The Mysterious Billionaire and His Substitute Bride

Later that evening, Janet went to the Michelin-starred restaurant Ethan had booked.

Wearing just a simple T-shirt and jeans, Janet stood out like a sore thumb in the fancy restaurant.

Sitting opposite her was a calm man with a cold temperament. He propped his chin on his palm and watched helplessly as the woman tinkered with her iPad.

“Is your work really that urgent?” Seeing the dark circles under Janet’s eyes, Ethan felt tired for her.

It had been half an hour since Janet sat down. She had been on her iPad that whole time, tirelessly working on her design drafts.

Janet broke off a piece of a cookie and popped it into her mouth. “We just received two big orders. Plus, we’re launching another line this coming fashion week. Everyone’s been so busy lately. In fact, Elizabeth’s still in the office.”

Ethan frowned slightly and plucked the iPad from her hands. “Can you take a look at me for one second? You can continue working after dinner. I won’t take up too much of your time, I promise.”

With the iPad taken away from her, Janet looked at him sheepishly. “Sorry, honey. I’ve just been so busy at work lately. When my schedule frees up, how about we go on a trip?”

that you’ve been neglecting me?” Ethan grumbled. Realizing he was whining like a child, he coughed in embarrassment and cut the

looked around the restaurant, deep in thought. “This restaurant’s design

and amused. “Please pay attention to your

thigh and smiled innocently.

his chin resting on his palm,

got to know Janet, the more he felt

enjoy being a workaholic. And when you’re doing something you’re passionate

It’s a special night for couples. Tonight, we’re giving out complimentary drinks to the couples dining here. Please enjoy.” Just then, a waiter approached with two glasses of drinks and

Ethan’s glass, Janet commented, “Your drink is prettier than mine. Yours looks glittery

let’s exchange,” Ethan suggested with a

the latter marveled at it for a long time. The color of this glass of drink was like a mix of blue

sip and her eyes widened in surprise. “It’s delicious!

at all. He proceeded to eat his steak and

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