The CEO’s Ex-Wife Is A Famous Doctor

Chapter 21: Missing Shanty

“Evan, tomorrow, we can strike another deal,” Mr. Romanov suggested. “It’s good that you decided to visit. At least you can see how serious I am being a client in the many years to come.

Mr. Romanov had taken Evan for a tour, driving from one showroom to another. “I expect over a hundred shipments to happen next year, so we can agree on a fair price where we both will be happy.”

Evan laughed. He replied, “Yes, that we should do.”

They were talking while walking around Mr. Romanov’s enormous car showroom when a woman with dark brown hair approached them. She was tall, slender, and had an elegant face, with chocolate brown eyes.

“Ah, Alina,” Mr. Romanov called, “Come meet Mr. Thompson.”

“Mr. Thompson, since you have already divorced, it would be good to meet other women then, “Mr. Romanov said. “Alina is one of our primary models for the

“I’m not interested in seeing anyone, Mr. Romanov,” Evan quickly interrupted.

“Oh, come on.” Mr. Romanov pointed at the girl, saying, “Isn’t she gorgeous?”

Evan glanced at the girl and saw her smiling his way. He studied her clothes and disapproved of how revealing it was. He returned his attention to Mr. Romanov, saying, “I prefer a conservative one.”

It had been a few days since Evan was in Russia. The trip was primarily for business, but he also used the time to think things through, especially about Shantelle.

Now and then, Mr. Romanov would introduce him to a woman, whether an employee or an acquaintance, but he found himself comparing them to Shantelle.

“I don’t find her attractive at all.”

“I prefer on who can cook. My ex–wife used to prepare my meals.”

“I see, you are interested in fashion? My ex–wife is interested in biology.”

No matter how attractive or achieved the women seemed, Evan could not bring himself to like any of them. It was as if they could not compare to his ex–wife!

On another occasion, Mr. Romanov invited Evan to dinner with his family. He met his son, who, after dinner, required help with his homework.

Evan and Mr. Romanov were drinking coffee when the boy walked in. “Dad, Mom, doesn’t know this, and I was sick last week, so I missed the lesson. It’s biology!”

about your nanny?” Mr. Romanov said. “I

know this,”

his son, but having missed school for a long time, all he could say was, “Try… the

from across the table. He offered, “Let me try. What’s

molecules,” said the young

proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids,” Evan

your body’s tissues, allow metabolic reactions, and

approvingly. After the boy was done, he smiled and thanked Evan.

not know you were

incorporated biology into our daily life. She was stern with my diet and reminded me of how each body molecule works. Every day

“She

the plants around

revealed. “No wonder you are still so hung up on your ex–wife. Too bad you are already

He had to admit that part of him wanted to see her, and he definitely did not like how she cut all communications with him. ‘I

miss her,‘ he

he never missed her or longed for her. Evan rarely dated in his college years. When he went out with a

Evan was more determined to see Shantelle upon his return. He

assistant back in Rose Hills. When James answered, he directed, “James, send a bouquet or roses to Shanty

the florist to add an ‘I’m Sorry‘

“Oh, Sir. That’s good to hear. I thought

meeting with Mister Romanov and his executives, but when he was done,

said, “Sir, the flower shop said there was no Shantelle Scott at the address I

a lot on your plate with me being gone. They probably went to the wrong house. Ask

Kate boutique and have the gown

Book me and Shanty a package to Paris. I want the best hotel, first–class tickets, and excursions to the Louvre Museum

replied with enthusiasm,

came, but Evan

insisted that there was no Shantelle Scott at the house, Sir. Maybe

to the airport when James called. “It’s fine. Ask for a new bouquet by tomorrow. I’ll personally go to the Scotts and give Shantelle the flowers. Have it sent to the villa. It’s about time that I speak to Shantelle,” Evan instructed. “And the gown?” “Sarah Kate will deliver the gown today, Sir,” James confirmed. “And the tickets to Paris have already been booked, including your

thinking ahead. There was always that possibility that Shantelle would reject the trip to Paris, but he did not care. He had to try. Buying the tickets and reserving

Evan boarded the aircraft. He settled in his seat in the first–class cabin and took a nap. Just before shutting his