Chapter 7 Get Jealous

After leaving Orchid Inn, Isabella looked around nervously. She breathed a sigh of relief when she was sure that nobody she knew was nearby.

She had lunch with her husband, yet feel anxious about being seen together. How ridiculous.

Isabella sighed in resignation. If she had known that Quinn would become the CEO of NextEra Technologies, would she still agreed to marry him so easily?

She couldn't find an answer to this question. She was unwilling to think too much about that.

When Isabella went back to the company, she received a notice from her department manager. Employees responsible for the bidding of the Stellar Enterprises should be prepared. They had to meet with the CEO that afternoon to discuss the case.

Stellar Enterprises was a game development company under the renowned Gray Group, one of the top group in the country.

Many companies wanted to cooperate with it, so it was really hard to win the bidding among dozens of companies.

Winning the project would be a significant task of NextEra Technologies this year. Quinn had just become the CEO. It was no surprise he attached great importance to this project. However, the news unsettled Isabella.

Isabella already felt quite disturbed because of Quinn at noon. Yet, she still had to work with him in the afternoon. She worried that her performance would be impacted by his presence.

Isabella arrived at the conference room with her colleagues in advance. They prepared all the materials they needed and ensured everything was ready for the meeting, but she still felt worried.

"Isabella..." Martha approached Isabella and whispered, "Everyone knows you always do a good job. Don't be too worried."

Isabella pursed her lips without saying anything.

Martha Paddon was part of the project group but served more as an assistant. She was honey-tongued, but she wasn't capable enough, so the bulk of the responsibility fell on Isabella's shoulders.

Another male colleague of the project, Hector Polland, also came over. "Isabella, with you leading us to prepare for the project, there won't be any problems."

Isabella said, "Regardless of how prepared we feel, we have to be cautious and careful."

As the team leader , Isabella shouldered the most responsibility. Of course, her thoughts ran deeper than anyone else’s.

This was the first project Isabella worked on after Quinn became the CEO. Beyond her professional ambitions, she also wanted to earn her husband’s respect. Sharing a life with him meant she couldn't let him look down on her.

"Mr. Quinn..."

Someone called out sudddenly. Then everyone turned to look at the conference room door. Isabella was no exception.

As soon as she raised her head, she saw Quinn walk in elegantly with his two assistants.

During lunch, Quinn was dressed casually. Now, he had changed into a hand-made silver-grey suit, paired with a white shirt and a white-and-blue stripe tie. He looked even colder.

"Hello, Mr. Quinn."

Everyone stood up to greet Quinn.

"Please, sit," Quinn said lightly. Then he sat down on the main seat. With a subtle gesture, he signaled Braylon to start the meeting.

Quinn didn't throw an extra glance at Isabella, which allowed her to breath a sigh of relief. She felt slightly relaxed.

From how Quinn appeared yesterday and this morning, Isabella could tell that he could distinguish private matters from work better than her.

Isabella was the leader of this group. Naturally, she should be the first to present the details of the project.

Isabella usually worked hard. Many details were decided by herself. Because of this, when analyzing the specific situation in front of thecompany’s executives, including the CEO, she felt no nerves.

Not only was she not nervous, but she also appeared well.

When she finished her presentation, everyone applauded.

When she bent over to thank everyone, she sensed a probing gaze on her. Looking up, she met Quinn's mysterious gaze.

Noticing her galance, Quinn smiled at her politely. It was just the polite smile of a leader smiling at his subordinates. There were no personal feelings in that smile.

Isabella also smiled at him politely. She could be fully capable of distinguish work from personal matters, just like him.

Quinn, the new CEO. remained his cold. He looked distant and aloof like a deity. Everyone was a little nervous.

But the team was well-prepared. Quinn praised them for their hard work. This conference was considered a success.

When the meeting was over, the project members were all excited. They all forgot about the higher-ups in the company. They chatted while walking along the walls.

Hector put one of his hands on Isabella's shoulder. "Isabella, if we win the Stellar Enterprises project, that will be a great glory for us."

Isabella was also happy. For a moment, she didn't notice Hector was standing too close. She nodded with a smile. "As long as we work hard, we can do everything."

"Isabella!"

Suddenly, Quinn's cold voice came from behind, making Isabella's body tremble. She turned around and said politely, "Mr. Quinn, is there something you need?"

"Isabella, you are the leader of the Stellar Enterprises project team. Mr. Quinn need to confirm some details with you." The one who talked wasn't Quinn but Ava who followed him.

Ava had been working with Quinn for years. She was clear about what Quinn wanted at this moment.

Since the CEO wanted to learn some details from Isabella, other members of the group cleverly excused and left, leaving Isabella alone withQuinn.

Quinn stepped closer to Isabella. "Isabella..."

Isabella subconsciously took two steps back and distanced from Quinn. "Mr. Quinn, what do you need to know?"

Quinn approached again. "Now, I'm just Quinn, your husband."

Isabella retreated again and looked around. "Mr. Quinn, it's still working time."

Hearing Isabella's words, Quinn had his brows furrowed slightly. Under the golden-rimmed glasses, he narrowed his eyes. Apparently, he was a little angry.

But he was well-educated and gentle, so he hid his anger well.

After some time, he said with a serious expression, "Isabella, I know that you have nothing to do with that man. But when I see him holding you closely, I will get jealous. I'm your husband."

Isabella never expected such a response from Quinn. Her face blushed and burnt. Finally, she said with pursed lips, "Mr. Quinn, relax. it will never happen again."

"Mr. Quinn?" Under the golden-rimmed glasses, Quinn narrowed his eyes. He was really angry.

"Mr. Quinn, you can continue with your work." Isabella had no idea that he was angry. She turned and left after saying that.

Quinn watched her walked into the elevator. His cold eyes turned colder again.

"Mr. Quinn, you still have several documents to review." Ava reminded him at this time.

Quinn walked over to his office while saying coldly, "Are you women all so strong?"