30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband

Chapter 113

Jason’s casual coolness broke through the awkward tension as he said, “I’ve seen Estrella at her best and her worst, so no need to sweat it on her behalf, Logan.”

Logan lifted his gaze, perplexed by what Jason had just said. What was he getting at? Could it be that Jason and Estrella had crossed a professional line? That sort of scandal had never touched their firm before.

Sure, Logan could handle a proper romance, but if Estrella was cozying up to Jason just to secure the Nelson International legal account, that was a whole other can of worms. he’d rather not open.

While such unethical conduct might fly in other firms, it was a no-go at Justice Guardians LLP. That kind of behavior would not only tarnish their reputation, it could also cast a shadow over their work’s integrity.

As Logan stood there, a portrait of confusion and discomfort, Jason casually wiped the drool from Estrella’s mouth and nonchalantly stated, “Ms. Estrella is my wife.”

__”What?” Logan’s glasses nearly slid off his nose in shock. “Mr. Jason, you’re saying…?”

He trailed off, too embarrassed to finish his sentence, half convinced he was hearing things. Jason reiterated firmly, “Ms. Estrella is my wife. We’ve been married for over two years. So Logan, no need for embarrassment on her part, and you can put any unsavory

rumors to rest.”

Jason knew Logan’s integrity wouldn’t allow for any exploitation of employees. That was why he had been comfortable with Estrella working at Justice Guardians LLP. Otherwise, he would have pulled her from the firm ages ago.

Logan’s jaw might as well have hit the floor when Jason reaffirmed his marital status. Staring at the couple in disbelief, Logan finally managed to say, “So Mr. Jason, you and Estrella are married. No wonder she’s got such… uh…”

Catching himself before saying anything inappropriate, Logan quickly changed tack, “I apologize for any assumptions, Mr. Jason. I didn’t mean any offense. It’s just that…”

a wave, “Don’t worry about it, Logan. Estrella’s work should proceed as usual. If she slips up, don’t hold back. The company’s policies must be upheld.”

could cloud her judgment and shield her from the raw realities of the workplace. It was why he took the time to clarify things with Logan now.

sheepish grin. “We didn’t press Estrella on personal matters when she joined us. That

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Logan realized they had

eyes on

had arrived at the firm’s building, Estrella guessed the gist of the conversation. She yawned and said, “Guess I’ll head

acknowledged her departure with a simple “Hmm.”

Jason, Logan and Estrella headed back to the office together. Inside the elevator, Logan was tempted to ask Estrella why she hadn’t mentioned her relationship with Jason but

feel a sense of pride. Having Mrs. Nelson choose to work at Justice Guardians LLP was quite a feather in their cap. It wasn’t some murky affair – Estrella was the

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reached the office. “You’re bound to learn a lot at Justice Guardians LLP and really

replied, slightly puzzled but without pressing

only leaving when Jesse called

reaching their dinner spot, Bryce was already there, teasing Estrella for neglecting them

coat, revealing a telltale mark on her neck, Jesse’s gaze froze on her. Jesse’s expression turned serious as she asked, “Estrella, has something sparked

drew Estrella’s attention, and Bryce also looked at her intently, waiting for