Loveless Marriage novel Chapter 121

"You!"

Having not expected her to be so stubborn, Lexie had no choice but to leave while holding back her anger.

After she left, Minh knocked on the door and entered. He handed over the file to Isabella and then asked worriedly: "Did that Miss Perez make things difficult to you? She looked extremely terrible when she left. "

Minh had already known they were in discord after the cold coffee event. Moreover, Isabella was pregnant at that time and Lexie used to be Christian's secretary, it was not hard for him to imply something.

Isabella laughed unconcernedly, "She didn't get what she wants, so naturally she wasn't very happy?"

"What did she want?" Minh suddenly became excited.

"…"

Isabella went silent for a second, then said: "Don't look at me like a gossiper.You should have interview her just now."

Minh laughed, "You just hurt her hurt. If I do it once again, I think she will slap me on face."

Isabella pursed her lips, "Cunning bird. Alright, go back to work. I'm okay."

"Oh, okay." Minh nodded. Suddenly, He looked at her and smiled, "Miss Jones, tomorrow you can dress whatever you want. Don't have to be so formal. Be relax. I definitely won't force you to drink."

Thinking that he was probably taking care of her, she gently smiled, "Except drinking, anything else is fine. Otherwise, they may be suspicious."

If he were to be considered as flattering his superior and had a glib tongue, it won't be 

"Okay, got it."

...

On the next day after work, Isabella drove the car to the reserved restaurant with a few subordinates. 

Considering it as a relaxation after a busy few days, Isabella also felt relieved and enjoyed the food. 

When everyone raised their glasses, Isabella took a glass of juice. With an apologetic smile, she said, "I have to go to the hospital later, so I'm afraid I can't drink this time. But I won't spoil the mood. Cheers."

Minh stood up first with a smile, "It's fine, Miss Jones. We can drink some other time."

"That's right, cheers!"

"Yes, cheers! Minh, congratulations!"

"…"

After that, the entire room was bustling with noise and excitement. Everyone drank and laughed. Even though Isabella couldn't drink wine, she still had a lot of soft drinks. For several times, Minh wanted to help her but she rejected him.

For those people who didn't know the real reason, they may have misunderstandings seeing Minh help her. She didn't want him to get into trouble. 

At the end of the meal, she stood up and said with a smile, "You guys drink. I'll go to the washroom."

"Miss Jones, have you drunk too much?" Someone was drunk and started to joke with her.

Isabella teased: "Maybe, but I didn't drink as much as you. Take it easy, or you might be punished by your wife later on.

"Ha ha …" Everyone laughed out.

The moment Isabella walked out of the room, Minh chased her up and ask concernedly: "Are you okay? Miss Jones?"

Isabella blinked her eyes, saying: "Yes, I'm fine. I just sat there eating and drinking soft drinks."

"However …" She looked around and laughed, "You generous guy. Although you just entered the company and it's normal to treat us to a meal, it doesn't have to be such a luxury restaurant. They're not narrow-minded people, so an ordinary restaurant would be fine."

Minh lowered his head and scratched his head in embarrassment, "Huh I didn't notice that...I just wanted to cheer everyone up, as you guys have been taking care of me, so I should treat you for this dinner."

Isabella casually wrapped her arms around her chest and tilted her head, saying: "Starred hotel, a large private room, the best wine and drinks … With your salary... It's not even enough to pay for a dish. Are you even taking them to the KTV up there?"

With his eyes opened wide, Minh asked, "How do you know that?"

Isabella's smile faded. She suddenly looked at him expressionlessly, then laughed sinisterly: "Brat, don't tell me … You are a hidden rich kid?"

Although it was her first time see him spending so much money at a time, he didn't look like a poor intern either. She had seen a lot of rich kids before, but if this was true, she still felt a bit weird. 

Having not Isabella would guess like that, Minh was startled for a moment, then smiled sinisterly: "Turns out that your eyes, I have such a good temperament."

Isabella raised her eyebrows, "In my eyes, those rich second generations are all people who eat their hands off, and the money you spent indeed makes me suspicious."

"..."

Minh sighed in frustration, then whispered to her ears: "I borrowed all this money from a friend. Miss Jones, I only told this to you, and you have to save me some face."

Isabella's expression slightly changed. Then she looked at him seriously: "How about I pay for it? I'll treat you this meal."

Although she was so lack of money now, she thought she should still help Minh out. 

"Please don't do that." Minh immediately waved his hand and said helplessly: "I just wanted you to save some face for me, while you hit me like that. I'm still so young, and earning money is easy for me. I may even have more motivation to work if I owe some money."

Isabella's expression stiffened as she smiled awkwardly, "Uh, sorry … Forget about it. Alright, go back. I'll go to the washroom now. "

Sure enough, the pride of a young boy could never be hurt. It was so awkward just now.

With that, she left for the washroom. 

While Isabella was washing her hands by the sink, the phone in her bag suddenly vibrated.

Being stunned for a moment, she wiped her hands by a tissue. Then she took out her phone as she walked out.

"Hello?"

"hospital now?"

"I'll be there later. I'm having dinner with my colleagues now." Isabella explained blandly, whose low voice sounded very gentle and soft in the tranquil corridor.

"Don't go that noisy place as long as you can. Find an excuse and leave. You'll have to go to the hospital before go back home, so you don't have much time to rest." The man's soft voice came from the other side, and was powerful and low. His room seemed very quiet.

Isabella didn't refute him but only replied a 'yes'. In the end, she asked , "You … still at the company?"