Mr. Chairman’s Devious Wife by Brey Mitchylle

Chapter 26

Dr. Mulach adjusted his tie, ensuring its perfection before he smiled at his reflection and exited his car. Stepping out into the parking lot across. Tranquil Haven Rehabilitation Center, he took a moment to appreciate. the serene surroundings.

The dim glow of street lamps cast long shadows on the asphalt, and the crisp Illinois air hinted at the approaching dawn. The sky transitioned from the deep hues of night to a soft palette of purples and blues.

The reason Dr. Mulach chose this place was his love for the cold. Growing up in a location without snow, living in Illinois had always been a dream.

He tapped his jacket, ensuring the cash was still there before proceeding towards the rehabilitation center.

However, just before reaching the center’s door, he heard another car nearby. Turning, his eyes widened at the sight of a police vehicle.

“Dr. Mulach?” a man in a black uniform called out.

“Yes, good morning, officers. How may I help you?” The officer paused, scrutinizing Dr. Mulach.

“Please come with us.

“What?” Dr. Mulach’s face immediately turned ugly.

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It was almost noon when Sofia woke up. After a quick stretch, she took a bath. Currently staying in the guest room of Alexander’s house, she didn’t want to go to the office right away after the incident that left her shaken. However, she knew she had to face recent events.

After donning decent office clothing, she grabbed her things and made her

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“Eh?” she froze upon seeing Alexander in the living room, talking on his phone.

Why was this man here? She thought he would be at his office, considering it was a workday. As the chairman of the Beaumont Empire, he must be busy.

Luckily, he didn’t notice her as he was facing the floor–to–ceiling windows that offered a view of the city. She quickly turned around, not intending to disturb him.

glad that you’re awake,” she heard him

turned towards Alexander; it seemed his call had

going to the kitchen?” he

“Y–Yes.”

breakfast that I made. I did not wake you up. I know you. were not able to have a good

and even stayed at home. Was

Dr. Mulach

immediately, her expression changed. “What

five countries. It is only

what about my mother?” She quickly checked her phone, finding missed calls from Lawrence, Charlotte, and Daniel. She had forwarded all business calls

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She thought they wanted to convince her to stay in

of doctors under your name.” Seeing her reaction, he

“No. 1-”

disturbing news last night. I chose not to tell you those things because of how shaken you were… however, instead of waiting. I

understanding what he was trying to say. What move? They agreed that this marriage was self–serving. Both of

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mother died after I was born…” Alexander said. He walked towards the long couch and picked up a tablet, then handed it to her. “It took me long time

read the contents of the

in Vietnam. Smuggling can be very difficult if one does not have a connection. For years, I have been searching for any clues of

reading the contents. “The

was detected in Vancouver. Then in Alaska. As far as I know, it

“And you think that

in the undaround market

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of the state

felt her limbs go numb. She

sitting beside her as

earned its notorious reputation for its potent yet deceivingly slow- acting toxicity. Locals, well aware