Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 131

Whitney bobbed her head, her voice a soft murmur. Without Elaine, I’ll be your right–hand woman.”

“Right–hand woman…

dwik looked down with a quirked eyebrow and for some reason, his thoughts took an

unexpected turn.

Maybe it was the way she snuggled into his embrace, so docile and sweet. After a day of struggle and strife, he led her to the bathroom. With a twist of the tap, a veil of steamy water cascaded down. He rested his hands on her delicate shoulders and coaxed her in a calm, husky voice, “Alright then, Madam, why don’t you contribute

When Whitney emerged, she was utterly bewildered.

He had tricked her again!

Biting her lip in a mix of shame and exhaustion, she let herself be cradled in his arms, too shy to meet his gaze. As sleep claimed her before she could finish their conversation, she succumbed to the fatigue.

Waking up the next day. Whitney’s hand searched the bed for L’s presence, only to find he was not there. Glancing at the time, she realized she had overslept.

Rushing through her morning routine, she hurried downstairs.

There he was, L, impeccably dressed in a suit, seated at the dining table with an untouched coffee cup.

Taryn had neatly organized his briefcase.

Was he waiting for her?

As Ludwik’s gaze lifted, capturing the sight of the drowsy, flushed young woman, she approached in a soft sweater dress, her belly slightly rounded.

His lips curled into a thin smirk, summoning Felix with a serious call.

Felix entered with a smile, extending two items to Whitney. “Madam, these are from the boss.”

One was a vice president nameplate from United Realty Corporation!

And the other, a black card.

“Madam, Boss upgraded the embossed black card he gave you before. This one gives you access to all his assets, meaning you can spend until he’s bankrupt,” Felix said, his lips curling mischievously.

Whitney’s jaw nearly hit the floor.

pointed at the ‘Vice President‘ nameplate, her heart skipping a beat.

said, stepping toward her, his handsome

Whitney looked into his deep eyes,

your company. I just wanted to say

her eyes,

close to whisper, “Mmm, I saw your capabilities last night.”

night? In the bathroom? Whitney’s face flushed as she caught

Chapte

then resting on her shoulder,

into the company is a sign of my sincerity

a woman, he

yet she shook her head, “I really have no designs on your company, and putting me in

intent. This

not elevate her to

would make those people think twice before crossing her.

always comprehended by a woman. He pinched her chin, saying, “Think

you really want to help me, then join. And let me see for myself how

teasing, clearly did not take her business acumen seriously.

pouted, her hand already in his as

in the eastern part of downtown. Felix

the same words, “Think about it. I’ll be at United

curled in a suggestive smile.

bringing his wife into his company, offering her

blushed, gathering her brows. “I’ll be going

no sooner had she stepped into Skye Gem

hear Elaine’s voice, “Thanks to you, Whitney. I’m headed to the branch office today. Let’s meet.

“No need.”

about Bro?” Elaine’s voice

frowned, hesitated, and then

the corner lamp. The eyes that watched

the first time, Whitney saw Elaine drop her pretense.

and indifferent, Whitney sat gracefully.

“I can’t believe how shameless you are, clinging to Bro

was being used, and perhaps L didn’t either, but I did. You were convinced I’d crumble and leave, and

herself, her child, and

her fists, suddenly sneering. “Don’t get too comfortable; your victory won’t last long. And don’t be smug. Whitney, I’ll tell you,

disbelief chilling

leaned in, her smile carrying ominous undertones, “His savior, someone he’s kept hidden deep within his