Chapter 161
When Kirk went upstairs, he saw no one in the master bedroom. Pinching his forehead, he
realized that making it up to Caroline would be tough this time.
The next day, Gwen rushed to the villa during her lunch break.
“I thought you went home to your family when you shared the address.” Gwen stared at the ma**ive villa in disbelief. “Did Kirk buy this place for real?”
“Why would I lie to you?” Caroline led Gwen upstairs.
“I was worried that you might have spent a fortune on him because you fell for his body and his
looks. But…” Gwen tutted.
“Think about it–if a perfect guy like Kirk was willing to trade his body for money, you’d become upper cla** in no time!”
Kirk’s perfect body flashed across Caroline’s mind, causing her to blush.
“You talk a lot of nonsense nowadays.” She pushed Gwen to the guest room and said, “I’ll get you
the phone.”
Gwen noticed that there was only a new pillow on the bed. She gasped, “Do you sleep in separate,
rooms?”
Caroline showed her the phone. “Do you want this or not?”
Gwen chuckled. “Of course! Let me try it out.”
Caroline handed her the phone. She opened it eagerly and set it up. Then, she asked excitedly,”
Hey, have you slept with Kirk yet?”
Caroline’s face reddened. “Gwen, you shouldn’t waste your talent. Join the paparazzi, perhaps.”
“Just tell me.” Gwen unabashedly inched closer to her friend. “I asked because I care for you.”
Caroline took a bolster and slapped it on Gwen’s shoulder. “Let’s not talk about him. He’s annoying.
“What happened? Did you fight?”
Caroline turned away and grunted reluctantly.
“So, what happened?”
Caroline was unwilling to divulge the details and placed the phone in a bag. “Nothing. It was just a
squabble.”
Gwen didn’t notice the change in Caroline’s expression.
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She followed Caroline to help her out. All of a sudden, her attention was drawn to an exquisite gift
box.
“What’s this?” Gwen picked it up and asked.
“Oh. It’s a gift from Kirk’s childhood friend.”
“Does he have a childhood friend?”
“Yeah. She’s really something.”
“Did you fight over her?” Gwen suddenly conjured an image of a typical bitch, which riled her up immediately.
Caroline took the gift box from Gwen and opened it. “No.”
Gwen wanted to prod more, but Caroline had unwrapped the gift. It was a photo album.
“Why did she give you a photo album?”
Caroline had no idea either. She flipped through the album and saw photos of Avery and Kirk. The photos spanned the years from birth to their teens–throughout Kirk’s adolescence.
In each photo, Avery smiled demurely, like a little wife who was doted on. Kirk, who stood beside
her in the photos, always showed an emotionless face.
They were a pretty girl and a cool boy. They looked like a good match when they were together.
Caroline felt a pang of pain in her heart.
Gwen grabbed the album and threw it into the trashcan. “That childhood friend is pretty bitchy. Ignore her. She did that on purpose.”
Caroline bent over and picked up the album. “I’m fine.”
Gwen felt bad when she saw the expression on Caroline’s face. “Carol, don’t. It’s an eyesore. Just
throw it out.”
“I can’t throw it out.” Caroline smiled. The photos were part of Kirk’s life, which she didn’t want to
miss.
Gwen forced a smile. “Whatever. Let’s drop this topic. I’ll tell you some good news.”
“What’s it about?”
“Have you heard about it? Layla is in jail.”
“I know.” Caroline tried her best to ignore the album in her hand. “Mr. Strauss texted me, saying
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“Yeah! That’s it. I heard she was sick and needed a doctor. After she was sentenced, she cried and
begged Eddy to arrange for doctors and nurses at the prison. If only that would work out. Guess what happened?”
Caroline gave her a quizzical look.
“Mr. Morrison Senior heard about the fuss and ordered Eddy to stay out of the issue. He even
warned Eddy not to waste any resources on Layla unless he wanted to be disowned.”
Gwen added, “It gave me a good laugh! Layla was the greatest joke in Osbury at that time! Too bad
you couldn’t see it for yourself because you were abroad.”
Caroline smiled, but she felt nothing. Her only wish was to steer clear of the Evans Family
“By the way, when are you visiting Mr. Morrison Senior?”
Caroline snapped back to reality. “In two days.”
“That works. You’re going to work tomorrow.” Gwen said, “Have a good rest.”
The thought of going to work made Caroline smile. “Right. I’m going to work.”
She had never worked a day in her life. She looked forward to her new life.
The next morning, she woke up early to wash up and get ready. Half an hour later, she sat across
from Kirk, dressed in a beige skirt suit.
He swallowed hard. This was his first time seeing Caroline in a professional outfit. She had a great figure, and it was accentuated by the tight suit. It was a lovely view for Kirk on such a serene
morning.
He felt an urge rise in him. He asked in a low voice, “Do you need me to drive you to work since it’s
your first day?”
She quietly ate her breakfast and ignored him.
The photo album from Avery had hurt her even more. Even though she knew there was nothing between Kirk and Avery, her emotions overpowered her rationality.
She thought of Avery and Kirk spending their precious teenage years together. The fact that Avery had been there to watch his growth sent Caroline into a dark place.
Suddenly, she was enveloped by Kirk’s shadow. She could smell his familiar scent
Frowning, she was about to speak when he lifted her in his arms. She frantically wrapped her
arms around his neck. “What are you doing?”
He pressed his face against her nose and grinned playfully “You finally spoke to me
Placing her on a countertop, he confessed, “I shouldn’t have said that to you that day.”
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She turned her face aside. Her neck was as graceful as a swan’s. He left some bite marks on her neck, causing her to inhale sharply. She shooed him in a teary voice, “Get away from me! Get away
Kirk always took pride in his self–control. But he lost control of himself at that moment.
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The morning sunlight scattered across the land and cast a golden glow on Kirk and Caroline through the door and windows. They looked like they were in a lovely oil painting.
After a while, Kirk stopped in his tracks and smiled. Then, he entered his bedroom with her in his
arms.
She recovered from the shock and kicked hard to protest. “Kirk, stop fooling around! I need to go to work!”
He took her into the bathroom. “I know. You probably wouldn’t want to go to work looking like this, would you?”
As he spoke, they reached the mirror. She saw her blushing face and the sultry look in her eyes. Embarra**ed, she wanted to dig a hole to hide.
He grinned and placed her in the bathtub. “Take a bath.”
She was reluctant to listen to him, but she had to take a bath to wash away the desire and lust. When she emerged from the bathroom, she changed into a black suit.
He narrowed his eyes at her new look. She stayed a distance from him and announced, “I’m
heading to work.”
Then, she quickly went to the first floor. A car was waiting for her. The driver came out upon seeing her. “Ms. Evans.”
She was taken aback. “Who are you?”
“The company sent me. I’ll pick you up before and after work.”
She wondered, “Does the company offer such a benefit?” She hadn’t been made aware of it.
The driver smiled and opened the car door for her. Seeing that she was close to running late, she
didn’t ask questions and hopped into the car.
Once the car left, Kirk looked away and picked up a call.
“Sir.” Charles reported, “The Collins family is investigating your background. Shall we send them
a warning?”
Kirk played with Caroline’s flowers and plants on the balcony. He said crossly, “No.”
“Got it.” Charles could tell that Kirk was in a pleasant mood. Had he made up with Mrs. Morrison? Charles couldn’t help but marvel at Kirk’s ability to coax her.
After the call, Kirk was about to turn around and leave when the phone rang again. Checking the
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“Uncle Jude.”
Jude Morrison chuckled. “Are you back?”
“Yes.”
“Your dad called me a few days ago. He was satisfied with his daughter–in–law. What now? You’ve introduced her to your dad. Isn’t it time to introduce her to me?”
Kirk curled his fingers and rested them on the railing. “Fine.”
“You can set up a date and time.”
“I’ll leave it to you, Uncle Jude. We’re free most of the time.”
“Great. I’ll call you once I arrange it.
Kirk agreed to it. Jude chatted with him a bit before hanging up. Beside him, Eddy said in excitement, “Grandpa, is Uncle Kirk willing to introduce us to his wife?”
There was an undecipherable look in Jude’s eyes. “Yes.”
“I wonder what she looks like and if she’s easygoing.” Eddy chuckled. “I’m really curious about the woman who conquered a perfect man like Uncle Kirk.”
Jude gave him a side–eye and angrily asked, “Do you know that Caroline’s back?”
The smile froze on Eddy’s face. “Of course.”
“Have you thought about how to win her back?”
“Grandpa, don’t worry about it. She loves me a lot. As long as I promise her, she’ll divorce her
husband in no time.”
Jude scoffed. “Are you that charismatic?”
“Grandpa, you know how much Caroline loves me. Look at her, hiding her husband from everyone. It shows that he’s way beneath me.”
Eddy added, “Women are vain. After she compares him to me, she won’t be able to stand that loser.
Besides, I’m making the first move here.”
Jude frowned in disagreement at Eddy’s confidence. “What if her husband outshines you?”
“That’s impossible!” Eddy sprung up from his seat. “Grandpa, have you come across anyone better than your grandson?”
Frowning, Jude waved his hand. “Whatever.”
He decided to wait until Kirk introduced his wite. He hoped his guess was wrong.
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When Caroline arrived at the office, she frowned at the vast number of rose bouquets there. She asked an a**istant, “Who sent the flowers here?”
The a**istant was a quiet intern and a fresh graduate named Cheryl. She stared at Caroline enviously. “It’s from Mr. Eddy.”
Caroline rubbed her forehead and instructed Cheryl, “Get someone to clear the roses.”
“Why?” Cheryl thought it would be a waste to throw out the huge amount of roses.
“That’s because…” Vivian Patterson smirked when she walked past the office. “Our dear Design Director is married. It would be inappropriate to receive gifts from other men. But…”
Vivian changed the topic and turned to Caroline.
“Caroline, you’re quite something. How did you make your ex miss you even after you got married? No wonder you managed to bag a directorial position without any work experience.”
Cheryl couldn’t take it anymore and retorted with a flushed face, “Vivian, how can you speak to her like that?”
“Is Viv wrong?” Vivian’s best friend and a**istant, Susan, chimed in. “It’s impossible to be appointed director without work experience at most companies. She must have pulled some tricks to get to where she is!”
Caroline stopped Cheryl from arguing. She replied calmly, “I’ll prove my capabilities to you. Everyone knows I landed a designer job at Thorne Corporation through the Novitius Contest. If you spread fake gossip about me, shall I accuse you of hara**ing me? Are you badmouthing me because you think the company’s contest was unfair?”
Caroline had a**ociated Vivian’s accusation with the company’s reputation. Everyone fell silent
for a moment.
After a while, Vivian said with a smirk, “Caroline, you’re pretty good at arguments, but that won’t help you at work. Only your talent matters!”
Caroline smiled. “Right back at you, Vivian!” c
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Vivian clenched her fists After a moment, she sashayed out of the office.
Susan hurriedly followed behind her.
Once they left, Cheryl couldn’t help but look at Caroline. Her eyes were shining. “Ms Evans, you’re
amazing!
Cheryl had only started working here two days ago. Since she was a newbie, Susan had frequently bullied her.
Yesterday, Cheryl had heard the older staff say that Caroline was an inexperienced person. They had also said that Caroline had only gotten the position of Design Director due to her connections with the Morrison family.
Apparently, Vivian would certainly give Caroline lots of trouble too.
Cheryl had felt hopeless thinking about her superior being bullied. When she had come to work today, she’d planned to resign in a few days if things didn’t work out.
Who would have thought Caroline was so unrelenting?
She was also completely different from what the others had said. Caroline didn’t seem like someone who didn’t have working experience.
Caroline smiled a little. “Hurry and get someone to take these roses away.”
“Alright.” Cheryl happily went to get one of the janitorial staff.
Someone quickly came to clean Caroline’s office.
When Caroline walked back inside and saw a necklace on the table, her eyes narrowed.
Eddy had sent it, and there was even a card. It read, “Caroline, I admit that you’re very important to me. Can you come back to my side now?”
Just by reading those words, Caroline could imagine Eddy’s haughtiness.
She threw the card into the bin without a care. Then, she shoved the necklace in her bag. Once
she got to Jude’s place tonight, she would return it to Eddy.
After settling this annoying problem, Caroline called for Cheryl. She took one phone and
rest to Cheryl.
“There are 41 phones here. Give one to everyone in the design department.”
gave the
“But there are 44 people in the design department…” Cheryl realized this belatedly. “Are Ms.
Patterson and Susan not getting any?”
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Caroline nodded in affirmation. Tell them these phones are souvenirs I brought from abroad.
Cheryl walked out with all the phones. Then, she called for the others to come in and get their
gifts.
When everyone heard there were gifts, they all came forward. Even though they knew Vivian wouldn’t like it, they went ahead anyway.
Those who had a good relationship with Vivian couldn’t help but comment snidely, “It won’t be nice gifts. They’re probably cheap!”
Cheryl took out the phones. Someone with sharp eyes saw the logo on the box and said in shock, It’s Dragon!”
“What’s Dragon?”
“It’s a new gaming phone developed by Sarcozia’s largest corporation, SY Group, for gamers. I heard it’s not even available overseas yet. Only business partners with a good relationship with SY Group can get this phone! That’s only a few hundred people!”
“Oh, I remember now. I heard they’re selling it for three thousand dollars each overseas! The pre- orders are already full. It’s just what you might expect from someone as good at doing business as SY Group’s president!”
“It doesn’t look like it to me. Didn’t you say only those with a good relationship with SY Group can get it? How could Caorline possibly know SY Group’s president?”
Not everyone in the country knew that SY Group’s president was Eddy’s second uncle. Even those
in elite circles didn’t know about it.
When Cheryl heard everyone’s discussions, she was so stunned that she couldn’t speak.
She’d originally thought that these were ordinary phones. But as she listened to the others, she
realized just how valuable these phones were.
“I’m pretty sure these are fake Dragons,” Susan said confidently. “Caroline must know how highly
we view Vivian. And she also knows how hard it is to get Dragons. That’s why she’s gotten fakes to
trick us.”
“Yes, they must be fake.”
“What’s fake?”
Vivian had long before noticed the commotion outside her door. Thus, she walked out and asked
about it.
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