Mr. Neal, Mrs. Neal’s Gone With The Money

Chapter 3

“Mr. Neal, should I book a restaurant?” Mr. Cheyne asked after careful consideration.

Joshua pinched the bridge of his nose in irritation. “No need for that.”

He knew Cynthia was venting her frustrations. If spending money made her feel better, he would let her do so.

Just as he said this, another payment notification arrived on his phone, a purchase worth over four million.

Mr. Cheyne and the four bodyguards kept their eyes to themselves, not saying a word, accompanying him silently.

Cynthia came out after making her purchases. The jewelry was naturally handed to Mr. Cheyne, who had his hands free. Just as she was about to continue shopping, Joshua’s phone rang.

His irritated mood eased a little when he saw the caller’s name. His furrowed brow relaxed, and he answered the call with an exceptionally gentle voice, “Jayleen.”

Mr. Cheyne and the four bodyguards were speechless.

Had he forgotten that Mrs. Neal was still here?

“Mr. Neal, Jayleen had a car accident on her way to the hospital for a follow–up appointment. She’s still unconscious in the operating room. Could you please come over? She kept saying your name before going into surgery,” the voice on the phone sounded loud and worried.

“Send me the address. I’ll be right there,” Joshua replied

quickly, and his heart was tightening.

After hanging up, he looked at Cynthia, wanting to explain but realizing there was no need. He simply instructed Mr. Cheyne, “You guys accompany Cynthia while shopping. Buy whatever she wants. If you can’t carry it, have it delivered to the house in the afternoon.”

The bodyguards replied, “Yes, Mr. Neal.”

With long strides, Joshua left.

The atmosphere became somewhat awkward when Cynthia was left with Mr. Cheyne and the other bodyguards.

Feeling that he had to say something to help Mr. Neal, Mr. Cheyne adjusted his gold–rimmed glasses and smiled. “Mrs. Neal, there’s no need to worry. Mr. Neal will return once he finishes his business.”

“Thank you,” Cynthia said meaningfully.

Mr. Cheyne tilted his head.

What?

but you also have to say such things against your conscience. Have you ever seen anyone leave to meet their lover but leave halfway through their

and the bodyguards did not know what to

moment, the five of them looked

of marrying into a wealthy family, knowing

unable to do anything.

They sighed inwardly.

such pity. Any one of the items in your hands is worth your annual

Ouch!

heartfelt blow

harsh, but it was

there anything you

at her quizzically, unable to keep up with Mrs. Neal’s unpredictable train

on things for you,” Cynthia said, pinching the card in her hand,

cared that Joshua had left her

moment, she just wanted to max out

Cheyne and the bodyguards

them amusing and continued to shop

never expected Joshua to appear while they were eating suddenly, his body exuding

Cynthia toward the parking lot, gripping her

“Bang!”

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was slammed against the car, and her body ached from the

What was happening?

could react, accusatory words rang in

raging fury, barely able to control his strength. “Why did you hire someone to drive a car to hit her? I have already given you

hell, and his body was emitting

and bottomless black eyes

icy as if they could swallow a person

did I ever harm her?” Cynthia

accusation.

Jayleen, didn’t you? You must know that even if

chilling, making them

angry, but after hearing his words,

him, her words laced with sarcasm. “You’re the first person I’ve ever met

“Cynthia!” Joshua was furious.

Cynthia retorted without regard for his dignity. “Why would I give up my wonderful life after divorce to hire someone to kill her? What do

tell me,” Joshua’s tone became increasingly

“You think it’s because I want