Rufus looked at Cassandra, eyebrows furrowed.
Her hair was damp. Water dripped slowly down to the tips of her long, black hair. Wet and feverish, she looked as if she had just come out of a hot shower and hadn't gotten the time to dry herself up properly.
Even though Jasper was standing behind Rufus, he could still smell the slight fragrance coming from her. Unconsciously, Jasper uttered something and Rufus turned around immediately, asking, "What did you say?"
Rufus was completely unaware of what Jasper had said. All of his attention was concentrated on Cassandra's beautiful face and the water that dripped down her neck. He stared at Jasper, confused.
"This scent is very unique. I think it's the famous luxury brand specializeds in shampoos for men. The one she has used is a globally exclusive edition, if I remember correctly."
Jasper's voice was low but his words were shocking. He turned back to look at Cassandra with a profound look, shocked.
Rufus's handsome face turned darker. His shoulders stiffened as he stared at her, tight-lipped.
Men's shampoo? Just what was going on? Had Cassandra just come out of a man's room?
Without thinking it through, Rufus rushed to the door she had come out of. It was half-closed. He pushed it open reluctantly at first but then stepped in without hesitation.
The apartment wasn't too big but the decor of the rooms was certainly stylish and of great taste. The color scheme was a classy black and white. Judging from the layout and the ambience, it seemed like the owner was well inspired and had a great aesthetic and interior sense.
Small but compact, it was located right in the heart of G city. A location like that would cost a fortune.
As he cast a casual glance at the walls, his attention was caught by the pictures hanging on it. There were several pictures of wild animals and natural landscapes. Among them, a portrait of a handsome young man stood out.
For a second, Rufus's heart skipped a beat. His face turned pale in shock while his eyes narrowed and breath escalated. He remembered that face. The man and Cassandra went out eating on the street together once. Rufus remembered spotting them chatting and laughing, fully enjoying themselves.
Rage seized his heart. He didn't know how to deal with the mixed feelings that arose from the bottom of his heart. He clenched his fists and swirled around, leaving the apartment, stomping his feet. Without looking at Cassandra, he strode out.
"Rufus, stop!"
Cassandra called out to him nervously as he passed by her. It felt like he had misunderstood something. However, he didn't stop even upon hearing her call him. He barely paused before he headed towards the elevator.
Before the elevator could come and Rufus could go away, she ran to his side, reaching for his arm, trying to explain, "I had a small incident just now, which is why Dylon let me take a shower in his bathroom. Please don't read too much into it! He was just being helpful!"
The blank look on his face worried her even more. She kept gazing at him anxiously while her heart sank at his suspicious, accusing face.
"You don't need to explain anything to me."
Rufus's mood was at its worst. He reached for the elevator panel directly without even casting a glance in her direction. He didn't want to listen to anything she had to say at all.
be like this. It's saddening to see
at the edge of breaking down. Rufus and his aloof attitude scared her. It
A glamorous woman stepped out, almost bumping
How come you're
was utterly shocked to see Cassandra and Rufus there. She stared at them, mouth wide open, curious to see what was happening between the two. Judging from Rufus's tightly pressed mouth, she figured he
strange behaviour shocked both Cassandra and Michelle, especially when he pushed Michelle aside and walked straight into the
treat me like this? I
turned red with anger. She slammed her hand at the closed door such that Rufus would hear her protest. However, the elevator
a distance and walked towards Michelle to calm her down. He patted her shoulders, trying to soothe her while he gave an awkward smile to Cassandra, saying, "Well, we shall take off as
staying there any longer. Hastily,
you guys doing? What is going
all in vain. She simply couldn't break off his grip. Jasper was so much bigger and stronger that in no time he pulled her into the apartment and
the hell, Jasper! Are you
change her shoes by the closed door. She was about to greet Cassandra when he interrupted her and dragged her inside. She had no idea why he would do something like
let's not poke our noses into other people's business, shall we? How about we mind our own business? Could you please leave them alone, now
took her in his arms, hugging
working all day long. Let me
her face and pouted, annoyed. She was really upset with how he had
in private. Always,
not? Just a small
he sounded like a kid craving for a candy bar. Jasper looked at Michelle lovingly, eyes sparkling with lust. He looked like such a naughty child with
You really creep me out,
grumbled and pushed
feelings, sweetie. Why do you
she sat on the sofa, and bleated, "A
were serious. She didn't
hands and now I'm working like a donkey for its profits. I even put my own business aside so I can attend to his company wholeheartedly. Everyday, I work my ass off just to keep the business afloat
to look at the screen, expressionless. "I am literally crying my heart out here!" Jasper shouted.
heart full. They'd been together for years and the love he felt for her hadn't diminished at all. This was how he felt when they first met,
deal with Cassandra and Rufus?
aside like that in
said and done, she was his aunt. As an elder relative, she should've been treated with much more respect. Even though, she was an easy-going person, her temper
you, I feel like I kind of messed
low voice, guilty. He couldn't dare to look her in
it, let me tell you something. I really think you are great at handling the business. It's daily life where
mad at how he behaved at times. His interpersonal skills were so damn poor, it
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