The Ex and Her Riches

Jennifer lowered her head and mulled over the issues that Gwendolyn had raised.

Indeed, it sounded like a colossal challenge.

Having gotten used to her relaxed lifestyle, she expected to face some difficulties in acclimatizing to a more hectic schedule,

Still, Jennifer loved Honor of Kings and always felt excitement coursing through her veins when she watched professional gamers playing it.

That was why she would gladly take on the role.

I’ll take it slower in my graduate studies. If I can’t make it this year, there’s always next year.

After thinking things through, Jennifer replied determinedly, “I’d like to give it a shot, Gwendolyn. I’ll try my best to accomplish everything you’ve laid out.”

“All right. I trust you.”

Gwendolyn gently patted her face before suggesting, “Why don’t you stay here and familiarize yourself with the surroundings? I need to discuss the investment agreement with some founders of the club. And don’t worry about Treyton; I’ll talk to him on your behalf.”

Jennifer smiled and said, “Thank you, Gwendolyn.”

“Don’t mention it.”

Meanwhile, after spending some time at Mossey Corporation’s offices in Fairlake, Kieran had become a competent worker across all tasks which Inez had assigned to him.

While he was a medical genius, his intelligence spanned further than the bounds of his field.

Lack of interest had held him back from trying new things. If he had decided to go into business, he could have joined the ranks of the industry’s most talented CEOS.

Out of habit, Inez often glanced at Kieran while he was engrossed in his work.

Having such eye candy nearby certainly lifted her mood.

During one of Inez’s ogling sessions, Kieran’s furious typing abruptly stopped as he completed yet another document efficiently.

He turned to Inez, who hastily averted her gaze and pretended to be staring at her computer.

work earlier today, Ms. Mossey? I have

completed all the work

“I’ve e–mailed everything

“Oh, okay.”

lashes, feeling rather

her presence was not included in his

they maintained the professional relationship between a boss and her secretary at

the other facet of their relationship–a couple who

forced engagement, it did not mean that Inez had

for an entire year and not a day less. If those are nothing but empty promises, then Kieran’s not a decent man. That’s how I can test

was so absorbed in her thoughts that she

you in a rush to get off work

Then, he leaned closer

beat. She clung to her nerves and demanded, “What are you doing? Who taught you to

and asked, “Are you asking me about my after–work activities as a

cold as ever, his expression took on a

studying romance movies diligently and almost

work paid off. Inez could see a marked improvement in his flirting

it make a difference whether

“Of course.”

asking as a boss, I would tell you that my after–work activities are private matters, which are none of your business. However, as a fiancée, you have every right to know my personal

are you learning these lines from? You’re getting more brazen.” Despite

repeated his question. “So, is Ms. Mossey or Inez asking about my

you officially get off work, you’re still my secretary, so I’m asking you as a boss. On that note, shouldn’t

briefly with disappointment. He straightened up and

I don’t think it’s appropriate to inform you about them, Ms.

response, she looked up and noticed Kieran headed for

“Stay there.”

tracks but did

engagement, Inez had never called him anything but “Mr. Kieran,” even on their dates,

matters, but you’re asking to end work early to attend to them. You should at least give your boss a general idea of

going on a date with a