All Chapters of THE CEO'S HIRED WIFE : Chapter 91 - Chapter 100

The MC continued conversing and engaging the guests then he mentioned Jace and Avalynn's first meeting."You know," he started, "I've heard that Mr. and Mrs. Malvis met at a charity auction." Jace bid on a picture, while Avalynn bid against him. They both desired it so much that they decided to buy it together, and the rest, as they say, is history."The audience laughed at the anecdote, and Jace and Avalynn exchanged a knowing glance.The monologue went on: "And I heard that the painting was by an artist called Elexius Rahn, known for his surreal and evocative works."Jace looked to Avalynn with a warm smile on his face. "Do you recall the painting? "The one with the never-ending staircase?"Avalynn laughed softly, with true warmth in her eyes. "How could I forget?" It was beautiful. And I guess that was the moment I realized you weren't just a stuffy businessman."Jace and Avalynn kept up their act, motivated by a mutually beneficial arrangement, but both were aware of the unsaid tr

Jace looked at her, raising an eyebrow. He responded, "I could say the same thing. I believe you mentioned that you wanted some fresh air. But, it appears like you were holding out for someone."Elena blushed pink in the cheeks.Elena announced in a forceful voice, "I wasn't waiting for anyone. I was just..." She wandered off, looking about the garden as though she was looking for ideas. "I was simply taking in the flowers," she said, gesturing to a rose bush close by.Even though Jace knew she was lying, he chose to comply. He said, "Is that so?" So, you must be a huge fan of roses." Elena swallowed, attempting to keep her cool. "Yes, I am," she said, this time speaking a little more softly. Jace's face also became more sympathetic. "It's okay, Elena," he reassured her.Elena moved uncomfortably, her gaze darting between Jace and the party's entrance. She blurted, "I should get back," as she finished her sentence. Jace was left standing in the yard as Elena turned and ran back int

"Good morning, Jace," Elena said with a hint of fake optimism as she walked into his office.The smile was not returned by Jace. Rather, he reclined in his chair, his gaze fixed on her face. He did not greet Elena back. "Close the door, Elena," he said.A small furrow appeared on Elena's forehead as she nodded. Stepping up to his desk, her heels tapping the shiny surface, she waited in front of him.Jace grabbed for the envelope and took out a stack of pictures without saying anything. He threw them onto the desk, causing the glossy pictures to glide over the glossy wood surface and land in front of her. "Explain this," he sharply challenged.Elena noticed the photos and her eyes grew wide. She trembled a little when she took up the top photo. She and Liam were clearly in the picture, their faces identifiable and their smiles too close to be misinterpreted as innocent. She lost all of her blood on her face. Her thoughts raced, remembering the intimate and secure times she had spent wi

Elena took another shot, the warm liquid leaving a track down her throat as the alcohol's warmth failed to calm the raging anger inside of her. Alone in the darkened bar, she couldn't stop thinking about Jace's charges and the damaging pictures he'd shown her earlier in the day.With a loud creak, the door opened, and Liam hurried inside, his footsteps resonating on the hardwood floor with a sense of urgency.His face showing concern, he hurried over to where he could see Elena at the corner table. Nestled into the seat across from her, he questioned, "Elena, what's going on? You sounded urgent on the phone."Elena's eyes shot up to meet his, a mixture of rage and despair. "Jace knows," she stated openly, her rage hardly contained in her voice.Liam's eyebrows shot up in panic. Leaning in closer, he pressed, "Knows what?"She leaned forward, hatred seeping into her words. "About us, Liam," she growled. "He's got photos. He came up to me today."Liam's mouth tightened as the realizati

She turned to face the bed, feelings and thoughts running through her head.But as she moved to get back under the blankets, a strong hand grabbed her arm, shocking her.Jace was at his breaking point.. he couldn't control it any longer. He turned her around and kissed her with intense desire. In that moment, all questions vanished.With equal desire, Avalynn wrapped her arms around his neck and drew him in.Their breaths mixed and tongues tangled. Jace's hands moved through her back, pulling away her towel and revealing her skin. Avalynn's fingers quickly opened his shirt, pulling it off his shoulders.With a shrug, Jace removed his shirt and put his hands back on Avalynn's body, feeling every inch of her wet skin. She quickly helped with his belt.He kicked his pants off as they dropped to the ground and pulled her in close.Driven by strong want, they made their way towards the bed.Feeling the heat of his skin on hers, she wrapped her legs around Jace as his hands found her wai