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The CEO's lawful wife SEARCHING FOR CLUE
Chloe knew that if there was anything Carter valued most was his reputation, she knew he was a hard nut to crack, but to her, her final card was the ultimate. She watched the frown on his face with a smile as she stepped in. “ It does seem like Liam did not convey my message properly to you ”. His eyes were bloodshot as he spoke. “ You can't threaten me with death, I have been too close to it for a long ”. “ What do you need? ”.“ I thought you were a man of honor, you defiled me and then made me unemployed ”.“ I did not touch you, do not taste my patience ”.“ I am sorry about that, but I am not going to carry this burden alone when you are also involved”.He twitches his brow, and Chloe felt like she was going to melt under his burning gaze. “ Nothing happened between us that night, don't flatter yourself ”.“ That is what you think, but that is not what happened. The result is out ”. Chloe blurted out, placing an envelope on his desk. “ What result? ”.“ See for yourself ”.
Last Updated : 2023-04-05The CEO's lawful wife A FEELING OF GUILT
Audrey let her eyes slowly trail down to the both of them, she could feel the hot air in the room and wondered if her presence had interrupted an important discussion. “ Am I interrupting? ”. She finally asked, letting her eyes stop at Carter, who had his head lowered. “ No… Not at all, I was just about leaving ”. Liam exclaimed, slowly stepping away from the office. “ What is going on? ”. Audrey asked after Liam shut the door behind him. “ Nothing much, just some work issue, come here ”. Carter beckoned to her, and she slowly let her hips rest on his lap, and yet, he still managed to avoid her gaze. “ Is everything alright, Carter, you seem like you are avoiding me ”?“ Why would I ”?“ Do you think things are moving too fast between us because if it works for you, we could tell it is slow ”? Her eyes darting at his trying to search for an answer, seeing how curious she was, he kissed her. Audrey smiles at him as the fragrance of his collagen filled her nose. “ How are you fe
Last Updated : 2023-04-06The CEO's lawful wife SHOPPING MATE
Audrey modeled quietly at the back of the Roy Royce while James was discreetly sticking up glances at her from the front mirror, he could tell that something was bothering her. “ Ma'am! Is everything alright? ”.“ Come on James, don't address me like that, it makes me feel awkward ”.“ Sorry about that, you seem disturbed ”. “ Am fine, I just think your boss seems off today, do you know what might be the problem? ”.“ No ma. He left alone after work without a bodyguard, if you'd like, I could help you find out the issue ”.“ No. Not to worry, it's wrong for me to ask you to spy on your boss ”.“ Okay, ma. ” James had his head face forward while driving through the gaudy road, there wasn't much traffic today, so their ride was going smoothly. Audrey got to the supermarket and James followed her inside. “ You do not have to come with me inside ”. Audrey exclaimed, seeing him walking right behind her as she picks up a cart. “ I think it is more fun to shop when you are two than bei
Last Updated : 2023-04-06The CEO's lawful wife SECRETS KNOWN TO HIM
Mr. Cornell retired upstairs to his room on the third floor as Davis followed behind carrying a box. The sound of a door opening and then shutting could be heard as Davis dropped the box he was carrying on the desk in the mini office in Mr. Cornell's room. “ Sir! Carter and his wife are here, your mother invited them over for the weekend ”.“ I see… The fake wife is here, looks like it is time I have a little chit-chat with her. You are dismissed ”.“ Yes, Sir ”. Davis exits the room while Cornell goes to his dresser and takes off the thick suit he has been wearing the entire day. Audrey let the maid dish out the entire dish on the dining table, Grandma Nana, who had been in the living room all this while, couldn't hide her excitement as she surged over to the large dining room. “ Hm… Audrey, this smells so nice, I can't wait to have a taste of it, it must be delicious”.“Grandma, we cannot know for certain yet, I will go and inform Carter that the table is set ”.“ Alright dear.
Last Updated : 2023-04-07The CEO's lawful wife A LADY WITH DIGNITY
Emma is excited about the fact that she gets to see for herself tomorrow the man who commands so much power, just like Carter Colton, she places a kiss on his entire body until it starts to tickle him. “ Emma! You better stop, or the outcome will be difficult for you to take in ”.“ Go ahead and tell me what you are capable of doing ”. Emma teases while trickling him around his armpit. Liam laughs so hard falling off the couch, and when he gets an opportunity, he grabs her from behind, carrying her to the bedroom. **** Audrey woke up early the next day, it was a usual routine for her even while she lived at her parent's house because she always wanted to help Auntie Gianna and Emma with the house chores. That way, she gets to hear more stories from Auntie Gianna. It became a part of her and as she woke up at the Colton estate, she went ahead to the garden to trim the flowers. When the butler Ernest came to the garden and found Audrey trimming the flowers, he was stunned at how a
Last Updated : 2023-04-07The CEO's lawful wife AN HEIR WORTHY OF THE EMPIRE
The female staff who neatly wore her uniform of a black mini skirt and a white shirt with the company's logo boldly written on the front and back of the shirt slowly comes back to them carrying a tray. It was a rare handmade tray with two glasses in it and a bottle of red wine. She carefully places it on the table right there and infields the wine, pouring an average quality into both glasses. She bows her head and exits the office after serving them. “ So as I was saying, Carter's mother established much, but it was my son Cornell who established the famous V. Tech that is making most of the money ”. Grandma Nana stops, sipping her glass of wine while she slowly savors the taste. “ I am not telling all this to you because I want to brag about my children's achievement, but because I need you to understand it all ”. “ Carter was supposed to inherit all these but suddenly all he was interested in was fashion, Audrey, I demand an heir ”. Hearing the word, Audrey almost spit
Last Updated : 2023-04-08The CEO's lawful wife BECOMING TOO ATTACHED
Carter went around to extend the door for her, and she steps in, tagging behind Carter, who regardless wouldn't say a word to her. The bouncer at the door bows on seeing Carter stepping forward as he opens the door for us. It was buzzing with girls dancing on the stage, men playing cards while some were just having a nice time as a couple. The air around there was intense coupled with the loud music, various kinds of lights were visible there making it tricky to recognize a figure. “ The VIP section is quiet and modest ”. He explained, seeing the judgy look on her face. She nods in reply, not sure if she should say anything. As the door to the first room upstairs opened, a lady who had her back visible was the only one that could be seen. “ Hello young lady, I am sorry, but this room has been booked ”. He exclaimed, she turned around to explain herself to him and was stunned by Emma looking stylish and pretty in a short floral dress that exposed most of her knee. She wore thick
Last Updated : 2023-04-09The CEO's lawful wife SECRET UNVEILED
The words her grandson just said to her felt strange to her ears, after the death of his mother, she lost hope of Carter's ever-bearing great-grandchildren for her. But he was here talking about a baby. She wasn't sure if she should be happy or sad for Audrey. But he was her family and she had to protect what was his. “ Why allow her to come here, she should stay outside the country, and after the baby is born, we come to a settlement, and she goes her way, that way Audrey will be left with no choice but to accept ”.“ But Chloe is insisting on staying at the family house, besides I think it is a good idea, that way you can monitor all her activities ”.“ What if Audrey comes here unexpectedly? ”.“ She won't, she is always busy with work ”.“ You are certain? ”.“ I will try my best on that end, you just have to help look after her until she delivers ”.“ That won't be a problem, I just hope that Audrey can accept the news when she finds out, she's a nice girl, and have grown fond
Last Updated : 2023-04-09
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The CEO's lawful wife GUNS AT HER BACK
Audrey glammed up for work in a sleek jumpsuit, she had an early meeting with the board and felt a bit anxious. She grabbed a cup of coffee from the countertop in her kitchen and hurried outside to her car without noticing the figure who was watching her. Abram had to spend the entire night there since he noticed that her movement wasn't consistent. Without much thought on her mind today, besides being anxious, she stepped into her car and sped away. Abram pursues her behind in his red jeep while trying not to cause attention to himself. But just when he thought he found the right spot, another car intercepted him as he tightened his jaw, trying to stay focused Audrey, who was ignorant of what, was happening behind her, kept on memorizing her new proposal for the company. Abram slowly brought out his pistol, while trying to aim properly, he was able to finally get a good picture of her, he heaved a sigh of relief, trying not to smile. He attempts to pull the trigger, bu
The CEO's lawful wife PRISTINE COMPETITION
Audrey was striding into a supermarket on a Sunday so that she could buy a few items to prepare a meal for Oliver when she had her first bumped into a lady at the front of the store. “ Oh my God, I am sorry, I wasn't looking directly”.“It's alright, you do not have to apologize”. The pregnant lady spoke as she swirled around to Audrey. “ Emma! ”. Audrey called with her eyes popped open while her eyes landed on her tummy. “ Audrey! My mom told me you came around, I was wondering how long it was going to take before our path crossed ”. Emma spoke in a light tone while her face was fueled with disgust for her dear friend, and although she did not say it. Audrey could feel the rage that filled her eyes. “ I am sorry Emma, but I am in a haste right now, we will have to do this some other time”.Audrey spoke, about to leave, but Emma stopped her at her pace. “Audrey! Are you going to do this even with me? ”.“ What are you talking about? ”.“ I am talking about you avoiding everyone
The CEO's lawful wife A PLOT
Audrey felt like she was at the top of the world, she was smiling so brightly that her cheeks started to hurt. “ She looks just like you”. James commented as he stood close to Audrey, she immediately dabbed her tears. “ And she seems smart”.“ Brilliant, just like you. Audrey, I don't know what is going on, but I know that it must be tough on you to look at your daughter and not be able to tell her who you are”. James exclaimed carefully, his tender gaze fixed on Audrey, who let the tears out. “ It was not easy for me all these years, Mr. Cornell bears so many grudges at me, and he will make that I never come close to his son”.“ I am so sorry about that, Mr. Cornell is a dangerous man, I do not know what he has on you, but I believe that if you speak to Carter, he can help you ”.“ No… No… Please, do not tell him that I met with his daughter, … ”.“ Alright, if you like, I could always bring her to visit you on weekends”.“ Thank you so much, James, you don't know what this means
The CEO's lawful wife FINDING A WAY
After dinner, Carter retired back to his room, while Chloe followed behind. He had his laptop on while he sat at the desk in his room. “ Carter, I think that Mona might end up growing fond of me”.“ Yes, I think so too, I hear you are responsible for the designs that we're just concluded”.“ Yes, what do you think of them? ”.“ They are lovely, but I doubt that it should be merely a color, don't you think you should add a few spices to it? ”.“ That is not a bad idea, I will amend it tomorrow, but for now, you should come to bed”. Chloe lifts her breast as she creases his bare chest from behind while shutting his laptop with the other hand. “ Chloe, I am sorry, but I have to wrap up a few things”.“ You can wrap them up tomorrow, you know after your therapy with Doctor Elliot finally worked, and you could touch any woman without. I was extremely excited that you could finally be with me without any restrictions, but now, you won't even look at me”. She placed a kiss on his neck so
The CEO's lawful wife FINDING A CLOSURE
Audrey inhaled and exhaled deeply before sitting down again, she could tell that she was feeling off since Carter stormed into her office. After staying away for a while, she only came back because she thought that he didn't affect her again. But just the sound of his name, mentioned at her office, sent her over the edge. “ I am sorry Oliver, I have been through so much and so difficult getting used to it”.“ I understand, and if it pleases you, we could leave, start a life together, and you can have all the kids you desire”.He exclaimed as he squeezes her hand gently, but she pulled her hand away, suddenly itching the back of her hair. “It's alright, I know you still haven't warmed up to me, but Audrey, I am here for you, I have been here for you for the past six years, why it can't grow even a little feeling for me”.“ Oliver, it is not as easy as you think, Carter and I shared so much together, I might have gotten over my feelings for him. But I haven't forgotten the memories
The CEO's lawful wife A DIVORCE LETTER
Staring at the room Auntie Gianna just finished cleaning, Audrey couldn't help but fall to the ground as she wailed. The time she spent with Carter in that room flooded her memories as she sat there staring at the bed she had shared a happy night with. Auntie Gianna steps in and quickly tucks her into her arms. “ My poor Audrey, you have been through so much, I can't begin to imagine what you have been through, but it's alright, soon things will work out well for you”.She gently taps her back and all Audrey could do was sob loudly until she finally felt exhausted. Audrey decided to take a nap, and Auntie Gianna was excited that she was getting some sleep. *** Carter got dressed for work and was about to leave when a little girl with fair skin had her hair braided into two parts used to him. “ Daddy! You are leaving so early again without breakfast! ”.She exclaimed while her nanny Marianne stood beside her. Carter could live with the memories of Audrey at the condo after she
The CEO's lawful wife HEART OF REGRETS
It was lunch hour when Carter heard a slight knock at the door as Chloe walked through. “ Hi dear, still busy as usual, let's go have lunch”.“ You can go ahead, I will meet you there”.“ You are doing that again, you have to eat well to be able to work well, besides I have something I need to discuss with you”.“ What is it about? ”.“ Our trendy collection has been getting squashed by a recent nameless company that is trying to trend”.“That's odd, it is not every day I see a designer who gets to squash yours, do you need any help? ”.“ Yes, please, help me find a way to get rid of that company or better still, buy it off! ”.“ Chloe, You can't keep trying to get rid of every competition, you need to be able to deal with it by creating a design better than theirs, you need to prove yourself in the fashion world”.“Haven't I done that?”.“ You don't get to do that just once, you need to do it at all times, keep proving yourself until everyone is satisfied. What is the name of this c
The CEO's lawful wife A NEW DRAWN
Liam and Emma stood in the living room that belonged to Audrey and Carter, while Carter locked himself up in her room. “ What are we going to do? ”. Emma asks as she bites her lower lip. “ I do not know, your friend, she hurt him so badly”.“ I still do not believe that Audrey left just like that, something must be wrong somewhere”.“ You are still trying to defend her, she left her husband and child, that is so cruel of her, who would do something like that? ”.“ Audrey would never leave just like that, I do not care what others say, but Audrey is not a cruel person who would abandon her child”.“ Keep lying to yourself, right now, I do not know how Carter is ever going to be able to come out of this again”.Liam heaved a sigh, falling on the couch. “ Baby Mona needs him now, we have to find a way to help him out”.“ If you want to help out, find your friend and find out why she did such a thing”. Liam exclaims before going back to the door, banging at it loudly even though he kne
The CEO's lawful wife HEARTBROKEN
Emma kept calling Audrey, but after each rang, it went to voicemail, she had to keep tracing the phone down to Audrey's car which was locked with her phone in it. Emma guessed that Audrey might have found a way to the hospital, but there was no trace of Audrey at KELTINE hospital, so she had to call Carter, who picked up at first. “ Emma! I was just about to call you, I missed my wife's call today, but have been trying to call her, and she is not picking up”.“ She called me earlier today saying she labors and was in traffic, I told her that I was coming to her location, but on getting here, her car and phone were all I found”.“ Oh my God! I doubted that her labor would start this early, you should check her at the hospital”.“ That is what I also thought, but she is not there, there is no trace of her coming anywhere close to the hospital”.“ Where could she be right now, I have to find a way and get home as soon as possible, I will call my security personnel and ask them to find
