After all, working under Thaddeus was tiring, but the money was genuinely earned. For office workers who had no luxury to choose where they worked, they went where the money was.But now, when Thaddeus saw Noah staring at Jessamine with that predatory look in his eyes, he felt a chill run down his spine.Jessamine couldn't evade Noah now, even if someone reminded her to do so.She quickly turned her face back and asked, "Do you think there can be two completely identical people in the world?"Thaddeus handed her a piece of dessert and even thoughtfully picked up a disposable fork for her."How can there be two completely identical people? That would throw the world into chaos. What's on your mind?"Jessamine couldn't help but confide, "It seems like Noah has mistaken me for someone else. Someone very close to him. Probably his girlfriend."Thaddeus felt like his mind exploded."Has he done anything to you?"Jessamine shook her head."Not really. When I was in the Holts, Noah
"Other than the incident at the golf course, has he ever bothered you?" Thaddeus asked, his nostrils flaring with anger.Jessamine swallowed the food in her mouth before replying, "There was also the time when you were sick with a fever. He came to your house after daybreak, but I ran away quickly, so he didn't catch up with me."Thaddeus was furious to learn that Noah had chased after his wife all the way to his house, right under his nose. It was simply outrageous!"Jessie, do you want to move back to Jardin Estate? Come back and see all the things you left behind—your favorite cup, kitchenware, the handicrafts you made, and all your clothes are well-preserved. Lana has been taking care of the flowers you planted, and they bloom every year."Jessamine raised an eyebrow. She wasn't falling for his trap. How could he think a few words would lure her back? She wasn't the naive girl who married him right after graduating from college anymore.Ending things meant moving forward. Why
Thaddeus took the bag from Jordan's hand, pulled out the shoes, and started to help Jessamine change them. Jessamine felt uncomfortable. Even when she was Mrs. Holt, she had never received such treatment. Now, in this public setting, she found his actions rather strange. The esteemed CEO of Holt Jewelry was helping a woman change her shoes, not caring if anyone saw. It felt like a display of dominance, letting the whole world know that they were back together. But Jessamine wasn't foolish. She wouldn't fall for his tricks."You can go," she said.She took the flats out of the bag and placed them on the ground to change. Surprisingly, Jordan had brought the pair she bought four years ago, barely worn and looking new.Thaddeus looked satisfied with the shoes she chose. He turned to Jordan and said, "You can go back and rest. I'll save a discount card for you from today's private sale."Jordan suppressed his joy and said, "Mr. Holt, should I wait outside? In case Mrs. Holt needs s
A cough confirmed Jessamine's suspicions. She calmed down. There was no escape route since she wasn't familiar with the place, and she didn't even know where the stairs were. So, she decided to stay put."Noah, so the patient number nine was you?" Jessamine placed the water bottle on the table."Here, this water is for you. My task is complete, and I need to go downstairs for new clues," she said.Noah had turned around, his back facing away from Jessamine, She couldn't see his face clearly. "Jessie, I need to discuss something with you. Please don't rush to leave," he said.Jessamine held her phone, ready to dial a number anytime. As Noah approached, her heartbeat intensified."Noah, can we talk about it tomorrow? I just remembered that my bag is downstairs, and it contains some valuable items. I need to go down and get it," she said.In the end, Noah didn't come closer. He sat on the couch instead."Jessie, I just have a few things to say. Please listen to me," he continued.
Jessamine felt a bit frantic. She wanted to leave immediately. Downstairs, Jerome was restless, holding his card.He had already arranged a safe passage through his assistant. Once Jessamine arrived, he would take her away from here, away from Thaddeus' sight. That guy was openly trying to undermine him. Jerome couldn't let him have an easy time, especially since they were now rivals.Jerome glanced at his watch. The game had started more than 20 minutes ago. If everything went as planned, Thaddeus should be tangled up with Yara by now. But Jessamine's card clearly stated that she needed to find the patient. So why hadn't she come up yet?He called his assistant, "Check the surveillance and see where Ms. Patton is right now."Shortly after, the assistant called back, "Mr. Langston, Ms. Patton went up to the top floor and hasn't come down since."Jerome put his hands on his hips and looked out the window. This sudden power outage was too suspicious. He couldn't shake off his worrie
Jessamine and Jerome were stunned when they heard the sound. Then, they heard a familiar-sounding voice."Are you a peacock? Why are you asking if you look good when you see someone?""How annoying. Do you speak to your ex-wife like that too? I think both of you are quite boring. How did you two used to live? Was there no communication even in bed? Did you just go straight into the action?""If you like prying into other people's privacy so much, why don't you join the paparazzi? What kind of celebrity are you? I think you're more suited to be a stalker!""What's wrong? Does Mr. Holt not like being called 'Mister?' Do you not like my tone? If you don't like the mature woman style, I can do a cutesy voice.""Are you crazy?"Outside the stairwell door, Yara tightly grasped Thaddeus' suit and didn't let go. She had seen plenty of aloof men before, but they were all just pretending to be serious. She didn't believe that a man could remain unmoved when facing such a beauty like hersel
Thaddeus felt like dying inside. He had just thrown away his suit jacket, and now his shirt was also tainted with this woman's scent. He took a few steps forward, distancing himself from Yara.He guessed that Jessamine must have heard everything just now after he saw her expression.Thaddeus was super annoyed now. No woman had ever flirted with him like this before. Fortunately, it was his beloved who saw it. Maybe it would just be another misunderstanding that couldn't be cleared up.His pursuit of his wife would now be even more full of difficulties and obstacles."Jessie…" he called out pitifully. He seemed to be trying to explain that this really wasn't something he caused!Thaddeus silently prayed that Jessamine wouldn't misunderstand him. He really had nothing to do with Yara. Today was only the second time they had met, and he hadn't even had a good look at what she looked like.Jessamine had calmed down by now. She turned to Jerome, who had been silent for a while, and sa
Thaddeus opened the back door of the car and followed Jessamine in so he could sit closer than in the front seat."Jessie, now that there's no one around, you can speak freely, right?"Jessamine cleared her throat. "Why did you send Jordan away? Did you not drink today?"Thaddeus felt a warm feeling bloom. She still cared about him after all. She was afraid he would feel uncomfortable after drinking. He wondered why he should keep the third-wheel Jordan around.He looked at Jessamine, who was exceptionally beautiful and well-dressed today, and resisted the urge to kiss her as he said, "It's a bit late, so I let Jordan off work. I can drive."Jessamine didn't respond further and hesitated for a moment before speaking again, "Thaddeus, does your family know about Noah's illness? Does he have dissociative identity disorder?"Thaddeus was taken aback. "You said you had something to talk to me about, and it's this?"Jessamine was curious about his expression. Didn't this matter deser