Chapter 28
Missing Mrs. Lowry: The Billionaire’s Wakeup Call
Chapter 28
Blancaâs eyes betrayed an unmistakable adoration. Back in collage, she had a crush on Sullivan. But her affection was insignificant among the throngs of elite heiresses.
Sullivan sat down opposite her
Bianca offered a slight smile, adopting her professional demeanor, âNow that Megan has returned, sheâll be taking over these matters. Mr. Lowry, do I still need to keep track of Meganâs living expenses and jewelry purchases?â
Sullivan brised at her words.
Meganâs reasons for wanting a divorce echoed in his head the same trivial matters.
Seeing his silence, Bianca took the initiative. âDonât worry, Mr. Lowry. Il manage everything smoothlyâ
Sullivan watched her quietly. He was a man of keen perception, always aware of which women fancied him or had designs on him. He never minded before because it never interfered with his life.
But now, Bianca was overstepping.
After a halfâminute of contemplation, Sullivan spoke in an even tone, âNext month, youâre relocating to our Canadian branch. Your position and salary will remain unchanged.â
Bianca was stunned. After a moment, she forced a rigid smile. âMr. Lowry, I have a boyfriend now!â
Sullivan remained silent.
Bianca clenched her teeth. âNext month, Mr. Lowry, youâll receive my wedding invitation!â
This time, Sullivan lazily rose to his feet. âIâll look forward to your good news then.â
Bianca trembled all over, fully aware that Sullivan had seen through her feelings. He would not allow her to harbor such feelings for him. She couldnât help but ask, âMr Lowry, is it because of Megan?â
Sullivan paused in his tracks. After a moment, his voice carried a stern edge as he said, âNo! Itâs because youâve crossed the line.â
What he needed was a competent secretary, not a flirtatious siren. Bianca seemed to have never understood that.
Megan had been in and out of consciousness for most of the day, waking up as dusk was settling in.
The bedroom was dim, lit only by the soft light filtering through the curtains.
She sat up, feeling weak, and noticed the ivory silk nightgown she was wearing. It must have been Sullivan who changed her into it⦠The memories of the drunken night flooded back.
In the car, he played with her body.
He carried her upstairs and, in his impatience, didnât even wait to reach the bedroom to slide off her stockings. Her legs were wrapped around his waist. The belt buckle was uncomfortable, and in her hazy state, she had reached for itâ¦
Megan covered her face with her hands. She didnât want to remember and even less to face it.
At the bedroom door, Sullivan stood silently watching her. He had been in a twoâhour video conference earlier, so he was dressed in formal attire, a crisp white shirt and black trousers, the picture of sophistication.
After the meeting, he found Megan awake and lost in thought
Guessing what she might be contemplating, Sullivan spoke flatly, âNothing happened! Drunk as you were, what could have happened?â
Megan was a woman, and her body told her that Sullivan wasnât lying.
During the silent standoff, a servant brought up some nourishing soup. The servant was savvy, sensing the tension and flashing a placating smile. âMaâam, youâve been ill, and sir has been so worried! He ordered us this morning to prepare something warming for you. A fish soup â nothing better. You should wash up and have some while itâs hot. Itâll make you feel betterâ
In front of the servant, Megan couldnât lose face.
Sullivan had her figured out, taking the tray from the servant. âYou can leave us!â
The servant scured away
Sullivan closed the door, placed the tray on the small round table in the bedroom, and then looked at Megan, âArenât you getting up? Or do you expect me to feed you?â
His tone was harsh; he was still folding a grudge over her drunken confessions from the night before.
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