"I know, Mr. Holt," Jessamine responded.Thaddeus added, "You can use my supplementary card until the divorce is finalized.""No need. Leave it for Amy," Jessamine said.Thaddeus had finally managed to suppress his anger, but those words sparked it again. Ever since they signed the divorce agreement, Jessamine seemed like she had taken a stimulant. For every word he said, she had a counter of ten. She had become sharp-tongued."I'm being nice to you," Thaddeus sneered.With that, he stumbled into the shower.Jessamine stared blankly at the ceiling for a while. Then she found a pajama and went to sleep in the guest room. Learning from her experience, the first thing she did upon entering was to lock the door.The sense of security in the first 20 years of her life came from her mother and grandmother, but now it came from this lock.She couldn't help but mock herself, wondering if putting a lock on her heart would make her hurt less.The next day, Jessamine quickly freshened up
Thaddeus frowned slightly. "Do you like comparing yourself to her?""My hubby is divorcing me for his sister-in-law. Who wouldn't want to make comparisons?" she retorted.Thaddeus' expression changed slightly. He took a step forward, and Jessamine found herself blocked at the corner of the elevator."What did you just say?" he asked.Jessamine blinked and looked up at him. "I didn't say anything wrong, did I? Your wife's sister is your sister-in-law."Thaddeus swallowed, then said again, "Repeat the first two words you said."Jessamine blushed for a moment, thinking that this scumbag still wanted to take advantage of her. Fortunately, the elevator opened."Can you let me through? This is my floor," she pointed out.Thaddeus glanced at the number on the elevator wall, then said, "Sorry, this isn't my floor."Jessamine retorted, "I said my floor, not yours. Let me out."Thaddeus casually replied, "Sure, go ahead."The look on his face seemed to say he didn't have anything to d
Jessamine politely thanked Selene. As she was cleaning the table, Amy called her from across the room, "Jessamine, come here for a moment."Jessamine set aside the tissues and walked over. Amy leaned back in her chair, crossed her legs, and assumed a leader pose."I'm in a good mood today, so I'm treating everyone to coffee. Could you please buy some? A total of 43 cups. I'll transfer the money to your account," Amy said.After Amy finished speaking, someone complimented, "Oh my, we've been looking forward to your coffee for so long, Ms. Quilton. Today is truly a lucky day."Another employee mentioned, "Last time you treated us to coffee, you had just received a house as a gift from your boyfriend. It's a place in Islington Apartments."Even if I work my whole life, I won't be able to afford the down payment for a place like that. Tell us, what good news do you have to share with us this time? Are you getting married?"Another gossipy colleague chimed in and said, "Ms. Quilton's
Compared to Selene, Jessamine's reaction was extremely cold."He doesn't have unusually long legs. Is there a need to be so excited?" Jessamine sneered.Selene had a starry-eyed expression. "I've seen hot ones and rich ones, but for someone who combines both top conditions, Mr. Holt is the best in all of Zenville. He truly lives up to his title as every lady's dream husband."Jessamine glanced in the direction everyone was looking. At a distant table, Thaddeus sat with a slightly mature-looking lady adorned in jewels, seemingly discussing business.She hadn't paid much attention to the details in the morning. But now, observing him, she noticed that he was wearing a refined handmade suit, complemented by a deep blue tie.When he extended his hand, a glimpse of a dark-colored shirt cuff was revealed at his wrist. Even the way he drank coffee was elegant and sophisticated. He exuded an exceptional air just sitting there, making the entire coffee shop shine.Coincidentally, Thaddeus
Jessamine was startled when Joe suggested sending the lunch to the cafeteria. "Bring it to the CEO's office," she quickly replied.She couldn't afford to eat lunch sent by the Holt family in public. It would undoubtedly become juicy gossip. But the suggestion of going to the CEO's office made her feel uncomfortable."Joe, I don't feel like eating today. I can just drink some milk. You can put the food directly in the CEO's office. Thaddeus will finish them," she said.On the other end of the phone, Joe was in a dilemma."Madam Jessamine, Mr. Thomas instructed the kitchen to prepare Lumorian-imported berries for you. He's afraid Mr. Thaddeus might sneak a bite, so he told me to watch you eat. Please don't make it difficult for me," Joe pleaded.Jessamine fell silent for a moment. "Okay," she replied.How could she make things difficult for an old man?Jessamine declined the lunch invitation from Selene. Then she waited until most of the office had gone downstairs for lunch before
Thaddeus' face instantly dimmed. Losing his appetite, he put down his fork and said sulkily, "Yes, I hid a woman inside."Jessamine stood up and adjusted her clothes.In a casual and indifferent tone, she replied, "I won't disturb you, then. Enjoy, but pay attention to time. Don't delay your work in the afternoon."After saying this, she pushed the door open and left. She knew Thaddeus' picky and almost abnormal aesthetic. Apart from a top-tier bitch like Amy, no one else could catch his eye.He only loved Amy, and Jessamine knew it best.When she thought of her face, which was very similar to Amy's, she felt bitter.In their three years of marriage, Jessamine had thought Thaddeus might have some feelings for her. At least in bed, when he was passionate, his eyes were full of her.He would whisper her nickname repeatedly in her ear. The name "Jessie" sounded like sugar-coated poison, lulling her into opening her heart to him completely.But all that tenderness was nothing compa
"It's just a few times of vomiting. Maybe someone had food poisoning," Amy said.Amy was mostly saying this to comfort herself.However, as Yvonne was a mother, she knew it best."Ms. Quilton, you're still young and naive. Women mostly vomit due to pregnancy. It's morning sickness. If it was food poisoning, vomiting once or twice would clear the stomach. It won't continue," she explained.Amy was anxious and spoke a bit harshly. "Stop talking nonsense. Have you seen her ultrasound?"As the workplace elderly, Yvonne felt a bit embarrassed to be scolded by a lady in her 20s but didn't dare say much. After all, the entire design department had to work based on Amy's mood."It's just small talk," Yvonne said softly."Have you finished your work? You should focus on your design tasks today," Amy reprimanded. Yvonne left dejectedly after being criticized.Only Amy remained in the pantry. The more she thought about it, the more chaotic her mind became. Could Jessamine really be preg
When Amy arrived at the CEO's office, Thaddeus was still busy working. He didn't even spare a glance at her when she entered."Teddy, what do you want to discuss with me?" she asked.Thaddeus instinctively looked at the door. It was closed.This action upset Amy. Wasn't it just calling him "Teddy" at the office? Did he need to be this vigilant? She had been calling him that for more than a decade.Thaddeus put down his pen, maintaining a professional expression."Amy, you've spent three years abroad, and you have a wide circle of friends in this industry. Do you have any way to contact Lolly?" he asked.Amy acted as though his office were her home as she casually hung her bag on his standing coat rack. Then she walked around to Thaddeus and gave him a shoulder massage."Are you talking about Swan's designer, Lolly?" Amy inquired.Thaddeus nodded. "Yes, her. Amy, stop massaging. Sit in front of me. I'm discussing business with you."Amy reluctantly sat on the sofa opposite him.