Chapter 111: Chapter 111

Chapter 111

Just as Letitia was putting the finishing touches on a design draft, right before clocking out, a commotion at the door grabbed her

attention.

She looked up to see Elgin strolling in, surrounded by a crowd of people

Why on earth was he dropping by the Jewelry Department?

Remembering his exchanges with Shela all that talk about maybe he had feelings for her…

It gave Letitia’s heart an unexpected jolt of speed

She’d never tried to seduce, she’d rather keep her distance if anything.

So why did he seem to give a damn, even just a little? Was it just a guy thing, a primal instinct?

Letitia shifted her gaze away and got back to her grind, but…

Letitia Elgin called out her name directly

When your boss singles you out, can you really play deaf?

Under the curious and knowing gazes of her colleagues, Letitia stood up. Mr. Ramirez.”

“Come here”

What the heck? What’s Elgin up to, looking to stir the pot with more gossip?

“Mr. Ramirez, I’ve still got work to finish.”

“Workday’s over, do it tomorrow

“But

Elgin had already turned, and the crowd parted for him as if by magic

With everyone watching. Letitia couldn’t say no and followed him out of the office.

Once in the car, she couldn’t help but ask, “Elgin, what’s this all about?”

“Taking you home.”

“I’ve got legs, I can walk on my own.”

He flicked the dust off his cuff, “Tonight, you’re needed at the Ramirez Mansion.”

“Oh. Letitia responded, “You could’ve just texted me, or had Ranen give me a heads up

“What, you got a problem with me coming to find you at the Jewelry Department?”

“Haven’t you heard the gossip flying around the office about us?”

Elgin raised an eyebrow, No Because no one dares gossip in front of me”

Letitia was at a loss for words, “Well, let me fill you in then, there’s talk that you’re keeping me as your sugar baby”

Elgin pondered for a few seconds. “It’s not entirely wrong.

Letitia looked at him with a shocked expression

“You eat my food, wear what I provide, live under my roof, Elgin replied. “I am indeed keeping you.”

‘I’m your wife! The one you mamed! We’re legally hitched! It’s your secret marriage that’s sparking rumors!”

Letitia was livid. She was perfectly capable of being self-sufficient, a modern independent woman! It was Elgin who clipped her wings. not letting her soar, and now he had the nerve to say he was supporting her? That’s a laugh!

Elgin watched her get all ruffled with a calm face. After a moment, he simply uttered, “Oh.”

Letitia was on the verge of blowing her top, turning her head to stare out the car window, ignoring him.

The car pulled into the Ramirez Mansion.

Howley greeted her with a beaming smile, “How are you feeling these days? You need to take good care of yourself. It hasn’t been long. but I already can’t wait.”

All is well, Grandpa”

‘Good, if you need anything, let me know. Can’t neglect my great-grandchild, now can we?”

Elgin sat there with a blank face, legs crossed.

Elgin Howley looked at him. “The people i had arranged at Ivory Towers, you sent them packing. We haven’t settled that account yer.

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“Ivory Towers isn’t short-staffed, Grandpa, you didn’t need to do that.”

Only then did Letitia catch on.

No wonder Elgin was able to move Shela in, and even with the big fall, Hawley hadn’t shown up. He was totally out of the loop, his informants had been pulled out

Hawley continued, “I’m just looking out for you.”

Thanks for the concem, Grandpa.”

“You… Alright, singht, for the sake of my great-grandchild, I’ll let it slide.”

Hawley turned back to Letitia with a warm smile, inquiring about her well-being.

Phedra sat beside, her face a mix of reluctance and obligation, glancing at Letitia’s stomach now and then.

As Hawley kept fussing over Letitia, Phedra couldn’t hold back, “Alnght, father, the butler at Ivory Towers can surely take good care of Letitia You don’t need to worry, let’s focus on the important matters.”

“What are you on about? My great-grandchild isn’t important? This is the Ramirez family’s most important thing this year!”

“I didn’t mean it like that.”

Today’s family dinner was crucial for Phedra’s son’s future!

“I know, I’m not senile yet. Hawley said leisurely as he stood up. “Elgin, come to my study.”

Elgin didn’t budge

He probably guessed what was coming. Grandpa wants to talk about my half-brother returning to the country and his next steps, right?” “That’s right. Your brother’s coming back soon, we need to plan his future carefully.”

“Theres only room for one tiger on a mountain, you know that better than I do, Grandpa.”

“He’s still your brother Hawley headed to the study, “Follow me”

Phedra, all smiles, urged, “Come on, Elgin, go ahead, I’ll keep Letitia company, don’t worry.”

Elgin glanced at Letitia, “Stay put.”

“Where would I go?

As soon as Elgin and Hawley left, Phedra’s smile dropped.

“How times change,” she huffed. “Now you’re the star in the Ramirez family, I have to suck up to you.

Letitia sipped her tea quietly, not taking the bait. She hadn’t forgotten Phedra’s last stunt, dragging her to the hospital for a paternity test. Thankfully, Vidonia had swiped the test tube, foiling the plan.

Phedra surely hadn’t succeeded with the test.

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What puzzled Letitia was Phedra’s reaction she didn’t come after her.

There was no angry confrontation, no gloating announcements about the baby not being Elgin’s

What was going on? Had Phedra suddenly lost her tongue?

Seeing Letitia acting all high and mighty, Phedra couldn’t help but get ticked off, “Ha! You think you can strul around in front of me? Just you wait until my son comes home, the Ramirez family’s scene is gonna flip on its head!”

The mention of the Ramirez family’s second young master sparked something in Letitia.

Walden was trying to get close to him!

Letitia cracked a smile and deliberately brought him up in the conversation.

“Speaking of which, I haven’t had the chance of meeting the Ramirez family’s second young master yet.”

“My son is the cream of the crop, even more handsome than Elgin!” Phedra beamed with pride. “He’s got the Ramirez blood running through his veins, shares in the Ramirez Group, holds a piece of the Ramirez family fortune!”

“Of course, he’s your rock in the Ramirez family. When’s the young master planning to come back home? I’d love to get a good look at

Phedra answered, “Any day now. He’s definitely gonna join the Ramirez Group when he’s back, and give Elgin a run for his money…. Anyway, he’s part of the Ramirez family, and Elgin can’t keep shoving him to the side forever!”

Lebba nodded, “Mmm, I’m really looking forward to the second young master returning home.”