After the Cold Marriage His Crazy Love (Iris and Julian) novel Chapter 330

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Harper gave a quick nod. All right, Daddy,”

Julian instructed the bodyguards to keep a close watch on the house before driving off.

Iris slept until she woke up on her own. When she checked the time, it was already 11:00 a.m.

Ever since she had started sleeping with Julian, her schedule had been completely thrown out of wh

Night after night, they would start fooling around late and wouldn’t actually drift off until the wee h the morning. She was just physically drained and went to bed way too late.

As Iris brushed her teeth, she thought to herself. Next time, we really need to get an earlier start.

No sooner had the thought crossed her mind than she couldn’t help but crack a shy, self-conscious sn

After she finished washing up, she went back to her room to get dressed and noticed five missed calls her phone, all from Brandon.

She immediately dialed him back.

Brandon picked up right away, his voice sounding urgent. “Iris, we’ve got a situation down at the plant.”

Iris felt her stomach drop.

Her company wasn’t massive, but Brandon was a shareholder as well.

Although Iris held the majority of the shares and was the legal representative, she wasn’t involved in the day-to-day operations-she strictly handled research and development. If the situation was dire enough for them to bring it to her attention, it was definitely not a minor issue. A knot of worry formed in her chest. “What’s going on?”

“A few people from the R&D team were abducted.”

“Taken by who?”

“Some big shot named Arden, from what I hear. He snatched eight of them and on. He’s demanding they turn over some kind of separation and purification tech”

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Iris pieced it all together instantly.

Arden was sitting on over ten tons of product that required purification, otherwise, the stuff was completely unsellable.

Now that he couldn’t get his hands on her, he was going after her colleagues and staff.

Brandon said. “We need to get back to Eduler City

“Okay, when are we heading our

“I’ve already booked the tickets. We leave at four this afternoon.

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“All right, I’ll go pack now. See you this afternoon.” Iris rushed to her closet, dragged out her suitcas began tossing clothes inside.

Once she finished packing, she stepped out of the room and went looking for Julian.

“Harper, where’s your dad?” Iris asked, coming into the living room and taking a seat next to her dau

“Daddy went out. He won’t be back until tonight, Harper replied, barely glancing up. She was comple absorbed in her Barbie doll.

Tonight?

Iris felt a surge of panic. She pulled out her phone and dialed Julian.

A cold, automated voice informed her. “The number you have dialed is powered off.”

With the clock ticking, she didn’t have time to waste trying to track down Julian first.

She hastily ate lunch, then went over to Harper, gave her a tight hug, kissed her forehead, and said, “Mommy has to go away for a couple of days. Can you stay here with Daddy and the nanny?”

Harper looked up at her, wide-eyed with surprise. “Where are you going, Mommy?”

“I have to go to work.” Iris gently stroked her hair. “Be a good girl and listen to Daddy and the nanny whil I’m gone, okay?”

Harper nodded sweetly and said obediently, “Okay.”

Iris smiled, relieved, and looked up at the nanny. “I’m leaving at noon. Please take care of Harper for me. Thank you.”

The nanny offered a reassuring smile. “Of course, Ms. Whitlow. I’ll look after Harper. Don’t you worry.”

Iris stood up and walked out.

She asked one of the bodyguards stationed at the security booth outside the villa to accompany her

Before boarding the plane, she stopped by the police station to meet with the head of the narcotics division.

Iris planned to offer herself up in exchange for her colleagues, then agree to help Arden process the massive stash of drugs while secretly cooperating with the police to gather evidence and bring the entire operation crashing down.

When the chief heard her proposal, a deep frown creased his forehead.

Only narcotics officers truly understood how perilous this kind of operation was and just how ruthless. drug lords could be

Undercover narcotics work was arguably the most dangerous job in the world.

“I can’t let you take that risk, the chief said with a heavy sigh. “It’s too dangerous. You have no idea how

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sadistic these criminals can be. Even if you managed to gain their trust and get inside to access the bu the drugs, there’s absolutely no guarantee you could pull off the mission and get out alive.”

“I’m not afraid.” Iris had always been timid and terrified of dying, but in this moment, she knew that if didn’t deal with these drug lords soon, everyone around her would be in danger.

First it was her, now her colleagues. Next, it would be her child, her loved ones, her family.

She would rather roll the dice herself than let the people she cared about get hurt.

“We already have a fail-safe plan in place,” the chief stated, before calling out for someone to enter.

The door opened, and a young male police officer walked in. He was handsome, sharp, and exuded confidence. His eyes were steely, and he carried an air of righteousness-tough and good-looking.

“As of today, he has a new identity. His name is Scott Cox. He’s a former colleague of yours, a pharmaceutical researcher just like you. Teach him your purification technology-hold nothing back. Le him go into Arden’s den in your place. We’ll handle everything else on our end. That way, you stay out of it.”

Iris was overwhelmed with conflicting emotions-sadness and relief all at once. She looked at Scott.

Scott gave her a sharp salute.

That only made her feel worse.

He was exactly the kind of narcotics officer that the country and its people revered the most. He was young, handsome, and noble.

Arden was coming after her, yet they intended to pass that deadly risk off to Scott.

She couldn’t bear it. If Scott’s cover was blown by the drug lords, she couldn’t even begin to imagine the horrors he would endure.

Iris shook her head. “Arden is looking for me. Scott is far more important than I am. I can’t let him take this risk in my place.”

The chief replied, his voice thick with emotion, “Iris, Scott is certainly important, but you are one of the most brilliant pharmaceutical research scientists this country has ever produced. Our nation needs talent like you. When it comes to taking down drug lords, he’s the professional. So please, hand over youF purification technology to him.”

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Iris completely broke down.

In her heart of hearts, she understood the necessity of looking at the larger picture. Even if Scott too place deep behind enemy lines and sacrificed his life in the process, he would do it without a second thought.

She silently brushed the tears from her cheeks and gave a nod of consent.

The clock was ticking, so Iris rushed Scott over to the narcotics division’s laboratory. She walked him through the entire process, meticulously explaining every single step.

However, Scott wasn’t a career pharmaceutical researcher. He was clumsy, fumbling his way through th procedures and making amateur mistakes.

Over in the corner of the lab, Iris’ phone rested on the counter, set to silent. The screen would flicker to life for a moment before fading back to black.

Then, a moment later, it would light up again.

She was entirely absorbed in teaching Scott the purification technique and remained oblivious to the barrage of incorning calls.

Back at the house, Julian was unable to locate Iris. He questioned both Harper and the housekeeper, and they confirmed that she had left for work-related business.

He dialed Iris’ number over and over again.

After several attempts went unanswered, he hurled his phone onto the king-sized bed. His expression was thunderous, his eyes rimmed with red. He was beside himself with anxiety, agitated and frustrated, raking his fingers anxiously through his cropped hair.

He glanced at the packed suitcase standing in the corner, planted his hands on his hips, and tilted his head back to drag in a deep breath, followed by another.

But he couldn’t alleviate the piercing, violent ache in his chest.

He sank onto the edge of the bed, hunching forward, propping his elbows on his knees, and buried his face in his hands, his breathing ragged.

After what felt like an eternity, his phone finally rang.

Julian spun around instantly, snatched up his phone, saw Iris’ name on the display, and pressed it to his ear immediately,

Before Iris could get a word out, he snarled in fury, “Iris, where the hell are you? Get back here. Right this

instant”

Iris froze, stunned by the sheer rage in his voi

“Why is the suncase packed? You were ur ing to ditch me again, weren’t you?” Julian pressed a palm against

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his forehead, his voice cracking with devastation-low, rough, and seething. “Iris, do you ever actu me the truth?”

Iris was frightened by his outburst. Furthermore, with Scott sitting right beside her, it was far too a to explain the situation in detail. So she simply said, “Julian, I’m in a car on my way back. I’ll be hon soon. I’ll explain everything then.

Iris ended the call.

Hearing the line go dead, Julian’s heart hammered against his ribs. A wave of anxiety crashed over hi threatening to crush his broad, powerful shoulders.

He dropped the phone and collapsed back onto Iris’ bed.

He pressed his arm against his stinging eyes, fighting to regain control of his spiraling emotions. His heaved with every ragged breath, each one causing him physical pain.

Iris had abandoned him too many times in the past. Now, he was constantly on edge, perceiving dange every shadow.

Simply waiting for ten or fifteen minutes felt like an agonizing eternity. Every single second was sheer

torture.

Iris brought Scott back to the villa. She asked the housekeeper to prepare some water for him and make him comfortable. After saying a quick hello to Harper, she sprinted upstairs.

The instant she pushed the bedroom door open, a figure lunged at her.

Before she could react, her wrists were seized, and she was shoved forcefully against the wall.

His grip was bruising. When she finally focused on his face, her heart sank.

Julian’s handsome features were dark and stormy. His eyes were bloodshot, concealing a raw, seething anger. A cold, unsettling aura radiated from him. When he spoke, his voice was as sharp as ice. “Why are you leaving me again? Why?”

Iris stammered timidly. “Julian, can you please just calm down first?”

Julian’s lips quivered slightly. He slowly lowered his head until his forehead rested against hers. He squeezed his eyes shut, striving to settle himself and suppress the rising panic. His voice was raspy as he whispered, “Fine. Explain it to me. Why were you trying to walk out on me again?”

Iris explained with steady composure, “I have my own company and manufacturing plant in Edulet City. The entire R&D staff at the factory lab has been kidnapped by Arden. Arden’s agenda is crystal clear-he wants my purification technology. This entire situation spiraled because of me. I need to go there and clean up the mess.”

Julian’s breathing gradually steadied. He released her arms, only to wrap hus around her shoulders and pull her into a crushing embrace, squeezing her tighter and tighter.

fris leaned against his chest, feeling the frantic pounding of his heart.

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“I’m going with you,” Julian stated, his voice low and firm.

Iris shook her head immediately. “No, you need to stay here and look after Harper. Scott and Brando accompany me.”

“Who is Scott?” Julian asked, thoroughly confused.

Iris hesitated for a few seconds. Even with the person closest to her, she couldn’t blow his cover-it wa imperative for Scott’s safety. “He’s an old colleague of mine. Also works in pharmaceutical research.”

Julian nodded, though his tone soured instantly. “And what about Brandon? Why does he need to tag

along?”

“He’s one of our company’s shareholders.”

Julian let out a cold, bitter laugh and taunted her with intense jealousy dripping from his tone. “That

shareholder certainly is dedicated. Anyone would think he’s the one running the show.”

Iris gently pushed against his chest. “Julian, the plane tickets are already booked. We’re running out of time.”

Julian refused to let go. On the contrary, he held her even tighter, burying his face in the crook of her ne as he demanded, “If I can’t go with you, then you aren’t going anywhere.”

“You can’t just be reckless.”

“Then let me come with you.”

“What about Harper?”

“The housekeeper and the bodyguards can watch her.”

Iris felt a lingering sense of unease. “I still don’t feel right about it.”

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