Wooing My ex-wife (Gwendolyn and Maverick) novel Chapter 443

The business gala scheduled for that evening was held on the ninety-eighth floor of Salinsburgh’s tallest building, Summit Hotel, attracting various prominent and influential figures from the business community in Salinsburgh to attend the event.

As Gwendolyn and Cedrick entered the place hand in hand, Craig happened to arrive with Jennifer from the elevator on the other end.

The two parties bumped into each other at the entrance.

Since Cedrick was Craig’s superior in the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the latter reckoned he still needed to show some respect toward the man. He bowed and greeted politely, “Good evening, Mr. Jenson.”

Cedrick nodded with a cold and indifferent demeanor, acknowledging the greeting.

Jennifer was about to rush to Gwendolyn’s side when Craig pulled her back, stating, “Jennifer, there are so many people watching. You should be mindful of your etiquette.”

With her desire to have a private conversation with Gwendolyn thwarted, Jennifer could only hang her head in frustration.

Seeing that, Gwendolyn released her grip on Cedrick’s arm and walked over to hold her best friend’s hand. She shot an apologetic look at Craig and said, “Mr. Craig, I hope you can spare Jennifer a few minutes to accompany me to the restroom. You’re a magnanimous man. I’m sure you won’t refuse such an easy request, right?”

Craig narrowed his eyes in response and cast a fleeting glance at Cedrick. He smiled and acquiesced, “But of course. Since you require Jennifer’s presence, Mrs. Jenson, it would be impolite of me to deny you that.”

With his agreement, Gwendolyn swiftly led Jennifer away, leaving the two men to wait at the entrance.

It wasn’t until the women were far away that Gwendolyn asked, “How did you end up coming with Craig? Did you return to the Newton residence?”

Jennifer nodded. “I did. After much consideration, I decided to try and integrate myself into the Newton family. After all, it’s where I belong.”

Gwendolyn patted her hand and comforted, “Well, I think it’s good that you’ve gone back. You were a noblewoman, to begin with, and it was a twist of fate that led you to all this suffering. Now that you’re back with the Newton family, you won’t be alone anymore, and you’ll have a group of brothers and sisters by your side.”

Jennifer’s expression turned somewhat grim when Gwendolyn mentioned her siblings.

Recalling the matter concerning Caylie, she grasped Gwendolyn’s hand. “I noticed something strange at home during these past few days. On the day my mother joined us for a meal, her sleeves rolled up accidentally, and I saw red marks on her wrist. It’s obvious she’s injured.”

She continued, “Anyway, for the next two days, I didn’t see my mother again since Craig didn’t come home. I have a feeling she didn’t want to see me either because her attitude toward me was cold and distant, and she only exchanged a few polite words with me out of respect for Craig. Gwendolyn, many strange things are happening in the Newton residence, but I can’t tell anyone about it because my phone was taken away by Craig under some lame excuse. That’s why I need you to tell Trey about these matters. I’m sure he’ll help me look into this.”

Gwendolyn listened attentively and patted her best friend’s hand reassuringly again when she was done. “Don’t worry. I’ll definitely tell Treyton about this in detail.” She pursed her lips. “What could be the reason for Craig to allow his own mother to get injured, though? After all, he is the current head of the Newton family and Caylie’s biological son.”

After contemplating for a moment, Jennifer shook her head and uttered, “The top floor where my mother resides is always locked at night. I plan to wait until Craig lets his guard down before going up to investigate the situation.”

“Be careful, okay?”

“I will.”

The two exchanged a few more words before heading back.

Cedrick and Craig were still waiting at the entrance for their respective partners.

The latter was the first to break the silence. “You’re such a lucky man, Mr. Jenson. Not only do you have a doting wife by your side and two adorable children, but your career hasn’t suffered any setbacks either.”

Cedrick’s gaze turned cold when he heard that. “It sounds like you’re looking forward to my career being damaged. But I wonder which one you are referring to. Is it Jenson Group or the Federal Bureau of Investigation?”

“Surely you jest, Mr. Jenson. I wouldn’t dare to wish you ill. After all, your prosperous life guarantees mine to be smooth sailing as well,” Craig replied with a touch of fear in his tone as he bowed slightly.