Mr billionaire's regret chasing his irresistible wife by Gabby Emmanuel

A shocker.

(ARIELLE'S POV)

The next morning, I got prepared and left for work early. With all I overheard the previous night, I would rather not face Jared or Sofia.

As I boarded a cab to work, I couldn't stop thinking about how to come up with a plan to send Sofia away and take back control of my life and marriage.

I arrived at work and tried to distract myself with tasks and meetings, while also trying to evade Rebecca's curiosity on why Jared didn't drive me to work.

During lunch break, Ashley stopped at the restaurant on my plea. I really needed to talk to her in person because if there was anyone who could help me, it was her.

Seated in my office, Ashley cut to the chase. "So, have you come up with a plan yet?"

I shook my head, feeling frustrated. "No, I haven't. I've been thinking about it all morning, but can't think of anything."

"You have to, Arielle," Ashley said, sitting up on the seat, her expression serious. "Before things get out of control. Sofia is already plotting your divorce; who knows what she's capable of?"

"I know. It's just that, every idea I come up with seems ridiculous or impossible. You know how adamant Jared is, about her living with us. I'm so tired and clueless."

Ashley sighed and went silent, an act she does whenever she was in thought. "Actually, I thought of something," she finally said.

"Really?" I asked, leaning forward in expectancy.

Ashley nodded. "Yes. I think you should do something endearing to soften Jared's mind, and get him to have a rethink."

My eyes narrowed. I wasn't expecting that. "Something like what?"

"Something like preparing his favorite meal. You know how much he loves eating your food. After cooking, ask that you both eat alone in your dining room upstairs. Emphasis on alone, Sofia shouldn't be there. Lastly, make sure you look and smell nice, too." My brows shot up in confusion. "Is that your plan?"

hear me

urging

dinner, relax, and then you can bring up the topic. This time, approach it in a more polite and convincing way. Explain how you feel, and why you think Sofia's presence is putting a strain on your

a moment. It wasn't a bad idea. Maybe, a calm and

sighed.

"That's the spirit. And please, Arielle, when I mean "look nice," I don't mean one of your neutral night gowns. I mean something hot, and if possible, transparent. All your goodies

to hit her, but she ducked. "You, silly girl. You didn't have to spell

lingerie from Jennifer's secret." As she said those words, Ashley grabbed her handbag and hurriedly rose from the chair because this time, I was

her wristwatch. "Okay. I have to

I asked, pouting. "At least,

sneaked a peak at her watch again. "I really

let me see you

out of the office, she gasped. "Oh, I almost

handbag and pulled out a ffier, handing it to me. "Here, when you get Jared to change his mind, tonight, you two can attend this marriage conference being held during the weekend. It will

accepted the flier, grateful. "Thanks, Ash. You're a

to leave. Good luck

returned to work, but my mind was preoccupied with the task

that

prepare. I knew I had to leave work early to start cooking before hr got

and beckoned her over. "Rebecca, I need

""What is it, Ma?"

to something important, and I was wondering

nodded. "Of course, I'd be happy to help. What time do you

"As soon as possible."

ahead, then. But you have to give me the lowdown,

gossip, that one. I thanked her and hurried off to my office. I gathered my things and exited the

where I had to buy fresh seafood and ingredients for the Sushi. As I boarded a cab home after making my purchases, I texted Ashley to fill her in on