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.

nameplate, her

toward her, his handsome features accentuated by the silver mask, his voice rich and

looked into his deep eyes, wondering if he

those things last night, I didn’t mean to join your company. I just wanted to say that you shouldn’t mourn Elaine’s loss; I can be capable, too, a

her eyes, and Ludwik

throat, leaning close to whisper, “Mmm, I saw your capabilities

caught on, glaring at him for his occasional lack of

Chapte

playfully tugging at fier earlobe, then resting on her shoulder, pulling her

is a sign of my sincerity Didn’t you complain that I was

decided to spoil a woman,

head, “I really have no designs on your company, and putting me

with intent. This was precisely

so why not elevate her to

status would make those people think twice before crossing her.

are not always comprehended by a

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

teasing, clearly did not take her business acumen

already in his as they entered

eastern part of downtown. Felix parked the car

left her with the same words, “Think about it. I’ll be at United Realty Corporation this morning and can introduce

in a

husband bringing his wife into his company, offering

brows.

she stepped into Skye Gem than her

number. She answered to hear Elaine’s voice, “Thanks to you, Whitney. I’m headed to the branch office today. Let’s meet. There are a few

“No

to know about Bro?” Elaine’s voice was

frowned, hesitated, and then agreed.

The eyes that watched Whitney

Whitney saw Elaine drop her pretense.

Whitney sat

can’t believe how shameless you are, clinging to Bro despite being branded

on to confront me about the fiancée issue. Ashton did not realize he was being used, and perhaps L didn’t either, but I did. You were convinced I’d crumble and leave, and even if I did, you wouldn’t let

protect herself, her child, and Valerie.

comfortable; your victory won’t last long. And don’t be smug.

paused, disbelief chilling

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