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THE CEO'S HIRED WIFE Chapter ThirtyFive
"And what about your husband?" Liam questioned, his tone nonchalant, but his eyes searching hers for answers. "Doesn't he spend time with you? Take you out for lunch?"Avalynn's heart stuttered, her thoughts racing for a response. "Jace is very...busy with work," she remarked, trying to seem nonchalant. "He has a huge name he has to keep up with so he doesn't have much time for leisure."Liam raised a brow, a doubtful glimmer in his gaze. "A busy guy, then..” "It's not easy," Avalynn acknowledged, the tension in her voice betraying the truth of her words. "But I understand. His work is vital to him. He's attempting to keep up with the name his business already has.""I see," Liam murmured, his voice flat but his stare sharper than ever. "You must miss him when he's away."Avalynn swallowed hard, her fingers twitching with the edge of her napkin. "Of course. But we make it work."Liam drew in, his stare piercing into her soul.. he couldn't help but sense something was odd from the way
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Avalynn was thinking fast, a little bit of fear and confusion swirling through her head. Breath came in quick, shallow spurts, her palms felt clammy and chilly. Liam was staring at her, his worry was very obvious, but her thoughts were too preoccupied with trying to make sense of what had just transpired. 'You will regret this', The words Marvy had said didn't stop coming back to her. But in what sense did she mean? She would do what? Would she mention her lunch with Liam meal to Jace? Would she even go beyond and use her cunning to put Liam and herself at odds?Oh wait, where would Marvy get Jace's contact. Ooooff, I'm overthinking this. Avalynn thought within herself. "Avalynn?" Liam's voice broke through the confusion in her head, soft yet firm. "You alright? Please talk to me."Breathing deeply, Avalynn forced her gaze to Liam's face, where worried lines were carved on his forehead. Whispering, "I don't know," her voice wavered. I'm hated by Marvy. She'd always hated me.. I do
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Jace sat in his office, the sunlight coming in through the windows making the luxurious office look pretty and shiny, even though he wasn't really noticing it.It was just a regular work day for him, not too exciting, not too bad. He didn't feel mad or upset about anything, he just seemed calm and like he was thinking about normal work stuff.Engaged in a sea of financial data on his office computer, his eyes studying figures and charts with the acute focus of a deligent CEO. Making money was his lifeblood and all he'd ever really cared about. However, underneath his business attitude, a storm was brewing as his pulse quickened with each hit of the keyboard.As much as he tried avoiding it, his mind kept going back to Avalynn, his thoughts kept returning to the unsaid words between them, which felt like a chain of thorns. The stillness had become deafening, forming a gulf greater than any ocean."Who does she think she is though?" Jace's knuckles became white as he clenched his pen
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Avalynn stood in front of the mirror, staring at her reflection with breathless eyes. Her body fit the ivory gown, which seemed a second skin with brilliant veil cascading down her back and delicate lace flowing down her arms. Grateful for the pearls' coolness, she ran her fingers over the beaded bodice.Lisa was behind her, adjusting the finishing touches, tucking the dress's train and setting the veil.With a note of wonder in her voice, she said, "Ava, you look amazing."Avalynn shifted slightly and looked into Lisa's mirror. With tears still welling up in her eyes, she said, "I can't believe this is happening. I never thought this would happen."With a kind grin, Lisa squeezed Avalynn's shoulders. "You are deserving of everything." You will make the most stunning bride when you tie the knot with the love of your life."Avalynn inhaled deeply and then looked at her mirror again.The girl who was gazing back at her appeared to be a dream - graceful, dazzling, and brimming with joy
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Jace sat at his desk, glancing at the picture that Marlow had left behind. His mind was a jumble of ideas and feelings. With a deep breath, he grabbed for the phone and dialed his receptionist. Rachel took over as secretary when Elena left.The phone rang twice before Rachel answered, calm and competent as usual. "Yes, Mr. Malvis?""Rachel," Jace murmured, attempting to keep his voice calm. "I need you to do something for me right away. Transfer $1 million to the account I'm about to send you. "No questions."Following a brief pause, Rachel answered professionally but with a touch of curiosity. "I understand, Mr. Malvis. "I will do it right away.""Good," Jace responded before hanging up the phone. He stared at the image again, his thoughts whirling. Was Avalynn actually seeing Liam Arstor? What exactly was she doing with him in a bar? So this is what she does when he was not present at home? The notion caused his chest to clench with fury and anguish.He rose up abruptly and began pa
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Jace listened in confusion as the words of his grandfather resounded in his thoughts. Resign? He could never see his grandad resigning.For as far back as Jace could remember, since the accident that killed his parents over twenty years ago happened, his grandpa had acted as the company's foundation and a compass, steering them through numerous problems.Jace pushed through the cloud of fear and uncertainty by pushing himself to focus. "Grandfather," he answered, his voice now more firm, "if you honestly think this is the wisest course of action, then I will make every attempt to fulfill your rigorous standards. However, your advise is more important than ever before.A tiny grin grew across his grandfather's face as he nodded. "Certainly, Jace. My advise is always at your service. But you must lead with your heart and mind. Trust in yourself."Jace felt a rush of purpose. He had to attack the challenges head-on, for the sake of the business, his family, and his own self-worth. "I und
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The next day, Jace stood in his office, peering out the window at the sweeping cityscape. The weight of his grandfather's retirement weighed heavy on his shoulders; Malvis and Co.'s continued success now lies on his shoulders. The confrontation he had with Avalynn the night before was also replaying in his head, but he pushed it aside. He had to get his brain straight and focus on the recent concern, the coming merger with TerraCorp, which his granddad had been carefully planning out for quite a long time.Jace's phone vibrated, jerking him out of his thoughts. He received a text message from his grandfather- "Come meet me. We need to talk about TerraCorp."Jace took a deep breath and moved to his grandfather's study. As he walked in, he noticed the old guy reading a stack of documents, his face lined with concern."Sit down, Jace," his grandfather instructed, glancing up. "We have much to discuss."Jace nodded and took a seat in front of his granddad. The familiar scent of old leath
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The next morning, Jace called a meeting with his top executives. The atmosphere in the conference room was tensed, with the stakes higher than ever."Thank you all for coming on such short notice," Jace said, addressing the room. "I've uncovered some potential issues with TerraCorp's financials that need immediate attention."He turned to his acting secretary, Rachel, a sharp-eyed woman with a professional attitude. "Rachel, I need you to lead a forensic examination of TerraCorp's accounts. We need to know exactly where they are financially.Rachel nodded, immediately taking notes. "I'll get my team on it right away.""Good," Jace added. "Mark, I want you to contact our legal team. We need to analyze the merger agreement to see if there are any sections that would safeguard us if things go wrong."Mark, the company's general counsel, adjusted his glasses. "I will manage it. We should also prepare to renegotiate terms."Agreed," Jace replied. "Karen, I need you to start working on an i
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EPILOGUE: The air in the Malvis estate was filled with the soft hum of life.. the distant chirping of birds and the rustle of leaves in the gentle breeze.Avalynn stood on the terrace, her eyes drifting over the landscape as the day slowly gave way to night. The previous few months had been a blur as she adjusted to her new position in the family business, planned the wedding, and experienced the pleasures of married life. She had, however, had a profound sense of joy and happiness throughout it all that she had never experienced before. With a little smile on her lips, she carelessly stroked her expanding tummy. Even though everything had changed so rapidly, life yet seemed quite right. The days had been full with love, laughter, and a wonderful sense of what was ahead.Silently, Jace walked into the room behind her, his light hardwood floorsteps. With his chin resting on her shoulder, he encircled her with his arms from behind and followed her look out the window. With a low g
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Avalynn stood in front of the mirror, staring at her reflection with breathless eyes. Her body fit the ivory gown, which seemed a second skin with brilliant veil cascading down her back and delicate lace flowing down her arms. Grateful for the pearls' coolness, she ran her fingers over the beaded bodice.Lisa was behind her, adjusting the finishing touches, tucking the dress's train and setting the veil.With a note of wonder in her voice, she said, "Ava, you look amazing."Avalynn shifted slightly and looked into Lisa's mirror. With tears still welling up in her eyes, she said, "I can't believe this is happening. I never thought this would happen."With a kind grin, Lisa squeezed Avalynn's shoulders. "You are deserving of everything." You will make the most stunning bride when you tie the knot with the love of your life."Avalynn inhaled deeply and then looked at her mirror again.The girl who was gazing back at her appeared to be a dream - graceful, dazzling, and brimming with joy
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With the sun rays coming in through the transparent curtains and lightning the room in a warm, golden glow, Avalynn stirred in her deep sleep.The blankets hugged her body tightly, leaving the remains of last night's excitement still visible on her skin.Jace stirred at her touch, his eyes slowly opening. When he saw her, a slow, lazy smile spread across his face, and he tightened his hold on her, pulling her closer. “Morning, beautiful,” he whispered, his voice husky with sleep.His features, softened by the dawn light, were relaxed in sleep, a far cry from his usually controlled and powerful look.Her heart became big with love and happiness as she reached out and gently brushed a lock of hair off his face. Peace, love, and the man who had become her whole world were all she had ever wanted.At her touch, Jace moved and slowly opened his eyes. A slow, lazy smile crossed his lips as he spotted her, and he tightened his grip, drawing her in. He whispered, "Morning, beautiful," his vo
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The dim light of the bedside lamp cast a soft glow over the room, creating a cozy atmosphere that enveloped Jace and Avalynn as they lay side by side on the large bed. The events of the past weeks had been intense, but now, everything seemed to have settled into place. The room, decorated in muted tones of gray and blue, felt like a sanctuary from the outside world.. a place where they could finally breathe and enjoy the calm after the storm.Avalynn laid her head on Jace's chest and made gentle circles over his skin while she listened to his heartbeat.They had a comfortable stillness that was laced with the warmth of unsaid understanding and shared experiences. Thinking about how far they'd come and how a one-night encounter had brought them to this point, she grinned to herself."Remember the night we first met?" Avalynn has a hushed, almost dreamy voice.With a chuckle, Jace ran a hand through her hair. "How could I overlook that? You were the most stunning woman in the club, an
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Two weeks had passed since the whirlwind of revelations that had shaken the foundation of Avalynn’s world. But now, the dust had settled, and with it, a newfound clarity and peace had emerged. Avalynn had come to terms with her heritage, her place in the Malvis family, and most importantly, with Jace. The man she loved, who had been her anchor in the storm, was no longer just the man she thought she knew; he was so much more.The Malvis house was a hive of joy tonight. The huge hall gleamed with wealth and grace, decorated with crystal chandeliers and high ceilings. The walls, which were covered with pictures of the Malvis ancestors, appeared to witness to the importance of the evening.. the official recognition of Avalynn as a real Malvis and the celebration of the family's victory over the Rinders, longtime enemies.Guests started to pour into the hall as the evening sun started to set, soaking the estate in a warm, golden glow. With the quiet hum of string instruments playing
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With a deep breath, Jace's grandfather looked at him and Avalynn who were seated across from him. There was a tight, stifling silence as the weight of the information he was about to impart seemed to drain the room's very oxygen. As Jace's jaw tightened and his eyes locked on the elderly guy, Avalynn shifted in her seat, her heart pounding rapidly in her chest.The grandfather said, "Jace, Avalynn," in a tone that was serene but full of a gravity that made Avalynn's skin crawl. "The results of the DNA test are in."The words, thick with anticipation and terror, hung in the air like a fog. Avalynn braced herself for what was about to happen, her fists clenched in her lap and her claws digging into her hands. Jace leaned forward a little, his eyebrows furrowing in a startled yet nervous way.The grandfather stated, "The test proves that Avalynn is in fact my late son's biological daughter."A painful gasp from Avalynn's lips as her breath caught in her throat. The words echoed in her
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Apart from the soft buzz of the equipment deciding their fate in a moment, the room was quiet. Avalynn sat on the brink of her seat her fists clenched in her lap and her knuckles white from the pressure. Jace walked back and forth, his body stiff from all the questions flying about in his thoughts.As they awaited the start of the DNA test, a distinct sense of apprehension filled the air.Grandfather Jace was standing close to the door, his face expressionless. Unwilling to allow the doubt to linger any longer, he had insisted on the test being conducted right away. Avalynn was so preoccupied with the idea that her whole life had been a lie that she had hardly noticed the trip to the private clinic. The idea of having Jace as her brother and becoming a Malvis by blood was too much for her to fathom. However, they were now facing the moment of truth.A nurse arrived with the required supplies in the room. "Miss Avalynn and Mr. Malvis Senior will need to provide samples," she stated
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Avalynn gazed at the picture, her eyesight going blurry. Her mother’s image, frozen in time, looked back at her with a familiar smile that now felt hauntingly distant. She swayed on her feet as the room appeared to tilt and a sensation of vertigo overcame her. Her palm trembled as she attempted to settle herself, her fingertips grazing the edge of the desk, a sign of her mounting panic.In an instant, Jace was by her side, his arm encircling her waist and supporting her before she could pass out. He pleaded, "Ava, breathe," in a worried-sounding voice. Though his hold was tight, the panic that overcame them both was reflected in the shaking in his voice.From behind the desk, his grandfather observed them with a normally calm expression that broke into a look of uncertainty that Avalynn had never seen before. The man who had always been a tower of strength appeared lost, as though the world was collapsing around him."I'm not sure I get it. How is this even feasible?" Avalynn's li
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As the tension in the room increased, Jace's eyes darted between Avalynn and his grandfather, making it obvious that he was confused.“You didn’t mention she would be here,” Jace finally said, his voice tight, barely concealing his frustration. His brow furrowed in a way that made Avalynn’s heart ache. His grandfather remained seated, his hands folded calmly on his desk. “You’re right, Jace. I didn’t. But I didn’t think I could sit back and watch you continue like this. You’ve been shutting yourself away, wallowing in self-pity and loneliness. You need someone by your side.. someone you trust. And there’s no better woman for you than Avalynn.”A beat skipped by Avalynn's heart. She had rarely seen Jace's face of vulnerability, and it completely shocked her. With words stuck in his throat, he remained motionless, and the ensuing stillness was replete with unspoken realities.With black eyes filled with emotions he couldn't seem to control, Jace turned to face her. His regret-filled
