Chapter 79

I had already reserved a private room at a fancy restaurant. On the table for ten, I put out the Bordeaux I had brought along. It was the wine Jared left at home, and I used it as a favor.

Of course, the few wine–loving top executives stared right at the bottle, eager to get a taste. “Mr. Holcomb and Mrs. Holcomb seem close. Mrs. Holcomb, you’re lucky.”

“Yeah, Mr. Holcomb’s young and successful, and he spoils you. You’ve got a good thing going.”

I was tired of these polite compliments. If Jared and I didn’t keep up appearances, nobody would know we hadn’t talked in three days or had any intimacy in over a year.

Jared carried himself like a powerful man. Wearing a black shirt, he looked even more distinguished. Every move showed his confidence.

support going forward. Let’s eat,” Jared said with a

drinking. Someone poured wine into my glass. I reached for it, but suddenly a big hand blocked it. Then Jared

that, everyone looked at us with a knowing glance. I looked at Jared and thought he was nuts. “Mrs. Holcomb, you’re lucky. You and Mr. Holcomb

two have great genes. Have

Then, right away, I picked up Jared’s glass and smiled, “Pregnancy prep? Once we build the Harmonia Hotel brand and make it big, then we’ll think about another

downed Jared’s Bordeaux in one go. I saw his face go pale instantly. Nobody noticed the quiet battle between Jared and me.

headed to the bathroom.

fast.

face flushed bright

washing his hands. Jared’s face appeared next to mine. His eyes cooled down a bit. “Don’t you your

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