Marrying the Ugly Heir for Truth and Wealth novel Chapter 279

Exerting minimal force using his fingers, Nathaniel effortlessly pulled Christina into his embrace.

“It’s getting late, so you can head back now. We’ll discuss the rest tomorrow morning”

Madison felt somewhat upset as she stared at the contract that they had yet to finish discussing.

Back then, Mr. Hadley would insist on finishing his work before taking a break. Now, he’s going to leave his work aside just to be with Christina. I’ve lost count of how many exceptions he has made just for her….

As displeased as Madison was, she had no choice but to suck it up. “Understood,” she said as she retrieved the documents from the desk and left.

Christina was feeling a little sleepy at the time. Seeing as there was nobody else in the study, she muzzled against Nathaniel’s muscular chest and enjoyed the warmth that enveloped her.

“Carry me back to the room.”

Having gotten used to being spoiled, Christina would have Nathaniel carry her around at every opportunity she got.

Of course, Nathaniel didn’t mind it one bit. He gave her a light pinch on the nose and carried her back to the bedroom.

Linda’s birthday was just around the corner.

She had been calling Charlie many times, but she couldn’t seem to get through to him no matter what. It was as though he had blocked her number, and that did not sit well with her at all.

Unable to accept being dumped like that. Linda was determined to turn things around.

Christina delivered the dress she had made to the doorstep.

Thinking that Christina would be able to help with her situation, Linda instructed the housekeeper to have Christina stay for a bit.

Christina assumed Linda wanted to try on the dress, so she decided to stick around as she wasn’t in a hurry to leave.

“Here you go. Ms. Steele. Have some tea while Mdm. Macall tries out the dress.”

Christina picked up the cup of chamomile tea and sipped on it. Mm, it tastes good.

It wasn’t until she finished the tea about ten minutes later that Linda came out wearing the dress.

“You did an amazing job, Christina. It fits me perfectly, so there’s no need for alterations at all,” she said with a satisfied smile on her face.

Christina had sewn some floral patterns on the dress, which gave it an elegant and dignified air.

“I’m glad you like it. Is there anything else I can help you with? If not, I will be taking my leave now,” she replied while getting to her feet, only to feel dizzy all of a sudden. Hmm, this is weird. Am I dizzy because of low blood sugar?

Linda stepped forward and grabbed her by the hand as she asked, “It’s my birthday tomorrow. Will you

please stay and celebrate it with me?”

Her voice was so gentle that it felt as though she had become a completely different person.

“I could just drop by tomorrow. I still have work to do, so I need to get going now,” Christina said and tried to brush Linda’s hand off, only to realize she couldn’t muster up much strength to even do that,

Of course, Linda didn’t care if she wanted to stay or not. She insisted on dragging the younger woman into the room. “Your work can wait. Just stay here and be my guest. I’ll be sure to take good care of you!”

As long as I can get Christina to stay here, Charlie will surely come looking for her!

It wasn’t until Christina felt her dizziness worsen that she realized something was amiss.

I was just fine earlier this morning, so it must be the tea! I can’t believe Linda would resort to spiking my drink just to keep me here!

A few of the housekeepers then dragged Christina’s limp body into the guest room.

“Let me go! What you’re doing is illegal!” Christina exclaimed while they shackled her to the bed.

How is Linda going to make me compensate her? She’s a lot more cunning than I expected. A woman who hogged someone else’s husband for dozens of years is definitely up to no good! Ugh, I can’t believe I let my guard down! The only reason I would even deal with Linda is because she’s Francis‘ mother! I just hope she won’t hurt Nathaniel…

She wasn’t about to give up on Charlie. I’ve been by this man’s side for dozens of years and spent my entire youth on him! How could he abandon me just like that? I refuse to spend the rest of my life feeling lonely and depressed!