After thinking back to it, Jessamine felt like a dream had come true. She thought she could shape him into a down-to-earth CEO. That way, all the ladies at the company would root for him and no longer find him distant and unapproachable.The weather was fast approaching autumn, and it was no longer so stiflingly hot. A gentle evening breeze started blowing, causing the hem of Jessamine's skirt to flutter against her legs, making a rustling sound.Thaddeus let her lead the way as they walked into the bustling street.Even though this was a small street dedicated to local food found in Hajera, it offered a wide variety, featuring street food from all over the country.Jessamine immediately noticed the flashing sign for chicken wings filled with stuffing. As soon as she saw those words, she felt as though she could already smell the aroma of the chicken wings."Sir, can I get two orders of chicken wings?"After Jessamine finished speaking, she turned to glance at Thaddeus. The two o
When Jessamine came to him with a box of blue cheese, Thaddeus was still lost in thought.The pungent smell made him wince. He hesitated, unsure of what to do. Should he move away? He did not want to upset her, but he really couldn't tolerate it.Unlike him, Jessamine was enjoying the blue cheese. She even offered him a piece. "Want a bite?"Startled, Thaddeus took a step back, then quickly realized he had overreacted. "Jessie, I'm full."She burst out laughing. "Are you that scared of blue cheese? If I had known, I would have sneaked some into your meal every time we argued."Thaddeus pouted. "You wouldn't do that, would you?"As they talked, Jessamine had already finished half of it. She thought it was a shame that Thaddeus treated the delicious treat like poison."Are you sure you don't want a piece? You'll regret it for life if you don't," she said.Thaddeus face-palmed. "Nah, it's all yours.""Fine, it's your loss." Jessamine quickly finished the remaining blue cheese. T
Trying to secure some perks for himself, Thaddeus forced a smile. "Pick me up too!""Aren't you a grown man? Why would I pick you up?"Jessamine responded too quickly without thinking. After she spoke, she saw Thaddeus staring at her with his piercing gaze."You know well whether or not I am a man, don't you?" he asked in a grave tone.It started to rain as they spoke. They had left in a hurry without an umbrella, but fortunately, Jessamine's company was nearby.She pointed to the building ahead and proposed, "My company is just over there. Let's go that way."Thaddeus glanced around and realized that they were closer to his home.He had bought the house for its proximity to her company, thinking it would be convenient to visit her. Little did he know it would also provide a place to take cover from the rain. "We have a closer place to take shelter," he said.Jessamine was puzzled. The next second, Thaddeus wrapped his arm around her and ran toward his home.When they arrive
Jessamine wondered if Thaddeus wanted her to stay by giving her the nightdress.She never agreed to stay overnight. With this in mind, she asked, "Do you have any other pajamas?""Yes," Thaddeus replied with his eyebrows raised.More than half of the walk-in closet at home was filled with women's clothing. Taking Jordan's advice, Thaddeus had gradually filled the place. In fact, the items he had prepared for her already outnumbered his own even before he had won her back.Following him, they moved toward the closet.The moment they stepped inside, Jessamine was stunned. She had imagined he might have prepared some women's clothing for her, but she did not expect this much.There were plenty of sets of tops, dresses, shoes, socks, and even underwear. The variety of styles was dazzling. She could find any combination she wanted, with just as many options as her own closet.Hanging on the other side were his clothing, mostly in black, white, and gray. The ties were the only splash
Thaddeus walked over to Jessamine. He took the towel from her hands to help dry her hair.Her hair was thick and smooth. Water droplets slid down the tips of her hair and landed in his palm. Though it was cold, it created a burning sensation within him.He brushed through her hair mechanically, with each strand seeming to have a life of its own, burrowing straight into his heart. His emotions were a tangled mess."Jessie…" He called out.Jessamine could hear the obvious hoarseness in his voice—a seductive tone laced with desire. Memories from four years ago suddenly crowded her thoughts. Vivid images flooded her mind. She recalled the countless intimate nights when he pinned her under him, calling out her name repeatedly."Jessamine…""Jessamine, why aren't you crying?""Just bear with it one last time. I promise I won't tease you again after this.""Jessamine, don't be shy. It's sweet."…Adults did not need things spelled out to understand them. A simple glance or a call
Thaddeus gazed into her eyes, feeling the pleasure her hands were bringing him. He felt happy. It was as if she had just filled his heart with joy, enough to keep him feeling content for a while.It took a while before the two of them finally came out of the bathroom.Jessamine went to the wardrobe to find a new set of clothes to change into. The clothes she was wearing earlier had been hand-washed by Thaddeus and now hung on the balcony of the master bedroom.Jessamine got herself ready. Thaddeus too finished what he had to do."It's getting late," he said.Jessamine's hair was almost dry. It was indeed time for her to go home. She wondered if Layla would be waiting for her to tell her a bedtime story.Thaddeus walked over and pulled her into his arms, unable to hide his reluctance."Jessie, when will you move in? I want to hold you every day," he said.Jessamine suddenly remembered him saying Thomas had already moved in. All of a sudden she was nervous, wondering if he might
Jessamine thought of her own company and remarked, "It's possible we might be collaborating in the future."After all, both she and Thaddeus were in the same industry. Jessamine was also dedicated to creating a high-end brand. Holt Jewelry was her biggest competitor in the country.Thaddeus started the car and drove onto the main road. "Jessie, I'll need you to look out for me in the future. Hajera is your territory now, isn't it?"His unexpected display of vulnerability left Jessamine feeling this wasn't like him. He had always been at the top of the pyramid in his career. He would be the last person to say they needed to be protected.He'd either look out for others or dominate them.Jessamine sighed and said, "In future business dealings, I hope you will be kind and not make things difficult for me."Thaddeus shook his head and smiled, "I won't make things difficult for you anywhere except in bed."As they stopped at an intersection, he glanced over. Jessamine was leaning aga
Thaddeus thought that Jessamine's scent and the smooth touch of her skin were far more addictive than the cigarette. The sound of a car engine came from behind, and then the car pulled up next to Thaddeus. The car window was rolled down halfway, revealing Xander's serious face.Xander glanced at Thaddeus without any expression.Xander mocked, "Working the night shift here? That's tough." Xander was clearly mocking Thaddeus with his remark, implying that only bodyguards would stay up to watch over someone. It was evident that the Patton family’s bodyguards were either off duty at this time or hidden away in some unseen corner.Thaddeus flicked the ash from his cigarette, giving off the vibe of someone who no longer cared about his dignity."Hey there, Bro. Are you off work?" Thaddeus said to Xander.Xander narrowed his eyes at being called "Bro" by Thaddeus. He shot a sharp glare at Thaddeus and realized that he was beyond caring about maintaining his dignity. Thaddeus had resp