Chapter 50 As Evalina and Hugo approached a bar. Evalina stopped in her tracks. “Hugo, I can’t drink. What are we doing here?” Hugo turned around, a playful smirk on his face. “Who said anything about drinking?” Evalina rolled her eyes. ‘What’s the point of coming to a bar if you’re not gonna drink?‘ she … Read more
Chapter 49 Hugo hadn’t had a home–cooked meal in a while. They had chefs, but their stuff wasn’t the same as Evalina’s. He kept telling himself it was just about getting used to new flavors. But seeing Evalina smiling at him, he felt a weird urge to give in. Evalina didn’t waste any time, heading … Read more
Chapter 48 Hugo admitted to himself that Evalina had really gotten him riled up. Not a great place to be Hey, Hugo, simmer down, Jasper said, clapping him on the back. “Evalina’s all bluster. She’s just a secretary now, scraping by. It shows how rough she’s got it.” Hugo’s face was still redder than a … Read more
Chapter 47 Evalina then realized that would be too much for Walden. She forced a laugh. “Walden, I’m so sorry. I totally messed up there, but don’t sweat it. I’ve got a backup plan. Walden shook his head, still processing. You… you said he was all up in your face in the meeting room. What … Read more
Chapter 46 Olive watched Hugo bustling around the kitchen and let out a breath she didn’t know she was holding Hugo wasn’t one for doting, but he did it for her. The baby bump kept them at arm’s length for now, but Olive was itching to find a way to bridge that gap The baby … Read more
Chapter 13 Chapter 45 As Hugo entered Olive’s ro room, a gentle fragrance greeted him. “You made it,” Olive said, her long robe hinting at her figure. He pulled her close, concern etched on his face. “You feeling sick, no? Why so dressed down?” Clive felt a twinge of frustration. Her allure usually had men … Read more
Chapter 44 “Hugo, what’s the deal outside? Why’s everyone talking about you-“Jasper’s voice came in, and he barged into the office, but it was too late On the long table, Hugo had Evalina’s hands pinned above her head, his moves dominant. Jasper paused and then hurried to open the door. “Oops, my bad I didn’t … Read more
Chapter 43 Evalia took a deep breath as Hugo approached. Before he could say a word, she jumped in, “Check out your receptionist. Couldn’t even recognize their own boss’s wife. Hugo, what’s up with your hiring process?” The receptionist’s face went pale. This isn’t the Mrs. Hayes from the news. Wha’s going on? she wondered. … Read more
Chapter 42 Evalina got ready and rushed to Hugo’s office building She’d been married to Hugo for a while, but she hardly ever visited him here. The receptionist stopped her. “Got an appointment?” she asked. Tm Mrs. Hayes, Hugo’s wife. Do I need an appointment to see my own husband!” Evalina questioned. The receptionist sneered, … Read more
Chapter 41 Evalina glanced at the glass of bourbon, knowing she shouldn’t touch it. “Mr. Hayes, she said, trying to keep her cool, “you’re a major player in the business world. Why hassle a lowly secretary like me?” Hugo wondered with anger. Isn’t that kind of a burn, calling me shameless?” Actually, he was right. … Read more