Chapter 310

Chapter 310 Innocent Flower in Public, Serpent Behind Closed Doors

Gabriel disregarded her displeasure, for in his eyes, Chloe was indeed a commodity. Her pure allure,

combined with her good figure, made her unique in the eyes of a man like him, who

was gifted with exceptional talents and had encountered a multitude of beautiful women throughout his

life.

This encounter held the promise of surpassing his previous experiences, including those with Xavia.

Joseph descended the stairs, fresh from his shower. The partially open bathrobe around him revealed

water droplets sliding down his chiseled physique. His composed and distant countenance exuded a

lingering satisfaction, arousing endless reverie.

Witnessing this, Gabriel swiftly grasped the situation and smiled, remarking, “Indulging in a lavish feast,

I see?” He added to his subtle implication with a deliberate glance in Chloe’s direction.

Chloe averted her gaze, unwilling to confront such a look, and promptly retreated to the kitchen.

Joseph raised an eyebrow, neither confirming nor denying, and simply asked, “Just arrived?”

“I arrived yesterday. I was bombarded by several developers who kept me occupied all day.”

Joseph gestured toward the sofa with a subtle lift of his chin. “Sit.”

Gabriel settled into the seat with an air of great swagger and touched his face, asking, “So, what’s

going on between you and Xavia?”

“An accident.”

“Just an accident?”

“What else could it be?”

“Haha, not bad,” Gabriel responded with a hint of significance. “That woman is exactly as your

grandfather described-unfit to step foot into the Whitman family.”

Acting like an innocent flower in public but truly a serpent behind closed doors. Donning a mask of

innocence would never erase one’s sins.

The night Gabriel and Xavia engaged in a one-night stand, she had not gotten to know Joseph yet.

Later, she became a famous violinist, meticulously cleaning up her past and skillfully concealing her

secrets.

Regrettably, Mr. Harold was not one to accept such promiscuity. He was well aware of that fateful night

with Gabriel, and armed with that knowledge, Xavia chose to vanish, consumed by the fear of her

meticulously hidden truth being exposed.

Joseph possessed a haughty disposition, and given the strained relationship he had with his family at

the time, even if the truth were laid bare before him, he might not have believed it. Furthermore, this

revelation would undoubtedly have some impact on him, prompting both Gabriel and Harold to opt for

secrecy. However, to their astonishment, the matter unexpectedly resurfaced five years later. How

audacious.

Joseph’s brow furrowed slightly. “Watch your words. She has leukemia.”

Gabriel hesitated briefly, then let out a laugh that echoed with the arrogance of a playboy.” Well, that’s

rather pitiful.”

As the food was served on the table, Gabriel showed no intention of leaving. He extended his hand and

calmly requested utensils from Chloe, remarking, “You won’t give them to me unless I ask, huh?”

Chloe rolled her eyes and returned to the kitchen to fetch another pair for him.

Joseph said in a detached tone, “Consider this meal a welcome banquet for you. Finish quickly and

buzz off.”

Gabriel responded, “…We just met, and you already want to kick me out?”

“We didn’t buy enough ingredients. It’s not enough for three people.”

“I’ll just take a couple of bites. I’m not really hungry, to be honest.”

“No.” Joseph firmly refused, offering no room for negotiation.

Gabriel’s eyes widened as if he had seen a ghost. ‘When did my buddy become so possessive over

food?’

Ignoring Gabriel’s bewildered gaze, Joseph carried on eating with elegance. He turned to Chloe and

calmly instructed, “Bring the soup over.”

Gabriel’s gaze shifted between Chloe and Joseph. He nudged the latter playfully, saying, Women are

just for fun. No need to take them seriously. They’re all the same once you turn off the lights.”

Joseph shot him a sidelong glance and countered, “She’s just a maid who cooks. Nothing more.

His voice carried enough volume for Chloe in the kitchen to hear every word. Her lashes drooped,

revealing a hint of hurt in her eyes.

Gabriel did not stick around for too long. He went back and delved into a thorough investigation of

Chloe’s personal information. When he stumbled upon the fact that she and her half-sister had been

entangled with the same man, a scornful smirk adorned his lips.

In his eyes, Chloe, much like Xavia, fell short of being a virtuous individual. To him, a wife was a

strategic alliance, requiring a pristine family background and an untainted reputation. In his perspective,

mutual benefits and shared interests took precedence.

Chloe finished washing the dishes and prepared some snacks for Toto and Oreo. She settled onto the

sofa, taking a moment to relax. Just then, a call from Noah came in to confirm the shooting schedule,

which was slated for the day after tomorrow. He wanted to ensure Chloe was okay with the

arrangement.

“No problem. Should I head to Docwood for the shoot?”

“Yes, I’ll arrange for a car to pick you up in Aesper.”

“Sounds good to me.”

After completing dinner preparations that evening, Chloe did not linger and promptly returned to her

own home. The following day, she arrived at the villa punctually.

Today, Joseph had gone to Fairlight and specifically requested that Chloe personally deliver three

meals to the company. Although Chloe found it a tad inconvenient, she decided to fulfill the task. After

all, it was the last day.

Joseph was engrossed in his work and had no intention of causing any trouble for Chloe. Dinner

proceeded without any hiccups. Pushing the empty container aside, he turned to Lucas and gave him a

directive, “Accompany her home.”

Chloe shook her head, declining the offer. “That’s not necessary.”

Raising an eyebrow, Joseph asked curiously, “Has Ava come looking for you lately?”

“No.”

The investigation into the previous kidnapping incident had hit a dead end. The police showed no

interest in pursuing it, and Chloe lacked any evidence to link Ava to the crime. It seemed like this

matter would remain unresolved.

Joseph believed that after Ava’s “One Dollar Auction,” she would not dare to trouble Chloe for at least

half a year.

“In the coming days, you’ll accompany me at Docwood. I’ll call you to let you know the exact timing.”

“Will Grandpa be joining us?”

“No, he won’t.’

IT

Chloe stood her ground and spoke with determination, “If Grandpa won’t be there, then I

won’t go. If it’s all just an act for his sake and he’s not even accompanying us, why should I go with

you?”

Joseph’s expression contorted into a deep frown. “How dare you!