Zephyr’s expression was cold with a deep gaze. He looked at Janine quietly.
He did not know why she had such a prejudice toward Cordelia, but he knew that he would do his all to protect the woman he loved.
“It’s set,” Janine said impassively. “You and Nelly have no marriage agreement, but both families have been in that understanding for years. It could be tricky to take care of it.
“But you don’t have to worry. I’ll get it sorted with the Tanners!”
Janine approached him and patted his shoulder twice. “Just do as I say. Spend some time with the girl I told you about!”
“That’s impossible,” Zephyr uttered icily.
The atmosphere froze, and it felt like the temperature had plummeted.
Janine looked at him with a stern gaze.
Zephyr said clearly, “Mom, if you insist, I’ll pull all my shares out from Imperial Media!”
“What did you say!?” Janine was alarmed.
“You probably know already. Rules in Centrolis are different from Melorian.” His voice was flat, but each word was impactful.
“If this company doesn’t have my shares, foreign investment can’t come in. The money you invested earlier won’t see any return!”
He then said coldly, “I know you don’t lack that money, but you don’t like losing! If word got to grandpa, the board of directors, or even uncle, you’ll become the Baker Group’s joke! Are you sure you want to push me?”
Janine was stunned.
“I won’t date the person you mentioned.” Zephyr walked to the door and turned back to glance at her. “Give up on the thought!”
…
Janine wore a small smile and still exuded a strong presence. She explained softly, seeing that Cordelia was on guard against her, “I was very good friends with your mother in the past.”
Cordelia nodded in silence but still did not let her in.
Janine chuckled. ‘The princess is very alert. Hmm, that’s right! She should behave like this!’
“Child, I’m really good friends with her, best friends. We got distant over some misunderstandings.” Janine sounded sincere. “But please trust me. I absolutely have no intention of hurting her. I’m here specifically to visit her today.”
Cordelia was surprised. She saw the gifts Janine carried—they seemed to be expensive health supplements.
“Is this Bird’s Nest?” Cordelia had a bright idea and smiled. “I’ll accept them on behalf of my mother. Thank you.”
“This isn’t Bird’s Nest. It’s Manuka honey.” Janine paused. “Heh, your mother’s a germaphobe. When she was younger, she found out that Bird’s Nest comes from the swallow’s saliva and refused to eat it ever again!”
Janine met Cordelia’s clear eyes after she spoke and realized that she had been tested. How could she remember such a detail if they were not best friends?
Comments
The readers' comments on the novel: Married a Secret Billionaire