“I don’t want any children now. I’m not ready for them yet.”“We won’t have them, then.”The man who indulged Ruth’s every whim was back.She was beginning to think that he was possessed a few days ago.When Abel saw Ruth’s curious and inquisitive gaze, he cleared his throat awkwardly without answering the complex question in her eyes. He stood up and ended their conversation.“Once you clean up, go downstairs to eat. I’ll send you to your company. Lockton Corporation sent news. The board has made an important decision about you.”……Ruth was in a daze while on her way to the company. It was not because of Lockton Corporation. She had no need to think about it. After all, whatever decision the board made was already set in stone. It was because of what Abel said. She had yet to puzzle it out. When she asked him about it again, Abel only said, “I don’t want to meet Seema anymore. We don’t need to work with him either.”She had a feeling that something happened, but she did
People were looking over. In the past, they would have “enthusiastically” started talking about what was going on and criticizing Ruth. After all, in the past, it did not matter even if she was the eldest daughter. She did not have any real power. Hugh was Callum’s secretary. Everyone could tell who was more important between him and Ruth. However, today, they just watched and did not dare to come forward to speak because they were worried that Ruth would remember how rude they were to her in the past. Hugh could sense the aloof gazes, and his face turned red. Anger could be detected in his voice. “The board of directors might have decided on this, but we haven’t finished transferring the shares to you. Yet you’re already trying to show off your authority?”“Of course. You taught me that.” Ruth smiled and suddenly changed the topic. “I agree that this isn’t what I should do, though. After all, no one can say for sure what would happen when it comes to certain things. We need
The recording was beneficial to Callum because it only contained the clauses she agreed to, and he used vague wording to deceive Ruth when it came to her own requests that were not beneficial to him. After all, Ruth was drunk and could not remember the conversation clearly. It was her own fault. “In any case, it doesn’t matter to me. Abel’s reputation won’t affect me much. Besides, those 10% are mine now. It’s better than me being an insignificant employee in the corporation. If you have nothing else to say to me, bye.”Ruth picked up the contract and stood up. Callum’s expression soured. “Ruth, why do you insist on going against me?” Ruth looked down at him. “That’s wrong, Mr. Callum. You’re the one who wants to break the contract and need my help with it, yet are already thinking of breaking this promise as well.”Callum could not retort. “I agreed to negotiate with Seema, but you’re the one who has to prepare the compensation, and, for me to negotiate with Seema, you hav
On her way back, Ruth mulled over what Callum said, and the more she thought about it, the more she found that something was off. Without Callum’s reminder, she would not have realized what was going on. Lockton Corporation’s shares were not worth much. Ruth wanted them for sentimental reasons, but why did Callum keep such a tight leash over them?To guard against her?He even had the crazy idea that Seema was helping her to get the shares because of that. Not even Abel thought of that. Just how wary was Callum to be so on guard against her?It was strange. Callum was a profiteer, but he would rather give away money to guard against her than make a profit. “Say, is there something about Lockton Corporation that I don’t know?” Ruth suddenly asked. The question seemed to be directed at Eilam, but also at nobody in particular. Eilam was driving. When he heard the question, he looked at her through the rearview mirror. “Are you asking me?”Ruth looked at him. “Do you know?”
Ruth told Dulcie that Callum was beginning to suspect her relationship with Seema, so they needed to be more careful when they negotiated with him next time. Once she was done, she opened her drawing app to draw her inspirations. When Abel came back, Ruth had just finished a draft. She propped her head on a hand and stared at the drawing app while daydreaming. She did not even notice Abel entering. Abel’s cold voice drew her mind back to the present. “Your friend is right. You’re really close with Seema. He even sends you his drafts.”Ruth turned to him. “When did you come in?”“When you started fangirling over his draft,” Abel said coldly.Ruth blinked and tilted her head to stare at him before she suddenly asked, “Honey, what do you think of this bracelet? Don’t you think it’s unlike Seema’s usual style, and it’s more—”“It’s even more tacky now! Why does everyone say that Seema never runs out of inspiration? I don’t think so.” Abel looked at the screen and was hypercritica
Ruth’s outstanding husband was blessed by the gods. He should remain on a pedestal and be confident. He should not be making any compromises for her. When Abel noticed the change in her mood, he pursed his lips. “What are you trying to say?”“I’m not the only one who was petty. You were jealous, weren’t you?” Ruth asked. Abel said nothing and just lay down by her side. He was jealous of Caelus for being with Ruth for a long time and did not like them meeting in private. But he was never worried about them falling in love with each other again. He never treated Caelus as his rival in love. But Seema was different. He was a genius. He was capable, talented, and cared for Ruth. Abel was a man, and he understood men. If a man did not care for a woman, he would not be so attentive to her. Besides, Ruth knew Seema for a longer period of time, and she depended on him and trusted him. Based on this alone, Abel had already lost. The jealousy he had for Caelus just made hi
Ruth looked at Abel with a grimace. Then, she ignored his displeasure and grinned cunningly. “I heard that you’ve been asking around about Seema. Do you want to know what sort of person they are? I can tell you.”“There’s no need.” Abel words were nearly a growl. “Blakewell Jewelry won’t work with him anymore.”“Really? Even if it’s an opportunity handed to you on a silver platter?”Abel said nothing and just stared at her.Ruth’s tone continued to be really annoying. “Didn’t you go behind my back to ask Dulcie to arrange a meeting with Seema? Dulcie was correct. You should have come to me! I’m BFFs with Seema. It’s best if I approach them to arrange a meeting between you two.”Even though Ruth knew that he was bothered by it, she kept talking about how close she was with Seema and intentionally pushed his buttons. Abel could tell. But it was the truth, and he could not retort. His expression grew darker, and his anger was practically spilling out of him. Ruth knew that she
Abel stopped moving. He stared at her and warned her awkwardly but sternly, “Don’t talk about this ever again. I might just end up getting angry and spank your butt.”How shameless… But the threat worked.Ruth no longer tried to tease him, but she still looked embarrassed. “I don’t think we can do it tonight.”Abel had yet to figure out what she was trying to say. “What?”Ruth did not explain any further. She just quickly got to her feet and jogged to the bathroom. After a long period of absence, her period had finally arrived. Ten minutes later, Ruth shuffled back to the bedroom with a hand over her stomach. The red flush on her face was gone, and she looked pale. When Abel saw it, he quickly went to her to support her. “What’s wrong? Did your period come?”Ruth leaned against him feebly. “Yeah. It’s late, but it’s here.”Abel held her gently with one arm and bent down to hook his other arm under her knees. He then carried her to the bed. At the sight of the sweat on