“I might stay a few nights here in the future. Naturally, I’m allowed to come visit whenever I want.” Elder Lyons suddenly pointed at the front with his walking stick. “Hey, why is there water flowing out?”Wesley’s face fell. Sonya gave a shriek of surprise.“It looks like the house is flooded.”Wesley noticed it too. He turned to face Catherine with a stern expression. “Why is there water all over the place?”Builder John stuttered, “We… We have no idea. The tap was left running since last night…”Sonya covered her mouth as she gasped. “What do you mean you have no idea? You all have been given full responsibility for the renovation process yet now you’re trying to shift the blame? Oh goodness, can you still save the house? I hope the water didn’t seep through the walls.”Elder Lyons stomped the walking stick on the ground. “What low-quality company have you hired? Hurry up and call the police.”All color drained off Builder John’s face, and he looked as if he was about to kne
Wesley was not a fool. Last night, Sonya had suddenly returned to the Lyons’ residence. Then somehow, Elder Lyons had suddenly proposed to come to his villa to see the progress of the renovation.“Miss Jones, this matter was caused by my side and has nothing to do with you, so you can go back first. Once the villa is re-examined, I’ll contact you if we decide to continue with the renovation,” Wesley explained in a warm voice.“Certainly. I believe you, President Lyons. At the same time, I also have deep sympathy for President Lyons.” Catherine nodded and left with John.In the villa, Elder Lyons was still bewildered until Wesley went over and said, “Dad, I’ll send you home.”When he got into the car, he turned around and said to Sonya, “Sis, tell Ethan to come to my office.”Sonya was stunned. How smart was her younger brother? He already knew everything...Half an hour later.In the president of Golden Corporation’s office.Ethan knocked on the door with apprehension. He never
Before long, Ethan’s father called in anger.“You useless son, what the hell did you do? Even your uncle was offended and Golden Corporation withdrew all their funds. Get back here this instant.”...The next morning, Catherine received a call from Wesley.“Do you have time to have lunch together? I want to talk to you about the villa.”“Sure.”“I’ll pick you up in my car,” Wesley said in a soft voice, “I’m afraid you won’t know the way to the restaurant.”Catherine could only go along with his arrangement.At noon sharp, Wesley’s car appeared downstairs.She got in, and Wesley handed her a cup of milk tea. “I’m sorry, you were wronged yesterday.”The milk tea was not expensive, so Catherine took it without reservations.“After being backstabbed by a relative, I believe that you’re not feeling too good either, President Lyons.”“You’re really smart.” Wesley’s eyes were full of bitterness, but there was sincere appreciation in his voice. “Ethan has really disappointed me. He
Ahhhhhhhh were the heavens playing a trick on her?Ethan’s uncle liked her, but she had married the wrong person!She was riddled with scars. How would she be in the mood to move on to another relationship?“I… I’m sorry, Mr. Lyons. I… I only think of you as a friend.”“I’m glad that you do.” Ethan was a little disheartened, but he continued to smile. “It’s okay. I didn’t confess to you because I wanted you to accept me. I just want you to understand my feelings so I can pursue you.”Catherine felt her head throb. “But I have no intention of dating now. I want to focus on my work.”“I can wait for you. Alright, let’s sit down and order first.” Wesley gentlemanly pulled out a chair for her.Catherine was helpless and could only lower her head and order her meal....At the intersection outside the window of the restaurant, a Ferrari was waiting for the red light.Sitting in the passenger seat was Shaun Hill, whose dark eyes suddenly hardened when he took a glance outside.“Tu
His good looks were undeniable, but his temper… Forget it, it was off-putting.However, why was he here? Catherine instantly had the urge to pick up her bag and flee.“Mr. Hill, Young Master Harrison.” Wesley stood up in surprise and shook hands with the two.However, when he reached out to shake Shaun’s hand, Shaun simply looked at him lazily with his long lashes.A few seconds passed and Wesley started to feel embarrassed. Just as he thought Shaun would not shake his hand, the man extended his hand and shook it. “Sorry, I’m not in a good mood today.”Wesley had dealt with Shaun Hill several times before, especially when he planned to ask Shaun to take on a commercial lawsuit for him. The talks initially went well, but later the law firm said that he was not available.To be honest, he was feeling a little discontented with Shaun Hill.However, Shaun was a legendary figure in the lawyer world. Since he had a good reputation, Wesley had to show him some respect. Perhaps there mi
Could he say no? It had not been easy for him to get a reservation here.Catherine. “...”Could she refuse? It was too hard to face Shaun’s demonic face.“You two… don’t seem too welcoming of that idea. Are we disturbing you?” Shaun looked at them, his voice deep and magnetic.“No, please join us.” Wesley then asked the waiter to bring the menu over.With four people at the table, the space grew cramped with the bouquet of roses on the table. Catherine reached out to put the roses by her side, but Shaun was quicker than her and handed the bouquet to the waiter.“Take this away. I’m allergic to pollen.”Catherine wondered if she had heard him wrongly. She had never seen him getting allergic reactions when she bought flowers to decorate the vases at home. He must be doing this on purpose.“I didn’t know you’re allergic to pollen, Mr. Hill.” Wesley was barely able to force a laugh.“Yes, I’m especially allergic to pink flowers.” Shaun calmly opened the menu and ordered leisurel
Shaun pinched the cigarette between his fingers and took a hard drag. Smoke lingered as he exhaled.He put out the cigarette butt in the trash can beside him and walked toward her with long strides.“Come with me.”He dragged her to the other side of the restaurant.Catherine was pulled by him behind a hallway of wine cabinets.The light inside was dim, and the man’s face exuded an invisible sense of danger as he looked at her from above.“What are you doing?” Catherine pushed his chest but could not get him to budge.“You took the words right out of my mouth.” Shaun grabbed her hand, his face dark. “Are you having a good time with Wesley Lyons? Did you forget that you’re married? It’s no wonder you keep trying to divorce me. You’ve already found your next target, haven’t you?”“Shaun Hill, watch your words.” Catherine trembled in anger at the humiliation. “There’s nothing going on between Wesley and me—”“Would he send you flowers if there’s nothing going on between you? Woul
Catherine hurriedly hung up. When she met Shaun’s eyes again, she felt her entire body turning red like a tomato.Shaun also noticed this and was inexplicably happy for a few moments. His sexy lips curled. “Do you have a stomachache?”Catherine glared at him, growing increasingly ashamed. “I can’t be bothered with you. In any case, if you don’t want me to cuckold you, I suggest you divorce me soon.”“You dare threaten me?” Shaun grabbed her again, his tone cold. “Catherine Jones, if you dare to cuckold me, I’ll make you pay a painful price.”Catherine was not afraid at all.“I know you’re a lawyer and there are a hundred ways to make me lose my reputation, but it’s useless against me. My reputation was ruined a long time ago, and the law doesn’t stipulate that cheating in a marriage is illegal, right?“There are no properties we acquired after marriage, so there’s nothing to dispute. I have no money and no reputation. What can you do to me?”She raised her eyebrows triumphantly.