Love You Enough to Leave You

Chapter 153 Choosing Bodyguards 3

“It’s me. Hiring a bodyguard is also a last-minute plan,” Amelia said, her tone slightly distant and perfunctory. She was naturally guarded against strangers and tended to give off an aloof vibe. Only after truly getting to know her would they find out her real personality was actually rather adorable.

Gary Laird was in the business of security services. Though he looked intimidating on the outside, he had a keen eye for details. It was pretty apparent to him that Amelia was deliberately distancing herself from him.

“I’m guessing your husband’s family should be quite well-off?” Gary held back on his admiration. He and Amelia weren’t close enough yet. Besides, she was also a married woman. If he were to express his true feelings for her, he was afraid they wouldn’t even be able to be friends then.

Amelia smiled faintly. “I suppose it’s not bad. At the very least, there’s no need to worry about my next meal.”

Tiffany chimed in, “Gary, is it necessary to check on our backgrounds when choosing a bodyguard?”

Gary chuckled. “Please don’t misunderstand. I wasn’t checking on your backgrounds per se. It’s just that ordinary families wouldn’t usually hire a bodyguard nor have the means to do so. Since you’re looking to hire one, I assumed your family must be rather well-off. Amelia’s husband is likely either a businessman or a government official. Only people with power would deem this amount of money insignificant. To ordinary families, it is almost equivalent to daylight robbery.”

Tiffany made a thumbs-up gesture and praised, “You’re indeed an accomplished businessman. Your insight is superb.”

“This is merely basic evaluation. Moreover, your dressing style alone says a lot about you. You exude an aura that ordinary people don’t usually have. It only takes one glance to tell the difference,” he explained.

A flash of admiration flickered in Tiffany’s gaze. She could sense that the man before her wasn’t as intimidating as he seemed. Perhaps in certain aspects of life, he could be aggressive. But when it came to working, he was very detailed and prudent. It was no wonder his security firm was renowned. It wouldn’t have been possible without an equally capable owner.

As the famous quote went—Do not judge a book by its cover.

Gary continued, “Are you encountering any difficulties, Amelia? Although we’ve only met twice and are merely acquaintances, I’m a man who values friendship. As long as I’ve acknowledged someone, I’d give my all to that person should they require my help.”

“It isn’t that serious. My husband’s side of the family is prominent in the business industry. Tiff was just concerned that there would be people who’d be blinded by greed. That’s why we thought of hiring a couple of bodyguards as a safety measure. After all, I’m heavily pregnant. I can’t afford to get into any accidents.”

Gary nodded. “I will pick three suitable candidates based on your criteria. If you’re satisfied with them, then we can sign the contract.”

Tiffany’s fingers were tapping a rhythm on the table. “Gary, you said not to talk about payment, but we’re not freeloaders either. What is the market rate for bodyguards? We’ll pay the same price as what every other customer does. We may be easy-going folks, but if you’re insincere, then we can forget about this cooperation.”

“Tiffany, I must say, I’ve never met a woman like you. People who try to get close to me are more or less hoping to gain some advantage for themselves. You, on the other hand, are so insistent for me not to offer you a discount.” He laughed. “It seems I made a good judgment in friends indeed. Rest assured. The price will be reasonable.”

said, “Then I’ll thank you on behalf of

a glimpse of Amelia. The latter raised her glass as well

against one another, toasting with water instead of

dishes, a soup, and a specially brewed broth for pregnancy. The sheer amount of food laid out on the table resembled a delicious

to prepare this. It’s very beneficial for the baby. You have to drink more of it. Your arms and legs are

found

a considerate man, Gary. It’s a total contrast from your appearance. Whoever gets to be your wife will be living in bliss. Amelia,

nodded, maintaining her

chats during the meal,

got in the car, Gary asked,

delectable. It wasn’t too greasy and was suitable for my palate. The soup was thick and creamy. I’ve lived

We just had breakfast at half-past ten and weren’t hungry at first. However, the food in the restaurant was simply too mouth-watering. One bite and

glad to hear that. If you guys would like to dine there in the future, simply mention my name and you’ll be able to

generous man, but as I said earlier, we’re not freeloaders,”

merely smiled in

Tiffany to his office. He picked up the telephone and dialed a number. “Queenie, tell

the door in less than

looks, wearing short-sleeved T-shirts. Although they looked thin, their arms were rather muscular. As for the woman, she stood at

of them

name Winters. If they’re satisfied with the three of you, you’ll work under them from today onward. You are all here to get to

hardly attended to clients personally. That was the job of the company’s manager. After all, the security firm was merely one of Gary’s many businesses.

the bewildered expressions on the trio, Gary continued, “Amelia, Tiffany, let me introduce you.

stretched out a hand and said, “My name is Amelia

out their hands at the same time. They felt rather flattered as she was

the woman named Riley Hope was seemingly sizing up Amelia with a guarded look in her gaze. She questioned, “Ms. Winters, don’t mind me asking, what’s your relationship with Gary? He typically never personally receives a client,

could more or less guess why that was so. “I’m married. Your boss and I are ordinary friends,” she

Her face flushed in shame. She had only been focused on Amelia’s face earlier. As she had worked with Gary for several years, she naturally knew what sort of woman he was attracted to—a pretty face, voluptuous body but never skimpily dressed—all