His Secret Baby: Six Months After Divorce (Mia and Ethan) novel Chapter 162

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Chapter 162

‘Of course we’re going in.” Mia hadn’t expected Jaxon to come alone either. She led her team into the room.

‘Oh please, I’m in high demand. Why are you always trying to set me up on blind dates? Who’s spreading rumors hat I’m impotent? I’m in peak condition. You’ll be a grandmother sooner or later. If you don’t believe me, I’ll oring someone home tomorrow…”

axon’s arm was draped over the back of his chair, his lazy posture radiating a sense of untamed rebellion.

Hearing footsteps, he looked back. “Fine, fine. I’m busy with work.”

He hung up, his eyes darting between the dozen or so people who had suddenly appeared. “No wonder you booked such a big room. You brought everyone?”

His tone made it clear he had only wanted to eat with Mia.

Stella and the others stood there awkwardly, unsure if they should greet him.

Since we’re discussing business, it’s only right that everyone is here.” Mia sat down in a chair a few seats away

rom Jaxon.

Only then did Stella and the others follow suit.

Mr. Rivers.”

Mr. Rivers.”

Everyone greeted him at once, pulling out chairs and sitting down with a hint of nervousness. Jaxon gave a casual runt in response, sitting with his legs crossed. Both seats beside him were empty, while a row of people sat across

‘rom him.

Come sit over here,” he said, patting the chair next to him. “You’re making it look like I committed a crime and ‘m being interrogated by a committee.”

Mia had no choice but to grab her bag and move closer. She signaled for the others to move closer to Jaxon as well.

To her surprise, Jaxon waved them off. “You guys stay there. Just let her come over alone.”

Stella, who had already started to stand up, had to sit back down.

Mr. Rivers, why don’t you call the people in charge of the project on your end to join us for lunch?” Mia suggested.

axon checked his watch. “They’ve already eaten. How about this? I’ll book afternoon tea next door. Once we’re Full, they can head over there to discuss work.”

He pulled out his phone and dialed a number, instructing his team to head over now. His use of the word “they” pointedly excluded both Mia and himself.

Everyone present could tell that Jaxon wanted to have this meal alone with Mia.

Mia opened her mouth to speak, but Jaxon had already hung up and was calling a server to take their order.

‘Order whatever you want. Don’t be shy; it’s on me.”

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He had the server hand the menus to Stella and the rest of the team, insisting that everyone pick a dish.

Stella and the others looked at Mia.

“Mr. Rivers is being generous. Go ahead and order,” Mia said with a nod.

Each person picked a mid-priced dish. Finally, the menu landed back in Jaxon’s hands. He grandiosely ordered

of

every signature dish on the menu.

While they waited for the food, Mia brought up work. “Mr. Rivers, regarding the Government Partnership

Initiative…”

‘I don’t understand the technical stuff,” Jaxon interrupted. “My people handle all that. We’ll talk about it when they get here.”

Mia felt a sharp throb of a headache coming on. In front of all these people, Jaxon wasn’t even trying to hide the fact that he just wanted to mess around with her. No matter how many meaningful looks she shot him, he remained completely unfazed.

The food arrived quickly. After some polite conversation, Stella and the others finished eating at lightning speed and prepared to leave.

Enjoy your meal, Mr. Rivers. I’m finished too, so I’ll be heading out.”

Mia grabbed her bag and stood up, preparing to follow her team next door.

axon suddenly grabbed her wrist. “Don’t go-”

He had underestimated her determination to leave. He tugged at her, but she didn’t stop. He immediately ncreased his strength, jerking her back.

Caught off guard, Mia stumbled backward, her body twisting as she fell toward the sharp edge of a chair!