It couldn't be helped though. It was easy to lose one's mind and succumb to impulses, buying whatever caught the eye. Summer was the perfect example, as she couldn't control herself from spending wildly. She typically tossed the bill onto the table and declared that she had spent a small amount. If James minded so much, she would pay him back. However, in reality, she couldn't say that. She would never be able to cover nine million dollars, even if she sold her organs!Charter Corporation's annual profit was meager, only tens of millions. Summer had used up the entire company's yearly profit in one shopping spree. She wondered why she didn't feel more anxious.Summer hung her head like a deflated balloon and asked tentatively, "James, you're not thinking of making me pay the money back, are you?""No. The card is for you to use."Immediately, Summer relaxed upon having received James' assurance. If he truly intended for her to pay it back, she wouldn't be able to. Just as she w
But to be honest, Summer couldn't resist. James' cold and handsome face had an irresistible charm, like a delicious dessert that one couldn't bear to put down after tasting it once.While Summer was lost in her wild thoughts, James leaned into her ear. Unexpectedly, he did not kiss her but whispered, "You are my wife. Even if you take Quigley Group apart, I would accept it willingly."His words were like Cupid's arrow, piercing right through her heart. Summer never expected James to say something like that.Any other girl would have thrown themselves into his arms. However, Summer was not naïve. After a dazed pause, she immediately snapped out of it and shoved James away. "Hmph, we are husband and wife. It's normal to use your money. Spare me the sweet talk."James did not respond. He stood still, gazing at Summer with a pair of bright eyes."What are you looking at? Am I wrong?" Summer asked firmly."You're right.""Very well then. Don't worry, Mr. Quigley. I promise I won'
Summer didn't like that James threw the ball back into her court. She was inexperienced in choosing bodyguards because she had never had security concerns before marrying James.Just then, Charlie suggested, "Madam, why not let them have a fight and see which one suits your preferences?"Charlie's proposed idea was to choose the strongest person among the five bodyguards. While it was a good method, Summer wasn't fond of it.After careful consideration, she thought choosing a bodyguard was not just about finding protection. More importantly, they had to get along well with each other. She proposed an alternative idea. "How about this? Ladies, come into my room and have a chat with me. I want to get to know each of you."Her suggestion surprised not only Charlie but also James. Most people chose bodyguards based on their physical combat abilities, yet Summer wanted to chat with them.However, since the bodyguard was meant for Summer, the decision was with her. According to her wi
Lexi spoke with a bright smile as warm and refreshing as the sun. She was the kind of person Summer was looking for: someone she could talk to and laugh with. Without asking further questions, Summer held Lexi's hand and declared, "It's you.""What?" Lexi was confused for a moment, but Summer was already leading her out of the room.In the living room, Summer said to James, "I want to hire her!"James' discerning eyes scanned Lexi before he instructed quietly, "All right. Charlie, handle the formalities and assign her duties tomorrow.""Yes, Mr. Quigley."And so, Summer successfully found her first female bodyguard, Lexi. Although Lexi looked smart, she was slow to realize she had been hired. After a long while, she came to her senses and jumped ecstatically. "This is amazing! I'm hired! Thank you, my ancestors, for blessing me. And my parents ..."Summer was amused that Lexi was so happy to be hired. However, judging from her reaction, she was lively and optimistic indeed.
Summer asked, "What's wrong, Lexi? Is there anything else?""Yes, madam. Mr. Quigley requested that you get up now and prepare.""Prepare? Prepare for what." Summer was confused before remembering what James had said to her the night before. There was going to be a business party later that evening, with prominent figures of Rosseera City present. As James' wife, Summer had to accompany him.Nevertheless, it was too early to start preparing at nine in the morning."Lexi, are you sure James told me to get ready now?" Summer asked doubtfully."Yes, that's right. Mr. Quigley said you have to get up now. You need to pick a gown and do your makeup. He wants you to look your best."The word "makeup" turned Summer's head to mush. Although she was a woman, she disliked troublesome tasks like dressing up.At first, she thought about staying in bed, but James somehow anticipated her thoughts. Suddenly, she received a text message on her phone with two simple words, "Get up."Summer ang
As the top figure in Rosseera City, James possessed immeasurable wealth. Those who coveted his fortune and sought to benefit from him had to flatter him to establish a business cooperation.Meanwhile, James' expression remained solemn, and his eyes were like bottomless pits. He was not one to engage in pleasantries with others. When they approached, he didn't spare them a glance.But most of them were familiar with James' personality. Even though the rejection was evident, they stuck to him like glue.After James finally dealt with the group of people, a mysterious man approached him from behind. "It seems you're busy tonight, as always.""Aren't you busy, too?" James turned around to reply.The man was Keith Ritter, heir to the Ritter family, another of the four major prestigious families. He was an excellent man with a sinister mind, making him a formidable competitor.Keith sat across from James, swirling a glass of wine in his hand. Taking a sip, he casually asked, "James, ar
The party gradually kicked off. As night fell, the lights flickered on, and gentle music sounded in the venue. At this moment, more guests were arriving as well.James was pacing around the front door with steady steps. Although he looked calm on the outside, he was beginning to feel anxious. It was almost time, but Summer still hadn't arrived yet.Under normal circumstances, it would be fine if she was late, but this party was a little special.This party was jointly organized by the four major, prestigious families. Naturally, the four families had all already arrived. Although the Quigley family had sent James as their representative this time, the other Quigley family members also came, including his mother, Caroline.That night, Caroline was dressed in a white mink fur coat and embroidered dress, exuding luxurious elegance. She proudly walked over in her high heels."James, is your wife not here yet?""No," replied James with little emotion on his face, but he sighed inwar
It was just a joke, but it angered James. He glared with fury blazing in his dark eyes, and an oppressive air shrouded him."Bradly, don't talk nonsense!" James didn't speak loudly, but his tone carried obvious indignation.This stunned Bradly. The two of them had known each other since they were young, but he had never seen James so angry. James' reaction showed how much Summer meant to him.Before this, Bradly and Zach had carried out a small test. In that test, although James had come to save Summer, he hadn't blamed himself afterward. Hence, Bradly thought that even though James liked Summer, it probably wasn't a deep affection.But based on James' current reaction, it seemed that it wasn't so simple. James must have really fallen for Summer."James, no wonder Keith was acting so weird just now. It turns out that the weird one isn't him, but you."Bradly had met Keith upon entering the event hall. Keith had been shaking his head and looked bewildered as he walked past, mutt