Chapter 75

Chapter 75:

“I had every intention of staying at your company, but your actions have left me utterly disappointed.” Lukas spoke, his voice chilling with a sharp edge. “I’m not going back now!”

He swept past Jenna in silence, not sparing another word. Taking a deep breath, Jenna glared at his retreating figure, her anger ignited. “Fine! You and Madisyn just wait and see!”

The national dance finals were drawing closer, and Jenna knew it was her chance to meet Lynda. It was the perfect opportunity to finally ask why the Johns family had stopped cooperating with them.

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Once the issue was settled, the Chapman and Johns families would likely rekindle their partnership, and then the Chapman family would soar to new heights. Everyone in Gemond would be scrambling to earn their favor. A smile tugged at Jenna’s lips as the thought crossed her mind, and she began practicing her dance routine the moment she got home.

One day, Madisyn was taking a break at the company when her phone buzzed with a message from Waylon.

“Madisyn, my shoot’s done! I heard you’ve been missing me, so I’m on my way over to see you right now!”

Madisyn quickly responded, “Great, I’ll be waiting for you at the office!”

Waylon grinned as he read the message. He hurriedly made his way to Natural Beauty.

“Dane has gone too far, keeping you chained to this small company. You’ve even lost weight!” The moment he walked in, he drew Madisyn into a warm embrace, his eyes filled with worry as he took in her appearance.

Madisyn parted her lips to reply but paused, caught in a moment of hesitation.

“What’s the matter? Are you worried Dane might find out? Don’t be—he won’t. Just tell me, has he been taking good care of you?” Waylon asked, observing her hesitation.

“Waylon…” Before Madisyn could respond, a voice cut through from behind him, cold and unmistakable.

Waylon froze, his heart sinking, as he slowly turned to face the source of the chilling voice. There, perched elegantly on the sofa, was Dane, smiling in a way that was anything but reassuring.

Waylon greeted, “Dane.”

“It seems you’ve been talking about me behind my back,” Dane said slowly. His tone was as sharp as a blade against Waylon’s throat.

Waylon forced a nervous laugh, his anxiety barely concealed. “Dane, no way! You know I love you the most…”

Madisyn had to stifle a laugh, taken aback by how the two brothers interacted with each other.

Dane snorted. “Don’t let me catch you saying that again.”

“Of course, of course!” Waylon nodded vigorously.

After a brief visit, Dane departed for the headquarters. Waylon sighed in relief and turned back to Madisyn. “See what I mean? Dane’s always so intense. He didn’t give you a hard time while I was away, did he?”

“Dane’s been quite nice to me.” Madisyn’s eyes sparkled when she saw Waylon. “Waylon, you’re finally back!”

Waylon hadn’t anticipated such a heartfelt welcome, and his heart swelled with both happiness and a hint of guilt.

“I’ll try to work less from now on. I’ll be staying home with you more!”

“Waylon, how about we go to Andrew’s house for dinner tonight?” Madisyn asked, her eyes brimming with hopeful anticipation.

“What… What?” Waylon stammered, clearly taken aback. It didn’t take him long to piece everything together.

So, she wanted him home simply to enjoy a delicious meal at Andrew’s house? Waylon nearly choked on his own disbelief.

He’d been so thrilled, thinking she had missed him!

Yet, since it was what Madisyn wanted, Waylon couldn’t refuse. That evening, he took her to Andrew’s house.

On the way, Waylon’s phone buzzed.

“Where are you taking Madisyn?” Dane’s icy voice demanded from the other end of the line.

“We’re heading to Andrew’s for dinner!” Waylon replied.

“Andrew?” Dane’s voice grew sharper. “You fool, can’t you see Andrew’s got a thing for Madisyn?”

Waylon blinked in confusion. “You’re overthinking it. When did Andrew ever show interest in women? He’s just looking out for her because of me.”

Dane fell silent for a moment, his frustration evident. He couldn’t believe Waylon had never noticed!

“Wake up, Waylon! Don’t let Andrew get too close to Madisyn!”

Without another word, Dane ended the call, leaving Waylon bewildered. He thought Dane was being overly worried.

Andrew had no interest in women!

Andrew was a high-status figure in Gemond, owning a lavish villa worth hundreds of millions. Just as he had said, the chef in his house was Michelin 3-star caliber. The exquisite dishes on the table were a testament to their skill.

It had been a while since Waylon had seen Andrew, so he chatted eagerly, catching up on old times. Meanwhile, Andrew quietly served food to Madisyn, gently advising her to savor every bite.

“Your chef is incredible,” Madisyn said with genuine appreciation.

“If you enjoy it, you’re welcome anytime,” Andrew replied with a warm, almost affectionate smile.

Madisyn didn’t notice the look on Andrew’s face, but Waylon caught it.

Dane’s warning echoed in his mind. Damn it! Could Dane have been right? Was Andrew really interested in Madisyn? He wondered.

The moment Madisyn slipped away to the restroom, Waylon leaned in and asked Andrew point-blank, “Do you like Madisyn?”

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