The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 152

Chapter 152

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I took my coffee from the barista with a grateful smile, the scent of freshly ground beans wrapping around me like a comforting blanket. After the long day at work, I needed this little escape.

I found a quiet corner table by the window at Crescent Moon Café, sinking into the plush armchair with a contented sigh. The café buzzed with the gentle hum of evening conversations, laptops clicking, and the occasional hiss of the espresso machine. Perfect white noise to decompress.

Taking a sip of my latte, I closed my eyes briefly, letting the warmth and caffeine work their magic. The café was my secret sanctuary when I needed to clear my head before going home. Something about the ambient music, soft lighting, and the comforting aroma of coffee grounded me after chaotic days.

My phone buzzed on the table. Alexander’s name lit up the screen.

“Hey,” I answered, keeping my voice low.

“Where are you?” Alexander asked, his deep voice carrying a hint of curiosity. “I just stopped by your office, but you’ve already left.”

“Sorry, I needed some air after the Thompson meeting. Came to Crescent Moon for coffee,” I explained, absently tracing the rim of my mug. “Just taking a moment to decompress before heading back.”

“The café on Wilshire? Funny, I’ve never seen you there before.”

I laughed softly. “It’s my little hideaway when work gets overwhelming. The Thompson project is taking over my brain.”

“Understandable,” Alexander’s voice softened. “No rush to get back. Enjoy your coffee break.”

“Thanks. Did you need something from my office?”

“Nothing urgent. Just wanted to check in about this weekend.”

I perked up. “Oh? What about the weekend?”

I could hear the smile in his voice. “Something

going to tell me what these plans

fun in that?” Alexander chuckled. “You’ll find out

hate surprises,”

this one.

“Fine. Keep your secrets.”

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could press him further. Typical Alexander, always maintaining an

stared at my phone for a moment, trying to guess what he might have planned. Knowing him, it

find out soon enough. His need to keep me in suspense was almost endearing, in an annoying

and couples engaged in intimate conversations. I checked my watch,

“Is this seat taken?”

luck with a pickup line. Instead, I found myself staring into the familiar

café, noting that every other table was indeed full. Refusing him

I said, gesturing to

before sitting down. He was impeccably dressed as always, not a wrinkle in his tailored suit despite the late hour. “I hope I’m not intruding on

another sip

he offered,

thanks. I was about

genuinely disappointed. “Well, don’t

barista, who nodded in recognition. Apparently, he

said, turning his attention back to me, “how are things at Carter Enterprises? I heard you’ve been promoted to Senior

him, trying to determine if there was any hidden meaning

doesn’t promote people without good reason.” His coffee arrived promptly, and he thanked the barista before continuing.

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James smiled, taking a sip of his coffee. “A refreshing quality in

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