Goodbye Cheater Hello CEO’s Wife by Payne Walter

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Isabella was stunned. She thought for a while and nodded. “I see. I’ll tell Gwen that she lacks confidence the next time we meet. She shouldn’t dislike Victor simply because he’s beautiful, even though Victor doesn’t appear to have any other redeeming qualities other than being good–looking

“Did Victor offend you? Your evaluation of him doesn’t seem very high.” Clayton was puzzled. Victor’s biggest worry since childhood had been the fact that there were so many women who were obsessed with him. Apart from his four assistants, Isabella and her friends were the only ones who seemed to be indifferent to his looks.

“He said I was childish, but in fact, he’s the childish one. He’s narcissistic, clearly a sign of immaturity, and behaves like a child.” Isabella pursed her lips at the thought of Victor.

Clayton was speechless. He wondered why they ended up talking about Victor when they were discussing her work issues earlier.

Isabella suddenly thought of a question. “Clayton, does Rayson International have nepotism?”

Clayton thought for a moment before replying, “Nepotism exists everywhere. Rayson International doesn’t oppose employees introducing their relatives and friends to work, but we have a comprehensive assessment system. There is no place for someone whose abilities do not meet the requirements. Those who managed to stay are here due to their abilities. However, in terms of resource allocation, relatives are not allowed to work together in some of the departments.”

Isabella nodded. “That sounds reasonable. want to use the same system, would you let me reference your assessment system?”

“Of course, everything I own is also yours. Feel free to use them,” Clayton smiled.

Blushing, Isabella glared at him.

“Two–thirds of our department has nepotistic relationships with the Vaughn family.” Isabella shared her work–related matters with Clayton.

“There are only a few people who really get things done, and Rihanna and I are currently very busy because of it,” she explained.

“Rihanna’s your colleague? What’s her last name?” Clayton suddenly thought of someone.

“Yes, the two of us are the only interns in the department. Rihanna’s last name is Leslie. She is a beautiful girl who does not speak much and has a cold personality, but I like her,” she replied.

Clayton nodded and didn’t say anything. Perhaps he was overthinking.

“Are you really not considering joining Rayson International?” he asked.

“No, Rihanna and I are doing great together. If I leave, Rihanna will be lonely by herself. It may be exhausting, but we can learn a lot too,” she responded.

“But I’m worried you will overwork yourself,” Clayton looked at her dotingly.

“Then treat me to delicious food more often.” Isabella smiled adorably.

“Sure!” Seeing her happy, Clayton didn’t say anything more. He loved her, but he wouldn’t treat her like a kept companion.

He liked seeing her happy smile, and he also liked her perseverance.

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He would shelter her, but he would not limit her ability to weather storms.

After a passionate night, Isabella fell asleep in Clayton’s embrace. Clayton washed her body, dressed her in pajamas, and held her close, admiring her peaceful sleeping face.

His phone suddenly vibrated, indicating that there were urgent matters at such a late hour.

Clayton put Isabella down gently and went to the study to answer the phone.

It was Connor calling, and just as he ended the call, another came in from Victor.

trouble.” Victor’s tone was grave.

me. Get the plane ready. We’ll

with you,” Victor

situation could be dangerous. I’ll go

care! You

We’ll say I took you away to help me handle

his phone and stood by the window, staring out into the night sky, pondering all

peaceful life. They did not ask for much, as they had no desire for

of the room.

in disbelief.

had dressed

prepared the breakfast, Clayton?”

wash up, then

eat.” Clayton didn’t answer her

to wash up and sat down, eager to

out

out to buy breakfast

as she ate.

bring it here.” Clayton sipped his milk.

people like that so early in the

heart softened as he saw Isabella

“Is it

nodded. “I’ll have Kayson come over to fetch you to and from work these days.

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make Elsie come every day. Kayson doesn’t need to pick me up

Let others take care

fine. When you’re not home, I can make something simple, like pasta. There’s no need to trouble Elsie.” She did not want to bother anyone, and she did not particularly enjoy having

for a moment. “Then I’ll have Kayson take you out

can take care of myself. By the way, I didn’t hear you mention anything about going on a business trip

came up last minute that I need to attend to,” Clayton replied truthfully.

careful. Have you packed your luggage? Also, won’t Kayson and the others be busy when you’re gone? I shouldn’t trouble him, I’ll take

“Let him escort

care of yourself on your

to assist Clayton with his

head and suddenly bent down

finished eating and hadn’t

he was satisfied, leaving her

Clayton caressed her lips with his index finger, murmuring

weight of his words, Isabella pulled Clayton closer, looking at him with concern. “Clayton, is something

perceptiveness. “No, it’s

care of yourself” Isabella

her hair. “Are you

and laughed. “I don’t want to be a widow.”

pinning her against the wall, his hand slipping under her clothes. “Perhaps I

quickly apologized, “I’m sorry. Please forgive

chuckled and released her, pulling her

gently in

can’t bear to leave you.”