Chapter 174
Mr. Harley can trust you?â Cornelia didnât know what Skyler Blue had been through only that if Zavier got his hands on her theid probably not survive
Marcus raised his hand and gently ruffled her hair answering with certainty. âAbsolutely
Since he said so she decided to trust him âSkyler Blue took off without her phone. Iâm worried sick about her Can you arrange for someone to tall her and discreetly escort her to the pover she wants to go, without Zavin finding out?â
Cornelia knew this was requiring too much and would waste a ton of time and resources
But Marcus was the only one with enough clout to go head to head with Zavier and help Skyler escape his clutches
âDonât worry whatever it costs. I pay for in âBefore Cornelia could finish her sentence, Marcus dialed a number. Have someone follow Skyler Blue and help her get to when she wants to go Make sure Zavierâs people donât find out
With Marcus word Cornelia instanth felt relieved. âMr Hartley, thank you!â
He gently patted her shoulder, saying softly. âCornelia, no need to thank me Whatever you need, just let me know if itâs within my power. I do my best to make it happen
His words brought back all the worries she thought shed brushed off. Not wanting to dwell on it, she decided to lay it out straight. Mr. Hartley itâs just us here Your wife canât hear un You
can stop the actâ
Marcus raised an eyebrow. âOh7â
Cornelia went on. 7m sorry, I misunderstood your intentions today. I thought you were hitting on me. It was only after a friend helped me analyze that I realized you were using me to get a rise out of your wife. Mr. Hartley, my marriage is a mess too, but I want to give you some advice Are you willing to hear it?â
Marcus was all ears, âGo aheadâ
Cornelia said âbelieve sincerity and communication are crucial in a marriage if you love your wife, you should communicate properly with her. Using another woman to provoke har in my opinion, is not a smart moveâ
Marcus replied. âI didnât use you to provoke anyone. Every word I said to you was genuineâ
Cornelia asked. âSo you really want to.â
wasnât trying to hit on you âHe wasnât trying to hit on her, he was trying to pursue her. As a husband, he should help his wife carry her burdens.
Thats a relief Cornelia patted her chest, repeating thatâs a reliefâ a few times. Then she said, âSince you donât have any other intentions towards me, please refrain from saying things that could be misunderstood. Itâs not fair to your wife.â
She was such an innocent girl in her personal life, always speaking her mind, not beating around the bush. It was a stark contrast to her serious and meticulous work persona Marcus was glad to see her good qualities, glad that his wife was her. âMy wife is the best girl in the world. Marrying her is my good fortune. Iâll never let her down in this lifetime. Same goes for you. Focus on your work and stop overthinkingâ
âOkayâ
âDonât worry about Skyler Blue Iâll keep you updated.â
âThank you Mr Hartley!â
âGo get some rest. Iâm heading downstairs.â With that, he turned and left.
As he stepped outside, Ayden was standing at the door. âMr. Hartley, weâve got people in place for the Skyler Blue situation.â
Marcus nodded, âMake sure sheâs safe. Zavier canât find out where she is.â
âYesâAyden took the order but didnât leave right away.
Marcus Anything else?
Ayden knew better than to overstep, but he couldnât help but ask, âPresident Hartley, is there something wrong with Cornelia? Why do you take a fancy to your friendâs wife?â
Marcus gave him a look, âWhat are you thinking?â
Ayden was speechless.