The CEO's Contractual Wife

Chapter 176

Chapter 176

Alexander

The trip back to the office was faster than the drive out, but my mind raced the entire way. The Hudson Development deal was practically in the bag, but rather than feeling satisfied, I found myself distracted.

“Mr. Carter, we’ve arrived.” Jessica said as the car pulled to a stop outside Carter Enterprises.

“Thank you.” I straightened my tie. “Have legal prepare those documents and send them to me for review before they go out tomorrow morning.”

“Already in progress. You have a budget meeting in thirty minutes with the executive team.”

I nodded. “I’ll be there.”

As we walked through the lobby, employees nodded respectfully. The Carter name carried weight; I’d worked hard to build on that foundation. My grandfather might think I was just a playboy, but my business results spoke for themselves.

Jessica kept pace beside me, scrolling through her tablet. “Victoria Blackwood called while you were in the meeting. She wants to discuss the family foundation gala next month.”

“Tell her I’ll call her back this afternoon.” I had no intention of doing so. Victoria could wait.

We stepped into the elevator, and Jessica pressed the button for the executive floor.

“Also, your dinner reservation at Nobu is confirmed for seven–thirty,” she added.

“Cancel it. I’m having dinner at home tonight.” Spending the evening with Olivia was far more appealing than a business dinner.

Jessica raised an eyebrow but said nothing as she made the notation on her tablet.

The elevator doors opened onto the executive floor, and I stepped out. “That’s all for now, Jessica.”

on your desk

office, glancing toward the marketing department as I passed. Olivia was still in the conference room, now standing beside Dylan, her assistant, as they showed something to the team

said. The sound carried even through the glass, and I found

I reached my office, I closed the door and

The numbers were solid, showing growth across all sectors. Our

was deep in analysis when my intercom

budget meeting starts in

you. I’ll

boardroom, forcing

projections, capital allocations, and strategic initiatives. We were in solid financial shape, with strong growth forecasts

our agenda for today,” I said, closing my folder. “Any

none. My team

next week to

my

Don’t wait

Was she avoiding me? After last night’s run–in with

I texted back.

Me: Everything okay?

with the Thompson campaign. Meeting with creative team running

to bring

was a pause before her response came

That would

What are you in the mood

me. You

at that. I did know what

the remaining work on my desk, reviewing contracts and signing off on

doorway. “Mr. Carter, do

that’s all for today. Good work

you, sir.” She smiled. “Have

the marketing department. The main office area was mostly empty, but light

stopped in the doorway, taking in the scene. Olivia stood at the head of the table, sleeves rolled up, hair slightly disheveled. Around her sat three members of the creative team, all looking exhausted. The

said, rapping lightly on the

smile breaking

heard there was a hardworking team in need

Sugarfish. The delicious smell wafted through the room, and I saw the creative team perk up

lifesaver,” Olivia said, coming around

a clear spot on the table. “I figured you could all use

reverence. Food always did that to people who’d been working

Carter,” a young woman said, eyes wide. “That’s really

distributing the food, making sure everyone got something. I had ordered a variety pack with plenty of rolls, sashimi, and appetizers. When I

she

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