The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 70

Chapter 70

Olivia

“That would be nice,” I said, ignoring the triumphant look on Emilia’s face. “Let me just settle our tab first.”

Alexander placed his hand on the small of my back. “I’ve got it.”

“No, really, I can pay,” I protested, reaching for my purse.

“Olivia.” His voice was firm but gentle. “I interrupted your evening. Let me take care of it.”

I hesitated, not wanting to seem like I was taking advantage of his wealth, especially after Madison and Stella’s accusations. “It’s just a few drinks.”

“Exactly,” he said with a small smile. “A minor expense.”

“For you, maybe,” I muttered.

Alexander leaned closer, his breath warm against my ear. “Let me do this.”

“Fine,” I relented. “But I’m paying next time.”

His eyes sparkled with amusement. “Next time?”

I flushed, realizing what I’d implied. “I mean, if there is a next time. With my friends. Not that you’d want to-”

“I’d love to join you and your friends again,” he said, cutting off my rambling. “They seem… protective.”

“That’s one word for it,” I said, glancing at Emilia, who was watching our interaction with unabashed interest.

Alexander signaled the waitress, who practically sprinted over. I’d like to close out their tab.”

“Right away, Mr. Carter,” she said, clearly recognizing him.

“Add a hundred percent tip,” he added.

The waitress’s eyes widened. “Yes, sir. Thank you, sir.”

As she hurried away, I raised an eyebrow at him. “Show–off.”

“Generous,” he corrected.

have your kind

laughed, a genuine sound that made something warm unfurl in

sidled up beside me. “So, CEO, are you whisking our girl away for the

“Emilia!” I hissed, mortified.

taking Olivia home so she can change out of her stained clothes. After that, it’s

to her.”

approvingly. “I like him,

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returned polite

“Ready?” he asked me.

purse. “Let me just say goodbye

back to our table, watching the exchange with

quick hugs.

exciting part,” Claire laughed. “Your boyfriend swooping in

I stopped myself, remembering our

Ariana whispered, making

said, following us toward the

“Not happening,” I replied.

cool against my skin, a welcome relief from the crowded bar. Alexander guided me toward a sleek black car parked directly in front

Ariana followed us out, huddling together against

your friends a ride home,” Alexander offered, noticing them. There’s plenty

is already on his way. He’s like two minutes

sure?” I asked, feeling guilty

Claire insisted. “Go get changed. We’ll be

“If

a wink. “Take good care of

passenger door of his sleek black car. The leather seat welcomed me as I slid in, careful

driver’s side. Through the window, I could see my friends huddled together, whispering and giggling like teenagers. Emilia caught my

nice,” Alexander said as he slid

ridiculous,” I muttered, but couldn’t help

I watched my

“I’m

that.”

his eyes fixed on the road.

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