Chapter 26
Trapped in Love
Chapter 26 You Look Like a Clown
Paige turned around, glaring at Daniella. âWhat did you say? You better watch your tongue!â
Daniella responded to Paigeâs glare with a disdainful glance, not taking her seriously at all.
She then walked over to Caroline while smiling sweetly and said, âEvan couldnât stand that I was
living in a shabby place before this, so he bought me a house. Iâm certain that he and I will
become a couple soon.â
Caroline chuckled and retorted, âSo, you two arenât a couple yet, huh?â
âPfftâ¦â Daniellaâs smile froze as Paige burst into laughter.
âWeâll become a couple soon enough. In any case, Iâm still getting much better treatment than you.
âDaniella mocked Caroline.
âHmm, he bought me a house too,â Caroline replied indifferently before turning away and opening the
door.
Confusion replaced the smile on Daniellaâs face. Meanwhile, Paige couldnât contain her laughter. She
patted Daniellaâs shoulders and clicking her tongue. âStop making a fool of yourself. You look like a
clown.â
As Daniella watched Caroline and Paige enter their room, a sense of ruthlessness filled her eyes. once
again. She had gone to great lengths to secure a house, yet Caroline, a mistress, effortlessly obtained
one.
Gnashing her teeth, Daniella walked into her own room and took out her phone to make a call. âHi, I
need your helpâ¦â
In Carolineâs room, Paige wasted no time in criticizing Daniellaâs behavior as soon as she sat down.
Caroline, feeling quite sleepy, listened while Paige remained energized.
âSo, Carol, whatâs the deal between you and Evan now?â Paige asked eagerly.
Caroline rubbed her eyes. âItâs still the same.â
Paige probed further, âWhat? Hasnât he found his longâlost love? Why isnât he willing to let you go?â
Caroline shook her head in response, unsure of the answer herself.
Narrowing her eyes, Paige leaned closer to Caroline. âIs Mr. Jordan in love with you?â
Caroline immediately retorted, âThatâs out of the question. He has cherished his first love for over ten
years. He wonât fall for me.â
Paige elaborated, âThatâs not certain. Menâs actions often reveal their true feelings. Hasnât he ever
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Caroline stated, âNo, he wonât discuss it.â
Paige was left speechless, unsure of how to respond.
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Caroline received a call from Reuben the next morning just as she had woken up. He informed her to
be downstairs in ten minutes. Pushing the blanket aside, she quickly freshened up before heading
downstairs.
Evan was already seated in the lobby waiting for her.
The morning sunlight illuminated him through the French window, creating a halo of light around him.
He appeared noble and untouchable.
Caroline walked up to him, maintaining her usual calm tone. âMr. Jordan.â
He didnât even glance up at her, coldly responding. âLetâs go.â
Although Caroline was unsure of the reason for their trip to Florencia City, she didnât question it. She
obediently entered the car with him, and he handed her a stack of documents.
âTake a look at this,â he instructed.
Caroline accepted the documents and quickly skimmed through them. A frown formed on her forehead.
âThe profits stated in this contract donât match the amount reported to the headquarters,
Her expression turned solemn as she read further. âThey altered the profits. Iâm certain it was your
relatives who had the audacity to do this right under your nose.â
Admiration flickered in Evanâs eyes. âYouâre sharp,
Caroline hadnât expected her guess to be so accurate. She was still unclear about Evanâs family
dynamics and his background. She knew the Jordan family wielded significant power and influence not
only in Angelbay City but throughout the entire Eurossian market.
In the next moment, she looked up at Evan and asked with doubt, âSo, did you come here to change
the staff?â
Evan snorted and replied, âDo you think I came here for fun?â
Caroline fell silent. It seemed that he had brought her along to confront his relatives and make a
statement.
Half an hour later, they arrived at the subsidiary company.
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As they stepped out of the car, Caroline noticed a nervous young man and Stefan Jamison, the deputy
manager, standing at the companyâs entrance.
When they spotted Evanâs arrival, they quickly approached him.
The young man spoke subserviently, âUncle Evan,
Evan nodded but didnât spare him a glance as he entered the company building with a cold
expression.
Caroline walked alongside Evan, stealing a sideways glance at the young man who bore a slight
resemblance to Evan.
She had read about him during their journeyâthis young man was Mark Jordan, the son of Evanâs
brother. He was known for his recklessness and had a reputation for harassing the female secretaries
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If it werenât for Stefanâs hard work in supporting the company, it might have already shut down.
Once they reached the presidentâs office, Caroline excused herself and headed toward the secretaryâs
department. However, as she approached the door, she overheard hushed gossip
âDid Caroline become the principal secretary just because of her looks?â
âNo, itâs more than that. I heard sheâs having an affair with Mr. Jordan!â
âOf course, sheâs not capable enough. She must have used her body to secure that position. We
donât have to worry about her.â
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