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Chapter TwoHundredThree

Author: Tory June
last update Last Updated: 2024-12-13 20:17:34

The next morning, Jace paced his office as the events of the night before continued to replay in his head.

Despite his best efforts last night, Avalynn refused to give him a chance to clarify.

Not even his voice would do for her.

He was troubled by Stephanie's comments, her touch, and Avalynn's betrayed expression.

To prove to Avalynn that she was the only person he genuinely cared about, he had to figure out a way to put things right between them.

The buzzing of his phone startled him out of his reverie.

It served as a friendly reminder about tonight's charity banquet that his employer was hosting. With a sigh, he acknowledged that this might be a diversion.

He reached for his secretary's number on the phone.

His secretary took a few rings before picking up the phone. "Yes, Mr. Malvis?" she asked with a smile.

"Hi Elizabeth. Would you kindly come to my office now so we can begin preparing for the gala?"

"Yes, in that case, sir. Elizabeth said, "I'll be there immediately," and
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  • THE CEO'S HIRED WIFE    Chapter TwoHundredFortyFour

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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

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