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"What?" Chloe was shocked. How come move in with him?"Come on! It's not a big deal. You knew it would happen." he simply said."Yes, but not so soon!" she affirmed and Evan raised his eyebrows."Are you afraid of anything, Ms. Rodriguez?" he asked her, getting closer with a smirk on his face.Chloe gave a step back, keeping a safe distance."Mr. Bailey, that's the way you treat your businesses?" she asked sarcastically."When business has a smart mouth and long tanned legs, I change the approach, you know." Evan took a step forward.Chloe swallowed hard and took a deep breath. She could feel his wooden scent and it made her close her eyes for a moment. "Don't worry, Chloe. I won't touch you until you ask me." Evan was talking low on her ear and his lips brushed her earlobe. Chloe shivered and let the air out through her half-open mouth. Evan gave a little smile and walked away from her."Let's have lunch together." he said taking his keys and his cellphone already."I need to grab m
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The waiter arrived with their dishes, which broke that awkward moment. Chloe returned to her initial position while Evan emptied his glass of wine in just one sip.Chloe lost her appetite and Evan asked casually, as if it was nothing wrong:"You won't eat? I thought you'd liked Japanese food.""Yes, I like it…" she answered looking at her plate.Chloe forced herself to eat a little, once she didn't want to give further explanations. She was feeling uncomfortable but she tried to keep a casual conversation with Evan. His answers were short and he was looking to Jill's table once and a while, which made Chloe pissed off. When Chloe thought it couldn't get any weirder, she heard a well-known female voice."Good afternoon!""What are you doing here, Jill?" Evan asked dryly, with his jaw clenched.Chloe was in shock but she didn't let anyone notice how affected she was. She was just staring at Jill with cold eyes. "I need to talk to you." Jill stated, clearly ignoring Chloe's presence."
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Her eyes were blurry as she walked quickly down the sidewalk trying to find a taxi. Chloe could feel her heart beating fast and the adrenaline burning in her veins. When she finally found a cab, she got in without looking back as if she was running away. She was only able to breathe again when she realized the car was taking distance from that restaurant. From him. Her mind was a terrible mess with a mix of unknown feelings. Chloe reached Bailey Industries' building in minutes. When she was ready to lock herself in her office, Brianna came running asking what was wrong."Chloe, what happened? Why are you pale?" Brianna was worried."It's him, Bri…" Chloe said tearful."Come on, seat here and tell me everything!" Brianna pointed to the chair.Chloe closed the door and seated in front of her friend, with her head down. She told Brianna everything that happened, including Victor's disgusting proposal. Brianna listened to that carefully, and her facial expressions made clear what she was
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Evan could not believe what Chloe just said. She saw that unfortunate kiss between him and Jill. How was he supposed to explain that? Jill tried to play a victim and asked for a second chance, which sounded insane to Evan. When he was about to leave, she grabbed him by the neck and kissed him. Evan took seconds to understand the situation and when he did it, he pushed her away immediately. When Evan came back to the table, he didn't find Chloe there and that made his heart miss a beat. Was she in danger? Victor was around so everything was possible. He searched for her everywhere and after long minutes, he decided to go back to his office. Evan was so mad that the possibility of Chloe watching that scene didn't cross his mind. He realized he got out of control just because he thought Chloe could have given up on that agreement; which meant she could have given up on him too. Why did that bothered him so much?"That wasn't planned, Chloe. I didn't know they would be there. Jill sai
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Evan was seated on a comfortable sofa in his office. With a glass of whiskey in hand, he was thinking about the situations he'd been through the past days. When Evan planned to marry Chloe he didn't think he would be attracted by her in ways he couldn't even know how to explain. He had never felt the necessity to explain himself to another woman but his mother. He had never felt fear by losing control on a situation. And that was happening now. Chloe left his office angrily once he ordered her to leave without further explanations. That question was hammering in his head. What would be the need of that contract if he didn't want to use her?That comparison with Victor was a low blow for sure. Evan squeezed the glass harder. Chloe already knew what she needed to say to make him out of mind. His thoughts were interrupted by the phone."What's up, Ryan?" Evan answered rudely. After a few seconds he just said: "Ok, come to my office and we talk about it here." Chloe was at the recepti
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"Evan?" Ryan was clearly confused. "What are you doing here?""You didn't answer my question." Evan replied to Ryan but his eyes were staring at Chloe, who was petrified. She would not dare to glance at Mr. Bailey. Chloe was sure that anger was directed at her."Who do you think you are to disrupt my date like this, Evan?" Ryan got up angrily."Date?" Evan could not believe that. He looked at Ryan then at Chloe. "Are you on a date?" he pronounced the last word faintly."Do you also take care of your PA's private life? It crosses the line!" Ryan stated sarcastically. Evan turned his glance at Ryan while clenching his fists. He was clearly trying to control himself."Do you want to know who else is crossing the line here? You! Having a date with my fiancée!" Evan said dryly.That statement shocked both Ryan and Chloe. She quickly looked at Evan, with her mouth half-open.Ryan was staring from one to another, trying to figure that out. "Is that true, Chloe?"Both men looked at her and s
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Chloe heard a knock on the door while she was getting out of the shower. She was not expecting anyone at that time, so she didn't have any idea of who could be. "Evan?" Chloe couldn't be more discredited when she saw her boss standing in front of her. At her apartment."Yes. May I come in?" he asked tiredly."No!" she answered without thinking. "I mean, what are you doing here?""I would not come if it was not important." he stated."Ok, come in. Just wait a second because I need to change, you know… my clothes." Chloe was embarrassed."It's fine." Evan said while he was stepping in the room. But before going through her, Evan got closer to her face and when he was almost kissing her lips, he just said: "You look good to me." Then he kissed her cheek. Chloe swallowed hard and closed the door. She was feeling uncomfortable with that bathrobe so she didn't think twice before going to change it."Make yourself comfortable. I'll be back in a minute."When Chloe was about to turn arou
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Chloe was enjoying the pleasant morning air as she watched the landscape pass by outside the car. Evan was driving to the airport, where he said they would board his private jet and head towards the island where the family reunion was to take place.Family. She was going to meet his family. What would they think of her? Were they as cold and distant as most rich people were? What if they found out that this was all a plan?Too many questions without answers and Chloe was getting more nervous at each step closer to that holiday. "Is everything ok, Chloe?" Evan glanced at her quickly. "Yes." she shook her head and replied to him."Don't worry too much, darling. They are cool." he held her hand and that action took Chloe by surprise. "You just need to be careful with my mom." That statement made Chloe look at him in despair. He gave an embarrassed smile."Moms, you know." he completed."Are you already acting in your role?" Chloe asked while she raised their hands together to show what
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Evan sighed heavily and opened the file.'Dear Evan, I'm sorry for everything I've been putting you through. I'm sorry for the photos in the magazine. I loved you at some point, but I was so blinded by fame, power and money that I couldn't realize in time how happy I could be with you. I am sending this email to inform you that I am leaving. I will go to Paris to resume my modeling career. Be happy. Maybe someday we'll meet there. Love, Jill.'Evan leaned back in his chair and stared at the computer screen. For the first time after all the mess Jill created in his life, he felt nothing for her. That rage that burned his body and made him think of all the times she made a fool of him was gone.That wedding plan was designed to play in Jill's face that he could be happy without her. However, at no time Evan really believed he could be truly happy.And there he was, smiling like a lover and feeling his heart warmed because the reason for his happiness was lying on his bed.Three months w
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"The baby is still alive, Mr. Bailey. However, his heartbeat is very slow. Ms. Rodriguez needs to take absolute rest for a period to be able to keep the child. In addition, I will keep her here for a few days to ensure recovery.""His heartbeat? Do you mean it's a boy?" Evan asked with eyes shining."Yes, sir. It's a little warrior." the doctor responded with a weak smile. "Congratulations!""Can I see her now?""Yes. She is asleep due to the medication, but she will wake up soon. Please avoid strong emotions. The baby's life is still at risk.""Thank you, doctor."Evan headed for the room where Chloe was, feeling his heart explode with joy. He managed to save his small family after all.He watched her sleep and ran his hand over her face, through her hair, and finally over her belly."We did it, buddy." Evan said with teary eyes. "So small but so brave. You'll be just like your mother. Thank you for not giving up on us, son. I promise you that I will protect you as long as I live. Be
The CEO's Secret Arrangement Chapter 58: Rescue Operation
Everyone was ready on time. The working day at the port was over, there was no one else in the place.The warehouse was no longer used for port operations, so it was far away from the others.In the distance, Evan could see three black SUV's, which were also part of his team, to assist in case of escape.He appeared to be calm, but inside his blood bubbled in his veins, burning every part of his body. If Victor had harmed his baby and his wife, he would pay with his own life.Josh approached Evan and handed him a gun."If necessary, you know what to do, sir."Evan glanced at him and nodded. It was show time."We have six men inside and ten men outside. Be fast and accurate. Don't hesitate to shoot." Josh passed on the information to the team. "Mr. Bailey, you will enter the warehouse with team two. Please, as soon as you are with Ms. Rodriguez, get out of there immediately.""Deal." Evan just said.The teams took their positions and everything happened very quickly. When Evan realized
The CEO's Secret Arrangement Chapter 57: An Old Enemy
"Why? Were you expecting someone in particular?" Victor laughed evilly. "Perhaps a lost princess?""What did you do?" Evan asked angrily."I warned you to protect her… But you didn't care, did you?""Don't play with me, Victor. I'll destroy you.""Try it, Evan. Just try it. You will never see that b*tch again!""What do you want?""I want everything that is yours. I want to see you crawling for mercy." Victor said with hate. "You know, Evan, you inherited an empire. You never knew what it's like to build something from scratch. There is a lot of pain and suffering. I have dedicated myself, my whole life, to build what I have, so as not to be in need. Suddenly a boy appears, thinking that he will take everything from me. You are a boast who never valued what you have! I want to see you suffer." "Your problem is with me. We will solve this from man to man." Evan stated dryly. "Release Chloe now.""Do you think I'm stupid? I'm not a boy like you!" he mocked. "Give up on the millionaire
The CEO's Secret Arrangement Chapter 56: Fate Plays Tricks
Evan ran back to the restaurant. Maybe she was still around. He needed to act fast."Evan?" Jane found him at the front door. "What happened? Why are you running?""I'm sorry, Jane." he said with regret."Why? What happened?" she asked distressed."It's Chloe." he felt a twinge in his heart. "I think she was taken.""Taken?" "I'm ready, let's go." Carlos said as he walked towards them. "What's wrong? Why are you pale?" he looked at his wife."Mr. Rodriguez, please. I need to know if there is any cameras here.""What's going on? Yes, we have cameras! They stay connected in my office." Carlos was confused."I need to check them out now." Evan tried to stay calm."Why do you think she was taken?" Jane asked in a choked voice."Because I found this on the parking lot floor, next to my car." Evan showed the shoe."I can't believe it! No! Is it a joke? Where's my daughter?" Jane screamed as tears welled up in her eyes. "Who would do that?""That's what I'm going to find out." Evan stated co
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That was the worst part of the pregnancy, Chloe thought. Having to go to the bathroom every five minutes made her nervous. Not to mention morning sickness.However, the feeling of carrying a life was wonderful. Two hearts beating within one body. Motherhood was really something divine.After touching up her makeup, Chloe came out of the bathroom feeling more confident. They were finally going to form a real family! Chloe even imagined Evan buying baby stuff. She smiled at that thought.Before she reached the bar to find Evan, a waiter approached her and said."Excuse me, Ms. Rodriguez. Mr. Bailey asked to inform that he is waiting for you in the parking lot."Chloe frowned. Maybe it was better to have a little privacy to tell Evan the truth.Chloe thanked the waiter and headed for the parking lot right away.When she approached Evan's car, he was not there. Chloe shivered when she felt a strange sensation.She looked around and when her eyes returned to the car, there was a man stand
The CEO's Secret Arrangement Chapter 54: I Like Me Better When I'm With You
"I-I'm not hiding anything, Evan." she stated in a shaky voice."I see. You still don't trust me." he dropped her hand abruptly. When he spoke again, his voice was cold and distant. "Good night, Chloe."She closed the door and he drove away immediately.Chloe wrapped her arms around her body to keep herself warm. Once again, she had ruined everything.After a few days, the restaurant's grand opening had finally arrived. Jane and Carlos couldn't be happier and more euphoric, while Chloe smiled on the outside and slowly died on the inside.Evan never got in touch after that dinner. Had he decided to move on without her? Would he show up that night?The thought of seeing him warmed her heart and made her a little more excited, so she decided to go to the salon and buy a special outfit for that occasion. Perhaps it was the perfect time to tell Evan the truth.Chloe decided she was going to face her fears. She couldn't take any more suffering in advance. She missed him a lot.Evan was
The CEO's Secret Arrangement Chapter 53: You Are The One That I Want
Evan was pissed off. He didn't know if his anger was because he found out someone was trying to separate him from Chloe or if it was because Chloe didn't believe his words at all. She was the one who came closest to his heart, so she should know him better. Why all that insecurity? Just because he was a billionaire guy?If money meant anything, Evan would already have a big and happy family.Why didn't she give herself a chance to be happy? Wasn't it clear enough that he was willing to try?Maybe she didn't really love him. Maybe it was just a physical attraction.Evan snorted and hit the steering wheel angrily. She drove him crazy in so many ways. "What a stubborn girl!" he said.About who sent those photos to the magazine, Evan had a hunch, but he was going to check with the detective first. With that thought in mind, he accelerated the car to get to his apartment as quickly as possible.A couple of days passed and Chloe felt increasingly depressed. She couldn't understand how she
The CEO's Secret Arrangement Chapter 52: Love Hurts Sometimes
After the shock of seeing Evan standing in front of her, Jane didn't know how to act. Would Chloe like to see him? After all the stress that day brought, Jane feared that that visit would not do her daughter any good."Evan, Chloe is resting.""Don't lie to me, Jane. I know she was in the hospital." he was impatient.The middle-aged woman widened her eyes. "H-How do you know?" her voice faltered."It doesn't matter. I just wanna see her. May I come in?"Jane was speechless with Evan's intimidating stance. After everything he had done for that family, she couldn't deny such a request."Yes, please." He entered the house, feeling anxious. Without saying another word, Jane guided him to her daughter's room. After knocking on the door, she heard Chloe's weak voice."Come in."Jane opened the door cautiously, afraid of her daughter's reaction. "Someone is here to visit you, darling."Chloe slowly opened her eyes and looked in the direction of the two people standing at the door. She h
