Dear Ex-Wife You Are MINE (Victoria and Alessandro) novel Chapter 31

VICTORIA’S POV

Today is a very busy day at work. It’s just noon, yet I feel like I’ve already put in a full day’s work! Though while talking to mama during the lunch break, she said it’s common in pregnancy.

I looked at my wristwatch; it was past noon. Yawning, I started wrapping things up when Daniel walked inside with his usual boyish smile after a knock on my door.

“Good Afternoon, boss,” he greeted me, but his smile slightly dropped watching my movements.

“Are you going home already?” He asked with a dramatic expression that made me chuckle.

“Yes, any problem? You have some other plans?”

He smiled shyly, inserting another drama. “I wish, Miss Blake, but tonight is someone else’s night.”

“Huh?” I sometimes really don’t understand this guy at all.

“You do forget, don’t you?” He rolled his eyes, making me frown. “What did I forget?”

“You have dinner with one of our business partners tonight, ma’am. I am certain you forget that, so your great assistant is here.” He bowed dramatically, and I laughed, but deep down, I felt half amazed, half embarrassed.

He is right. I actually forgot about the meeting. But my boss-ego is slightly reluctant to accept the fact.

I pouted slightly, “who said I forgot? I was just testing you!”

“Yeah, do I pass?” His mood was sullen, and I laughed again. “Fine, you win. Let’s go, end this!”

We got out of the office, and Daniel respectfully opened the car door for me. After I was inside, he closed the door and, getting into the driver’s seat, he drove the car to the destination.

The meeting was set in one of the famous dines in New York City.

The guest has already arrived and waiting for us. The manager led us into a private room always set for private meetings.

As soon as the manager opened the door for us and we went inside, I saw a neat and slender figure sitting on the table, wrapped in a dark suit.

His posture gave away his gentlemanly aura even after he was back facing me.

His assistant noticed us first as he stood up and then the main partner. He turned around, and our gazes met, making me surprised all over.

The man is delicately handsome with his straight nose and square but firm jaw. Dark brown hair complimented the soft brown eyes, and lastly, it was neatly trimmed stubbles. His brown eyes lit up, and his lips curved into a smile.

“Long time no see, Vici.”

My hands went over to my mouth. “Jayden!” I couldn’t help myself anymore and rushed to him, pulling him into a hug.

“Oh, I never really thought I would see you again!”

He chuckled before hugging me back. “I never thought that, though.”

Breaking the hug, I looked at him closely. He has changed—turning into a more handsome and grown-up. My best friend. A few years older than me, yet we have been friends since childhood. Thanks to our parents that I get to know this guy.

But he wasn’t here for ten years. Their whole family shifted to London years ago. I am seeing him for the first time after a long ten years, and I am really surprised and happy. I wouldn’t lie; I have missed my best friend so freaking much!

“When did you return here?” I asked, taking a seat beside him. There is so much to share and so much to catch up on. “Why didn’t you call me? How are your parents? I also remember you have a brother; how is he?” I asked so many questions at a time.

He chuckled. “Calm down, little pie. I promise to respond to every question. Mom and dad are fine. They didn’t come with us. And about my brother? Well, you can ask him by yourself.” He gestured behind me.

When I turned around, only Daniel and Jayden’s assistant stood. Without a hint, suddenly, Daniel took a step forward and grinned. “I am as good as you can see me, boss.”

I blinked, out of my sense, for a moment, and slowly it started coming to me. Daniel Craig is his name.

“Oh!” I gasped as the realization hit me soon. “He is your... Brother?” I turned my gaze to Jayden, and he gave a soft nod.

“And you never bothered to tell me?” I turned to Daniel this time, suddenly disappointed at the news.