket. Then she dialed another number. She said in a deep voice to the person, "Hello? It''s me. Its time to publish the picture I sent you yesterday. Remember to find the media you know and spread it as soon as possible. Make sure that as many people as possible see the picture before Matthew finds it." "Okay." She always had good ns. After hanging up the phone, she heard the sound of the car engine outside. Judging from the sound, she knew that it must be a luxury car. After hanging up the phone, Malinda immediately went out with a bright smile like an innocent angel. Chapter 189 My Sweet Wife Chapter 189 My Sweet Wife nca''s heart beat fast. She had never been so nervous like now. The vi they got to was the one she came to with Matthew the day before yesterday, but she had no opportunity to see Ernest Butler at that time. "Nervous?" Of course... nca thought Matthew''s question was like nonsense. She was so nervous that her hands were full of cold sweat. No matter what the result would be, she had to take this opportunity to find out her identity. "I... I''m a little scared." nca told Matthew calmly. She began to trust Matthew. She was really nervous and told Matthew frankly. Matthew had thought that she would be angry after hearing his question, but he didn''t expect that she would be so honest. A smile appeared on his handsome face. Then he put his big hand on nca''s shoulder and pulled her into his arms. His voice was unusually gentle and charming. "Don''t be nervous. I will... protect you, my sweet wife." Sweet wife? nca red at him. She found that Matthew had changed a lot since that thing happenedst night. They had already walked in while they were talking. nca saw the old man sitting in the living room as soon as she got in. He had gray hair and was about seventy years old. He was wearing traditional clothes and looked dignified. It was obvious that he was a knowledgeable man. Was this her family? Tears welled up in nca''s eyes. She was so nervous that she even didnt know how she should behave. At this moment, Ernest also saw them. He picked up his presbyopic sses from the table and said, "Matthew,e here." The old man''s voice was a little hoarse, but it was obvious that he had been elegant when he was young. nca stood there, forgetting to move. Matthew held her arms and took her forward. She walked in a daze with him. Would Ernest Butler be her family member? She tried to find something simr to Ernest from herself but got nothing. "Mr. Butler, what can I do?" He finally found a time toe here after Ernest called himst time. Ernest also saw nca. He felt a sense of familiarity and intimacy when he looked at her. He was surprised, but he quickly recovered, so nca didnt notice it. "Is this your wife? She looks beautiful and gentle. How old are you, Mrs. Grant?" "Twenty-two." nca sat nervously on the sofa. Her palms were covered with cold sweat, and her nails were deeply sunken in her palms. Could Ernest Butler know who her parents were? "Mr. Butler..." Matthew reminded Ernest when he saw Ernest was stunned. He had also noticed the RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only strange atmosphere between the two of them. Did nca really have any connection with Mr. Butler? "Ahem... Matthew, in fact, I call you here just for a little case. You know my granddaughter, Malinda, is close to Louise. I heard that you locked Louise up today, and she..." There was no need to go on. At this point, Matthew had understood what Ernest meant. But he didn''t expect that Mr. Butler also knew this matter. Chapter 190 Scandal Chapter 190 Scandal However, Matthew was not a person who would be manipted, even if Ernest was his teacher. "This is my family affair. I will handle it well." Matthew said. The implication was that he didn''t want Ernest to get involved. Ernest wasn''t unhappy about it. After all, he had watched Matthew grow up, so he knew Matthews temper well. He just had to get the answer to make Malinda give up. "Oh, forget it," Ernest said. As he spoke, he looked at nca again. In fact, nca didn''t care what they were talking about at all. She just wanted to figure out her identity as soon as possible, but she Text property ? N?vel(D)ra/ma.Org. didn''t know how to start it. She could only look at Matthew for help. But Matthew didn''t seem to see her eyes. He even began to discuss other things with Ernest. nca was so anxious. The topic changed so fast and it was about to be about jade, so nca finally interrupted, "Mr. Butler, I heard from Matthew that you like jade. Do you know much about the pendant made of jade?" "The pendant made of jade?" Hearing that, Ernest became interested. He squinted and was waiting for the next. Seeing that, Matthew continued, "I saw you make a pendant a few years ago. You said it was for your family member. Do you remember it?" Matthew had begun to learn from Ernest when he was a child. He had seen the pendant made by Ernest, so he was surprised when he saw nca having it. Now he guessed that there might be connections between the two. "Well, I remember it. Yes, I gave it to Malinda." For Malinda? That made sense. Matthew was lost in thought. Back then, he heard that the granddaughter of the Roach family had disappeared for some time, and then she was found back. It was now the daughter of the Roach family, Ms. Malinda. Malinda hid behind the door and was listening to their conversation. Her face became more and more gloomy. If the pendant belonged to nca, then... No, she couldn''t let them know the truth. "Oh, its amazing!" Malinda cried out in surprise and trotted outside. Ernest was surprised to see his gentle and virtuous granddaughter being so flighty. He snapped, "Malinda, don''t be so impolite. What''s going on?" In fact, Ernest didn''t want to scold his beloved granddaughter, but he had to do this in front of outsiders. However, Malinda came over nervously with her mobile phone in her hand. With an anxious expression on her face, she said, "It''s... it''s a scandal about Matthew and nca. What should we do?" As she spoke, she handed the phone to nca. She didn''t give it to Matthew because she didn''t want to break up with Matthew yet. She just wanted to see the shocked expression on nca''s face. She didn''t know why, but she didn''t like nca at all. nca was a little confused. Her intuition told her that it was not a piece of good news, but she still took the phone. The news was shockingly obscene. "Mrs. Grant trysts with a toy boy." "nca Grant was forcefully taken away from the Empire group. It seems that there was sexual abuse..." "The wife of Mr. Grant from the Empire Group has been involved in a scandal..." The topic was hot everywhere on the Inte. It became the top search of many famous sites. nca looked at the picture in shock. The man''s face had been blurred, but it was clear that nca was tied to the chair with a blush on her face. The picture was obviously a piece of clear evidence to prove the scandal... Chapter 191 A Trap Chapter 191 A Trap The atmosphere in the living room changed because of the sudden appearance of Malinda. Ernest Butler looked at Malinda in confusion. "Malinda, what happened?" "Grandpa, let Matthew exin it. I... I can''t say it." Malinda looked at Matthew shyly. How could she let go of a perfect man like Matthew? If it weren''t for the sudden appearance of nca, Matthew would have belonged to her, but it wasn''t toote yet. When Malinda handed the phone to nca, Matthew had already seen the picture on the screen of the phone from a high perspective. Those photos... were actually published on the inte. He frowned. The first thing he thought about was not how to deal with the following problems, or whether the reputation of Empire Group would be damaged because of this. Instead, he snatched the phone away and said, "nca, don''t look at it anymore." "But now everyone is discussing. I can''t watch it go on like this." When nca just saw the photos, she was firstly shocked, then angry, and ashamed. After all, it was a disaster for any girl whose scandals were spread on the inte like this. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only nca knew that now she was Matthew Grant''s wife, so she was not the only one who would be affected by this. What if the stock market of Empire Group was affected, too? If Matthew asked her topensate for the loss, how could she afford it? "What do you want to do?" Surprisingly, Matthew didn''t give the order directly. Instead, he wanted to see how nca would deal with this matter. He knew that nca was different from other women and might have her own idea. Other women might cry or lose their minds when they saw their scandals spreading on the inte, but nca wouldn''t. The phone had been taken away by Matthew, but thements of thoseizens were still in nca''s mind. She clenched her fists, and her palms sweated. nca raised her head and said firmly, "I didn''t do it, and no one has ever molested me, so Louise must rify it for me." All this was nned by Louise. She wouldn''t let Louise get away with it. It was Louise''s fault, so Louise was the one who should be punished. Ernest was slightly surprised by nca''s words. This girl seemed to have an unusual temperament. Any other girl, when they faced such a problem, would hide behind Matthew and ask him to solve it, but nca was still calm and even could find out the source of the problem. She knew Louise was the source who started it and could finish it. "Oh?" "Louise will be more convincing than rk. Mr. Butler just said that he wanted us to give Louise a way out. I think it''s a good opportunity for her." nca said with a smile. In this way, they could not only do Ernest Butler a favor but also teach Louise a lesson. It was a nice n. As for the person who had posted these photos on the Inte, she would find it out and let him or her know the result of ndering her. Anyone who dared to nder her should be punished. "That''s not a good idea!" Malinda suddenly spoke. Her face turned pale. She knew that Louise cared most about her reputation, so Louise was definitely unwilling to rify it. Louise would speak the truth if she was pushed too hard. Therefore, Malinda refused it without hesitation. As soon as she finished her words, she found that everyone was looking at her. Malinda knew she was too impulsive, so she quickly exined, "It will damage the reputation of the Grant family if Louise gets involved." Chapter 192 Jealousy Chapter 192 Jealousy nca didn''t agree with Malinda''s words. It was obvious that Louise had a good rtionship with Malinda, so it was not strange for Malinda to help Louise. However, rk was ordered by Louise. Why did Louise want her pendant? nca touched her neck and was lost in thought. Matthew stood up and said to Ernest, "Mr. Roach, we have some personal affairs to deal with today, so we have to go." After saying that, Matthew pulled nca up and took a meaningful look at Malinda before leaving. "Matthew" "Why are you still standing there? Go and see them off!" Ernest immediately winked at Malinda. Definitely, he knew Malinda had a crush on Matthew. Although Matthew already had a wife and he didn''t want his granddaughter to make any rtionship with a married man, he also didn''t want Matthew to have a grudge against the Roach family because of Malinda''s words. Malinda hesitated for a moment and hurried to catch up with them. Matthew and nca had got to their car. Matthew opened the door like a gentleman. nca got in without hesitation. Malinda, who had just run out, saw this scene. She was quite jealous of nca. Why could nca enjoy all of these with no effort? Though Malinda was gloomy, she had to run over and call Matthew to stop, "Matthew!" Matthew was talking to nca. When he heard the voice behind him, he turned around and saw Malinda running towards him. She ran so fast that her hair was flying in wind. "Matthew, I''m sorry. I didn''t mean to do that. Please don''t mind..." Malinda and Matthew were sorts of friends. When Matthew was a child, he often met with Malinda when he came to learn something from Ernest. Although they didn''t talk much, because Louise and Malinda were friends, so Malinda also called his name intimately. But actually, they were just acquaintances and were not that close. "Miss Roach, I have something else to do. Please tell Mr. Roach I wille to see him another day." Matthew nodded at Malinda politely and indifferently. Then he walked around the front of the car and got on it. The car sped away quickly. Malinda stood there and watched the car leave. Why? Why could nca have everything including such a perfect man? She was almost pissed off, but she still looked calm. On their way back, Matthew just kept frowning. Seeing that he seemed a little unhappy, nca took the initiative to find a topic, "Hey, Matthew, does Miss Roach like you?" Hearing nca''s words, Matthew looked more unhappy. "It''s none of your business." Matthew nced at her coldly. Then he found that nca just mentioned this in a casual tone, which made him feel a little ufortable. He asked, "Are you jealous?" "Ha ha, why should I be jealous?" Matthew was even more displeased when he saw her smiling look as if they had no connections at all. It seemed that she didn''t care about his rtionship with other women at all. "Why shouldn''t you? We have just slept together, haven''t we?" There were mischief and anger in his eyes, but his tone was soft and lustful. Seeing that nca''s face slowly flushed under his gaze, he finally felt a little better. He did not know why he always wanted to molest nca. And when nca blushed, he would always say something more lustful, "It is said that a woman will be more and more dependent on the man after they have sex." RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only "Who told you that? It''s nonsense!" "Ha." Matthew chuckled and said nothing. nca didn''t dare to mention this topic anymore. She began to think about other things in silence. She had tried to ask Ernest just now. It seemed that Ernest had really made a pendant, but he had already given it to his granddaughter, so it was not the one she had... Chapter 193 Disappointment Chapter 193 Disappointment Sitting in the car, nca felt a little disappointed. It seemed that the only clue was also useless. She sighed. She didn''t know that Matthew had seen all her expressions. What kind of expression was this on her face? Sadness? Why was she sad? nca unconsciously looked out of the window at the pharmacy while she was lost in thought. Suddenly, she was reminded of something. She blushed and looked at Matthew, "Matthew, can you stop there? I want to buy something." "What?" Matthew asked, "What do you want to buy? Do you have to buy it now?" It was dangerous for nca to walk outside. Besides, there was everything at home. nca nodded. She couldn''t let him know what she was going to buy. She had to make up a lie. "I... I have a period, so I have to buy some painkillers." Matthew was silent for a moment, but he still slowed down the car. Then he unfastened the seat belt. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only nca didn''t understand what he meant at first. Seeing that he was going to get out of the car with her, she quickly said, "I can go by myself." If Matthew was with her, her real purpose would be exposed. "Let me help you." Matthew said this indifferently. nca was stunned, and then she understood what he was talking about. nca''s face suddenly flushed. She quickly unfastened the seat belt and ran out of the car, "I can buy it by myself." nca ran so fast as if a ghost was chasing after her. Matthew looked at her back with a meaningful smile. When nca arrived at the door of the pharmacy, she finally breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, Matthew didn''t follow her. She walked around and finally found the contraceptive pills. She swallowed nervously. Yesterday, she had sex with Matthew by ident. But she knew that they hadn''t taken any contraceptives at that time. What if she got pregnant? She had a little crush on Matthew, and Matthew was handsome, rich, and intelligent, so the child of them must be excellent, but she was only twenty-two years old and was not ready for it. Thinking of this, nca quickly picked up a box of contraceptive pills. Then she went to the counter quickly. She couldn''t let anyone see her buying it. After paying the bill, the cashier suddenly shouted, "Aren''t you the wife of the chairman of the Empire Group?" "No, I''m not. You got the wrong person!" nca didn''t even want the change. She picked up the pills and was about to run away, but the onlookers wouldn''t let her go. They immediately surrounded her, and some of them even began to livestream this scene. Not long after, the reporters nearby had also arrived. nca was a little flustered when she saw such a scene. "Mrs. Grant, please ask our questions. Have you been molested after you were kidnapped? Can the Grant family still ept an impure woman like you?" "What''s that in your hand? Is it the contraceptive pills? Are you pregnant with the kidnapper''s child?" "Mrs. Grant, please answer our question directly. Was it a show when you showed off your love with Mr. Grantst time in the press conference? In fact, you don''t have a good rtionship with Mr. Grant, right?" The reporter''s questions were harsh. nca wanted to hide the contraceptive pills in her hand, but she had no opportunity. Since the reporters already blocked her way out, she could only force herself to calm down. She tried to keep calm by biting her tongue. She was scared, but she knew that she couldn''t be weak at this time. Chapter 194 Pass Out Chapter 194 Pass Out "Mrs. Grant, please answer our questions directly!" A reporter approached nca and shouted. nca became cold. Pointing at the reporter, she said firmly, "Don''t get any closer. If you take one more step forward, I will sue you for harassment." The reporters were disappointed because they had never seen any flustered expression on nca''s face. They all held their cameras and looked forward to this. As long as she showed a flustered expression, the cameras would catch it. Then they would exaggerate the matter, so it would definitely attract attention. Besides, nca had been kidnapped before, so maybe she had already been raped by the kidnapper. The Grant family wouldn''t ept her anymore. Just as they were in a stalemate, nca felt dizzy and weak. Perhaps she had got too tiredst night and she was stimted so much today. She was falling to the ground and was about to pass out. The expected pain of falling did note to her. She only smelled a familiar fragrance of mint before she lost consciousness. "Is it enough?" Matthew held nca in his arms and looked around at the crowd with a long face. nca didn''te back after such a long time. He had been waiting for a long time and finally became impatient, so he came to have a look. The scene here shocked him. How dare these people to force her like this? "Mr. Grant..." "Mr. Grant, please answer our questions! Has Mrs. Grant been molested by the kidnapper?" One brave reporter asked, so he immediately saw Matthew''s murderous eyes. How dare these reporters to gossip about Empire Group? And how dare they gossip about his personal life? However, when he looked at nca in his arms, he replied unexpectedly, "Look at this carefully. Whose arms is she in and whose woman is she?" His charisma was so imposing that no one here dared to look straight into his eyes. The way was blocked by those reporters just now, but when Matthew came, they made way for him consciously. Matthew held nca in his arms and looked at her pale face. He was irritated because his woman had been bullied by these people. He looked at the crowd again, "You will ruin yourpany if you dare to write any nonsense again." Then he left with nca in his arms. The reporters held their cameras and didn''t dare to move. After Matthew left, they finally found that their palms were covered with cold sweat. It seemed that the rumor was nonsense. Mr. Grant cared about his sweet wife so much! This was even more shocking than the scandal. Matthew opened the car door and put nca in the back seat. Her ck hair was scattered on her red cheeks. When he was about to leave, something fell from her hand. Matthew just nced at it indifferently and didn''t pay much attention to it. He called Curtis and asked him to contact the hospital. Then he got in the car and drove away. After a while, they arrived at the hospital. Matthew took nca out of the car and carried her into the hospital with a gloomy face. After nca was carried away by doctors and nurses, he finally spoke to Curtis, "Something is left in my car. Find it and bring it here." Curtis nodded and left. After checking on nca, the doctor took off the stethoscope and said to RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only Matthew, "Mrs. Grant is fine. She is just... She passed out Probably because she was too tired from sex and has been nervous for too long. She will be fine after a rest." The doctor said awkwardly. He had seen the hickey on nca''s corbone during the examination just now. Mr. Grant looked gentle, but he was actually so violent when he was having sex. Chapter 195 He Found the Contraceptive Pills Chapter 195 He Found the Contraceptive Pills Matthew was also embarrassed. He put his fist on his lips and coughed to cover up his embarrassment. "I see. You can go out now." The doctor and nurse left in a hurry. Matthew then approached nca. nca was lying on the bed like a lifeless robot. She was always aggressive and presumptuous before him. Matthew had never seen a woman like her. She was like a cat with sharp ws and teeth. But now he saw her lying on the bed quietly like a doll. He actually wanted to touch her face, and when he thought so, he did it. Matthew touched her delicate and fair face with his fingers. He was smiling subconsciously. "Mr. Grant, I''ve brought it back..." Suddenly, Curtis''s voice came from outside. Matthew paused and quickly reached back his hand. Curtis had alreadye in. Curtis looked at Matthew with a weird look. He had seen something, hadn''t he? Matthew ignored Curtis''s tentative eyes. He said, "Give it to me." nca told him that she was on her period, so Matthew thought that the thing in Curtis''s hands should be tampons or painkillers. But Curtis looked hesitant and didn''t want to give it to him. Matthew frowned and realized that RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only something had gone wrong. "What''s wrong?" "Mr. Grant, are you sure you want to see this..." Curtis was in a dilemma. He still looked hesitant. Matthew had always been a man of action. He took it from Curtis and said, "Don''t talk so much nonsense." He was a little unhappy, but when he saw the thing in his hand, his face became even colder. "Well, maybe we shouldn''t guess too much before Mrs. Grant wakes up." "Get out." "Mr. Grant" "Get out of here!" Matthew held the box tightly. He wanted to throw it away, but he didn''t do that. For no reason, he clenched it tightly in anger. After Curtis went out, Matthew turned to look at nca, who was still sleeping but frowning. She had sex with himst night, but today she went to a pharmacy to buy contraceptive pills. "nca, you''ve done a good job." He said this through his gritted teeth. Then he put the box on the table, stood up, and left without looking back. "Mr. Grant, where are you going? Mrs. Grant..." When Curtis saw Matthewe out, he thought nca had already woken up. However, Matthew gave him a re and then left without hesitation. It seemed that Mrs. Grant was in trouble. nca felt that she hadn''t had a good rest for a long time. These days, she had to bear the pressure from work during the day. She couldn''t take any wrong steps, so she had to be concentrated all the time. Moreover, she had to work overtime to make a cartoon image at night. Most importantly, she had to face a lot of trouble brought by the title of Mrs. Grant. Finally, she could have a good sleep. When she woke up again and opened her sleepy eyes, it was already dark outside. And when she found that she was in the hospital, she finally remembered that she had passed out before many reporters. Was it Matthew who sent her here? She smiled and wanted to get up to look for Matthew, but she saw the contraceptive pills on the table. "Mrs. Grant, you finally wake up. Please call Mr. Grant as soon as possible..." "What?" Chapter 196 Their Marriage Was A Contract Chapter 196 Their Marriage Was A Contract nca looked at Curtis in confusion. In fact, she didn''t know Curtis well, so she was unused to his intimate attitude. "What''s wrong with him? Was it Matthew who sent me here?" nca asked in confusion. Did he leave after he sent her here? Was it because... nca suddenly had a bad feeling. She stared at the contraceptive pill in her hand, and as expected, she heard Curtis say, "Mr. Grant saw the pills you bought, so he left angrily. Mrs. Grant, since you have married him, you can''t... It''s a huge blow to a man." nca''s heart skipped a beat. Sure enough, he found it. But now they just had a contractual marriage and had no love with it. It was irresponsible for them to have a child at this time. nca wanted to exin, but looking at the eager eyes of Curtis, she didn''t know how to exin it. "Anyway, Mr. Grant was very angry. He protected you in front of so many reporters but then found your contraceptive pills. Mrs. Grant, there is no other way but to say sorry to him as soon as possible." nca was scared by his words. The contraceptive pills in her hand now became the source of trouble. "Was he really so angry?" "Absolutely yes," Curtis said with certainty. As a professional assistant, it was his job to help his boss. As soon as Matthew returned to thepany, he shut himself up in his office and worked silently. Curtis had already heard that from his fellows. All of them were worried because they would suffer a lot if nca didn''t go to coax the boss.Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. Curtis tried so hard to persuade nca, finally, nca was moved. Now that the pendant was gone, she had to rely on Matthew. It was not a good thing to offend Matthew at this time. She thought for a while and asked, "Curtis, can you drive me to thepany?" "I''ll drive!" Curtis said with a smile. He thought his n was perfect. Well, Mr. Grant would reward him, wouldn''t he? Sitting in the car, nca wondered how Matthew had dealt with the matter before. If she had annoyed him, he might not ask Louise to rify the rumors for her. The more she thought about it, the sadder she felt. When the car arrived at the Empire Group Building, Curtis was afraid that Matthew would vent his anger on him, so he escaped without hesitation. After hesitating for a while, nca finally walked inside. She was being gazed at by the employees all the way and finally got to the door of Matthew''s office. But before nca entered, she heard a coquettish voice inside. "Matthew, please go with me. That''s my movie. Go with me, please." nca felt sick of this voice. She thought since Matthew had asked her to drive away all the annoying women who had a crush on him, it was a good chance for her to show her ability. nca coughed and pushed the door open. "Miss Harris, it has been a long time. Are you here for my husband?" As nca spoke, she walked to Matthew''s desk and gently held Matthew''s arm, which made Elizabeth re at her. "Who... Who do you think you are? You are just..." Before Elizabeth could finish her words, she sensed a cold gaze and quickly changed the topic. She smiled at nca and said, "It has been a long time since I came to Matthewst time, so I''m here to invite him for dinner." Chapter 197 Cold War Chapter 197 Cold War When nca was about to say something, she felt Matthew had taken his arm away from her grab. He nced at nca indifferently and asked, "Why are you here?" His tone was cold as if he was talking to a stranger. The smile on nca''s face froze. But perhaps Curtis was right. Matthew looked cold but he was a warm man. At least he had sent her to the hospital. She smiled again. "Thanks for sending me to the hospital when I passed out. Matthew, I have something private to say, so we..." nca believed in the principle that any man would be moved by the sweet voice of a coquettish woman, which was also said by Curtis. She tried to hold Matthew''s arm again, but Matthew dodged again. Elizabeth immediately realized that they seemed to be at odds. Was it because of the kidnapping? Elizabeth was overjoyed. She looked at Matthew and said, "Matthew, it''s time to get off work. Let''s go to have dinner together. I happen to know a nice restaurant." nca stared at her hand holding nothing and was unable to react for a moment. Immediately after, Matthew stood up. The shadow of his tall figure covered her and he said to Elizabeth, "Let''s go." Then he picked up his coat and left directly. What? It seemed that Matthew didn''t intend to "forgive" her. ncaughed at herself. She thought they were still strangers who just had an ident night together, but why did she feel a little sad when she saw Matthew and Elizabeth walk out together? Holding Matthew''s arm, Elizabeth grinned so happily. "Matthew, what do you like to eat? I''ll ask the chef..." Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. "Get your hands off." Matthew cast a cold nce at Elizabeth who was holding his arm. Elizabeth was stunned, "Matthew, why are you angry with me? I..." "Get your hands off me," Matthew said coldly. Now that they had left his office already arrived at the door of the elevator, Matthew''s gentle expression had long been reced by a cold one, as if she was a stranger. Elizabeth suddenly realized that Matthew was using her as an excuse. Did he do it on purpose to make nca jealous? "Elizabeth, this is thest time. Don''te to me again." After saying that, he entered the special elevator for the chairman, ignoring Elizabeth''s stupefied look. The moment he entered the elevator, Matthew''s face turned cold. That woman knew he was angry because she had bought the contraceptive pills, but she pretended that nothing had happened. She even didn''t say sorry to him. Did she want to make him forget that so easily? Thinking of this, Matthew called Curtis. "Prepare a sumptuous dinner." "Ah? Yes, sir." Was Mr. Grant going to make up with Mrs. Grant? Curtis thought happily. It seemed that he was really a master of love and a good mentor. Thinking of this, Curtis reserved a table in the most expensive restaurant nearby the Empire Group Building. He should go to remind nca, but suddenly he saw Elizabeth walk out angrily? Did Miss Harrise to Mr. Grant again? Curtis was stunned. He had forgotten to remind nca when he thought of this. Chapter 198 Have Dinner with Peter Chapter 198 Have Dinner with Peter nca was standing quietly in the office, and she felt sad as if she had lost something important. She was thinking of Matthew''s different attitude towards her and Elizabeth. She wanted to drive it out of her mind, but it became more and more unforgettable. Ring! Suddenly, her phone rang. nca took it out and found it was a message from Peter. "Have a meeting?" nca was surprised. Did Peter finally agree to be her teacher? Now that Matthew had given her a holiday, she had plenty of time, so nca put Matthew aside and quickly made an appointment with Peter. When she went out, she specially bought a mask and a ck beret. She looked like a popr star who was chased and intercepted by her fans. The ce where they were going to meet was a popr restaurant nearby the Empire Group Building. nca arrived early and chose a table near the window. She was shocked when she read the menu and saw the expensive prices of the dishes here. "Hey, the ce you chose today is not bad." Peter came here on the skateboard. When he saw nca, he winked at her and put the skateboard away. He looked at nca up and down and asked, "Why did you dress like this? You seem toe here to meet your lover." "Shut up!" nca stopped him. She still remembered that she was caught by the reporters in the pharmacy this noon. Definitely, she had to be more careful. nca handed the menu to Peter. Peter ordered some food quickly. nca said sorry to her money whenever Peter ordered one dish. "What brings you here today?" nca asked tentatively. Now that Peter contacted her, it meant that he thought she was qualified. So she had to take the initiative at this time. "Let''s have dinner first." Peter smiled. After the meal, nca felt that her wallet was empty. Peter casually leaned against the chair and said, "I agree to ept you as my student but on one condition." nca was overjoyed. But she didn''t show her joy on her face. She coughed and asked, "What condition? I should know if your condition is reasonable." What? She even learned to bargain now. Peter sighed and was surprised, but soon, he agreed. "Okay. You need to be on call." "But I need to work." nca frowned. "Work for me. I''ll give you ten thousand a month. What do you think?" Peter asked. nca''s eyes widened. She loved money, but she loved to do what she liked more. Everyone knew Peter was capable, and he had something to do with Ernest Butler, so if... nca was excited and moved. Just as she was about to say yes, she saw someone pass by the window angrily. nca was stunned and thought she might have made a mistake. She took a closer look and was sure it was Elizabeth. Why was she here? Didn''t she go out for dinner with Matthew? "Hey, hey, what are you looking at?" Peter followed nca''s gaze but saw nothing. nca smiled, "Give me two days to think about it. I will reply to you after that, okay?" If she wanted to quit this job, she should at least tell Matthew. Matthew was supposed toe downstairs for dinner, but when he heard a familiar voice, he immediately asked Curtis to keep quiet. After listening carefully, he found that it was indeed nca''s Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. voice. This woman had just taken contraceptive pills, and now she even wanted to resign. And the reason why she wanted to resign was for Peter. "Mr. Grant, should I go to invite Mrs. Grant here?" Curtis looked at Matthew''s long face. Matthew looked so angry that Curtis was afraid that Matthew would smash the restaurant out of rage. Chapter 199 Are You Interested in My Wife? Chapter 199 Are You Interested in My Wife? There were exquisite dishes on the table, all untouched. Matthew''s face was long and sullen. He didn''t say anything. "Mr. Grant" "Shut up!" Matthew cast a cold nce at Curtis, which made Curtis stop talking. But obviously, nca didn''t know that she and Matthew would coincidentally have dinner in the same restaurant. Peter yed with the cup in his hand and said. "No, I can only give you one hour. One hour. Agree or not?" nca frowned. Peter leaned forward slightly with a seductive expression on his face. "I have to warn you kindly that there will no longer be such a great opportunity in the future." After all, many people wanted to be his assistant. In his eyes, an apprentice just meant a free assistant. "Forget it. I will find anyone else if you don''t agree." Peter shook his head and pretended to leave. He Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. had already stood up and said to nca. "Thank you for your meal. I''m leaving." "Wait!" "What? Have you changed your mind?" Definitely, nca also saw Peter''s mischievous look, but she had no other choice. "I agree." nca closed her eyes. When she opened her eyes again, her eyes were full of determination. For her, the job offered by Empire Group was nothing more than a good experience, but only by following Peter could she get what she wanted. She knew which one was more important. Peter had expected that nca would agree. He chose her just for her persistence. "Well, wish us a pleasant cooperation!" Peter reached out his hand to her. nca hesitated for a moment. But when she was about to reach out to hold Peter''s hand, someone suddenly stood in front of her. Then her arm was grabbed and she was pulled up. "Mr. Grant? What a coincidence! You''re here, too." nca was scared when she heard Peter''s words. She shivered and looked up at Matthew''s cold eyes, which showed that he was somewhat displeased. No... "Coincidence? Peter, you seem to be interested in my wife." Matthew held nca''s arm tightly and cast a sharp nce at Peter. How dare this man flirt with his wife in front of him? Didn''t he know Matthew was powerful and merciless? "Mr. Grant, you seem to misunderstand me." Peter smiled and looked into Matthew''s eyes. "Your wife wants to work with me, right? nca?" As soon as Peter finished his words, Matthew turned around and stared at nca. Good, very good. She wore a ck hat and a mask. Was she here for work or for an affair? Did she think one scandal was still not enough? Matthew squinted, which scared nca. "Mr. Grant, are you here for dinner? Where is Miss Harris?" nca decided to fight back. She looked at Matthew with a smile and asked him politely. Since he had abandoned her and gone to have dinner with Elizabeth, definitely, she also had the right to eat with another man. As expected, Matthew''s face darkened when he heard nca''s words. "nca Grant." He almost squeezed these words out of his gritted teeth. nca was timid, but she couldn''t always be a coward. "Peter, leave here now. Remember our deal." Chapter 200 I Hate You Chapter 200 I Hate You nca felt a little pain on her wrist, so she raised her head subconsciously and stared at Matthew. She tried to find Elizabeth behind him, but she didn''t find her. She saw Curtis winking at her, and then Matthew had pulled nca away. "Hey..." "Peter, that''s a family affair. Please stay out of it." Peter wanted to help her but was stopped by Curtis. "Matthew, let go of me. What do you want to do in public?" nca, who was being dragged by Matthew, staggered behind him. She was terrified on the way. There was a restaurant downstairs, but a room for the customers to rest upstairs. Was Matthew going to... nca was even more scared. Matthew was as merciless as a devil from hell. The quarrel between them had attracted many people''s attention, but Matthew pushed nca into the elevator without saying anything. Then he also strode in. "You know you are in a public ce?" Matthew approached her. Feeling the danger, nca immediately took two steps back, but only two steps because she had no more room to step back. Her back was against the cold wall. She clenched her fists and squinted like what Matthew was doing, waiting for Matthew''s action. If he dared to beat her, she would... "nca, have you lost your mind?" "What?" nca stopped raising her knees and looked at Matthew in confusion. Matthew snorted and looked down at her. "You were hunted by so many reporters in the morning, so how dare youe to a tryst this afternoon?" "Matthew, watch yournguage." nca was also angry. He ndered her for no reason. She and Peter were clearly innocent. But Matthew and Elizabeth might not be innocent! "Oh, did I say something wrong? Youe here for a tryst." "Matthew! That''s enough!" All of a sudden, nca put her hand against his chest. She looked sad and angry, "Don''t you know why I was hunted by the reporters? Don''t you know why I came out with a mask and a cap? It''s all because of you. If it weren''t for you, I was just amoner now and no one would pay attention to me at all. Even if we have reached an agreement on a contractual marriage, could you please keep your troublesome sister away from me? Don''t let her always bring trouble for me." As nca spoke, she pointed at Matthew''s chest with her slender and fair fingers. Over and over again. "What did you say?" Matthew was stunned. It was the first time that someone dared to speak to him like this. What a brave girl... Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. "Are you deaf? Can''t you understand it? Let me speak it once again. I hate both you and your sister." nca was really angry this time. In her eyes, she was free and had all kinds of rights. Matthew had no right to ask her to do anything or even restrain her. "nca, do you know who you are talking to?" Looking at Matthew''s livid face, nca didn''t say anything but bit her lips stubbornly. At this time, the elevator door opened. nca pushed Matthew away and ran out quickly. Matthew''s shoulder was knocked away by her. It hurt much, but he got an even more painful emotion. The elevator stopped on floor 18th. Regardless of anything, nca ran straight to the stairs and ran downstairs quickly. Standing downstairs and looking at the building, she suddenly felt a little cold. Chapter 201 Being drunk Chapter 201 Being drunk Looking at the sea of cars around her, nca stood by, at a loss, like a stranger in a foreign city. She didnt understand why she was so angry. Maybe because it wounded her dignity and things that were most important to her. After wandering around aimlessly for a while, nca walked into a bar. The bar bustled with people. Lights shone brightly and loud music filled the air. Hello, Miss. What would you like to drink? a waiter asked loudly. Watching men and women swinging on the dance floor, nca managed a smile. She sat down at the bar and ordered a drink. She took a sip. Wine slipped down her throat into her stomach. The wine was so strong that it almost brought tears to her eyes. While nca was staring nkly at the dancers, a man sat beside her. She frowned, as she just actually wanted to be alone. But when she stood up and nned to find a new proper seat, the man seized her hand. Where are you going? said a voice nca knew. nca took a closer look at the man. Then she went pale. Wha-what are you doing here, Jim? asked nca in surprise. She seemed to be a little drunk and brighter color came into her face. She looked at Jim and swayed a little, still clutching the edge of the table for support. ncas glossing red lips caught Jims eye. He had always envied Matthew, because of his sess. And now Jims jealousy was even stronger, for Matthew had such a beautiful wife. Jim held back his jealousy. You neednt be so surprised. Ie to this bar quite often, he said, keeping his tone deliberately casual. Then he leaned towards nca and asked, Why are you here? Did you have an argument with Matthew? I Before nca finished the sentence, Jim interrupted her. Hush. Let me guess. Seems like you and Matthew are having problems. Because of the scandal? Why? I heard Matthew have punished them, said Jim. He put his hand on ncas shoulder, but nca moved away quickly. Jim frowned slightly at her. Next Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. second, he took her in his arms imperatively, with a sly grin, which made nca feel terribly uneasy. I know you drunk, nca! Ill take you for a rest, said Jim. No, I wont. nca knocked his hand away. A furrow of irritation showed between her brows. I feel like having a drink, she said. OK. Great! Drink with you! Jim said and called a waiter, Two shots of tequ, please! After that, nca got totally wasted. Her face became pink and her eyes seemedrger and very bright. She pointed a finger at Jim and said, Matthew! You bastard! Why did you talk to me like that? Why is it that you do not trust me? Yes, youre right. The guys a jerk. Ill take you to a room to get some rest, Jim said. When Jim saw her so drunk, he was in ecstasy. He walked up to nca and helped her rise. nca seemed unable to walk steadily. Shey quietly in his arms and went upstairs with him. When Elizabeth happened to see that, she stood petrified with astonishment. She didnt expect nca was such a drunken slut! She was so angry that her fists were trembling. Of course, she also thought it could be her big chance. At this thought, she grabbed her phone and dialed Matthews number. Hey, Matthew! I saw But Elizabeth stopped when she had second thoughts. Maybe this was not the right time to tell Matthew the truth. Elizabeth thought she needed to be a bit more patient, because if Matthew could see nca having sex with Jim in person, that would be perfect. Come to think of it, Elizabeth quickly changed her mind. She said on the phone, Im sorry, Matthew. I have the wrong number. Chapter 202 In danger Chapter 202 In danger nca was too drunk to tell who was next to her. She was rather sick and giddy. She leaned on Jim, and followed in his footsteps. Before too long, she heard a door open and felt herself lifted onto a bed. You son of a bitch, Matthew! Why dont you believe me? nca murmured, and her eyes were closed. Oh, yes, yes, Im a bastard. Looking at the drunken beauty in the bed, Jim could not wait to make love to her. Her naturally fair and soft skin made Jim feel his heart pounding fiercely in his chest. He took off his jacket and said with a smile, Wait a minute, nca! Im going to take a shower. Having sex with Matthews wife, especially, with such a beautiful woman, would be exciting and amazing. At this thought, Jim took all his clothes off and dashed into the bathroom. At this moment, nca woke up because she needed some water, for she was burning up with thirst. She sat up and opened her eyes. Then she got out of bed and saw a bottle of water. She gulped down it, but it was not quite enough. Im so thirsty, Mrs. Brown. Could you get me a ss of water? Nobody Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. answered. nca gazed around the room, skeptical. It was only then that she realized that she was not in her home! It looked like a hotel! Soon she noticed something else. A pile of mans clothes was lying on the ground - jacket, shirt, belt and pants! What the hell?! she shouted out. She looked down at her clothes. They were still intact. She heaved a great sigh of relief. These mans clothes must be Matthews, she thought. He must have brought her here when she drunk. When nca heard the sound of running water in the bathroom, she guessed that Matthew must be in there. She knocked on the door and said, Are you in there, Matthew? I Before she finished her sentence, the door opened and Jim was standing in front of her, naked. Couldnt wait, nca? Im ready! Sudden panic made nca open her mouth in horror. God! Why are you here? Her face was flushed with fury. She grabbed something she could find to hit him. Jim was obviously caught off guard. He ran around, with his hands over his head. nca was outraged for the memory came up in her mind suddenly. Jim grew hot with rage too, because it was the first time he had been beaten by a woman. Abandoning all pretense, he shouted, Stop! Stop! nca, you crazy bitch. Behave yourself. You could not escape this time. Then he grasped her arm and dragged her to the bed. nca kicked and pushed, and tried to escape, but she failed. Jim managed to hold her down. For an instant nca was gripped by despair. She began to tremble with fear. You cannot do this, Jim! Matthew wont let you get away with this! nca shouted and suddenly remembered Matthew. She took her phone out and dialed a familiar number. Chapter 203 Blanca’s call Chapter 203 ncas call After Matthew came in, Curtis was right in the middle of meal. He walked toward Curtis, looking stern. Hearing footsteps, Curtis looked up to him in amazement. Mr. Grant, why are you here? Shouldnt you be Curtis kept his mouth shut when he saw Matthew looking so angry. Tell everyone! nca is not allowed to resign, said Matthew with a cold tone. Yes, Mr. Grant! When Matthew was just about to leave, Curtis phone rang. Curtis nced down at the screen and found the call came from nca. He looked at Matthew in perplexity and said, Its Mrs. Grant. Matthew froze for an instant, looking mildly surprised. He still was angry and didnt want to answer the phone, but Curtis knew nothing about what had happened between them. So, he picked up and put nca on speakerphone. And then, some voice came from the other end of the phone. Stop! Jim! Please just dont do it. Or Matthew will kill you! Who do you think you are, nca? You scandal disgraced Matthew! Now, you didnt mean anything to him! Get off me! Get off me! A noise of shouts and shrieks, mingled with dissonant crashing sound came from the other end of the phone. Matthew was dark with rage. He took a step forward and took the phone, but the noise was extinguished. The phone was hung up. Curtis was really in the dark on everything. He looked confusedly at Matthew, whose face was dark with anger. Mr. Grant he asked tentatively. Find out where she is! Matthewmanded. Anger was boiling up inside him. In fact, Jim used to plot behind Matthews back, but Matthew left him alone. This time, Jim was way out of line. A few minutester, Curtis had traced the address. The bar was only about two kilometers away from where they were. Five minutester, Matthew and Curtis went into the bar. In almost no time, Matthews handsome appearance caught the attention of most women there. They moved closer to him with a big smile. Hey, lover boy. Would you like to go for a drink with me or something? Hi! Get your cute butt over here. We can Matthew quickly pushed them aside impatiently, anger shing in his eyes. Curtis had got Jims room number and said, Mr. Grant, theyre upstairs. Matthew nodded and rushed upstairs. In the room, nca struggled, and screamed for help, but all in vain. Jim put a gag in her mouth, RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only muffling her voice. nca looked up at him with fear and despair. Tears began toe to her eyes. Jim had no sympathy, in contrast, ncas cute, sad eyes made him more excited. He rubbed ncas face gently and said, Be a good girl and Ill be gentle. Before Jim could kiss his beauty, someone pulled him off, throwing him roughly to the ground. Jims anger red and shouted, Son of a bitch! How dare you! But when he saw the face, he was too frightened to move. Matthew?! Chapter 204 Saving Blanca Chapter 204 Saving nca nca was lying on the bed, motionless, her eyes closed. Her face was pallid, her lips trembling. When she heard Matthews name, she did not dare open her eyes. She was afraid it was just a dream. nca felt the man atop her was gone. And soon, a coat was ced over her. She opened her eyes slowly, and saw Matthew standing in front of her, looking stern. She could see the anger in his ck eyes. Its the third time, nca! Matthew said between gritted teeth. He had saved her three times since they were married. The first time, she was kidnapped by her ex- boyfriend Todd. The second time, she was taken away by rk, who pretended to be a cop. rk tried to rape her but he failed. Even so, the news was soon spread abroad. Today was the third time, he found her wife lying with his cousin on the same bed! Matthew had reached his limit. Matthews voice was quiet but reproachful. nca felt slightly hurt. Sorry, but its not my fault, she said. She looked at Matthew, her eyes full of sudden tears and looking miserable. She looked thin under Matthewsrge coat. Just watching her, all the anger in Matthew went out. He sighed and his eyes grew tender. She was right, it was not her fault. Except for Todd, both rk and Jim had something to do with the Grant family. Jim sat down on the ground, panting. He got beat up by Matthew. Bruises covered all his face, blood seeping from the wounds. Jim stared at the back of Matthew, with frightened eyes. While he found Matthews attention was on nca, he wanted to try to escape, but when he reached the door, Curtis stopped him. Where do you want to go, Jim? he sneered. Jims face went red. He looked round at Matthew. What do you want me to do, Matthew? Enough is enough! said Jim, his teeth gritted, his voice shaking with anger. Matthew gave him a look of deep disgust. He hated people like Jim, but usually, he didnt intervene with Jims patterns. Jim gone too far this time. He didnt know how much nca meant to Matthew. Matthew stepped up to Jim. Watching his serious face, Jim was too frightened to move. When Matthew lifted his hand, Jim put his head in his hands quickly. Dont hit me. Please, dont hit me. I am your Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. brother, Matthew! Jim begged, in a terrified voice. But his words didnt work. Next second, Matthew knocked him down in one punch and soon blood ran out of the corners of Jims mouth. You dont deserve to be a member of the Grant family! You have disgraced our family! Matthew sneered. A slow cruel smile came over his face. What are you going to do with him, Mr. Grant? asked Curtis. Matthew regarded Jim coldly. A hint of a sneer yed about his lips. Our branch in Africa is short of hands, send him there! Jim was horrorstruck. No, no, no! Im not going. Im not going so far away! Africa is not safe. Maybe Ill die! Just for a woman, you -- you are so cruel to me! Jim yelled, but Curtis dragged him out. Chapter 205 Pass out Chapter 205 Pass out After Jim was dragged away, it was very quiet in the room. nca and Matthew looked at each other. They got to awkward silence for a moment, and then nca first spoke. Lets talk about that, she said calmly. What just happened here was partially her fault. She had known Jim had a thing for her, but she let her guard down in front of him. Matthew raised an eyebrow, looking mildly surprised. He sat down on a couch and cross his legs. Go ahead. said Matthew, looking extremely grave. Looking at Matthew, nca seemed almost nervous for she knew he was good at negotiation. She cleared her throat and summoned the courage to say, I think you havent forgot our rtionship, Matthew! I help you keep away from blind dates and you help me find my family. This is our rtionship. Yes. And then? Matthew said, impassive. So, as agreed, there is something you need to do. Louise asked rk to take away my pendant. You need to get it back. nca got angry when she came to think about it. The pendant was the only evidence she had for her family, but just when she found maybe Mr. Butler know something about her pendant, Louise took it away. That girl destroyed everything. Bring it back? Matthew asked. Yes! Actually, Matthew had already taken action to get the pendant back, but he didnt he tell her the truth, for the cold expression on ncas face made him ufortable. Why would I do you any favors, nca? You really think you are somebody, huh? ncas face changed a little. She was very upset by his words, but she struggled to hide her emotions. I know I am nothing. But we have made a deal, and you must fulfill your duty. The pendant is a key piece of evidence. Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. nca sat up straight and fixed her eye on Matthew, with something unyielding in her face. Matthew was very quiet for a minute and then he nodded. OK! I promise. Im going to take care of this and get back your pendant, but Ill do it on one condition. Go on. Matthew leaned forward and stared at nca. I want you to stay away from Peter, he said slowly and clearly. nca froze for an instant. Then she felt thirsty. She got out of bed and walked to a table. After drinking a lot of water, she turned to Matthew and said, Thats too much to ask, Matthew! I cant promise you. Always remember who you are, nca! You are my wife! You are Mrs. Grant! If you be Peters assistant, you will embarrass the whole Grant family! Matthew stood up, looking very grumpy. He walked over to nca and continued, Im aware of your ns, nca! Youre trying to seduce Peter and then look for an opportunity to know Mr. Butler. Am I right? Just thinking about her adoring eyes when she looked at Peter, Matthew got jealous. He didnt want to lose nca, and he had to stop them getting closer. Youre taking this wrong, Matthew! Were just friends. Prove it, then, stay away from him! nca opened her mouth, but closed it without speaking. She felt sick, just like her tequ churning in her belly. When Matthew came closer to her, she could bear it no longer. She threw up and vomited all over Matthew. Matthew, standing there, covered in vomit, was livid with rage, but before he blew up at nca, she passed out. Chapter 206 Compromise Chapter 206 Compromise nca was weak and drunk. And then she fainted. Matthew was stunned, bewildered by the ident. He looked down at his clothes, which were desperately nasty. Anger was boiling up inside him because of his mysophobia. Then he looked at nca, who was lying sprawled on the ground with her eyes tight shut. Matthew didnt know if she was passed out or asleep. Matthew dashed into the bathroom and took a bath. Then he called Mrs. Brown for help. When nca woke up, it was eleven oclock. She had a great sleep that night. She stretched and took a deep, satisfied breath. The sun was shining through the windows. Feeling the warm sunshine, nca was in a very good mood. She looked around and found she was already at home. Then she noticed her clothes had changed, and soon, she remembered what had happenedst night. She had thrown up on Matthew. Just thinking about it, nca was absolutely stunned, her mouth hanging open. At this moment, Mrs. Brown came in. Are you awake, Mrs. Grant? Mr. Grant asked me to make some delicious food for you. Look, Ive done it! Come and get it, Mrs. Brown said and put the meal on a table. The smell made ncas mouth water. She forgot all her troubles and began to wolf down the tasty meal. How did I get back here, Mrs. Brown? nca said, after she was full. After years of working as a servant, Mrs. Brown had learned to read mens faces. She knew she had to be a peacemaker in the family. She smiled and said, Im the right person to ask, for Ive seen it with my own eyes. Last night, you were so drunk and Mr. Grant brought you home. Matthew? nca stared at Mrs. Brown, uprehending. That cant be true, because I threw up on him! You know, he has mysophobia. Mrs. Brown chuckled. Yeah, you did it. Yesterday, after she got Matthews call, she went to that bar. When she arrived, nca was lying on the ground and Matthew was washing his hands. Mr. Grant is still angry, Mrs. Grant. You need to behave well and try to soothe him, Mrs. Brown continued. Er? Before nca had grasped her meaning, Mrs. Brown said, Could you bring Mr. Grant his lunch? Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. The driver is already waiting outside. nca wanted to say no, for she and Matthew were still in a fight, but Mrs. Brown had seen her through. Mrs. Brown sighed and said, What a pity. Mr. Grants suit has been covered in vomit. You know what? It is his favorite suit and is designed by a renowned Italian designer. I heard the suit is worth one million dors! One million dors?! nca almost jumped in surprise. She knew she was in very big trouble, for the Ill bring it to him. nca said and managed a smile. Shepromised and took Matthews lunch boxes. As nca sat in the car, shepsed into silence, looking out of the window. She knew there was only one thing that she could never bepromised. That was, she must work with Peter, as his assistant. The driver turned up the radio and songs echoed in the car. After a few moments, a familiar voice came from the radio. Chapter 207 Louise’s apology Chapter 207 Louises apology It was Louises voice. Everybody, sorry to get your attention for a second. Im Louise Grant. I have an important announcement. I think many people have heard the scandal about the Empire Group. Mrs. Grant was kidnapped a few days ago, and now, I just want to make that clear. A man named rk White did it! He courted me in college but I refused him. A couple of days ago, I had a fight with Mrs. Grant and told rk about it. So, he kidnaped Mrs. Grant in order to butter me up. But I swear! He just wanted to scare her. He didnt do anything else. Sorry, Mrs. Grant! Its my fault, all of it. Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. When nca heard the earnest apology on the radio, she froze. The driver noticed she didnt look well. Sorry Mrs. Grant. I am switching to another channel, he said quickly. nca nodded and didnt speak. There was a lot going on in her heart right now. Actually, she was a little surprised to hear Louises public apology, because when she had a big fight with Matthew the day before, Matthew hadnt mentioned it at all. Come to think of it, ncapsed into silence, After the apology, Louise was going through a rough time. She was in a major press conference about ncas being kidnapping, and surrounded by many journalists. Louise was asked a lot of tough questions. Miss Grant, did you have a hand in this? Did rk kidnap Mrs. Grant at the direction of you? Why did you have a fight with Mrs. Grant? One story says you love Mr. Grant. Do you? Is that true? Miss Grant, why dont you answer our questions? Are you really jealous of Mrs. Grant? Thats why you asked someone to Shut up! Just shut up! Louise shouted. She was irked by these questions. She was so embarrassed. Miss Grant, why are you mad? Afraid we are right? Reporters kept on asking. They were all invited by Curtis and had no fear of offending Louise. A reporter got a camera up and pointed at Louise. He was new. This love triangle would catch the most attention on social media. He tried to use the opportunity to made a name for himself. Louise turned red with anger. Her fists were clenched and next second, she punched the reporters camera and bellowed, Enough of this nonsense! This is nder! I should sue you! All of you! The reporter was not afraid. Look, look, look! We are right! Miss Grant is threatening us! Louise never had such a chaos situation. Finally, all journalists had gone. Louise was exhausted and sunk, weak-kneed, into a chair. The look in her eyes was frankly angry. Everything she did was to fawn over Malinda. She thought they were good friends, but Malinda didnt show up at all at this critical moment. Curtis walked towards her and said, It is done, Miss Grant. You can leave now. Looking at Curtis, Louise felt a new wave of anger flooding through her. She picked up the water bottles next to her and threw them at Curtis. You son of a bitch! Are you happy to see me humiliate myself? she shouted. Miss Grant, said Curtis quietly. Where is Matthew? Louise interrupted him. Mr. Grant is in his office. Instantly, Louise was on her feet and went directly to the door. Curtis stopped her. Miss Grant, you cant go to see Mr. Grant now! Louise stared at Curtis, her eyes zing. Chapter 208 Give me the pendant Chapter 208 Give me the pendant Quickly, Louise pped Curtis right on his face. Curtis, caught off guard, barely had time to duck. Then Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. Louise walked out of the door and the clicks of high-heels were fading. She pushed open the door of Matthews office and went in. Matthew was fully concentrated on his work. His dark eyes fixed on a pile of papers, looking more handsome. Ive done as you asked, Matthew, but those reporters are Before she finished the sentence, Matthew interrupted. Get out! said Matthew in a cold voice. Even he didnt look up from his papers. Louise froze for a moment. She was bitter at his attitude. Tears began toe to her eyes. Why do you have to be this way, Matthew? she said in a constricted voice. She moved quickly to his side and wanted to hold his arms, but Matthew dodged. Louise pouted and her eyes didnt leave Matthew. Matthew wore a white shirt and his sleeves were rolled up, his strong forearm exposed. When Louise caught a glimpse of Matthews abdominal muscles through theyer of shirt, she felt herself going red in the face. I did what you said, Matthew. We can end this now, Louise said. The day before, she was so scared, because rk had gonepletely off the grid. Matthew snorted in disgust. He raised his head and looked at Louise coldly. Louise met his eyes and her face broke into a radiant smile. But in the next second, Matthew stretched out a hand and said, Give me the pendant! Upon hearing this, Louise was frightened out of her wits. Wh..what what pendant? she stammered. You know what I mean. Matthew was livid with rage. He shot Louise a look of annoyance, which made every nerve in Louises body tingling unpleasantly. She took a great, shuddering breath and said, I have no idea what youre talking about. She tried to stay calm. Matthew stood up and looked her straight in the eye. I wont say it twice, Louise! Matthew said impatiently. Louise trembled and went rather pale. She tried to stammer a defense. II Just then, there was a gentle knock on the door. And Malinda came in, in her long white dress. She looked like a goddess, pretty and with a gentle smile on her face. She walked slowly to Matthews big desk and said, Im sorry. Am I interrupting? Matthew frowned. What are you doing here? he asked. Louise breathed a sigh of relief when she saw Malinda. She ran to Malinda and put her arm around the kidnapped. I was out shopping with you that day! You can prove it. Malindas face changed a little, but she hided it. She pushed Louises hand away and took out a pendant. Are you looking for this pendant? I saw it on my grandpas balcony yesterday. I heard you mention it before. So, I bring it to you. Is it ncas? she said to Matthew. Chapte 209 Bring his lunch Chapte 209 Bring his lunch Looking at Malindas genuine smile, Matthew couldnt see into her soul. He frowned and took the pendant. After looking at it carefully, he found it was ncas. You found this in your house? Matthew asked, suspicious. Yes. Maybe when you and nca came to my house for the party the other day, she dropped it. Well, apparently, it was just a misunderstanding. I hope it wont affect the rtionship between you and Louise. Oh, by the way, ask nca to keep it well, Malinda said with a big smile. OK. I will. Matthew knew it was not that simple, but luckily, the pendant was intact. So, he was going to let that go. Louise tried to say something, but Malinda stopped her and pulled her away. As soon as they walked out of the office, Louise shook off Malindas hand. Why did you give it back to nca? I got it with tremendous effort! Even rk is still missing! Just stop! Malinda interrupted. Keep your voice down, or everyone knows your secret. Louise realized her foolishness. She looked around cautiously and lowered her voice. What the hell, Malinda? Why Dont ask. I really know what Im doing. Malinda interrupted her, stepping inside an elevator. Louise did not speak and hurried to keep up. As the doors closed, nca came out of another elevator, with a lunch box in her hand. She walked in silence to the door of Matthews office, where she stopped and hesitated for a moment. Finally, she knocked on the door. Come in, came Matthews voice from the office. nca took a deep breath. Then she pushed open the door and went in. Matthew was sitting on a sofa. nca gave a slight cough and said, Er, Mrs. Brown asked me to bring you lunch. Matthew raised his head and his eyes fell on nca. nca was embarrassed and tried to avoid his eyes. She went to a table, putting the lunch box on it. Come and get it. And, er, thank you, really, for Louises apology. Okay, well, Id better go. Wait. When nca was just leaving, Matthew stopped her. nca turned and they looked at each RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only other for a moment. Until nca blushed, Matthew opened his hand, her pendant lying on his palm. Here you are. nca looked brightly at the pendant and almost jumped in surprise. She dashed over to Matthew and took her pendant. She studied it carefully, looking almost painfully excited. Great! Where did you find it? She was so pleased to get it back so unexpectedly, even forget about all the crap happened these days. nca was absolutely ecstatic. Looking at her, Matthews lips arched into a smile. Then he told nca Malindas words. nca listened and seemed to be deep in thought. She knew exactly she hadnt lost her pendant in the party, but she didnt say it. After all, her pendant came back. That was what was important. Good. Im d you found it. Chapter 210 A perfect copy Chapter 210 A perfect copy After they left the Empire Group, Malinda led Louise, who was still sulking, to her car. Then she took Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. out a bag from the backseat and handed it to Louise. This is for you. Louise stared at the bag, her eyes wide with excitement. Oh, my God. How did you get it? There are only three of these bags in the world! How beautiful it is! Ive been wanting some bag like this for a long time. Rubbing the bag gently, Louises happiness was very great. Good. So d you like it. Thank you for helping me get the pendant, I appreciate it. But dont mention it to anyone, okay? said Malinda, looking extremely grave. But why did you Louise still couldnt figure out why Malinda got it back, but when she looked at Malinda, who was smiling but her eyes made her displeasure clear, Louise kept her mouth shut. Louise, if theres nothing else, Ill be leaving now. Bye! said Malinda. Bye. Louise said. She studied the bag carefully and forgot unhappinesspletely. While Malindas car was running on the road, she gave her driver an address. Go to this ce. Before too long, the car drew up in front of a shabby house. It was a less popted part of city. Malinda got out of the car, through a dirty path, and came to a door. She knocked on the door. The door opened and a middle-aged man stepped out. Come in, Miss Roach. Malinda nodded and went in. The middle-aged man let Malinda sit down and walked into a room. Within moments, he appeared with a little box in his hand. He passed it to Malinda and said, This is the thing you asked for. Malinda took the box, but didnt open it. She peered at the box and asked, Are you sure its near perfect copy of the real thing? Yes, definitely, the man said confidently. Yes, I admit. The carver of the pendant is very highly skilled, but twenty years have passed, and the technology today is very developed. Coping the pendant is not so difficult. Malinda nodded. She returned nca the pendant in order not to raise suspicion, but she had prepared very well. She had asked someone to copy it exactly in advance. To please her, the middle-aged man continued, Especially, the jade you gave me is of top quality. Nobody is able to tell the difference from the real one. Malinda slowly opened the box and saw a pendant lying in it. It was exactly the same as ncas pendant, from pattern, color to feel. She grinned with satisfaction. Then she gave the man a check. Thank you. This is for you. And keep the secret for me, Malinda said. She stood up and walked out. Thats very generous, Miss Roach. Come again if you need anything, the middle-aged man said. He looked at the check, grinning from ear to ear. Chapter 211 Explanation Chapter 211 Exnation After dinner with Matthew, nca thought she should discuss the resignation with Matthew, but since Matthew had helped her find the pendant, she decided not to go against him for the time being. It was better to find Anna directly. "What are you thinking about?" Matthew asked her. She quickly came back to her senses and said, "Nothing. Since you have finished, I''ll go back." nca managed a friendly smile and wanted to stand up, but was stopped by Matthew. nca looked at Matthew, but Matthew kept silent for a long time. Confused, she asked, "What''s wrong?" "You don''t like kids?" Matthew didn''t know why he suddenly asked this question. He just couldn''t forget the contraceptive pills nca had bought. Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. He wanted to know whether nca didn''t like kids or... she just didn''t like him. Why did he ask this question all of a sudden? nca blinked her eyes and said, "I do like kids. They are cute. I will have a cute daughter in the future. Then I will dress her up with beautiful dresses every day, and buy all kinds of dolls for her." nca imagined and said. In fact, she had always wanted to have a daughter. When she was a child, she was so poor that she could only wear clothes that others had abandoned. Every time she saw other girls wearing beautiful dresses, she would be envious. When she had a child, she must give her everything she had. When nca mentioned the daughter, her eyes were shining like stars, which stunned Matthew. "You want a daughter?" "Yes, a cute daughter. A girl is always her mother''s sweet baby, but a boy is different. Boys are always more naughty..." "Boy is better." Matthew suddenly said. nca was a little unhappy. While cleaning up the table, she retorted, "I don''t want a boy. He will be naughty and run everywhere. It''s hard to discipline a boy." Matthew looked at nca, who was cleaning up the table like a busy bee. In the sunlight, her ck and long hair was shaking while she moved. She looked so tender and charming. He almost blurted out, "Have a son. He will help me to protect you." "No, I..." nca was about to retort, but she suddenly realized what Matthew had just said. She stopped what she was doing. What did he say? Did Matthew ask her to have a son with him? He even said he would protect her... She blushed in an instant. nca opened her mouth but couldn''t say a word. Matthew also realized that. He coughed awkwardly and said, "You misheard me." "What?" She didn''t mishear him. nca looked at Matthew in confusion. Matthew was afraid that she would ask more, so he "What?" "Contraceptive pills," Matthew said this through his gritted teeth. nca didn''t dare to look at him and smiled awkwardly. "Well... Let me exin it." "Okay, exin it," Matthew said calmly. He wanted to know why nca wanted to take contraceptive pills. If what nca said couldn''t satisfy him... nca observed Matthew''s expression secretly, thinking that she must say as he want. She thought for a moment and said, "I''ve been too tired these days. The baby won''t be healthy if I get pregnant in such a situation..." Chapter 212 Resign Chapter 212 Resign Was that so? Obviously, Matthew didn''t believe it, but nca''s following words pleased him. "Matthew, as a great man, your kids must have a high IQ and EQ. if we have a kid, it must be a genius. So... I can''t have an unhealthy child. What do you think?" "Well..." What she said seemed to be a little reasonable. Matthew was ttered by nca. Finally, nca pleased Matthew and got his permission to leave. She breathed a sigh of relief and gently closed the door of his office. As soon as she turned around, she almost bumped into Curtis. Curtis was tittering there. "Mrs. Grant, you are so good at ttering. You are eloquent enough to be an excellent salesperson." "Is it that funny?" nca squinted and asked, which scared Curtis. nca snorted and went downstairs. She needed to ask for leave from Anna. As soon as nca went downstairs, Isabel came over. She looked at nca up and down and made sure that nca was fine. Then she breathed a sigh of relief and said, "nca, where have you been these days? Why didn''t you Isabel had just graduated from college. It was not easy for a newbie to find a good friend. She had been worried about her these days. nca was a little moved. Sheforted Isabel in a hurry. After hearing nca''s exnation, Isabel wiped her years away and said, "It''s great to see you. Anna said that you asked for a week''s leave, so I thought you have faced big trouble. Are you here for work today?" "No..." nca thought that Isabel was also her friend, so she told Isabel her n when they went to the drinking room. Of course, Isabel supported her. "Great, that is a good opportunity. Don''t miss it!" "I know!" The two girls chatted happily, but Anna, who came to make coffee, heard everything. Anna immediately stood out and said, "That''s not good." RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only "Anna..." "Isabel, leave us alone. I have something to talk about with nca." Anna nced at Isabel and said coldly. In fact, Anna was scary to every newbie, including Isabel, but Isabel was also worried about nca. Isabel didn''t leave until ncaforted her that she would be fine. As soon as Isabel left, Anna angrily put the coffee cup on the table and said, "nca, what''s this ce? Do you think you cane and go as you like?" "Anna, I didn''t mean that." nca didn''t know why Anna was so angry, but she knew it was not good to resign before she worked for a month. "Ie here today just to resign." "I said it''s not allowed!" Anna insisted, "This is not the ce where you can do anything you want." Looking at Anna''s angry face, nca was confused, "Anna, as you said, I''m clumsy and foolish. Besides, I can''t bring any benefits to thepany and the department. You should be d to ept my resignation." nca''s words surprised Anna. Anna knew that nca was eloquent, but she didn''t expect that she would be able to persuade nca one day. "I said you can''t resign." "Anna, do you want to force me to do something big? I''m still in my probation period. If I apply for resignation three days in advance, I can definitely leave." nca said calmly. She just wanted to chase her dream. Chapter 213 He Agreed Chapter 213 He Agreed "If you don''t agree, I''ll write the resignation application now and then give it to you." nca smiled. She was determined to resign. She wouldn''t give up this time. "nca!" Anna didn''t expect that nca would be so tough. She felt a little headache. "Why do you have to resign? You are Mrs. Grant, and thepany offers you a good sry. Can you find a better job than this if you resign?" But actually, nca would never worry about money since she was Matthew''s wife. But after getting along with her for so many days, Anna found that nca was not the kind of woman who liked to rely on men. Instead, she was independent and strong. "I apologize if it is because I didn''t protect you in the matter of theftst time." It was already clear that nca had been wronged before. Now all the people involved in the case had been fired. Why was nca still so stubborn? Anna was also in a dilemma. "It''s not because of that." nca decided not to hide it from Anna. "It''s just that I don''t like this job. Now I have found what I want to do." Anna was speechless and thought it was ridiculous. As the dignified Mrs. Grant, nca just needed to enjoy life at home like what other richdies were doing. However, she just said that she had found a job that she wanted to do. Was there any job that could be better than enjoying life? Everyone''s dream was that they could live without working. Anna couldn''t persuade her anymore. After nca left, she had to call Matthew to report the situation. After hearing this, Matthew''s face turned livid. He had repeated several times that he didn''t allow nca to see Peter, but she didn''t listen to him. "Mr. Grant, what should we do?" Anna asked. Hearing Anna''s somewhat anxious voice, Matthew gritted his teeth and said, "Just let her go..." Stupid woman... Matthew squinted and looked cod, which scared Curtis who just came in. Matthew cast a cold nce at him and asked, "What''s the matter?" "Well, Mr. Butler is here." "What?" "He is in the reception room..." Curtis said. In fact, he was a little afraid of Mr. Butler. After all, Mr. Butler didn''t look so gentle. Matthew was also confused. He didn''t know why Mr. Butler came here at this moment. Didn''t they just have a meeting yesterday? But he couldn''t neglect his teacher. He quickly stood up and asked Curtis to invite Mr. Butler over. Mr. Butler walked slowly to Matthew''s office. When he opened the door, he took a look around. The decoration of Matthew''s office looked simple, but everything was expensive. He nodded with satisfaction and had a seat. "Matthew, is this bothering you?" "No, of course not," Matthew asked Curtis to pour water for Mr. Butler. Mr. Butler didn''t care about these formalities. RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only After Curtis left, Mr. Butler finally started the topic, "Matthew, I have something to tell you." "Please speak." Mr. Butler held the ss and thought for a while. Then he squinted at Matthew and said, "Can I have a look at the pendant you mentioned before?" Matthew would never talk about the pendant for no reason. Mr. Butler was a sensitive person, so he came to Matthew to make it clear. Chapter 214 Work With Peter Chapter 214 Work With Peter At this time, nca had already given her resignation letter to Anna. Every step went smoothly. Besides, nca was Matthew''s wife. Except for Anna who was ordered to keep her, others didn''t dare to refuse Mrs. Grant''s request, so everything went well. Two hourster, nca had finally resigned. She finished everything and walked out of the Empire Group Building. Then she called Peter, "I''ve already resigned. I cane to you at any time." "Really? Where are you?" Peter was a little surprised. He thought that a dominant man like Matthew wouldn''t allow his wife to work for him, but meanwhile, he also knew that nca was indeed different from other women. She might be able to do everything as long as she wanted to make it. He pushed the enchanting woman in his arms away and said to nca on the phone, "Wait, I''ll be right there." "Mr. Peter..." As Peter spoke on the phone, he pushed the woman away. The woman staggered awkwardly and looked at Peter in confusion. She was a little sad but dared not approach Peter again. Peter held the woman in his arms and kissed her on the forehead. With a charming smile, he said, "I RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only have something to do. I''ll be here another time." After saying that, he picked up his coat on the sofa and directly pushed the door, and then left. Peter was a sophisticated yboy, but different from others, he was good-looking, rich, and had ab artistic nature. Naturally, he was popr with women. Peter didn''t refuse anyone who liked him. When he arrived at the gate of the Empire Group Building in a luxurious blue Ferrari, he saw nca there. She seemed to be a little bored waiting for him. She was walking back and forth on the stairs of the garden. She walked over and over again. Today, she wore a white knee-length dress, her hair hangingzily on her shoulders, and a pair of low-cut canvas shoes. She looked like a fresh college student. "Hey, Peter, when did youe here?" nca jumped off the stairs as soon as she saw Peter. She put on a big smile, which was cute and charming. She ran towards Peter. Peter subconsciously reached out his hand, but when he realized what he was doing, he immediately reached back awkwardly. "Have you been waiting here for a long time?" "Yes, you asked me to wait here, didn''t you?" nca smiled, "I''m afraid you can''t find me. I''ve already resigned. I can go with you at any time." Squinting her eyes, nca smiled. In her eyes, it was particrly happy to be dedicated to what she loved most. Peter nodded and touched nca''s head subconsciously. "Hey, don''t touch my head. It will mess my hair!" nca pouted with reluctance. From a distance, they looked so intimate, like a couple in love. Even Mr. Butler, who had just walked out of the gate, was attracted by them, "Matthew, I''ll go back myself. You don''t have to send me back. Oh, young people nowadays are so brave. Look, the couple looks so intimate in public. It''s really..." He saw Peter and nca at the gate of the Empire Group Building. He didn''t recognize them but thought they were a couple in love. Following his gaze, Matthew also took a look, and suddenly his face changed immediately. "Oh? Why does she look like..." "My wife." Matthew gritted his teeth and said. As he said this, he already began to stride towards nca. Chapter 215 Misunderstand Chapter 215 Misunderstand Wife? Mr. Butler was confused. He still didn''t recognize nca, but he recognized Peter. Matthew was walking towards them, but nca didn''t notice him at all. She said to Peter, "Peter, where is our workroom?" She was now longing for her new job, and the smile on her face was bright and sweet. Peter blinked his eyes. nca had her back to Matthew, so she didn''t see Matthewing, but Peter did. He deliberately put his hand on nca''s shoulder and said, "What''s the hurry? Anyway, I won''t treat you badly." "Really? Huh, I don''t believe it. But since I''m on your side now, I have to..." As nca spoke, she suddenly felt that the air around her became cold. She couldn''t help holding her arms tightly. Matthew''s face was so gloomy. He was here, but Peter still dared to touch nca like that. Besides, nca even said she was on Peter''s side. Was she so eager to betray him? "Peter, do you feel cold? It''s summer, but why is it so cold? Is it going to rain?" nca frowned. She didn''t know Matthew was standing behind her. In her mind, Matthew was always busy and wouldn''t go out if there was nothing important. But she didn''t know that Matthew just came out to see Mr. Butler off and happened to encounter them here. "Maybe," Peter replied ambiguously.Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. "Then let''s go. I''m starving. To celebrate my resignation, we should go to..." nca spoke and was expecting the new life. After all, it would be apletely different life, so she was so d when she said that. As she spoke, she dragged Peter to go with her. Of course, Matthew had seen all their intimate behaviors. In particr, nca even reached out to grab Peter''s arm. They hadn''t known each other for so long, but they acted so intimately. She even hadn''t done this to him yet, had she? Matthew had been standing here for three minutes, but nca didn''t notice him at all. This made him even more gloomy. Mr. Butler felt that things were getting worse and worse, so he hurriedly came over and said, "Hey, is that Peter? What are you doing here?" "Old man!" In fact, Peter had already seen Mr. Butler, but he didn''t say anything on purpose just to piss Matthew off. Peter let go of nca and walked to Mr. Butler. He put his arm on Mr. Butler''s shoulder and asked, "What brings you here?" He was also Mr. Butler''s student, but because of his unique character, the way he got along with Mr. Butler was not as restrained and serious as that of Matthew, but more free and easy. Although Mr. Butler had refused this before, he couldn''t change Peter''s nature, so he just let Peter do it. After all, it was not easy to meet a talented genius like Peter. For a moment, they looked at each other at the gate of the Empire Group building. The atmosphere was a little embarrassing. Peter put his arm on Mr. Butler''s shoulder and stared at Matthew and nca. It was not until then that nca saw Matthew standing behind her. Did he hear what she said just now? She was sort of scared but still greeted him with a smile. "nca, what are you doing here?" Matthew''s voice was cold and scary. He had already known from Anna that nca had resigned, but nca hadn''t told him yet. As her husband, he had the right to know this, didn''t he? Chapter 216 Go With Peter Chapter 216 Go With Peter "Don''t you know it? I''m talking to Peter." nca said innocently. "You know that''s not what I''m asking." Matthew squinted and said. His angr face looked so terrible, which frightened nca. Of course, nca didn''t want to irritate him. It was not good for her to offend Matthew. "I resigned." nca exined calmly, "I don''t think I can work well in Empire Group, so I decide to work with Peter." "nca, do you know what you are saying?" Matthew was outraged, staring at her with his aggressive eyes. nca couldn''t help shivering, but she still pretended to be calm. Of course, she knew what she had done. She just had refused to follow Matthew''s n, "Matthew, you should feel happy for me. Your wife is going to do something she really likes." Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. Matthew was stunned by her words "wife". He began to have a strange feeling. Yes, nca was his wife. Husband and wife had the same rights. He shouldn''t restrict her. But, "I respect you, but if your purpose is to go with another man, then I won''t agree." Go with another man? nca''s smile froze. She didn''t understand why Matthew insisted on this matter and was so unwilling to let her work with Peter. Was it because he was jealous? "Matthew, are you jealous of Peter?" "That''s impossible! Ha, why should I be jealous?" "Then why are you blushing?" Matthew looked weird. She stared at Matthew up and down, which made Matthew impatient. Matthew pushed her away impatiently. nca didn''t expect his sudden action. She was a little upset. Peter pulled her and said to Mr. Butler with a long face, "We have something to do. Old guy, see youter." After saying that, Peter pulled nca and was about to leave. "nca, stop!" Matthew''s voice came from behind. nca hesitated for a moment. In the past few days, Matthew was quite nice to her, though he always wore a long face. She could feel that although he didn''t say anything sweet, he also cared about her. Moreover, Matthew had asked Louise to apologize to her just this morning. It seemed that she should also be nice to him... Just as nca was hesitating, Peter said, "nca, are you going to be imprisoned by this man for the rest of your life and give up your dream?" No, no! nca shook her head and left with Peter. As the luxurious Ferrari sped away, Matthew stood there and was quiet. He watched the car leave and looked a little lonely. Mr. Butler walked over and patted Matthew on the shoulder, "Matthew, I can see that you love that girl very much." Love? Matthew stopped watching and looked at Mr. Butler. He wanted to exin, but didn''t know what to say. Maybe Mr. Butler was right. He cared about nca. "Mr. Butler..." "Well, I won''t get involved in the matter of you young people," Mr. Butler said with a smile. "Don''t forget my request. ording to what you said, that pendant is likely to have something to do with my granddaughter. Please help me to figure it out." Chapter 217 Matthew Got Drunk Chapter 217 Matthew Got Drunk After Peter took nca away, nca was a little absent-minded. They had a simple meal and then Peter sent her back. When nca went back to the vi, the lights were off. It seemed that Matthew hadn''te back yet. Although he was always busy with his work, he woulde back home every day. "Mrs. Grant, why do youe back sote? There are some snacks in the kitchen. Would you like to have some?" Mrs. Brown looked around behind nca but didn''t see the person she was expecting. Then she looked at nca and asked, "It''s sote. Where is Mr. Grant?" "Well... He... He is busy with his work." nca didn''t want to tell Mrs. Brown about her resignation, because she was afraid that Mrs. Brown would be worried. She said, "I''ve already had dinner. I''m going to sleep now." After she said this, she strode to her bedroom. Looking at nca''s back, Mrs. Brown was a little confused. "Why does Mrs. Grant walk so fast?" After going back to the bedroom, nca was tossing and turning in bed. On the other hand, the most famous entertainment ce in this city was still noisy. Even if the box was closed, people in it could still hear the noisy heavy metal music outside. Matthew unbuttoned his cor, and his hair was a little messy. He looked unruly and wild. Instead of sitting on the sofa, he sat on the floor covered with cashmere carpet. One of his legs was curled up, while the other leg reached out straight. His one arm waszily ced on his knee. In only twenty minutes, he had drunk a lot of wines. "Hey, Matthew, do you ask me here to watch you drinking?" Another man in a white suit had also taken off his coat. He looked elegant and noble, but obviously, he was also a steady man. Hearing this, Matthew frowned and seemed to be displeased with the man who had disturbed him, "Shut up." "What''s wrong with you?" Charles White red at him and was very dissatisfied with Matthew''s attitude. He was so busy when Matthew called him, but he still came here to meet him. However, Matthew just drank alone, which made him so bored. "Hey, are you dumped in love? You look so frustrated." Charles kicked Matthew on his shoes, and Matthew immediately gave him a cold nce. "Do I look like someone who will be dumped?" "You don''t... But everything is possible." Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. Just as Charles was about to take this opportunity to ridicule Matthew, Matthew''s phone suddenly rang. Matthew just took a look at it and didn''t want to answer it. Charles nced at the caller ID. It was Matthew''s father. He asked Matthew, "Why don''t you answer the phone?" Matthew was a little surprised to hear the phone ring. He wondered if it was nca. Maybe she found that he hadn''t gone home yet, so she called him and wanted to say sorry to him. But he didn''t want to forgive her so soon, so he thought he should answer it after a while. But when Charles answered it and threw the phone at him, he finally found that it was his father. "Matthew, what happened between your sister and the White family? Come back now." Wilbert''s slightly angry voice came from the phone. Normally, Wilbert wouldn''t pay attention to such kind of thing, but Matthew keenly heard his stepmother''s voice on the phone. She was inciting his father again. Obviously, Louise had gone to find his father and had put on a show again. "I''m talking business. Bye." Matthew was not in the mood to talk to them now, so he hung up the phone directly. Charles clicked his tongue and asked, "Your father? Did he ask about the matter of your sister and the White family?" "Yes." "Well, don''t worry. No one likes rk in our family. As a b*stard, he always makes trouble in the name of the White family. He is so unlucky this time because he has met you." Charles also didn''t like rk. rk was his half-blooded brother. He hated rk very much. That b*stard was stupid and often made trouble. Charles and Matthew grew up together, and the two families were both famous in Oakshire, so they got on well with each other since they were children. Chapter 218 For Blanca Chapter 218 For nca Matthew was not in the mood to talk about how bad rk was. He stared at his phone, lost in thought, ''D*mn woman! Why don''t you call me?'' "Hey, Matthew, did you hear me? Let''s go out to have some fun." Charles dragged Matthew up and walked out. He wouldn''t waste time talking to a drunkard in the nightclub. Even if he couldn''t do anything with those girls, he was d to flirt with them. While speaking, he pulled Matthew out of the room. The two men with handsome looks sat at the bar counter, which drew many women''s attention. "Handsome, why are you drinking alone here? Let me have a drink with you." "Is that a tailored suit? It''s of good quality. I haven''t seen you before..." RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only A brave woman of them approached Matthew and leaned on his shoulder. The pungent perfume kept getting into his nose. Matthew suddenly thought of nca. There was always a faint fragrance on her body, but it was not pungent. It should be the smell of shampoo or soap. "Handsome, have a drink." "Go away!" The woman put her hand on Matthew''s face. He was almost drunk at the moment, so he didn''t dodge when it happened. But when he realized what she had done, he immediately grabbed the woman''s wrist, which hurt the woman so much that she screamed in pain. Matthew stood up from the chair coldly. He hated to be touched by any woman. And he hated this kind of woman who was eager to approach him. Pushing the woman away, Matthew staggered away. At this moment, Charles had been ying with other women with his excellent flirtation skills and didn''t notice the disappearance of Matthew at all. Matthew seldom drank so much, and it was totally an ident this time. Matthew found that his self- control, which he had always been proud of, had be so weak in front of nca. Why? He was reluctant to ept it. "Hey, is that him? Should we move?" "Are you mad? It is said that Matthew is strong and skilled. What if we can''t defeat him..." The man who was elder scolded the little one. The little one lowered his head and murmured, "But the boss said that if Matthew is dead, then Empire Group..." The elder man hesitated for a while and finally made up his mind. If he could help his boss kill Matthew, he would live a carefree life. Besides, it was such a rare opportunity. Matthew was drunk and there was no bodyguard around him. Thinking of this, the gangster immediately winked at his minion and said, "Let''s do it. Catch him and kill him!" "Okay!" In a dark alley behind the bar, the streetmps above Matthew''s head were dim, which made his face be covered by the shadow. Matthew carried his suit jacket, pulled out his white shirt from his pants, and walked forward with unsteady steps. He had never been drunk before. But today, he got drunk for nca... Matthewughed at himself. The scene that nca left with Peter was tormenting him in his mind. He began to care about this little girl unconsciously. Just at this moment, he suddenly sensed that there seemed to be someone sneaking over behind him. Before the person reached out his hand, he caught the person and threw him away on the ground. "Ah!" The gangster screamed in pain. Matthew then pressed the gangster on the ground. His drunk mind became clear in an instant when the ident happened, "Who sent you here?" "Ah, it hurts..." The gangster began to cry, and the other one immediately turned around and ran away,pletely ignoring his minion. Matthew knew that he was drunk now, so he did not chase after that man. The gangster saw there was no way back, so he pulled out a knife from his coat and rushed to Matthew fiercely. The most dangerous enemies were those who were in despair. Matthew dodged quickly. The gangster had already got up from the ground, "Matthew, you''ll die here today!" "Well, do it if you can." Although Matthew was drunk, it was a piece of cake for him to defeat a gangster. Chapter 219 Matthew Got Injured Chapter 219 Matthew Got Injured Matthew was undoubtedly good-looking, but in the dim light, his handsome face looked somewhat terrifying. At least, his murderous eyes terrified the gangster. "D*mn it!" The gangster cursed. He shouldn''t have started the fight if he had known Matthew was so skilled. Matthew was unarmed, but he had defeated the gangster who had a knife. However, Matthew also got his hand injured when he fought with the gangster. His hand was bleeding. The gangster had passed out. Matthew kicked him away and looked at the bar behind him. Forget it. Maybe Charles was ying with women now. He didn''t want to disturb Charles. "Curtis,e to take me back," Matthew finally called Curtis and told him the address. About ten minutester, Curtis came here quickly. When he came, Matthew was leaning against the wall and seemed a little tired, while a man was lying on the ground. Curtis looked closely and found that it was a man. "Mr. Grant, what happened?" Curtis hurried to ask, but Matthew just kept his head down and waved his hand. Curtis finally saw the wound on Matthew''s hand. He was shocked but didn''t dare to ask when he saw Matthew''s cold eyes. Matthew said, "Take him back and let him speak." "Yes, sir." Curtis asked the bodyguard to take the gangster away, and Curtis drove Matthew back in person. On the way back, he smelled the alcohol from Matthew, so he couldn''t help asking, "Mr. Grant, were you there for a drink?" "Of course." Did he look like going there for a fight? After Matthew said that, he leaned against the back and closed his eyes for rest. He, who was always calm and omnipotent, looked a little tired. Curtis didn''t ask any more questions and sent Matthew back quietly. When Matthew went back, the lights were all off. The wound on his hand had been simply bandaged and scabs had already formed. He went upstairs in the darkness. Under the moonlight, he saw nca curling up on the bed. It seemed that this little woman didn''t feel safe when she was staying here alone. What an ungrateful girl. Matthewined. He was tired, so he went to take a shower and went to bed directly. "Um..." nca, who was sleeping, felt that someone had got on the bed. She muttered discontentedly and then fell asleep again. In her dream, her grandma was smiling at her and touching her face gently. "nca, I''ll send you to a school when you grow up." "I won''t go to school. I want to be with you all the time," The little girl pouted. She was wearing shabby clothes that her neighbors had abandoned, and the sleeves looked a little long for her. Hearing this, her grandma frowned and said, "You must be educated in the school. I will be angry if you Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. don''t go to school." "Grandma, please don''t be angry. nca is a good girl. I will study hard and earn a lot of money. Then I will buy a big house for you so that you don''t have to work so hard." nca held her grandma''s neck and kissed her cheek. Then everything changed. She just came back from work and saw a group of people surrounding her house. They were shouting and discussing. She was shocked and quickly threw away the things in her hands and ran over. She saw her grandma fainted at the door. nca grabbed her hand and shouted in panic, "Hurry up! Please call an ambnce! Grandma... Hold on..." nca cried in her dream. She felt so sad that she even couldn''t breathe. She suddenly woke up from the dream. When nca opened her eyes, she saw Matthew sleeping next to her. He didn''t seem to be sleeping well, because he was frowning slightly. Chapter 220 Worried Chapter 220 Worried When nca was hesitating whether she should wake him up or not, Matthew had already opened his eyes. His eyes were sharp and bright as if he could read her mind. "Good morning." Matthew got up naturally. nca was stunned, while Matthew had already gone to the bathroom. nca opened her mouth but didn''t ask him how he came backst night. She felt that something was wrong but she didn''t know what it was. She now had a strange feeling. Had she fallen in love with him? "Why don''t you get up? Do you need someone to help you wash your face and brush your teeth?" After washing, Matthew came out with only a short bath towel. He nced coldly at the woman on the bed. nca got out of bed obediently, making a loud noise. Matthew frowned but said nothing. When nca finished washing and went downstairs, Matthew was already sitting at the table for breakfast. As soon as nca walked over, he stood up and said, "I''m full." nca was confused. Was that a cold war? "You didn''t eat much., Mr. Grant. Don''t you wait for Mrs. Grant? She..." Mrs. Brown looked at Matthew''s cold eyes and swallowed the words on the tip of her tongue. She had to change the topic, "She was waiting for you in the living roomst night for a long time. She looked sleepy, so I asked her to go to bed first." After saying that, Mrs. Brown gave a meaningful nce to nca. nca was almost choked by the milk when she heard that. When she raised her head, she saw that Matthew was also looking at her with a little doubt. Mrs. Brown winked at her again. She quickly swallowed the milk in her mouth and said, "Well, I''m just worried..." "Worried?" "Well, you didn''te back sote at night. As your wife, I should worry about you, shouldn''t I?" nca didn''t know why she suddenly got so angry. She said these words in anger. She was indeed a little worried since Matthew didn''te back all night. She was afraid that he had a car ident or something on the way. Of course, she would never tell Matthew about this. "Wife?" Matthew repeated it. He looked straight at nca and said to Mrs. Brown, "Mrs. Brown, there''s nothing you need to do here. You can go downstairs." Mrs. Brown left silently. Looking at Matthew approaching her, nca felt a little nervous for no reason. She was holding a ss of milk in her hand. She tightened her fingers and said, "Matthew, it''s time for you to go to work." "Oh? I''m not in a hurry to go to work." "Then what''s the hurry?" Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. "Of course... I''m in a hurry to feed my wife." The man''s dark eyes shed with desire. Definitely, nca knew what it meant. She swallowed and tried to escape, but was caught by Matthew. Matthew pressed her in the seat and said, "You want to escape?" "Are... Are you serious? Matthew, don''t forget..." Her lips were moving up and down, which was so annoying in Matthew''s eyes. Was she so afraid of his touch? She wanted to escape, but where did she want to go? To Peter''s arms? Since she said she was his wife, he would do his duty as a husband today so that she would never dare to find Peter again. "Matthew, don''te over... Ah!" Before nca could finish her words, her mouth was shut by Matthew''s kiss. Chapter 221 Matthew’s Kiss Chapter 221 Matthews Kiss ncas body was still leaning on the chair, but Matthew had already stretched out his hand to her. His hand pressed against the back of her head. He kissed her even more affectionately. The girl smelled sexually sweet, like the purest stream water - Matthew couldnt help but want more and more of her... Matthews eyes were revealing profound passion, and his big palms almost involuntarily slid down ncas slender waist, touching the sensitive skin covered under her shirt. And Matthew started breathing more heavily. Mhm... nca raised her head slightly, her lips were temptingly red and a bit swollen from the bite, and her eyes looked even sexier at the person in front of her. He was Matthew Grant, the mysterious charming bachelor in Oakshire City, and in the meantime, he was the same man whose name was on her marriage certificate. At this particr moment, his hands slid downward, nca, do you still remember that you are my wife? It was supposed to sound sarcastic - but now somehow it had sounded rather gentle and sweet from his lips. Matthew was surprised by what he had said as well. Matthews forehead was against ncas as if he could feel the temperature of her body. But I am NOT your real wife! nca said angrily. As soon as she finished speaking, Matthew frowned and couldnt help kissing her RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only again... He didnt remember how he carried nca upstairs, opened the door, and walked towards the bed in a stride. Matthew only remembered that he had been wanting to do this when he was in the bar with Charles Whitest night. nca came back to her senses suddenly when her backnded on the soft bed. She finally realized what was going on and she tried to push Matthew away. But she felt like an emptying balloon - all her strength was emptied for some reason and she could not resist him at all. ... ... Matthew seemed to be tireless. This was the second time in the same night - she was having such a pleasant time beneath him. She never had much experience in sex, but she felt indescribably beautiful. Matthew let out a relief of satisfaction and looked at ncas asleep face beside him. In fact, she was not the kind that looked stunning at first nce. Her beauty was more like a piece of uncut jade, which needed to be polished slowly. Her delicate oval face was smooth, and her apricot eyes were shining with radiance, the bridge of her nose was small and exquisite, and her cherry-red lips seemed to be invitingly luring. Matthew could feel his blood flushing towards between his legs again - he closed his eyes immediately, suppressing the desire in his heart. When he opened his eyes again, he had returned to his usual indifference. The phone on the bedside rang, Matthew, its almost the Dragon Boat Festival soon. Your dad would love to have youe back and make rice dumplings together. Now that you are married to nca, we are expecting both of you toe over. Are you free then? The call was made by Carrie Grant, and her words were full of temptation and ttery. Matthew knew that Carrie was afraid that he would get upset about her because of what happenedst time, but he was not interested in maintaining any family life. I heard that nca was all by herself in Oakshire without any family or friends. How about you both Matthew was about to turn Carrie down. But then he saw nca, who was asleep sound and in peace next to him, somehow it touched the softest part inside his heart. nca must really look forward to enjoying family time... Alright, I will take her with me this afternoon. Matthew agreed. Carrie got all excited and immediately started preparation happily on the other side of the phone. In the meanwhile Matthew looked at nca who was deeply asleep, he couldnt help but smile. In the past few years, how many women have tried their best to throw themselves at Matthew, but it was really interesting that nca was something different... Chapter 222 The Hickey on Blanca Chapter 222 The Hickey on nca nca had no idea what Carrie was up to. Yesterday Matthew had made Louise hold an embarrassing press conference for herself. But when nca and Matthew arrived at the Grant family vi, all that gloominess seemed to be gone. Especially Carrie was treating nca well on the contrary, which was super confusing to nca. nca, let me show you how to wrap up the leaves. Carrie took over what nca was holding and started showing nca how it should be done. She saw nca pull up a piece of leaf from the tub, fold it up and fill it up with soaked rice - Carrie had to help out. And nca looked at Carrie, feeling so embarrassed. It was already two in the afternoon. nca woke up around noon. After nca woke up, she dared not look at Matthews eyes, especially after she had found a hickey on her body, which made her blush and her heartbeat raise. nca and Matthew had lunch in the old vi. Carrie was making rice dumplings, which made nca really happy. nca loved holiday celebrations. During holidays, it was fun and joyful in her household, and she didnt have to do any chores and housework. Grandma would buy her treats and snacks for the holidays, too. Matthew,e with me. I need to speak with you. Matthew was ying chess with old Mr. Grant in the living room. Thedies in the family were gathering in the kitchen making rice dumplings. Wilbert Grant walked up to Matthew with a serious look on his face at the moment. Matthew was unsure what Wilbert was up to. He put down the chessman he was holding, Dad, what is it? We can talk here. Matthew Grant. Wilbert barely got mad. But he thought Matthew was out of line this time. Seeing Wilbert was about tosh it out on Matthew, old Mr. Grant yawned, Matthew my boy, it must be for something important. You should meet your dad in the study. I am getting sleepy anyway. I am going to take a nap. Old Mr. Grant trusted Matthew as always, however, he was also a little dissatisfied with the rumors about nca out there during this period of time. He did not intend to save Matthew from this matter. Seeing his grandfather going upstairs, Matthew went silent and directly nodded toward his father Wilbert. Wilbert looked quite upset. He mmed the door after Matthew and himself had entered the study. He RAdt??St chapters at Novel(D)ra/ma.Org Only looked Matthew in the eye, What the heck have you done? A few days ago when he arrived home, Carrieined in tears that Matthew and Louise were getting on a bad term... Wilbert never minded gossips like this until Carrie mentioned that Matthew had messed with the young master of the White family! Matthew, are you seriously thinking that you can do whatever you want now that you are in charge of the Empire Group, and that you can just go ahead and mess with others without thinking through the consequences and your younger sisters safety? Wilbert patted the table angrily when saying so, looking really pissed off. The study was well sound-proofed, so they werent worried about being heard by the people outside. But somehow Matthew seemed not to take Wilberts words seriously at all. After Matthew entered the study, he walked straight to the desk and poured himself a cup of tea. I am speaking with you. What the heck? Wilbert was really angry. Wilbert always had faith in Matthew for almost everything, except that Matthew and Louise never had been the best siblings for each other, which always had been bothering Wilbert all these years past. Matthew took a sip of tea and said coldly, I heard you. Then you owed me an exnation. Wilberts anger was softened up and he said so. Matthews fingertips tapped the tabletop. Then he suddenly raised his head, his sharp eyes swept over, and his voice was still cold, They all deserved to be treated that way. Chapter 223 Louise’s Plot Chapter 223 Louises Plot nca seemed to be concentrated on learning how to make rice dumplings in the living room, but her heart was already feeling unsettled. She didnt even dare to look up at Matthew just now, but now she felt relieved after Matthew had followed Wilbert into the study. nca, what are you thinking about? Ive been calling you a few times. Youve been absent-minded. Did I? When nca looked up, she saw Carries smiling face. She didnt know why Carrie would suddenly show her a weing manner. But nca smiled politely, No, there was nothing. My dear sister-inw, what is that on your neck? Did my brother do that? It seems that my brother really adores you! Suddenly, Louise squeezed in the conversation sourly. In fact, she wanted to say it a long time ago, but her father and brother were there just now. She didnt dare to attack nca in front of Matthew, but now she could speak up her mind without worries, You know, nca, you really amazed me. Before marrying you, Matthew never had time for any woman. I don''t know what you did to make Matthew fall for you. Perhaps it was because that you cast a seductive spell on him? Louises words were full of ridicule, of course, nca knew what she was really trying to say. Louise was implying that nca was a whore. Well, maybe its because of my natural beauty and charm. After all, my hubby is a gentleman and he definitely doesnt appreciate women who voluntarily throw themselves at him. So... I dont think some women will have the chance. nca didnt n on fighting with Louise. She wasnt going to bear with Louises sarcasm so she did the same back to Louise. Louise felt dumb now and wentpletely speechless. Ahem... Carrie hurriedly pulled on Louise when she saw this, not wanting her to continue to offend nca. It wasnt like that they didnt know how much nca weighed in Matthews heart right now. They didnt want to and didnt have to mess their rtionship with her at all. Louise sweetie, didnt you tell mest time that you wanted to apologize to your sister-inw in person? Why dont you do so now? Carrie actually just wanted to learn about ncas persona better thru this. It would help her get around with nca after all. Even though Louise felt reluctant, she had embarrassed herself in front of journalists and didnt want to do it again, Im sorry. Louise said that with a low voice. nca raised her eyebrows when she heard this. She was a person who always aimed to get what she Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. wanted. Since Louise took the initiative to give nca the chance to bully herself, nca would just take it. Last time nca was almost scared the heck out of her... What did you say? I didnt hear you there. nca knew Carrie didnt invite her here only for a simple family gathering or rice dumpling-making. They must be onto something - It was just that she didnt know what that was at the moment. You! Don''t shame your face! Louise immediately pointed to ncas nose and cursed. But just after she finished speaking, she was grabbed by Carrie. Carrie gave Louise a signal. Louise bit her lip before saying anything, nca, my sister-inw, I''m sorry! Oh... Sorry for what? Sorry, that... Louise didnt expect nca would act so aggressively. But considering the pressure from Carrie and what they were up to, Louise went ahead and said softly, nca, I didnt send rk White. I did hold a press conference and cleared that up already per Matthews request. Can you believe me on that? I mean it. Funny! The sun woulde out from the west if Louise really meant her apologies. nca waved her hand, she was about to move on from that. But Louise suddenly rushed over to hold ncas arm tightly, tears overflowed from the corner of her eyes, and she cried hoarsely, Sister-inw, you can hit me or scold me anyway, but please save my cousin Jim, please? After all, Jim is the son of our second uncle, the younger brother of Matthew - blood is thicker than water. You provoke them like this, would you not get afraid of bad retribution? Ah... As Louise was saying, suddenly the whole person of herself fell towards the corner of the table, only hearing a loud sound of falling, her forehead knocked on the corner of the table, and the blood started dripping. ncas heart trembled, staring nkly at her hand released by Louise. Chapter 224 Louise Inflicted This on Herself Chapter 224 Louise Inflicted This on Herself Louise had fallen to the ground, looking at her with embarrassment, her eyes were already tearing up. Sister-inw, even though I''m wrong, you cant treat me this way. It hurts... Mom, help me. Tears rolled down Louises cheeks, and she crawled and grabbed Carries trouser edges begging and crying. The change came so suddenly, nca didnt know what to do for a while. She still maintained the posture just now, a little dazed for a moment. nca, this is your fault. Louise has already apologized to you, what else do you want? And now her reputation outside has been ruined... my poor daughter. Carrie put her arms around Louise and started crying. The corners of ncas mouth twitched as she watched them do this. Now nca finally saw what they were up to. Are you sure you dont want to send your daughter to the hospital? nca reminded Carrie. Even though the wound on Louises forehead didnt seem bad, but it would leave a scar if they didnt take care of it. Who knew that her words immediately aroused the dissatisfaction of Louise and Carrie, but the two of them hadnt said anything. Wilbert Grant had already opened the door and he couldnt help but re at nca when he saw this scene, Can any of you exin to me what is going on? The Grant family was a well-known family and rarely made such a big fuss, but ever since nca married Matthew, things at home seemed to have be more and more chaotic. How could Wilbert not get angry? nca frowned. Wilbert had asked the nanny to call the family doctor. At this moment, Carrie walked to Wilberts side sobbing, and hugged his arm intimately, Honey, my intention of inviting nca over was to apologize, who wouldve known this would happen, who wouldve known...Oh... ... Seeing Carrie crying while she was saying all that, nca only felt that her temples throbbing suddenly. Now nca had figured out what Louise and Carrie were cooking up - See, not until Carrie had finished what she was saying, Louise stood up and was about to speak but nca rushed toward in front of Wilbert and interrupted them, Dad, its my bad. Louise apologized to me just now. She told me that it was stupid of her to kidnap me and she asked me to forgive her. I was just having a moment of hesitation, and all of a sudden, she threatened me with her life that she would kill herself if I didnt let this go... ugh, I am so sorry. I shouldve stopped her. Published by N?v''elD/rama.Org. You, you... Louise listened to what nca said, her mouth was wide open, but she couldnt find anything to refute! How could nca say things like this? She and Carrie looked at each other. They didnt know how they should y along. It was obvious that nca should push her down, and then her father would get angry and nca would get a lesson the hard way. Oh dear sister, you are Matthews younger sister, and also my sister-inw. I wont mind at all. Go get checked out at the doctors. nca held Louise, with a caring and concerned look on her face. Matthew looked at all this indifferently, without making anyments. He naturally could see that the scene was directed by his stepmother and stepsister, but his father felt sorry for the stepmother, so he just pretended not to see it. Well, are you making enough trouble? Just shut up already if you are done. Wilberts gaze swept over the wrapped rice dumplings on the table, and said coldly, Matthew has already told me about this matter. Louise, no matter what, you and the young master of the White family both did wrong in the first ce, you should reflect on it. As for nca... you also have to be careful. Chapter 225 Do You Hate Me? Chapter 225 Do You Hate Me? This farce ended with ncas flexible speech. nca and Matthew had no need to stay. On the way back, Matthew and nca sat in the same car, both in the back seat. Because of the close distance, nca could almost hear Matthew breathing. Why were you stilling to the invitation when you knew there would be trouble waiting for you? Matthew agreed with his own reason, but nca came along to the old house with himself without saying a word. He wasnt sure why she would do so. Surrounded by mountains and rivers outside the window, with red walls and tiles, nca stared at the scenery outside the window for a long while. If I say I miss Grandpa, do you believe it? What do you mean? nca knew Matthew couldnt be fooled. nca smiled bitterly, her eyes could not help but be filled with loneliness. Matthew didnt see that because she kept turning her head and looking out the window, her voice was faint, If they want to harm me, no matter how far I hide in the world, they will try their best, so this is the kind of things I cant escape. Oh? This was an interesting exnation. Matthew turned his head to look at nca. In addition to being good-looking, she was actually smart and adaptive. When Matthew saw her for the first time, he had an inexplicable feeling...This girl was definitely not an ordinary person. Although she said she was born in poverty, he could not mistake her innate temperament. The same temperament as him. Do you hate me, nca? Matthew said such a sentence for almost no reason. nca was a little surprised and looked back at Matthew in awe, only to see that Matthews dark eyes were filled with coldness. She pretended she didnt understand, Hate you for what? Should I hate you? Mhm. Matthew didnt want to continue with this topic, he just mentioned it out of nowhere, but nca smiled, Lets see... Should I hate you for you getting me in these terrible celebrity fights, or for you making me the mocked target on the inte? Perhaps I should hate you for taking my virginity? nca said thest sentence seemingly true or false. But Matthews heart suddenly felt shocked. Matthew couldnt help but clench his fingers on his knees. The look in his eyes seemed more serious. Yes, he wanted her - wanted the most precious thing of a woman from her, and more importantly...he actually had taken that from her and started falling for her. So I guess I hate you. nca said calmly. nca seemed to have looked past Matthews seriousness and coldness on his face, and she spoke, But I will stop hating you as soon as you help me find the person who knows about the pendant and figure out who I am. Oh...?Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. Which means, we made a fair deal. So lets call it even. nca suddenlyughed, the corners of her mouth turned up slightly, and then a beautiful sunny smile was evoked. Matthew was dumbfounded for a while. nca suddenly stretched out her hand and shook in front of Matthew, Are you happy with my answer, Chairman Grant? No, I am not. Matthew said coldly. He refused to admit that he was dazzled by her just now, but he turned the subject of the conversation, Are you sure that the pendant on you doesnt belong to others? What do you mean? Are you saying that I stole it? The atmosphere suddenly turned abruptly, nca stretched out her hand to stroke her pendant, that was the only thing her grandma left for her, but the way Matthew had asked her made her get suspicious. She seemed to be aware of her gaffe, nca said awkwardly, Sorry. Chapter 226 OK, I Will Work With You Chapter 226 OK, I Will Work With You Seeing her attitude suddenly cooled down, Matthew felt a little strange in his heart. Do you really want to know about your background? Matthew looked at her keeping her head down, like a primary school student being reprimanded by a teacher. But looking at her like this, he actually wanted tofort her inexplicably. Matthew wanted to bring her into his arms to gently soothe her. But he didnt do so. "Well, I lived with my grandmother when I was very young. The other kids have their parents, but I dont. They said I was a wild child, saying I had no parents. nca sneered at herself. It was as if those memories were ring their teeth and ws attacking her. She was saying so, and her nasal sound was a bit heavy. She sniffed, not wanting Matthew to see her grievances, Matthew, I dont need anything from you, because I know that you businessmen value benefits and profits. You would never do things that are not profitable, so I am willing to work with you. nca said very calmly, but Matthew didnt think he could bear it. She was just a girl in her early twenties, why would there be destion in her eyes? Alright? I will work with you. nca smiled, I promise I will follow your lead, to shield those bad romances from you, to do whatever you want me to do, even... even in bed. Saying so, shyness shed through ncas face but faded away shortly afterward. She was all smiley again, Is that OK? With a pleading tone, she was nothing more than trying to find out her own background. She generously admitted, concealed her purpose without hesitation, and was even willing to offer to make other deals. Matthew suddenly became a little angry. If it was other men sitting next to nca now, would she also do the same? In order to investigate your own background, would you use your own body as a price in exchange? The more Matthew thought about it, the worse he resisted it. But somehow Matthew felt lucky. He felt lucky that it was himself who had been by her side. You will follow my lead from now on? nca thought Matthew would just stay silent, so it was a bit surprising he suddenly spoke. nca pondered. And then she nodded quickly. She added afterward, But dont push it too far. Haha. Matthewughed, You know what I am talking about. Matthew... nca spoke with a begging expression. She naturally knew what Matthew meant - He wanted to keep her by his side and at the Empire Group, but for nca, the painting was really important. She was this way really touched a soft spot in Matthews heart, Then answer one question from me. Of course, I can answer one question- In fact, all the questions you have! Why does it have to be Peter? Matthew asked. The light in ncas eyes suddenly went out again, and she knew that Matthew would definitely hold onto this matter and not let go. She knew that it was useless to lie in front of him, too. So nca told him the truth, Because hes got potentials and hes talented. Besides, he is a beloved student of Mr. Butler. So can I say that you approach him partly because of Mr. Butler? You could say that. Matthew was stunned by ncas honesty. Shortly afterward, Matthew smiled facing nca. He made a confession to her as well, About the pendant, I can tell you what I know. What is it? I did see that pendant before. It was a gift my mentor gave to his granddaughter when she was born. And youve met his granddaughter before - Malinda Roach.Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org. Chapter 227 Blanca Investigated Her Own Background Chapter 227 nca Investigated Her Own Background Matthew escorted nca home and immediately headed back to the Empire Group. nca knew that he was busy. But Matthew didnt have the chance to thoroughly talk about what he knew about the pendant and Malinda Roach. Mrs. Grant, why are you in a daze? Mrs. Brown couldnt help but wonder what nca was thinking about in silence sitting on the couch since she came back. When she mopped the floor again, Mrs. Brown finally asked nca about it. nca smiled, and suddenly looked at Mrs. Brown, Mrs. Brown, you have been here with Matthew since a long time ago, right? I do. Mrs. Brown assumed that nca was falling deeper for Matthew and that she was getting curious about learning more about his past. So Mrs. Brown was quite happy. So she sat down and talked with nca, Mr. Grants mother passed a long time ago. I have been taking care of Mr. Grant since he was little. No one else would do a better job than I do! Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org. Have you been living in Oakshire? ncas eyes were blinking brightly, and she was hugging her knees while sitting on the couch. Mrs. Brown barely had had anyone to talk to since she worked, and nca kept her interested, Yes, I have. I was married before. But after I had kids, I became Mr. Grants nanny and started taking care of him ever since then... Mrs. Brown, can you tell me more about Matthew? ncaughed. Mrs. Brown didnt treat nca as an outsider, so she started talking endlessly. nca deliberately led the topic to the Butler family. Only then did she learn that Malinda Roach was the first- born daughter of the famous Roach family in Oakshire City. Mr. Butler had only one daughter, and her name was Rosanne Butler. Rosanne fell in love with Anton Roach - the young master of the Roach family. They were almost a perfect match - they fell in love quickly and had a daughter of their own. And that daughter was Malinda Roach. nca couldnt help but look envious as she listened to Mrs. Browns narration. No wonder Malinda turned out to be so good-looking and knowledgeable, she was really different from a wild girl who grew up in the country like nca herself! However, Matthew said that the pendant... Mrs. Brown, does Mr. Butler really only have one daughter? nca asked. Mrs. Brown nodded and she wondered why nca would ask so. And suddenly Mrs. Brown remembered something, and she yelled, Right! Twenty years ago, something big happened. The daughter of the Butler family went missing abruptly. And a yearter, they found her. And after that, the Butlers and Roachs even loved the granddaughter more. Went missing? ncas instincts told her there was something wrong. But she wasnt sure what that was. She was suspicious, How old is Miss Roach? Lets see... should be twenty-two. As soon as Mrs. Brown finished speaking, nca sat up on the couch. The pendant was made by Mr. Butler. Miss Roach once lost it. Was it possible that this pendant was actually the one that Mr. Butler had given to Malinda back then? But why did it end up in ncas hands? There seemed to be a mess in ncas head. nca covered her head and heard Mrs. Brown anxiously ask, Mrs. Grant, whats the matter with you? I am okay, just remembering that I have something else to do. I am heading out. nca turned her head and said to Mrs. Brown when she was on her way out. There were too many doubts about this matter, nca had to clear these up with Matthew! What if nca herself had to do with the Roach family? Even though nca didnt believe in such a coincidence, she would not let go of any clues and evidence. Chapter 228 Blanca’s Sadness Chapter 228 ncas Sadness Matthew never finished what he was about to say, so nca had to find out. On her way to the Empire group, she kept thinking about how she should start the conversation, however, she saw someone familiar as soon as she arrived. Matthew, lets go have dinner together tonight. Malinda was smiling at Matthew, with her eyes full of gentleness. She came shopping here this afternoon. And she remembered that Matthews office was nearby, so Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. she just came to say hello. She stayed at Matthews office until after lunch break - All she wanted was a chance to spend some time with Matthew alone. Matthew didnt seem quite willing to though, Thank you, but I am good. My driver will take you home. Come on, Matthew! Seeing Matthew was already a few steps ahead of herself, Malinda felt a bit sad; However, her sadness didntst long. She called on him and ran toward him, almost begging, My grandfather told you to look after me. And now you dont even want to have dinner with me? It was rush hours and they were surrounded by the Empire group staff. To spare the employees witnessing more of the scene, Matthew nced at Malinda and agreed. Malinda was immediately lighted up. She held Matthews arm closely, Lets go. I heard there was a new restaurant opened nearby with great rmendations... Matthew wanted to pull out his arm naturally, however, Malinda was holding on to him too tightly so he failed. He didnt think too much about this as he always saw Malinda as a younger sister. But nca witnessed all of it. Check that out! I heard that thedy was a young madam of the Roach family. She was Mr. Grants childhood sweetheart... I know, right? Miss Louise was interning at thepany earlier and I saw Miss Louise and Miss Roach hanging out together. Miss Roach and Chairman Grant seem like a perfect match. Hey, thats nonsense - Mr. Grant is married... ... Several women in professional suits passed by nca. nca had just seen Malinda and Matthew and she turned her back to them, fearing they would recognize her. And now at this moment, she heard such words. nca felt a little awkward in her heart. nca squeezed a smile with bitterness - Perhaps a sessful handsome young businessman like Matthew should really be with somedylike Malinda Roach. nca felt sour - But why was she getting all jealous? Originally, nca and Matthew were not a real married couple. Thinking about it this way, nca knew she wouldnt get any more answers today, so she simply turned around, but she didnt know where to go. In such a huge city, she didnt even have a ce to stay. nca! Isabel? Why are you here? nca turned around and saw Isabel running toward herself. Isabel was even wearing a professional suit. Now nca felt she asked a question she shouldnt have - Obviously Isabel just got off work. Where else would she be then? nca, whats the matter with you? Hahaha... Isabel burst intoughter. She stopped in front of nca, Are you here for Mr. Chairman? No, I am not. Well, then you are here... Isabel, have you got any ns? If you dont, mind if I buy you dinner? nca smiled. Finally, nca had a chance to express her gratitude towards Isabel over dinner after Isabel had helped her so much back at thepany. Isabel nodded. She was about to say something to nca but seeing nca seemed to have a bad mood, she swallowed those words back. Chapter 229 Did Matthew See Her Like a One-Night-Stand? Chapter 229 Did Matthew See Her Like a One-Night-Stand? nca, whats going on? You seem so upset. The two girls picked a nice restaurant, ordered soup and three other dishes. nca asked her the question when they were waiting for the food. She could clearly see that nca was in a terrible mood. nca was holding onto the lemonade in front of her, but she didnt speak. Isabel reached her hand over and pointed at ncas neck, Woah... nca, whats that on your neck? What are you talking about? No... Perhaps you should cover that up with a scarf next time. The one on your neck is way too noticeable. Isabel mumbled, I have no idea Mr. Grant is such a different person in bed than he normally looks like... Oh, nca, dont get me wrong! There was no way nca would misunderstand Isabel. Hearing what Isabel said, nca knew there was something embarrassing on her neck - She blushed in shame and shyness. Isabel saw her like this, covering her mouth, and snickered, Well, we are both adults here, there is no need to be shy about this. Isabel, do you think... this is nothing? nca bit her lip, aplex emotion shed in her eyes. For her, although she didnt regard this kind of thing as important, she still wanted to save it for someone she was in love with. I do think so. I mean, nowadays, one-night-stands are moremon than before, let alone married couples sex life. The food came up ready while they were talking, and the two of them quickly stopped the topic, but nca was a little bit disappointed. So, between her and Matthew, did he also treat her like a one-night stand? Yes, a man like Matthew who would have no problem getting any women hed like - he probably didnt take this matter seriously. ncaughed at herself and remembered the closeness of Matthew and Malinda, her heart was sour and swollen as if soaked in water. After eating, the sky was getting dark, and nca suddenly received a phone call. Where are you? The voice on the other side of the phone was low, with unquestionable majesty. nca almost blurted out her current location, but after another thought, how could Matthew go on having dinner with Malinda without telling her that she had to report her itinerary? Outside, having dinner with a friend. Location. ... nca bit on her chopsticks and didnt want to answer. Isabel kept giving her signals over there, Is it, Mr. Grant? Is heing to pick you up? If so, I will go first, just about time to catch the bus! Isabel... Not until nca had finished speaking, Isabel wave her hand at nca, pick up her bag, and leave. nca sighed, knowing that Isabel was actually a little afraid of Matthew. Not only Isabel, but most of thepanys employees were a little afraid of him. Finally, nca hesitated and told Matthew her Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. position. Ten minutester, Matthew already arrived. He was still wearing the suit he wore this morning. It was ck with white vertical stripes, which made the whole person more elegant, but his indifferent temperament of him could not be changed. After looking around at the dinner table, Matthews sight finally fell on nca. nca hurriedly said, I was having dinner with my colleague. She has already left. After speaking, nca regretted it. Why should she report her itinerary to Matthew? Matthew didnt say anything else. He just nodded, Lets go. I... Do you have anything to talk to me about? Seeing that nca didnt seem to want to leave - She hesitated while biting on the straw. Matthew simply pulled the chair away and sat down. He seemed to be waiting patiently. Chapter 230 Confronting Matthew Chapter 230 Confronting Matthew The restaurant was small, and the lights were a bit too bright, and he could clearly see the looming red mark under the cor of ncas clothes, which were even more conspicuous on her fair skin. Matthew had everything to do with it. Thinking of the way nca was whenying under himself, Matthew couldnt help feeling very good. What do you want to talk to me about? It was rare for him to initially ask. nca wanted to ask about the pendant, but somehow, when she raised her head, she met Matthewss smiling eyes - she found it hard to ask the question. Was he so happy because he had a joyful time hanging with Malinda in the evening? They all graduated from very good universities, unlike herself, a wild girl who nobody would want. Matthew and Malinda must have a lot inmon. Almost subconsciously, nca said, I saw you with Malinda this afternoon. What she said not only surprised Matthew but herself too. What were you doing, nca? You were Matthews legit wife - who were you to confront him like this? nca sounded like she had caught Matthew cheating on her... You saw us, but what is it? The corners of Matthews thin lips moved. He hadnt paid attention to his surroundings at the time, and naturally, he hadnt seen nca either. Now thinking about it, he was a little curious about why she came to thepany. I... nca saw Matthews eyes filled with indifference like a ball leaking air. She stood up, Its nothing. I am full. Lets go. nca stood up and was about to leave, but was stopped by Matthew. He seemed upset, nca, I dont appreciate unfinished conversations. The unsatisfactory look in his eyes was too noticeable. nca suddenly got mad, almost instantly, she walked up to Matthew as he was still sitting down. nca was now a bit taller than him, so when nca suddenly lowered her head, Matthew had no Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. chance to escape. These two had their lips pressed against each other, and Matthew was a little surprised. His dark pupils tightened. Just when he wanted to continue the kiss with more affection, nca stood up lightly, with a sly smile on, How does that feel? Sweet, magical... Matthew didnt react for a while as if the whole person had been cast a curse. nca said proudly, Are you angry? I kissed you while you were not paying attention. Anger? It really didnt feel like this. Matthew couldnt help but get serious. The moment he was kissed he felt shocked in his heart, and then he turned out to be joyful. But when he was asked by nca, the joy that had not spread in his heart suddenly disappeared, nca, what are you thinking? I just want to say, if you feel unhappy about me kissing you without asking in advance, then please consider how I would feel next time. Excuse me? Dont sleep with me.. not without my permission. ncas face flushed rosiness when she finished saying this. She looked at Matthew with a little annoyance - She was really angry, with his questioning eyes. But after a while, Matthew suddenlyughed. So you are saying that we can sleep together? ... nca looked at Matthew incredulously, as if looking at a fool. Matthew didnt take it seriously. He stretched out his tongue and licked his lips as if he was still thinking about it. His appearance made ncas face even redder. Matthew said, Okay before I sleep with you next time, I will tell you in advance. Chapter 231 May I Kiss You Chapter 231 May I Kiss You That was not what she meant! nca red at Matthew but he seemed to neglect the way she scowled at him. He asked, Can we go now? Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. By the end of the sentence, nca took her purse and walked straight out of there regardless of Matthew. But when she got to that car outside, she found out that it was locked by Matthew and there was no way in. She had to lean on the car and wait for him toe. nca. Hmm? All of a sudden, she heard a voice and was held against the car door just as she was turning around. Matthew leaned on the car windows and confined her with his strong arms. She had no way out. He just lowered his head and looked right into her eyes. Matthew, what are you doing... You taught me this... Matthew grinned and came closer. He kissed gently on her delicate earlobe and she could even feel the warmth of his breath, which made her body tremble a little bit. How could she take this... May I kiss you? She could hear him chuckling near her ears. Since she had said that he couldnt kiss her without her consent, then he would follow the rules anyways. nca felt like her heart was pounding aloud and she could clearly hear her heartbeats. And it was around 8 oclock in the evening and there were still a lot of people out there. If they kissed, wouldnt many people see them? Woah... She felt a soft kiss on her lips but that was it. Matthew let go of her very quickly, leaving nca in astonishment. He took out his car key and opened the door. She was pushed into the passenger seat and the car sped off. nca couldnt help touching her lips and her mind started wandering. Unexpectedly, the phone rang and nca took it out. It was a voice message from Isabel. nca didnt think twice about and put it on speaker. nca, theres one thing that Ive been struggling about whether to tell you or not. But Im gonna tell you anyway now. Last night when I just got off work, I saw Mr. Grant leaving with Miss Roach. You better keep an eye on your man or... Before the voice message ended, nca put her hand on the speaker and was quite embarrassed. She didnt expect Matthew to hear that. Well, dont think too much about this. She likes telling jokes, nca exined awkwardly. The atmosphere changed instantly. When they arrived home, it was getting dark already. However, Matthew suddenly said, nca. Hah? Anything else you wanna say? If its okay, I wanna go to my room and have some rest, nca forced herself to say. She had been having strange feelings about Matthew now... They werent actually a couple. But why did he continue to do such intimate things to mislead her? Matthew abruptly approached her and walked upstairs with her. nca thought he had already forgot about the voice message. But when they got inside, Matthew undid his suit jacket and turned to nca, Why did youe to Empire Group today? I... I went to grab a bite with Isabel. Really? Just that? Matthew clearly didnt buy it. He sat on the couch and looked grim and tentative. nca knew she couldnt keep any secrets from him so she gave up lying about what happened, I wanted to discuss something with you. And what was it? Actually, when nca left the house, Mrs. Brown called him and told him about what happened in the afternoon. So, Matthew knew everything. Chapter 232 Does Mr. Butler Have Something to Do With The Pendant? Chapter 232 Does Mr. Butler Have Something to Do With The Pendant? nca had butterflies in her stomach. She was getting more and more nervous. Since Matthew and Malinda were so close, he would be mad at her if she said a bad word about her, right? And he would definitely take Malindas side. Nothing, nca smiled and said hastily, Im gonna take a shower. Its been a long day. Before Matthew could say anything, she grabbed her clothes and went into the bathroom. He could hear the noises of her showering. He just kept listening the shower sounds and didnt do anything. He knew what nca was suspecting about. But...she didnt say anything and he didnt know why she didnt. After a while, Matthew went to the study. Seeing the shadow outside the door was gone through the frosted ss, nca was finally relived. She hadnt taken off her clothes and had just turned on the shower to cover up her nervousness. After she calmed herself down, she took a shower and found out Matthew hadnte back when she went out of the bathroom. She silently went into bed. Then she got a message from Fiona. She wanted nca to help drawing some cartoon characters and she invited her to their party. nca said yes about the cartoon characters but then she said, I wish I could, but I dont know most of the people in the party. Pleasee, nca. I thought you always wanted to see around the campus, isnt it right? Fiona talked her through. nca actually wanted to go from the beginning. This girl went to the same middle school with her and got into the Oakshire University. She was incredibly smart and was an excellent student. Back when nca just came to Oakshire, she wanted to visit the Oakshire University. But the security guards wouldnt let her in if she didnt have a student ID card. Now that she had the chance to do that, she hesitated and said yes to Fiona. Just as she was about to put down her phone, the door was opened. Matthew seemed to take a shower in another bathroom and walked in with steam around him. Seeing that nca was still up, he walked to the bed, pulled back the quilt and sat, Youre gonna tell it yourself or you want me to ask you? nca was startled and wondered what he had known. She looked at him and asked tentatively, What are you talking about? Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. She was trying to y dumb. Matthew got closer and reached his hand to her. nca panicked and flinched. Did Matthew want to do that again? She wrapped her arms around herself and red at him. She wouldnt sleep with him again! She wasnt a prostitute. Why did Matthew try to have sex with her so many times? This. Matthew pointed at the pendant on her neck and nca finally understood what he meant. She was relieved and then she flushed for her misunderstanding. Matthew wasnt trying to anything weird to her. Youre gonna tell me or not? ... nca knew he was smart enough to know what happened so she stopped trying to hide it from him. I wanted to know the rtionship of my pendant, Malinda and Mr. Butler. As she was speaking, her hands clenched into fists. She was quite anxious. After all, it was about where exactly she came from. Would a noble woman like Malinda have something to do with her? And would Matthew tell her the truth? She had no idea. Matthew had already anticipated that she guessed something but he didnt expect her to be some blunt about this. He smiled abruptly, Is that really what you think? You think you are the child of the Roach family? Chapter 233 Waiting For Matthew’s Explanation Chapter 233 Waiting For Matthews Exnation The shimmering lights from the delicate chandelier above her blinded nca for a second. Did she just hear him mocking her? Matthew, Im waiting for your exnation. She clenched her fists. She was on her knees on her bed at this moment and there were tears in her eyes. nca looked up and stared at Matthew. She was aware that Matthew definitely knew something! I never thought I was the child of the Roach family. But dont you think you owe me an exnation? Since he had already known the pendant was rted to Mr. Butler, he must have some thoughts and guesses about this. Matthew was smart enough to do some investigation. nca almost thought that he had been aware of the truth. Matthew was silent. He just leaned on the bed and didnt even look at her. This agitated her. As time passing by, nca thought he wouldnt tell her the truth. She suddenly got a Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. strong sense of powerlessness because she was nothingparing to Matthew and she didnt even get tomand him to do anything. She got out of bed and wanted to leave the room. But just as her feet touched the ground, Matthew pulled her back in bed... nca started to struggle but he was so much stronger than her. After a few minutes, not only was she unable to get rid of Matthew, she was also a little out of breath. In the end, she just let himy her down and her eyes were empty. Mr. Grant, you already refuse to tell me the truth. And now you dont want me to get some sleep in another room? Oh, why another room? Because I dont wanna see you. She rolled her dark eyes and fixed them at his face. His legs confined her and his whole body was above her, which stressed her out! You dont wanna see me? Matthew repeated her words and looked emotionless. He knew that nca would be mad because she had always wanted to know where she came from and he had been hiding a lot about this from her. He even expected that she would make a scene, threaten him and try to make a deal. But he didnt anticipate that she would just silently walk away. Yeah. And Mr. Grant dont even allow me to sleep in another room? nca was certain that she couldnt get any useful information from him! Because he was with Malinda. Actually, nca never thought that she was the daughter of the Roach family. She just wanted to know why the daughter once went missing and nca had the pendant that belonged to that child. All of this was just so confusing. She just wanted to know the truth. But she didnt get the chance to! Matthew, are you done? If youre done with this, please let go of me, she said angrily. nca wasnt so polite and careful around Matthew like she did before anymore, which probably resulted from the fact that they had already slept together. Matthew found this quite lovely. He said, Oh, when did I say that...I wont tell you the truth? You want to tell me now? Her doe eyes started to sparkle. She didnt even give a second thought about their position right now and looked at him eagerly. Damn... The look on her face made him thirsty and get a strange feeling...He coughed and let go of her, looking quite unnatural, You were right. That pendant of yours is exactly the same as that of the first daughter of the Roach family. Matthew looked away and said that calmly. Chapter 234 Matthew’s heartbreak Chapter 234 Matthews heartbreak They were indeed the same... Did that mean that she was the child of the Roach family? Niggling thoughts were running wild in her mind and nca didnt know what to do. But that doesnt prove anything, Matthew saw her covering her fore head and added, I will do some investigation about this. You just need to wait for the result, okay? On the day when Mr. Butler came to him at the office, Matthew had already found out that this pendant was the same as the one Mr. Butler made, but they werent the same one. Malinda was once kidnapped and was found a yearter. They thought that pendant was gone, but yesterday the old woman who sent Malinda back brought the pendant to them and imed that she didnt find it until that day. This matter needed to be thoroughly investigated. Seeing nca so depressed, Matthew felt sorry and said, If you trust me, I will give you an answer to this. nca hesitated for a while and said, Matthew, I just want the truth. What? I was born a slum dog and got used to the hardship in life. I never dreamed of being a princess but I just want the truth, nca said in tears. She was being blunt and emotional about this. Her grandma was all she had growing up and now she was gone, leaving nca alone in this world. She just wanted to find her family! Matthew, you wont lie to me, right? nca tried to force herself to give him a smile. Her smile made him feel a sting on his heart... Would he tell her the truth? If the truth costed too much, would he tell her? Matthew, will you? nca asked again. After a while, Matthew said, Well, just get some sleep. Then he turned off the lights. It seemed like he didnt want nca to see the hesitation on his face. But nca was relieved! Excellent! She could feel that she was closer to the truth... This night, nca slept quite well. The next morning, she woke up and found Matthew was already gone. It looked like he had gone for exercise. nca stretched her arms and felt quite refreshed after getting everything out in the open. She even started to hum when going downstairs. Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. Good morning, Mrs. Brown! Good morning, Mrs. Grant! Mrs. Brown was doing her cleaning job smiling. nca went downstairs and saw Matthew at the dining table, looking cold and prestigious. nca pulled the chair out and greeted him like nothing happened Good morning. Hmm. Even though he was having his breakfast, he couldnt help smiling seeing her happy like that. After you finish your breakfast,e to the office with me, Matthew said. ... nca held her ss of milk and frowned. She pretended to ask inadvertently, What am I going to the office for? I already quit. To keep mepany. Is that too much to ask? nca choked on his words and coughed. She stared at him and wondered what was wrong with him. Why would she go to work with him just to keep himpany? But Ive got things to do, nca said. After finishing his meal, Matthew wiped his mouth elegantly and asked, What are you going to do? I have ns with my friend. nca said that calmly. She made a promise to Fiona that she would visit her school and Fiona would introduce her to some friends of hers. nca didnt get many chances to hang out with her friends anymore since she came to Oakshire. She actually liked having fun with her friends and now this was a good opportunity. Chapter 235 What A Bossy Man Chapter 235 What A Bossy Man ns? Matthew put down his fork and leaned back. He lifted his head and took a good look at nca. She was wearing a pink stripy shirt and a worn-out jeans shorts. She had her hair tucked into a bun, looking like a college student. It was quite attempting. The more lovely and innocent she looked, the more he wanted to make her his. Matthew stopped his mind from wandering and asked, Who is it? nca didnt n to hide this from him anyway and told him. Matthew thought for a second and said, My assistant will take you there. No! nca refused, If you do that, everyone will know Im your wife! I dont want that kind of attention and I dont want people to talk trash behind my back. Matthews car would catch too much attention. If she went to the campus in this car, people would stare. Matthew thought for a while and agreed with her, Then Ill take you there. What?! nca almost choked on her ss of milk. He would get more attention than his car. Matthew, you really want me to be the center of attention? nca said bitterly. Just as she finished saying that, Mrs. Brown overheard andughed, Mrs. Grant, Mr. Grant is concerned about you. The college boys are young and hot, Mr. Grant is afraid that they might steal you away. Mrs. Browns words made her flush. nca lowered down her head and didnt dare to look at Matthew. Why would this kind of teasing...? Made her so happy? Matthew, well...Dont worry, Im just going out with a girl. nca gave him a big smile. It seemed like Matthew was really concerned that someone would steal her away. Matthew wasnt mad at all and he said, Mrs. Brown really knows me. Im worried about you so let me take you there. Lets go. Hey... And then nca was pushed into the car by Matthew. She was kind of embarrassed and peeped at his face. He looked good driving, just like a princeing straight out of a Disney movie. It was unrealistic for her to have such a husband. The word husband was like a magic spell. Just thinking of it made her heart melt. She looked away and heard him chuckle, Why did you stop? Huh? If you wanna look at me, just do it. I wont charge you money. Matthews deep voice made her blush. nca was ying with her fingers and staring outside the window, pretending nothing had happened. But the car was heading to the school and nca couldnt resist asking, Matthew, you... Say it. Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org. His voice was still cold. nca turned around. Matthew was actually quite handsome. He looked like a doll from afar and if you looked closely, he looked like a marble statue. His sharp jaw line, delicate nose, dreamy eyes and even his eyebrows were pleasant to look at. This was quite a kissable face. And his eyshes were even thicker than girls. Noticing that nca was looking, Matthew asked, You wanna say it or not? nca was practically staring, which made him kind of ttered. Chapter 236 You Were Also A Straight A Student Back Then? Chapter 236 You Were Also A Straight A Student Back Then? This girl... There are no girls that you like? nca pretended to ask inadvertently and kept staring at him. He was in his twenties. He definitely had a crush on someone. No. Really? nca leaned toward him curiously, How is that possible? You are in your twenties. There must have been someone you like when you were a student, right? Why do you think its impossible? Matthew chuckled with joy. He didnt know why he found it intriguing to see her so careful and curious. The car was still going steadily but Matthew slowed it down. He enjoyed his time with her. It is impossible...We are not saints. Back in school, there were always some kids who got good looks and good grades and had a great personality. Everyone was so young and dumb and would always have a crush... Oh? So, you had a crush on someone? Yeah, there was a boy that I liked in middle school. He was a straight A student and was very tall for that age. He was about 5 foot 6 at that time. He was the top student and was very nice. The happiest time every day for me was when he came to collect my homework, nca said with passion. Back in school, she was a little bit dim and didnt get good grades, unlike that boy. That boy was born smart. He could instantly memorize everything that the teachers taught them and he always got straight As. A lot of girls liked him in school. And of course nca wasnt surprised about that. She started to be a little nostalgic but Matthew was getting jealous and stopped smiling. Straight As? He was also a straight A student back in school! Oh, why are we talking about me? Lets talk about you. Were there any girls you liked? You really never fell in love with any girls? nca kept gossiping but her heart was racing fast. A nice and rich guy like Matthew would have a lot of followers. She was kind of bitter about this. She looked into his eyes but he didnt change his expression. No, Matthew said. Hmm, if you dont wanna talk about it, then fine, nca said. She turned away and stared outside the window. It was nice and warm at 8 oclock in the morning. She was in a pretty good mood but that didnt stop her heart from pounding so loud. She started to feel like she began to care more about Matthew. Last night, she was unhappy and jealous at the thought of Matthew lying to her and taking Malindas side. That was why she got mad at him. They arrived at school and nca didnt want to be recognized. She asked Matthew to pull over 100 yards from the school gate. She said goodbye and wanted to get off the car. But then Matthew rolled down the window and said, Wait. Anything else? nca tilted her head and held on to her purse. Matthew took a closer look of her and wasnt very pleasant about her outfits. But he didntment about it and asked, Do you still have a crush on that boy? Huh? nca paused for a second before she knew what he meant. Sheughed and said, How is that even possible? If I still like him, why would I be Todds girlfriend? She mentioned Todd unconsciously but Matthew was getting upset. She swallowed for a bit and said, Go to work. I gotta go. After that, she ran into the school. Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. Seeing her so cheerful and youthful, Matthew started the car and left. Chapter 237 Didn’t Want Her To Be Wronged Chapter 237 Didnt Want Her To Be Wronged After Matthew was gone, nca found Fiona very soon. Fiona and nca actually came from the same city and Fiona came from a better-off family. She had gone to the boarding school in Oakshire ever since high school. The two of them went to a cafe and talked about their experiences in the past few years. Fiona got excellent grades in SAT and made it to the Oakshire University. She was a senior now and was about to graduate. nca, are you really married to Mr. Grant? The chairman of the Empire Group... Fiona suddenly changed the subject and started asking about nca. To be honest, she didnt believe that. If nca was really married to Matthew, why would she draw cartoon characters to make a living? nca just smiled. She didnt admit or deny it. She just asked, How did you know about that? Even though she had gone to several news conferences with Matthew, but they were all rted to the fields of finance and economy, which not many people would know about. Well... Is it Kylie? nca asked. She had already guessed that and she heard that Todd and Kylie got divorced and Todd was just a gold-digger and was using her the whole time. He got into a good university, got a great job and settled down in Oakshire. If nothing went wrong, he could have a pretty bright future. But things like that happened and he lost his job. He risked everything and almost raped her. Thank God that Matthew came and fixed that. But she hadnt heard any news about Kylie ever since. Actually, nca knew what kind of person Kylie was. After all they had been best friends for years and she wouldnt let this slide easily. nca, do you know all of this? Kylie has been spreading rumors about you...In fact, I invited you here to give you a heads up because I felt like I shouldnt say this online. Fiona rubbed her head awkwardly and took out her phone. She knew nca was a good person. She didnt want her to be wronged so she gave her a hand. Here, this is our chat group. There are a lot of ssmates that came to work in Oakshire so we have been in touch all along. Not long ago, Kylie started rumors in the group... Fiona handed the phone to nca. nca just scrolled up and saw a bunch of things that Kylie said to trash her. At the beginning, some people would defend her. But gradually they all started to buy it. Fiona, thank you. I know about this now, nca handed the phone back to Fiona and didnt want this incident to ruin their mood, I thought there would be a small gathering today, isnt that right? And you said you wanna show me around the campus! Lets go! Yeah, nca, the food in our campus is very good... They giggled and finished their coffee. Then they got up to hang out. None of them found out that someone was staring at them viciously the whole time. Kylie saw the two of them left and she continued to follow them. Fiona asked if there was anyone who could draw cartoon profile photos in the chat group before and Kylie rmended nca. She wanted Fiona to reach out to her but that girl forgot about this whole thing. But thank God that nca put out an advertisement of her drawing in Twitter and Fiona fell for it. Kylie narrowed her eyes and knew this was her only chance.Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org. Chapter 238 Jim Escaped Chapter 238 Jim Escaped By the time Matthew arrived at the office, it was already 9 oclock. Curtis saw him and rushed to him, Mr. Grant. What happened? Why the hurry? Curtis had been working for him for a long time. If nothing emergent came up, he wouldnt be like this. Jim escaped, Curtis said. This incident was quite troublesome for him. Even though Jim nearly raped Mrs. Grant, Jim was the son of the Grant family after all. He couldnt afford to take the consequences if anything happened to Jim. When did that happen? This morning. Curtis said he came to work this morning like usual. But just as he arrived at the parking lot, he got a call and was told that Jim had gone missing. And then Curtis rushed to tell Matthew that. Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. Gone missing... Matthews eyes were getting grimmer but he still looked quite calm. He headed to his office and told Curtis to do something else. After he had done telling Curtis what to do and they were about to enter the room, Matthew said, Keep it low and send people to find him. Then, he added, Jim is smarter than that. He should be fine. Curtis finally could rest assured after hearing that. Roger that! Ill get started now! Curtis hurriedly left and then Matthew went into his office and started working calmly. But he had been constantly thinking about nca... What was she doing now? Well. Since when did he started to be so absent-minded? Matthew had been busy the whole morning. At noon, his secretary came into to inform him that Malinda was here. Matthew frowned and said, Tell her Im not here. But Mr. Grant, Miss Roach... The secretary didnt know what to say now. Malinda was not only Louises good friend, she was also the daughter of the Roach family. Who would dare to lie to her? Matthew pinched his forehead and said, Send her in. The secretary hurriedly went out of the room. ... ... Fiona had shown nca around and nca was amazed at how great a college could be...She could see students heading to sses with books in their hands, young people riding bikes and ying basketball and lovebirds sitting by theke. Everything was so alive and full of youth and energy. nca, what are you looking at? Nothing, nca said and she stopped looking. She just saw a man by theke and he seemed to be quite familiar. She might be just confused. It seemed too coincidental that she saw him in the afternoon after she just mentioned him in the morning. Then lets go, they might have arrived now! Fiona didnt have a second thought and dragged nca to the party. Most of them just started working or hadnt graduated yet, so they chose a more economic restaurant, which was near the front gate of the Oakshire University. After lunch, someone proposed that they should go to a karaoke. nca didnt want to go but Fiona insisted, so she had to say yes. The Karaoke room had a lot of space and nca couldnt resist the chance to sing. After she sang, everybody cheered and she was kind of shy. Just as she was about to go the thedys room, the door was pushed open. Sorry, Imte. I got caught up at home. Zachary, you finally show up! Weve been waiting for so long! Yeah! You gotta take three shots to apologize! ... Everyone in the room booed and nca was stunned. This man was the one she just brought up this morning. Zachery was the homing king back in middle school. A lot of girls had a crush on him. Now he was wearing a baggy white shirt and Khaki shorts with a ck backpack, standing outside the door. He seemed not to age at all. Chapter 239 I Heard You Are Married Now Chapter 239 I Heard You Are Married Now nca, I didnt know you woulde. Zachary didnt expect to see her here. But he had always been easygoing and nice so he naturally greeted her, I heard you are married now, I havent congratted you yet. Thank you. You guys have fun. Im gonna go to thedys room. Of course she was shocked. But nca kept smiling. She found an excuse and got out of the room. The door insted the noises and music. nca went to thedys room in relief and when she finished washing her hands, she saw Zachary was standing outside the door. She was stunned and said, You wanna go to the toilet? Mans room is that way. No, I came for you. Huh? Me... nca was surprised. Her hands were still wet and she wiped them embarrassedly. After all, she used to like him so it was normal that she still blushed when she saw him. Can we take a walk? What? Can we talk here? nca was puzzled. Zachary touched his head and gave a big boyish smile. It was warm, unlike Matthew. Seeing him like that, nca agreed. She followed behind Zachary and went out. But when she looked at his back, she thought about Matthew. She wondered what he was doing right now... nca, how have you been these years? They walked to the door and Zachary stopped. He seemed to drink some alcohol and nca said hastily, Wait a minute! Then she hurriedly went to buy a bottle of water. She opened it and handed it to him, Drink some water. You just drank earlier. Its not good for your health. Some water can help you feel better. Poof... Zachary couldnt helpughing out loud. After all these years, nca was still so sweet and innocent. Even though they had all changed, nca was still the same. Thank you. He drank the water and followed nca around for a bit. On the way, he wanted to say something but nca changed the subject. However, they didnt know Matthew had been watching this whole time. Matthew, what happened? Malinda was smiling elegantly. She looked around and didnt see anything. Matthew shook his head, We still havent arrived the ce you mentioned? Not yet but pretty soon! Malinda giggled and said. She wanted to grab his arm but he silently avoided her. She came for Matthew at noon and showed him the pendant on her neck. Matthew took the bait just as she expected. It seemed that he cared a lot about nca... Matthew, lets have a meal together, shall we? Malinda proposed. She said she knew a jewelry guy who had fixed the crack on her pendant. And Matthew asked her to Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org. take him to that guy. No need. Lets go, Matthew said. He just saw the pendant on Malindas neck. It was beautiful and delicate and exactly the same as ncas besides the rope. But Malindas pendant had a small crack on it. The reason he came with Malinda was that he wanted to meet the jewelry guy. After a while, Malinda said, Were here, Matthew, we have arrived. Malinda said that and went to knock on the door. Matthew took his phone away. He had just sent Curtis a message to ask him to follow nca. Did that womane here to party or meet her old lover? Matthew... Malinda urged him again and Matthew quietly put his phone away. He followed her in. It was an old house and Matthew noticed there were a bunch of decorations, indicating that the owner was a genius. Miss Roach, why are you here? Pleasee in! A middle-aged man came out of the house and greeted Malinda. Matthew took a look at him. He seemed to be in his forties and looked like an artist. And this one is... Its a friend of mine. Just call me Mr. Grant. He came here to ask you something, she exined and eyed him up and down. The man made him a cup of tea and Malinda smiled. She was finally relieved after she saw Matthew drank that cup of tea. Chapter 240 He Was Drugged Chapter 240 He Was Drugged Matthew put down the cup and nced at him, Mister, I want to ask you that... ... Before he could even finish his sentence, the cup fell onto the ground and he felt quite dizzy. Matthew, whats wrong? Matthew! Malinda came to him and held his arms. She acted like she was really concerned about him and Matthew felt really giddy. When he realized what happened, he fainted. He was drugged. Seeing Matthew leaning on the desk and frowning, Malinda took a deep breath and let go of his arm. The look on her face wasplicated. The man rubbed his hands together and got carried away, Miss Roach, I helped you this time and I could never live in this house again. Oh, I know. Thank you. Malinda grabbed the cup next to her and took a sip. Then she took a check out of her designer bag and said, You can live on this for the rest of your life. Hahaha, thank you! The man held the check carefully and kissed it for a few times. He put it in his pocket. A man of his age just wanted to have fun. With this amount of money, he could have all the fun in the world. So you know what to do next, right? Malinda asked. Of course, if Miss Roach and this man do what you should do, you will have nothing to worry about! The middle-aged man giggled and dragged Matthew into the room under Malindas watch. Malinda said, Be careful. Yeah, he seems to be quite precious to you, Ill be very careful with him! The man said. He had already dragged him to bed but was stopped when he was about to undress him. Malinda waved her hands and said impatiently, Just leave. Come back in two hours. Hahaha, is two hours enough for you? Malinda red at him and the man rubbed his hands in fear, Ill go now! Then he shut the door for her. This youngdy went all the way for this young boy. His family had been quite wealthy and had been making jewelries for rich people. But when it came to Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. his generation, he got caught up in the games and lose all the family fortune. Recently he even lost his house. If it werent for Malinda, he would be killed in the streets for his debts someday. As soon as he got the money, he went to have fun. Matthew, you didnt see iting... Malindaughed at herself and stared at him. Even though his eyes were closed, she could still sense his vibe. But why would such a remarkable man marry nca? No, he belonged with Malinda. She looked at him and smiled obsessively. After a while, she undressed herself and her white dress fell to the ground, gently brushing her legs. Matthew, if grandpa knows you have slept with me, would he tell you to take the responsibility? Malinda reached out her hand to caress his face like she was touching her most precious prize. Chapter 241 What Happened To Matthew? Chapter 241 What Happened To Matthew? Zachary told nca what had happened to him these years. nca listened carefully. Looking at Zachary''s excited face, nca was somewhat absent-minded. She believed that a man like Zachary would definitely find a nice girl in the future. That girl must be gentle and virtuous. "nca, in fact, I..." Before Zachary could finish his words, nca''s phone rang. She smiled apologetically, "I have to answer the phone!" After saying that, nca took the phone and walked away. She didnt notice Zacharys disappointed look. Zachary summoned up all his courage, but he still didnt show his love. nca breathed a sigh of relief. This phone call saved her. It was so embarrassing to stay with Zachary. "Hello, Mrs. Grant. Do you know where Mr. Grant is? I cant find him..." nca answered the phone, and it was Curtiss hurried voice. Matthew? Where was Matthew? nca frowned and asked, "What happened?" Curtis pressed his temples anxiously and told nca what had just happened. Malinda came to find Content bel0ngs to N?vel(D)r/a/ma.Org. Matthew at noon. They said something and then Matthew went out with Malinda. Matthew also asked him to keep nca safe, but Curtis didnt tell nca this. "Mr. Grant told me that you went to meet a friend at Royal University and asked me to pick you upter, but I couldn''t get in touch with him after that," Curtis said. nca felt a little moved as she heard this. That man sent her here in person and even asked Curtis to pick her up. "Then where is he? Call him again. Ill also try to get in touch with him. Lets talkter." As soon as nca finished speaking, she hung up the phone and called Matthew. The phone was connected. She grabbed her arm excitedly. The phone rang a few times, but no one answered. Why didnt he answer? Was there really something wrong with Matthew? nca got worried. She tried to calm herself down, and Zachary also found her nervousness. "nca, what''s wrong?" "Zachary, I forgot something important. Can we talk next time?" "Oh..." As soon as nca finished her words, she ran towards the gate. She saw Matthew''s car at the gate. Why was Matthews car here? nca immediately called Curtis. Curtis said in a hurry, "I''m in thepany now. I just found his location ording to his mobile phone positioning, which is near the Royal University. I''ll be there soon." "Give me the location. Ill go there." Curtis sent her the location. She opened the map and walked towards the location on the map. Zachary stood on the busy street, feeling a little disappointed. Heughed at himself. He was just a poor student. He had thought that he was a good match for nca. After all, they were both poor. But now... nca had changed. "Zachary, what are you doing here? Where is nca?" Kylie walked over. She had just seen nca leave. Zachary was such a loser. He had ruined her n. ording to the n, Zachary should kiss nca and Kylie would take the photo. Then Zachary would get a lot of money. However, Zachary didn''t do anything for such a long time. "Kylie, I can''t do it," Zachary said. He was short of money, but he couldn''t do anything to hurt nca. Zachary lowered her head and looked at the camera in Kylie''s hand. "Never try to hurt her, or I will make you pay for that." Chapter 242 Disloyal Matthew Chapter 242 Disloyal Matthew Matthew Matthew The old alley was long and narrow. nca shouted as she followed the GPS. Many kidnappers liked to kidnap rich guys, so she was worried about the safety of Matthew. "Madam, did you see a man? He is handsome and looks cold. About 1.8 meters..." nca asked anxiously. The woman sitting there thought for a while and said, "Hey, is he wearing a suit? Is there a girl with him?" "Yes, yes!" nca said excitedly. The girl that the woman referred to should be Malinda. Unexpectedly, the woman looked at her suspiciously and asked with uncertainty, "Little girl, are you here to catch your husband and his mistress?" nca was speechless and her face turned red. She opened her mouth but didn''t know what to say. The woman suddenly patted her thigh and said, "Little girl, you are so beautiful, but you still have to keep an eye on your husband. Men are all disloyal and will be lured easily by those lustful women. I know this well, so you should listen well..." Holding nca''s hand, the woman chattered. nca was so embarrassed, but she couldn''t refuse the womans kindness. She said seriously, "Yes, madam. I''m going to catch them, now. Where are they? I cant bete." As nca spoke, she put on a helpless expression. The woman nodded and looked sophisticated. She pointed at a yard and said, Thats it. I saw them enter there. "Thanks." Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. nca couldnt waste any time. She thanked the woman and went straight to the house. She patted the door, but no one answered her. In the room, Malinda greedily put her hand on Matthew''s chest, feeling his strong muscles and hot body. She put her face on his chest. "Matthew, you know what. I fell in love with you at the first sight we met since we were kids." Malinda smiled with self-mockery. She liked Matthew since she was a child, but she was afraid of Mr. Roach. That old man was so dignified, so she seldom went to the Roach family. Now she regretted it very much. "Matthew, I just came back a littlete. Why did you get married so soon?" She sobbed and said. Then she touched his chest with her fingers and sniffed. "I wish time could stop like this." She was too tired. She lived with schemes every day. She was afraid that her identity would be exposed and that she had to tangle with that d*mn blood-sucking mother. Meanwhile, she had to act as a well-educated and graceful Malinda in front of everyone. When he saw nca show up at the party with Matthew, she was almost driven mad with jealousy, but she could only politely greet nca. No one knew how much she hoped that she would be the one standing beside Matthew. "Matthew, I love you so much." Malinday beside Matthew and gradually fell asleep. nca was lucky because she had learned a lot from climbing trees when she was a child. Now she could easily enter the yard by climbing the wall. When she fell to the ground, she tried her best not to make any noise. It was not hard to get in such an old yard. nca didn''t know what was going on inside, so she could only sneak to the window. The window was also old and the ss was broken. nca could see what was going on in the room clearly! She was outraged at once. It seemed that she should have worried about Matthew even a little. Because that man was sleeping with another woman here so enjoyably. She had never stopped him from being with other women. They were not a real couple. Even if he loved Malinda, he didn''t have to hide it from her like this. nca felt that she had been deceived. Since he loved Malinda so much, why did he still marry her? Was she a cover of their hidden love? Or did he just use her to make Malinda jealous? "Matthew, b*stard!" nca cursed. She couldn''t stand it anymore. She felt disappointed and frustrated and turned around in rage without looking back. Chapter 243 Where Is Mr. Grant? Chapter 243 Where Is Mr. Grant? "Mrs. Grant, where are you going? Have you found Mr. Grant?" Curtis came here quickly after the phone call. Royal University was not far from the Empire Group, so he got here in less than ten minutes. He had just found the yard ording to the GPS. Before he entered, he saw that nca seemed to be crying. "Mrs. Grant, what''s going on?" Curtis asked in confusion. nca red at him. He shouldnt have called her when he couldnt find his boss. As an assistant, he didn''t even know what Matthew was doing. Kidnap? That man was flirting with another woman so happily. "Check it yourself," nca said through gritted teeth. Then she pushed Curtis away and ran away in a hurry. "Hey, little girl, what''s wrong with you? Did you see your husband sleep with another woman? Don''t cry..." The womanforted nca as she saw nca crying and running out so quickly. nca wanted to leave but was stopped by the olddy. Curtis strode into the room in a hurry. He had just pried open the door violently, and now he didn''t know if the room was also locked, so he pushed the door a little harder. But when he saw the two persons on the bed, he quickly reached out to cover his eyes with embarrassment. "Ah!" Malinda was so obsessed with the smell of Matthew. She felt at ease and couldn''t help but fall asleep just now. When she heard the noise and woke up, she just saw Curtis push the door and rush in. "Ms. Roach, I... I didn''t see anything." Curtis was about to turn around and leave, but Matthew had finally woken up. He was always on guard against the people around him, but Malinda was Mr. Roachs granddaughter. In addition, he was confused about the pendant, so he fell into the trap subconsciously. Matthew opened his eyes and realized the situation quickly. "Matthew, you... you finally wake up..." Malinda also found that Matthew had woken up. She cried so pitifully. "I don''t know what happened. I Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. fainted after drinking the tea. When I woke up..." There was no need for Malinda to continue because the situation was so clear. Even a fool couldnt know what had happened. Matthew nced at Malinda and found that his clothes were still on his body. He breathed a sigh of relief and asked, "What happened?" The person he was asking was Curtis who had wanted to leave just now. Taking a look at Malinda, Curtis immediately came over and told Matthew everything he knew in his ear Malinda''s clothes were also on. She was wrapped in the quilt and covered herself tightly as if she was really afraid of being molested. "Mr. Grant, maybe that man wants to threaten you with photos. Curtis guessed. "Yes, Matthew. That must be his n. I''m sorry... It''s all my fault. I shouldnt have trusted a stranger and brought you here." Malinda said with the grievance. Matthew stood up and said, "Malinda, I have to go." Then he walked out of the door. Seeing Matthew walk out and close the door, Malinda gritted her teeth. Matthew was still reluctant to She suddenly felt a little sad. Matthew put on his coat and said to Curtis with a long face, "This must be a trap. Go and investigate it." "Yes, Mr. Grant. But..." "What? Just speak." Matthew pressed his temples impatiently. Definitely, he was annoyed since he found himself sleeping with a woman when he woke up. Besides, this woman was Malinda. "Mrs. Grant seemed to have seen everything just now. She was crying when she went out." Curtis said. Chapter 244 Divorce Or Not? Chapter 244 Divorce Or Not? That was a big trouble for Matthew. He cast a cold nce at Curtis. Curtis immediately said sorry, "I was just worried about your safety. "Matthew, what should we do? Maybe... maybe they have already taken photos of us. I''m so worried. If my mother knows it, she might kill me!" Malinda had already put on her clothes. When she heard what Curtis said just now, she finally felt a little happy. It would be better if nca saw everything. If nca quarreled with Matthew in anger, that would be a great opportunity for her. Besides, a poor woman like nca was not a good match for Matthew. Malinda had to kick nca away even because of the pendant. "Malinda, I will handle this." Matthewforted her. Malinda might also be involved in this matter, but Malinda had always been gentle and kind. Matthew didnt want to believe that she would do such a thing to damage her reputation. Moreover, Malinda''s mother did care about such matters about the reputation of her daughter. If she knew it, things would be much moreplicated. "Really? But I''m so scared." Malinda cried. Matthew sat on the chair. Although he had already put on his coat, his hair was still a little messy. He patted the table and said, "This won''t damage your reputation." "Okay, I trust you." "Curtis, send her back." Matthew winked at Curtis. Although Malinda didn''t want to leave, she didn''t dare to disobey Matthew, so she followed Curtis out obediently. But when she got to the door, she couldn''t help but look back. She must force Matthew to take responsibility for this matter... After they all left, Matthew looked at the water cup on the table and was lost in thought. He had no enmity with that middle-aged man, so there were too many doubts about this matter. But this was not the most important thing now. Matthew sighed, stood up, and walked out. As expected, he saw nca outside the door. She was still chatting with the woman. The woman chattered, "Little girl, you are a good girl and you deserve a better husband. Your husband is not a good match for you. He cheated on you and even betrayed such a good wife. Do you want to divorce him?" Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. "What?" nca wasn''t angry or jealous at all, because she now just wanted to get rid of the annoying woman. The woman smiled kindly and said, "My son, a thirty-year-old young man, hasn''t been married yet. He works in the building ahead. Divorce your husband and then you can marry my son." "She won''t divorce me." As soon as Matthew walked out of the door, he saw that nca was being pestered by that old woman. Hearing her words, he strode over quickly. He looked at them with a gloomy face and took nca from the womans grab, "We won''t divorce, so you dont have to persuade her." "Hey, you..." The woman wanted to say something, but Matthew didn''t give her any chance. He grabbed nca''s wrist and took her away. Matthew walked so fast that nca could only stagger to catch up with him. Looking at Matthew''s back, she suddenly felt a little angry. What was he doing? He had just slept with another woman, and now he was holding her hand as if nothing had happened. Did he think she would forget it so quickly? "Let go of me!" When they got to the entrance of the alley, nca shook off Matthew''s hand. She frowned and said, "Matthew, what do you want to do? You should go back to find your good Malinda. Why do youe to me like this? Malinda is hot and gentle, so she is a perfect match for you." She said this full of anger. Matthew''s gloomy face gradually disappeared. He raised his eyebrows and asked, "Are you jealous?" She looked so excited, so she must be jealous now. He had been annoyed by Malinda just now, but when he saw ncas jealous look, he was suddenly pleased. "Jealous? Im not jealous. Youre not my real husband, so why should I be jealous?" nca said in a low voice because she also thought she was lying. Was she really jealous now? When she saw Matthew and Malinda sleeping together just now, she had wanted to rush in and kick Malinda out. She was Matthew''s legitimate wife, so she had the right to do that. But she couldn''t because she knew she was not Matthews real wife. nca pouted and said, "I''m tired. I want to go back." She didn''t want to waste more time on quarreling, but Matthew didn''t want to let her go. He pressed her against the wall and asked, "Go back? Where? Our home?" What a shameless man! The word "our home" immediately made nca blush. She couldnt control her emotion at all and began to sob again, "Leave me alone and go back to find your Malinda." Chapter 245 Sleep With Another Woman Chapter 245 Sleep With Another Woman nca said these words in anger. She knew that she was not qualified to me Matthew, but this man had done something to herst night, so how could he sleep with another woman just today? She felt ufortable at the thought of it. "My Malinda?" Matthew seemed to have heard a funny joke. There was no one in the alley, so he leaned forward. nca was already pressed against the wall by him. Now Matthew got even closer to her. She was surrounded by his aura now. She tried to avoid his eyes, but she couldn''t. "Yes, your Malinda is from an eminent family, and..." "And what?" Matthew asked, but nca was speechless because Matthew reached out and touched her face. His slender fingers went down from her forehead and soon came to her ears. He pinched her soft and exquisite earlobes, making nca tremble. Her breath was now in disorder. What... What did he want to do? Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. Did he want to do something now? Thinking of this, nca became even angrier, "You had sex with that woman just now. Why are you doing this to me? Cant she satisfy you? HMM!" nca''s eyes widened and her mouth was shut by his sudden kiss. Matthew grabbed her hand and put it on his waist. nca was so cute when she was angry. Her lips moved up and down when she spoke and her eyes blinked. He couldn''t help but stop her chattering. The taste was like marshmallows, or the sweetest spring water, which made him unable to stop. He pulled her hand and put it on his waist and didn''t let her go until he felt a pain in his lips. "Don''t you feel disgusted when you kiss me with your mouth that you used to kiss another woman just now? Matthew Grant, Im not..." Before she could finish her words, Matthew wiped the blood on his lips away and kissed her again. He was not so gentle at all this time. Instead, he kissed her fiercely as if he was dering his sovereignty and didnt let her go until they were finally out of breath. With his forehead against hers, he gasped, "Is that enough? I will kiss you again if you say it again until you stop speaking." "How... How can you do this?" nca was also scared by his kiss. She felt so powerless that she couldnt even stand steadily. Thanks to her strong willpower, she didnt throw herself into Matthews arms. nca''s eyes turned red, which made her look more pitiful. Matthew stared at her and was pleased. He had been unhappy because the person who had slept on the same bed with him was Malinda. Now he felt better after he kissed nca. "Why cant I? So what?" Somehow, he wanted to tease her. "nca, have you fallen love with me? Do you feel ufortable seeing me sleep with another woman?" "What''s the expression on your face? Jealous or sad? Or..." Matthew raised his eyebrows and looked a littlecent. Although he was depressed about the ident, he thought it was not bad because he had finally seen nca get jealous. "Yes, I am jealous. So what? Can''t I be jealous?" nca gritted her teeth and red at Matthew. "I''m your wife now. Isn''t it normal for me to be jealous? But please behave well in public ces. After all, you''re a public figure. Don''t make big news, okay?" Chapter 246 Tell Me If You Love Me Chapter 246 Tell Me If You Love Me Matthew smiled and said, "nca, tell me if you love me. Thats not something shameful." "Love you?" "Then why are you in such a hurry when you heard that something happened to me if you dont love me?" In fact, Matthew was a little happy when he knew this. He had been the most famous figure in both schools and workces, so he had been chased by countless girls. But he had never had such a feeling like this. She was the only one for him. He wanted her to be jealous because of him and also regard him as the only one. "I was just worried... I was afraid that you would die." nca snorted. Matthew''s face darkened. He turned his head aside and loosened his grip on nca''s hand. With a mocking smile, he said, "I didnt die, so I''m sorry to disappoint you." Then he turned around and left. nca was angry just now, but when she saw Matthew leave so quickly, she couldn''t help but feel nervous. She followed him but Matthew''s smiling face suddenly darkened, which was really strange. Did I say something wrong? She thought. "Hey, Matthew. What''s wrong with you?" Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. nca kept chattering beside him. Matthew nced at her but said nothing. nca wouldn''t love a boring person like him, would she? Well, whatever. She was just a poor girl. So what if she loved him or not? Matthew was displeased with hisplex thoughts. When they got to the school gate, nca suddenly remembered that she hadn''t called Maple yet. She quickly called Maple to inform him that she was safe. When she was chatting with Maple, Matthew already started the car. nca felt that Matthew was in a bad mood, but she didnt know why. In the evening, Curtis suddenly came to their home. When he came, the dinner was also ready. But since Matthew came back, he had locked himself in the study. nca didn''t know if she should ask him to have dinner. Fortunately, Curtis came here, so she said to Curtis, "Ask him toe out for dinner." "Mrs. Grant, are you having a fight with Mr. Grant?" "Well..." "Is it because of Ms. Roach? That man was so scheming. He drugged Mr. Grant and Ms. Roach, let them sleep together, and took photos to threaten them. Thats a dirty n." Curtis seemed to have something to tell Matthew, so he said this in a hurry and went to the study. nca was stunned. She had thought that Matthew and Malinda had found a remote ce to have a tryst, and they had even hidden it from Curtis, which made Curtis and her think that something had happened to him. But it turned out that he had been drugged. Why didn''t he exin it? nca felt embarrassed. He must have been depressed after being drugged, but she had still mocked him. Matthew had said that he didn''t love anyone. Maybe he really had no affair with Malinda at all... Thinking of this, nca was both regretful and feeling sorry. "Mr. Grant, I''ve found out the truth. The man is named Dennis. His ancestor was famous for his skills in jade. However, his father was not so capable, so their family became nameless. As for that man himself, he is addicted to gambling and has lost all his family property, including his house. And..." Chapter 247 Disappear Chapter 247 Disappear "Go on," Matthew said coldly. nca''s cold attitude in the afternoon made him upset even now. For so many years, all he had in his life was work and responsibility. He had nothing else but only Empire Group. Even if someone cared about his safety, it was only for the Group. Finally, the appearance of nca had changed his life, but... "He contacted Ms. Roach first. Since he has good skills in jade, Ms. Roach asked him to repair the broken pendant. He finished the job well, so she introduced him to you." After sending Malinda back this afternoon, Curtis began to investigate the background of Dennis. "Where is he?" Matthew didn''t go deep into it. In fact, if Dennis had done so many things just to threaten him with the photos, then that man would be a fool. Who could Dennis give the photos to? The reporters? To sell it to the reporters or just to mail it to him? Every method was stupid because it would expose him. But... if was still possible if Dennis had no other choice. Malinda was also involved in this matter. Even for the sake of Mr. Roach, Matthew would make it big. Matthew waved his hand, indicating that he was tired of the detailed information. He just needed the result. Curtis immediately understood, "He has gone abroad. Now... I''m afraid he is already in a foreign country. I''m sorry. I waste." "Oh?" Things now became more suspicious. Matthew sneered. If Dennis took photos for money, how could he run away before he got the money? Curtis hurriedly handed a phone to Matthew. "I found this in his room. The backup is just the photo of you and Ms. Roach, but..." "But he has already sent it out?" Matthew had guessed it. Dennis wouldn''t have left if he hadn''t got the money yet. Curtis nodded with a serious look. They didnt even know this waspletely a show. Malinda was sent back to the Roach family by Curtis. At this time, her father should be working in the she had an extremely easy life. She had be a richdy now, so she would invite her friends to y cards at home and go shopping with them almost every day. "Malinda, you''re back. Come and have a seat." As soon as Rosanne saw Malinda, she immediately asked Malinda toe over and have a seat. Her friends were all from rich families. Even if she couldn''t find a rich son-inw, she could ask them to introduce rich guys to her daughter. That was why she was so d to see Malinda here. However, when she greeted Malinda, she found that Malinda''s eyes were red. It seemed that something had happened to her. "What''s wrong?" Malinda was the apple of Rosanne''s eye. Whoever dared to bully her daughter was her enemy. Rosanne stopped ying and said goodbye to her friends. Then she took Malinda''s hand and sat down. Malinda just sobbed and didnt speak, which made Rosanne worried. Who dared to bully her sweetheart? "Malinda, tell me what happened to you," Rosanne said with a frown. Tears fell down from Malindas eyes, but she wiped them away quickly. Rosanne''s sharp eyes widened Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. when she saw the red mark on Malinda''s neck. "What''s going on?" Chapter 248 Perfect Plan Chapter 248 Perfect n "Mom..." With an upset look, Malinda threw herself into Rosanne''s arms. In fact, the red mark on her neck was made by herself to draw Rosannes attention. She kept sobbing and refused to speak. At this moment, her mobile phone suddenly rang. Seeing that Malinda was crying so hard, Rosanne directly snatched her mobile phone. Then she was shocked because she had seen the dirty photos of her daughter! "Whats this? This is Matthew. Isn''t Matthew already married?" Although Rosanne didn''t know much about Matthew, she had heard of the news about him. It was known to all that Matthew had been married. Now he was sleeping with her daughter on the same bed in the photos. What happened? "What did Matthew do? I must ask him!" Rosanne was furious. Her daughter had always been well- behaved. How could she sleep with a married man for no reason? Although this man was excellent and she once wanted her daughter to marry him, she couldn''t ept it because he was already married! "Malinda, don''t be afraid. He must pay for this. Did he force you to do that?" Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. "Mom, it''s not like that." It was the right time, so Malinda stopped crying and managed a smile. Then she told Rosanne what had happened today. After hearing that, Rosanne became silent. That was a tough problem. It was not Matthew''s fault, so they couldnt put all the me on him. "Malinda, did he do anything to you?" Rosanne had seen the hickey on Malindas neck. Did it mean that they already had sex? But Malinda didn''t talk about it. She just looked at Rosanne with tears in her eyes and said, "Mom, I dont want to talk about it. I need some time to calm down." "Then these photos..." Malinda took a look at the photos and said, "That person should just want money. I''ll solve it. Mom, I''ll go upstairs and have a rest first." After saying that, Malinda smiled. Her face was pale, and her smile looked so pitiful. Rosanne had no choice but to nod. After going upstairs, Malinda wiped the tears away and dialed a strange number. "Hello?" "It''s me." Malinda said, "How''s it going?" Dennis smiled as he heard Malindas voice. What a scheming woman... She could even damage her own reputation, and these photos were all taken by herself. Dennis chuckled, "Everything has been done as you said. I left a trace on purpose, and the photos have been sent to your phone ording to the time you set. Is it enough?" "Good, I''ll transfer the money to your ount right away. Take the money and leave. Nevere back again." "Okay, by the way, you are so hot in the photos..." "Shut up!" With a gloomy face, Malinda hung up the phone and transferred the money to Dennis ording to their agreement. Yes, it was just her n. A few days ago, she especially went to the olddy who had sent her back to the Roach family. The olddy came to her with the pendant she had faked, saying that it was found at home. Chapter 249 A Fake Chapter 249 A Fake Back then, the granddaughter of the Roach family disappeared. The Roach family was totally in a mess. A yearter, an olddy came to the family with Malinda in her arms. Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. From then on, Malinda had be a richdy in a noble family... "Ive transferred the money to you. Never call me again." After sending thest message, Malinda pulled out the SIM card, broke it, and threw it into the toilet. It was a special card for her only to contact Dennis. No one knew it. So that was a perfect n. Even if Matthew wanted to investigate, he couldn''t find anything. A few days ago, at the return banquet of Mr. Roach, Malinda had seen the real pendant. She had heard from her mother, Rosanne, that Mr. Roach had made the pendant for his granddaughter when she was just born, and she, indeed, was a fake. How could a fake have the pendant? Therefore, when she saw the pendant and its owner, nca, at the banquet, she got extremely nervous. She immediately contacted Louise and tried every means to get the pendant. Then she found Dennis to make an identical one, which was specially made old and even made a smashing trace. After that, she asked the olddy to send it here and said she had found it at home. She had made a perfect n. Looking at the SIM card that was being flushed away, Malinda sneered, "Matthew, only I can be your good match." nca felt that she had made a mistake. She shouldnt have been so angry with Matthew. She was now living in Matthews house and eating Matthews food, so she shouldnt be so cold to him. "Mrs. Grant, what are you doing?" After Mrs. Brown served the dinner, she saw nca standing there and thinking about something. She walked over and winked at her, "Are you having a quarrel with Mr. Grant? Couples always have quarrels, but they will finally make peace. Dont take it so seriously. "But..." nca hesitated. "Mrs. Brown, should I apologize to him directly?" Seeing ncas upset look, Mrs. Brown smiled and whispered something in nca''s ear. nca''s face immediately flushed, "Mrs. Brown! What are you saying?" "Mrs. Grant, trust me. Thats just how a woman can control a man." Mrs. Brown said with a meaningful smile. Then she went back to clean the kitchen. Looking at the back of Mrs. Brown, nca was lost in thought. Did she really have to do that? No, no. They were not a real couple. After a while, Curtis came out. nca asked him to have dinner here, but Curtis refused. Five minutester, Matthew came out for dinner, but he didn''t say a word to nca. nca ate fast and went upstairs after she finished. After a while, she ran downstairs and said, "The bathwater is ready. You can go to take a shower." She stood on the stairs and said to Matthew. Matthew was stunned. Was nca trying to make peace with him? Looking at her nervous look, his bad mood suddenly disappeared. "What?" "Well... Go to take a shower!" nca turned her head aside and didnt dare to look into Matthews eyes. Not long after, Matthew went to take a shower, but he put his phone outside. nca considerately folded the clothes that Matthew had taken off. When she was going to wash them, his phone rang. Was it something urgent? nca swore that she didn''t mean to see what it was. She just wanted to give the phone to Matthew, but she saw something amazing on it. Chapter 250 A Massage To Matthew Chapter 250 A Massage To Matthew nca couldn''t believe it. ording to Curtis, it was just a trap for Matthew. She almost believed it and even felt guilty for her angry. But now she saw... In the photo, Matthew seemed to enjoy it very much. Hey there casually. When he was sleeping, he was not as fierce and cold as usual, but a little gentle. While in his arms, Malinda was quiet and gorgeous, like a sleeping princess in the story. They were a perfect match. "What are you looking at?" "Ah? I... I..." nca was so surprised that she even didn''t know when Matthew came out. He was wearing a loose bathrobe, and his hair was still wet with water dripping. His eyes were not so sharp Content ? N?velDrama.Org 2024. anymore in the mist. nca hurriedly turned off the screen, but maybe she was too nervous, she turned it on again. "I didn''t mean to do that. I just heard the message. Maybe it''s something important, so I wanted to give you the phone." nca exined awkwardly. She really didn''t want to spy on Matthew''s phone! "Oh? Have you read it? Is there anything important?" nca had wanted to return the phone to Matthew and pretend that nothing had happened, but he didn''t ask for it. Instead, he asked her what the message was... She didn''t know how to answer. "Why don''t you answer?" Matthew stood in front of nca. He kept drying his hair. Water drops fell on nca''s arm. It was cold. She held Matthew''s phone tightly and couldnt pay attention to anything else. "I guess it''s a spam message. Do you want to read it?" nca said with a smile. She didn''t believe that Matthew didnt know it! Obviously, he wanted to make a fool of her, so definitely, she refused to do that. "Well, can you help me delete it?" Matthew said casually as if he didn''t mind nca spying on his phone at all. nca had been calm, but now she couldnt keep calm at all. It was from Malinda! "Okay, I''ll help you delete it," nca said with a fake smile. He just wanted to make a fool of her and was waiting to see her anxious look. She would never satisfy him. She wouldn''t let him get what he wanted. nca took the phone was about to delete the message, but before she could do anything, Matthew''s phone rang again. Well, Malinda called him. With the phone in her hand, nca gave Matthew a strange look and said, "Someone is calling you." "Answer it." "Why don''t you answer it?" "Huh?" Matthew looked at nca in astonishment. Then he bent over and stared into her eyes. With an unnoticeable smile on his face, he teased meaningfully, "It''ste at night. Is it appropriate for me to answer another woman''s phone?" Yes, it was quite appropriate! nca even thought it was appropriate for him to sleep on another womans bed at night! nca really wanted to talk back like this, but when she saw the meaningful smile on Matthew''s face, she held back her anger. Her grandmother once said that it was inevitable to encounter unpleasant things in life, so she couldnt be angry about everything. She had to learn to make others angry first. "It''s not appropriate. Let me answer it." Chapter 251 Hubby, Take Me Tenderly Chapter 251 Hubby, Take Me Tenderly nca deliberately gave Matthew a smile that she assumed was charming, then raised her finger and pressed the answer button on the phone. In the meantime, she winked at Matthew, It was you who had asked me to answer this call, dont regret and me me for whatever I might say. Sure. Matthew shrugged and made a whatever you want expression. Matthew didnt have any feelings for Malinda before. And it was sote right now when she was calling. Matthew didnt want to deal with her. Besides... Matthew wasnt blind - he had seen what Malinda had sent over when the phone screen was bright on. Malinda sent Matthew some seductive photos of her. There were only two possible reasons why these photos would end up in Malindas hands - either it was from Dennis and he sent them to Malinda as a threat, or it was her... The answer seemed to be obvious. But now, Matthew was quite looking forward to seeing how nca would react to it. nca looked at the calm look in Matthews eyes, a sly smile appeared on the corner of her mouth. She originally wanted to tell Malinda that Matthew was in the shower. But before she could speak, Malindas crying voice came through from the other side of the phone. Matthew, my mom found out about this. What should I do? I feel nervous now. Dennis sent these photos to my phone when the phone was in my moms hand, I... Malindas voice was so pitiful, nca couldnt help but sympathize with her. But Malindas behavior exposed her true intention. Seemingly Malinda was trying to seduce Matthew by sending such pictures to him thiste. Did she think nca was a fool? If Malinda was figuring out solutions to fix this, she shouldnt need to send these photos in advance to test Matthew. nca sneered in her heart, and no longer liked this pretend-to-be gentle and well- behaved Miss Malinda Roach. nca grew up in a slum since she was a child. It was surprising that she had dealt with a lot of people from different backgrounds. She could easily see the true selves of other ordinary people. Of course, people like Matthew were the exception. Matthew, are you listening? Honey... Malinda particrly ate some onions before she dialed the call to make herself sound more believable and more pitiful. And now she was a bit freaked out not hearing any response from the other side of the call. She made a big bet this time, Matthew shouldnt be unresponsive. Typically he should have had... something to say seeing photos taken of himself and other women in bed, shouldnt he? Whats more, she specially chose photos taken from a few different angles to send to Matthew - her Content is ? by N?velDrama.Org. chest was indistinctly showing, and her body posed beautifully. Supposedly Matthew should be feeling the sexual arousal. However, Malinda didnt expect that nca would see these photos. But nca wasnt shocked at all as she had seen all different photos growing up in a slum, nude pictures included. Malindas photos wouldnt do anything to nca. nca turned to put the call on speaker purposefully - she was waiting to see Matthews reaction on his face and his attitude towards a matter like this. Matthew wasnt touched at all, and Malinda was freaking out already on the other side. nca came up with a naughty idea - she looked at Matthew and suddenly screamed, with a loud moaning following, Oh... Baby, take me tenderly... nca originally wanted to teach Malinda a lesson by embarrassing her. But as soon as nca said the words, she couldnt help being a little shy, and her face turned slightly rosy. Malinda over the other side felt the hit! She was shocked that Matthew was with nca... Chapter 252 He Was Teasing Her Chapter 252 He Was Teasing Her Malinda could feel her anger burning up in her chest hearing ncas sweet moaning voice. She had been yearning to be with Matthew, and now nca got with him with no sweats. Hey! Oh yeah? I love hearing you moan. Get louder, baby... Malinda heard a sudden moaning of the womaning through, and there followed the mans low breaths and his tempting words. Matthews voice was so seductive - Malinda wished it was said to herself instead of nca! Malinda hung up angrily. Her face had turned bloody red. What were you doing, Matthew Grant? Just now nca was just faking the moaning to stimte Malinda. She could see that Malinda was all about getting in between their rtionship now that they were married. That must be why Malinda had sent Matthew those photos and called himte at night. She would never put up with bitchy behaviors. So nca came up with the idea to both scare off Malinda and embarrass Matthew. She didnt expect that Matthew would tease her like that. In the meantime when nca was faking moaning vividly, Matthew suddenly approached her and held Content is ? 2024 N?velDrama.Org. her waist - That was why nca had screamed! However, that didnt stop Matthew - he breathed heavily and whispered closely into her ear. It made nca blush! nca hung up hurriedly and looked at Matthew, pissed off, What were you thinking? Theres no way you dont know what I was doing. Matthew said with ease, You were doing it right, so I had to help out. You... What do you think - I was good, werent I? As if asking for credit, Matthew put his hand on ncas slender waist, feeling the temperature of her body, and at the same time feeling her trembling, he narrowed his eyes with satisfaction. The mans body that just hade out of the shower was tightly pressed against nca, and she could almost feel his scorching temperature and his skin through the thin fabric... She felt like a boiled red shrimp now that Matthew was bending his waist to hug her now. nca had to lean back, trying to stay away from him. Her voice became a little stumbling, The... The call ended. You can get up now. Are you sure? Get up, Matthew Grant. But you seemed like you enjoyed it. Matthew blinked - his long eyshes cast a small shadow on his eyelids, and he approached nca ambiguously. His hot breath fell on ncas face. nca only felt that her mind was nk for a moment. I wasnt enjoying it - No, I didnt! Why? What do you mean? Matthew yed dumb. He dragged his voice when saying this. His voice was so sexily husky that it moved nca immediately. However, when she was about to close her eyes, Matthew abruptly stepped away from her, Fine, I wont mess with you. nca pursed her lips, and her two hands clenched into fists. Matthew had led her to believe... When she opened her eyes and saw Matthew was away, somehow she felt a bit disappointed. nca Roach, what were you thinking! nca held her face and was ashamed, but Matthew wiped his head calmly. He finally put the towel on the cab, and then said, Have you seen the photos just now? As my wife, shouldnt you have any