Chapter 323: Chapter 323

Chapter 323 On the other end of the call, Curtis chuckled. “We’ve only been apart for a short while, yet you’ve already. stopped addressing me as casually?”

“No. I think it’s more suitable to call you a jerk!”

“I’m calling you to check on your cold. It sounds like you’re recovering well. Your hyponasal voice is gone.” Curtis‘ voice was deep and slightly hoarse. “I’m missing you a little.”

Rayna blushed to the tip of her ears and snorted. “There are so many busty ladies in the clubs at Saintnam. Aren’t you indulging yourself in the sight of those pretty ladies when you go in there to discuss business with others? I’m surprised you still remember me.”

“We didn’t go to a club. Our discussion took place at Histon Hotel. Just over ten of us and two female translators,” he explained solemnly before laughing quietly. “Are you mad at me for not bringing you with me?”

“I didn’t say that. I’m enjoying the time of my life at home.”

“It’s not chilly here, but the air is humid because it’s the rainy season, so the weather here can easily worsen your cold. I’ll bring you here on vacation when we’re free next time.”

Rayna questioned him warily, “Did you do anything wrong, jerk? Why else are you so concerned about me all of a sudden? This is so unlike you.”

Curtis felt helpless. “You’re my wife. Shouldn’t I care for you?”

“I haven’t married you yet!”

“You’ve already accepted the betrothal gift, so how is that any different?”

Unable to win him during an argument, she rolled on her bed a couple of times before deciding to skip over that topic. “When are you coming back?”

“Next Tuesday.”

The return date was two days earlier than the one week Gabriel had informed her.

She grunted in response while fiddling with her hair. “Let Jessie stay for a few more days. Mr. Lopez’s funeral just passed, and Lopez Group is in a mess now. Wyatt needs to be there to take charge. He’ll be exhausted and requires someone to stay by his side and comfort him. Besides, if you suddenly send Jessie abroad, that will raise Wyatt’s suspicion too.”

Instead of assenting, Curtis merely said, “Jeremy is back, right? He can be there to support Wyatt.”

“How is that the same?” Rayna raised her tone, planning to talk some sense into him. “If you’re upset, who would you prefer to have by your side? Me, Theodore, or Jeremy?”

Curtis was stumped.

Despite his silence, she knew what would be his choice. She snorted and chirped, “See? If even you prefer to have me around, Wyatt must feel this way too. You can let Jessie leave after Lopez Group stabilizes. Besides, she won’t hurt Wyatt, so why can’t you be more lenient?”

He sighed. “Mrs. Faymon, you’re too eloquent. Fine. I’ll let them break up in peace after the state of affairs at Lopez Group becomes stable. Will that suffice?”

Rayna giggled. “Look at that. Isn’t it great when you do some good deeds occasionally? Don’t you feel happy now?”

“What’s there to be happy about when I’m currently staying in a foreign country?” His voice turned a few notes Chapter 323 deeper as he spoke. “How I wish I could ditch all my work here and return to your side to embrace you now.”

Face flushing crimson, Rayna pouted. “Quit flirting with girls like a womanizer and go to sleep. By the way, can you survey if there’s any fun present you can buy for your nephew? I’ve been swamped handling Mr. Lopez’s funeral lately and haven’t visited Carl. Let’s meet with him when you’re back.”

Curtis asked, “Has Jasmine informed Theodore?”

“I think so,” she guessed. “They reconciled when we went on a holiday at Jetroina. I don’t suppose Jasmine will prank Theodore and keep him in the dark regarding Carl’s identity.”

“We can’t be sure. If Theodore knows he has a son, he won’t remain so unexcited. Perhaps he will want to be with his son at all times.”

Rayna agreed with him after contemplating briefly. “I’ll ask Jasmine again regarding this.”

“Mrs. Faymon.”

“What’s the matter?”

Curtis sighed and uttered in slight resignation, “I’m not getting any younger.”

She fathomed the message he was implying. Her ears, sticking to the phone, flushed instantaneously, and her palms turned sweaty. “Let’s talk about this when you’re back. I’m very sleepy, so I’ll hang up now.”

With that, she hastily ended the call.

She lay on the bed, mulling over Curtis‘ words. Her heart continued to palpitate, and her cheeks remained feverish. He mentioned that in Japan too.

Rayna knew he wasn’t getting any younger. Besides, she was quite fond of children. At that stage in their relationship, everything was in place now. She wouldn’t refuse if he wanted to have a child with her.

Rayna caressed her flat tummy through her pajamas, recalling if they used contraception the last time they did it at the resort.

Then, she realized she didn’t have much recollection because Curtis had prepared all those things. This is so embarrassing!

She rolled over and saw the crystal palace on the floor shining brightly inside the dark room.

That was the first gift Curtis had given her.

At the thought of that man, Rayna pursed her lips and smiled while muttering, “We’ll try to conceive a child once he’s back.”

After remaining home for two days, Rayna had almost recuperated from her cold.

Because of Lopez Group’s predicament, Jessica had been staying at Wyatt’s place for the past few days. Instead, Gabriel had been visiting her persistently every morning, exhibiting an earnest attitude at work.

Rayna relayed Curtis‘ message to Gabriel and used a folder to smack the latter. “Have you bore that in your mind? Don’t go harassing Jessie during this period. Isn’t it more enjoyable to walk your dog when you’re free?”

The assistant replied with a sullen face, “Mr. Faymon is doing all the good deeds while I’m tasked with all the unpleasant responsibilities. Am I here to shoulder all the blames? It’s not as if I have a lot of free time, constantly yearning to send Ms.

Marsh abroad” I’m just following Mr. Faymon’s orders!

While she peeled off pistachio shells and chewed on the nuts, Rayna gossiped, “How are things progressing with your schoolmate?”

N Chapter 323 “Quite well. We went to have a meal together last night.” Gabriel was immediately invigorated. “I selected the restaurant according to her preference and even bought her a bouquet of hyacinth.”

“That’s great.” She glanced at him and complimented, “Not bad. Your actions aren’t too aggressive or distasteful. I thought you would buy her red roses.”

He scratched his nose. “I ordered a bouquet of ninety–nine red roses initially. Then, I saw a picture of her holding a stalk of hyacinth in a flower garden on her Instagram, so I guessed she likes hyacinths and quickly amended my order.”

Rayna didn’t respond.

“Last night, when I sent her home, she told me the food was nice and asked me if I was still thinking of her.”

She uttered firmly, “She agreed to your dinner invitation, accepted your flowers, and even let you send her home. Not to mention, she also said those words to you. That means she still remembers you. How did you answer her?”

A sad and helpless look spread across Gabriel’s face. “I wanted to tell her yes and asked her if she was free. Unexpectedly, her phone rang at that moment. After that, she bid me farewell and returned to her condominium.”

Rayna had the urge to laugh yet didn’t dare to do so.

In the end, she patted his shoulder, “It’s fine. Maybe her parents contacted her. Believe me. She must be interested in you. You can try asking her out again next time.”

As she spoke, Rayna removed the coat and scarf from the rack and put them on. “I’m going to visit my mom. You can go back to the office and stay there. If Curtis calls, come up with something to reply to him.”

Gabriel was caught in a tight spot. “Mrs. Faymon, I don’t think that’s appropriate. Mr. Faymon is so perceptive. I’m afraid-”

“He may be smart, but you’re not a fool either.” Rayna pushed him out of the room and locked the door behind her. “That’s enough. I’ll bring you two bottles of my mom’s home–brewed wine.”

Gabriel’s determination wavered.

He had tasted the wine Linda brewed, and it was superb.

In the end, he conceded and followed Rayna out of the condominium. “Can I request a set of grilled pork as well?”

“Get lost.”

Gabriel fell silent for a while before taking out his phone and approaching her again. He uttered excitedly, “My girlfriend is gorgeous. I’ll show you her picture, and you can help me see if we make a great couple.”

Rayna’s face darkened.

Why do I feel like Mr. Tylinski has become a love–struck fool after reuniting with his first love? The old Mr. Tylinski was more likable.

Rayna arrived at Linda’s shop at around eleven.