Chapter 184 Impulsive Vow To An Enigmatic Husband

• Comelia understood her grandma’s feelings, but she didn’t want the mood to get too heavy “Gran I still want to chat with Granny Luisa for a bit” Granny Luisa, who was next to Granny Rebecca, came into frame as soon as she heard Cornelia call her name. She purposely put on a stern face. “Nelly, so you finally remembered met Cornelia responded sweetly, Gran, Ive always had you in my mind, I didnt just remember you” Granny Luisa replied. Tm just pulling your leg But seriously, both you and your sibling couldn’t spend Christmas with us because of work this year Next year, you guys better be here” Cornelia nodded earnestly. Yep, I make sure of it next year” Alter some more chitchat with both grandmas, she ended the video call. She still had to deal with some work stuff with Marcus today If things went smoothly, their work could be complete by the afternoon, and they could knock off early After packing her stuff and grabbing her laptop bag, Cornelia headed downstairs. She was already up pretty early, but Marcus was up earlier. He was already in the living room, checking out the day’s news It wasn’t just today that Marcus was up earlier than her. Every single day, Marcus got up earlier. The only time she was up earlier than him was the day after he hurt his hand. That day, he gave her a sour face all day long Cornelia walked up to him, “Good morning. President Hartley!” Marcus nodded a bit, which was his way of responding These days, if it wasn’t about work, he wouldn’t say a word to her. She couldn’t blame him. After all, he was her boss Marcus didn’t pay her any mind and walked towards the dining room Cornelia quickly followed him Breakfast was a feast.
• There were sandwiches, milk, and more. Cornelia was spoilt for choice and she always had a hearty breakfast These days, Briana was always out early and back late. Cornelia hadn’t seen her, so it was just Marcus and her for breakfast. At the table, they both just focused on eating, without acknowledging each other After breakfast they headed to the company As Marcus’s assistant, having an international driving license was a basic requirement, so Cornelia was the one driving lately. On the way, Marcus took a couple of phone calls and then buried his head in some documents. Cornelia glanced at Marcus in the rear–view mirror and thought, mistakenly, that he was looking at her. When she looked up at him, he had already looked away Marcus being colder towards Cornelia actually made her work easier. She didn’t have to worry about his excessive concern, which could be quite bothersome After about half an hour drive, they reached the company Cornelia parked the car and quickly got out She ran to the back seat on the right and opened the door for Marcus He stepped out, not even sparing her a glance. Ben was already at the company’s entrance waiting. As soon as he saw Marcus, he walked up and started reporting on their work situation. Cornelia followed behind Marcus, taking meticulous notes Her note–taking and shorthand skills were phenomenal. If not, she wouldn’t have been able to handle such high–intensity work.Marcus had some long legs and he moved like a bullet train. Cornelia had to half jog pust to keep up with him Plus, she was busy scribbling notes and ended up bumping full on into a passerby.
• She crashed into his chest, and her nose throbbed like it had been knocked out of place “Sorry! Sorry!” Cornelia quickly apologized, clutching her nose But the guy was not having it. He was pointing at her hose, hurting insults, and even raised his hand to strike her Instinctively. Cornelia tried to dodge, but the ground was slick and wet from the snow She lost her footing and his hand came right for her face As quick as a flash, Marcus grabbed the man’s hand. He wrestled him to the ground and started speaking to him in French, a language Cornelia didn’t understand She may not have understood the words, but Marcus stern look and the man’s panicked face told her he was not saying anything nice The man scrambled up and bolted, glancing back like there was a beast on his tail Marcus looked at Cornelia, with a sharp gaze, like he could see right through her Rubbing her nose, Cornelia said. Thanks, President Hartley” Without saying a word, Marcus turned and walked away. So, Cornelia had no choice but to follow Back at the office, she gathered the necessary paperwork for the day and headed over to the break room to grind coffee for Marcus, like always Ben followed her in, asking. Did you and President Hartley have another spat, Cornelia?” “Umm, I dont think so.” Cornelia replies In her mind, there was no conflict between her and Marcus. Just a difference in opinion due to their differing social status and roles. If youre not fighting with President Hartley, then something else must be up,” Ben pondered, stroking his chin. “Did something happen to his wife?” Instinctively, Cornelia glanced back and whispered.