Flash Marriage to a Stunning CEO (Alistair and Richard) novel Chapter 28

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Thanks to Rebecca, Alistair–at the young age of twenty–four, in the prime of his life–had no desire for sweet romance, let alone marriage and children.

He lived as ascetically as a monk.

He had resolved to spend the rest of his days alone.

At least, that was his current mindset.

Yet, contradictorily, he still yearned for the warmth of family.

Caroline saw straight through him, reading the desolation in hist

gaze.

This is perfect.

Since he has no interest in women, being this close gives me an advantage.

It’s only the beginning–there’s still a long way to go.

Caroline silently vowed to succeed in breaking into Alistair’s heart.

For now, she decided not to overanalyze why she was so inexplicably drawn to him.

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I’ll figure it out eventually. For now, I’ll follow my instincts–I want to indulge myself just this once.

Though Alistair had no romantic desires, he was still a young man in his prime. The deep night, the quiet space filled with a faint, intoxicating fragrance, and the presence of a soft, alluring beauty–even as a gentleman with no untoward impulses, he couldn’t help but feel slightly unsettled.

For the first time, he wished Eloise hadn’t gone to bed so early. With her around, he’d feel much more at ease in Caroline’s

presence.

That marriage certificate hadn’t changed his status as an employee. No matter how awkward he felt, he had to endure his boss‘ questioning.

The problem was that he wasn’t much of a talker. After discussing Eloise, he had no idea what else to say.

Caroline sipped her water, lost in thought, while Alistair sat stiffly across from her, barely daring to move.

“It’s getting late. Let’s call it a night.” Caroline finished her water and stood first.

Alistair exhaled in relief.

As she passed him, Caroline suddenly stopped.

Alistair nearly bumped into her.

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His gaze accidentally slipped past her collar, catching a glimpse of smooth skin and delicate collarbones.

Lower, the fabric of her sleepwear obscured the view, but the soft, perfect curves beneath were still faintly outlined.

Alistair quickly averted his eyes. Even though he hadn’t seen anything explicit, he still felt guilty.

“Oh, right. Every Saturday, I take Eloise to visit my grandmother. You should come with us tomorrow.”

Caroline remained oblivious to his discomfort.

Alistair nodded. “Of course.”

She turned to face him fully, her tone playful. “Then, Mr. Harlow, I’ll be counting on your cooperation tomorrow.”

“No problem.”

“Good. Well then, goodnight. Sweet dreams.”

Caroline pushed open her bedroom door and stepped inside- only to reappear two seconds later.

She fixed Alistair with a stare so full of quiet resentment that he nearly took a step back.

His hand already on his own doorknob, Alistair asked, “Is there something else?”

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“Yes,” Caroline huffed. “I said goodnight to you. Shouldn’t your

return the courtesy?”

Alistair flushed. “Sorry, I forgot.”

“It’s fine. I forgive you.”

He couldn’t help but smile.

Ms. CEO is surprisingly easygoing.

The icy CEO can actually be kind of cute in private.

Caroline invited me to her grandmother’s place. Does that mean

Chapter 28 The Resentful CEO I might meet a lot of her relatives?

Richard received a call from Rebecca, instructing him to pick up Daniel and head straight to Whitfield Manor.

I knew Rebecca wouldn’t keep me hidden forever.

They only have one daughter. Eventually, everything the Whitfields own will be mine.