Suddenly There Are Three (Bailey and Artemis) novel Chapter 62

Chapter 62

An idea occurred to Jessica, and she shook her head instantly. “No. How could I get slapped by her? Jan, she's brainwashing you. Don't forget your objective for doing this.”

Objective? Oh, that's right. I came here with an objective.

Rhonda had promised Janice she would help the latter to become the deputy director of the design department. In return, Janice had to go against Bailey and spread rumors about Bailey setting her own sister up.

“Do you think it's reasonable for you to set your own sister up? Bailey, you're just jealous of Mrs. Luther for giving the Luther family an heir while that b*stard child of yours—”

Smack!

Bailey gave Janice a hard slap that turned the latter's head to the side.

“You're more than welcome to spout nonsense, but don't drag me into it. I'm short-tempered and don't have the patience to deal with your antics,” Bailey snapped.

Janice subconsciously covered her cheek, which was burning with pain. She shot Bailey a furious glare. “Y-You b*tch! How dare you hit me? Do you know who my boyfriend is? H-He's the deputy manager of Luther Group!”

Alas, Bailey was unfazed. After examining the pink palm print on Janice's cheek, she turned to Jessica, saying, “I remember giving you a slap on each cheek the other day. It looked symmetrical and aesthetic, don't you agree? Why don't you give her one on the other cheek? That way, we can admire its beauty together.”

Jessica slowly clenched her fists.

After the past incidents, she did not dare to act rashly anymore. After all, Bailey was a trained fighter. Jessica would only be at a disadvantage if she went against her.

Originally, Jessica brought Janice over to insult Bailey. To her surprise, Janice was also a short-tempered person who would attack her opponent the instant they had a disagreement.

Most importantly, Janice was not a match for Bailey. Before the former could even raise her hand, her arm had already been seized by Bailey.

“Bailey, you're just a designer from another branch. Janice is the manager of the headquarters, which means she's your superior. Don't you think you're going too far by hitting her in the office?”

Bailey came to a sudden realization and smacked her head. “Oh my goodness. I've forgotten about that. I'm sorry. I'm terribly sorry.”

With that, she quickly released Janice's arm and took two steps backward as if she wanted to bow in apology.

Frustrated, Janice raised her hand and attempted to slap Bailey once more.

Smack! A loud slap rang out.

Janice widened her eyes and gaped at her numb palm in disbelief. She then shifted her gaze toward Jessica, who she had just slapped. With a trembling voice, she said, “J-Jessica, I-I didn't do it on purpose. I mean, I never wanted to slap you.”

Jessica's face was purple with rage, and she shot Bailey a piercing gaze. “How dare you use me as your shield?”

Bailey shrugged. “It's just reflex. When a person is in danger, they'll instinctively grab something to shield themselves. It's your fault for standing beside me. You can't blame it on me.”

“You—”

“Ahem.”

A gentle cough sounded at the door, breaking the tension in the room.