Celestial Queen: Revenge Is Sweet When You’re A Zillionaire Heiress

Chapter 1188:

After a brief pause, Harlee responded, “I understand.”

“No, my dear Harlee, you don’t. Rhys’ memory may be stuck at twelve, but don’t you think his intelligence, mental capacity, and appearance are just like any other man’s?” Jonathan moved to sit closer to her, taking a deep breath.

“This morning, I subtly tested it, and it was evident that Rhys felt jealous because of my presence. You didn’t pick up on that, and that’s the issue. Just now, Rhys was upset because you treated him like a child, and you failed to recognize that too.”

Harlee’s eyes widened in astonishment. Jealous? Was Rhys actually jealous of Jonathan?

Jonathan gazed at Harlee.

“See? You’re this shocked at my words. Rhys has every justification for being upset.”

Jonathan rose to his feet, moving toward Robbie while opening a fresh document.

“Let’s start by tackling the next strategy.”

Rhys, her tendency to prioritize work remained

me

he

their discussion ended, Jonathan didn’t engage further with

him, assuring her that he’d always be available. Jonathan left the study at a measured pace, seemingly anticipating Harlee to call him

room stayed silent even after he crossed the threshold. Suddenly,

content

to see what he

he spotted Rhys nearby,

you.” Rhys’ eyes were sharp and

do you want to discuss?” After a brief silence, Jonathan seemed to piece things together and

“Go ahead.

Ask anything.”

hadn’t disclosed much

Harlee and likely stayed silent, while the uninformed