Chapter 266: Chapter 268

Chapter 268 “I know you’re busy with work, but getting married is just as important. You have to put in more effort.”

McKenzie pursed her lips, and after a while, she nodded unwillingly. “Alright then.”

Susan then turned to the maids and remarked, “Did you hear that? Miss Houston is your future mistress in this house, so do treat her with respect.”

“Yes, Madam.” Too afraid to even breathe aloud, all the maids lowered their heads.

McKenzie glanced at the direction Anthony disappeared into, and a flash of determination appeared in her eyes.

Meanwhile...

After she left the Bailey mansion, Charmine rode her motorbike back to Violet Villa. Perhaps she had stayed at the Bailey mansion for a little too long as she was not used to her ice-cold and empty villa. Perhaps she would have to get used to that, however. There could be a chance that after she told Anthony the truth, he would not permit a woman like her to stay by Chris.

Perhaps she truly would leave in two months when the contract ended...

Charmine massaged her brows and forced herself to regain composure so she could clean her villa she had not visited for so long.

It was then when her phone rang loudly. Charmine glanced at the caller ID and answered as she heard Kay speaking from the phone:

“Boss Jordan, Anthony’s men searched up for your background overnight, but we’ve settled them. The people above us are aware of this, hoping that you can reco Anthony as soon as possible.”

Charmine remained unperturbed. “Don’t worry, I know what to do.”

“But the two senior men said that they have plans for your marriage. It’s not about knowing what to do, but rather, it’s about leaving Anthony as soon as possible,” reminded Kay.

Charmine scoffed at the idea and snapped, “Did they fail their research and development project again? Are they still wanting me to get engaged to that person from the States?”

“Well, Boss Jordan, you guessed it...” Kay let out a dry laugh before he continued with a more serious tone, “It’s not entirely true;

they only want the best for you. Also, William Peterson is a nice guy. Not only is he young and successful, but he’s gentle and sweet too. Most importantly, he knows about your past yet is a hundred percent okay with it and is willing to take care of you for the rest of your life.”

Charmine made herself a cup of coffee and said calmly, “Alright, ask them to cut it already. What year is it now? There’s no such thing as pre-arranged marriage anymore.

“If they really can’t develop anything, just wait for me to fix it when I’m back. Don’t have to sell me to the man. If there’s nothing else, I’m hanging up.”

Charmine was more than ready to hang up, all out of patience.

Kay quickly intervened, “Boss Jordan, wait! One more thing! So Tiffany made Oliver keep the secret for her, and she even went to see Julian last night. They slept together again!”

Charmine frowned, though after a moment of thought, she understood Tiffany’s plan right away. “Keep an eye on her,” ordered Charmine calmly, “but don’t do anything unless I give the green card.”

“Understood. Oh yes, Boss Jordan, I’ve sent you William Peterson’s photos to your Whatsapp, so remember to open them!” Kay spoke boldly before he quickly hung up in fear of being sacked from his job.

Charmine saw the notifications of Whatsapp but she merely tossed her phone aside unbothered to even open the app. She stood by the window and looked out to the forest with a thoughtful gaze.

She first met William three years ago. Back then, they were in charge of a research project, William was the prince in every woman’s heart. He was extremely gentle; he took good care of her and worked well with her. Since then, William had been staying close with her higher-ups and tried to find out more about her.

Charmine knew that William really liked her, so she asked the two seniors to tell him about the five-years-ago incident. She thought William would give up, yet he still waited for her even after three years...

Charmine had no idea why it was so, but she found herself unperturbed to tell William about her past, but it was too difficult to even start with Anthony. Would Anthony, once he found out about her past, accept her like William did?