Mr. Wright and Mrs. Right by Minerva Sowle

Chapter 282 Cedrick Is Playing With Fire

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Inside the minimalistic black–and–white study, Cedrick accepted Nico’s cigarette and promptly held it under his nose to smell it.

If someone else had done the same thing, chances were they’d look rather creepy and repulsive.

Cedrick, however, did it with such effortless elegance that it seemed like he was enjoying a glass of champagne.

After inhaling the tobacco fragrance for almost a minute, he tossed the cigarette into the trash can without hesitation.

Nico, who had already prepared his lighter, widened his eyes in shock when he saw the unlit cigarette being thrown away.

“Boss… Aren’t you going to smoke it?”

Cedrick put his hand to his forehead and sighed. “If I do, the cigarette smell will linger on my clothes and around the study. Given how sharp she is, I won’t be able to hide it from her. Besides, smoking isn’t healthy… Taking a whiff of the tobacco is good enough.”

Upon hearing that, Nico nodded thoughtfully.

“By the way, remember to take the trash out when you leave.”

“Yes, Boss.”

Whether it was a form of self–consolation or not, Cedrick had to admit he felt much better after smelling the cigarette.

Say, this method is ingenious! Not only do I get a kick out of it, but I can also easily hide it from Gwendolyn. I should do this more often!

“This cigarette brand smells pretty good. Nico, buy a few packs for me when you’re free this afternoon and hide them in one of the drawers.”

“In the villa?” Nico replied, mouth agape as he drew a sharp breath. “You sure are gutsy, Boss! You’re knowingly breaking the law on Ms. Gwendolyn’s doorstep!”

My goodness… He’s playing with fire!

Cedrick calmly rubbed his temples. “Gwenny’s busy in the day and doesn’t look through the drawers much when she’s home. Just stash the cigarettes away in a secluded corner. She won’t find them.”

Nico, however, remained doubtful. Really? That doesn’t sound right… Wait a minute. Is Boss reminding me that he’s a masochist and is intentionally looking for ways to be punished? Is he feeling restless because it’s been a while since Ms. Gwendolyn disciplined him? Yes, come to think of it, I still remember how I got a pay raise when Boss got beaten up the last time…

mind, Nico couldn’t help but sigh internally. Well, it’s not like I can ask Boss to clarify… There’s no way a proud, distinguished man like him will ever admit to being a masochist. Then again, if this is what he likes,

had yet to answer him, Cedrick turned to him with a raised eyebrow, “Have I not made

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brows. That must be his way of telling me

hint!

sure you’ve thought it through?” the man said. What if Ms. Gwendolyn gets out of control with the beating,

was baffled and

it! I’ll get it done right away!” the latter blurted out before leaving the study and closing the door

a thousand questions running through

wrong with Nico today? Why do

had been busy shooting a

period drama that boasted an excellent script and a famous director at

had clinched the lead actress role with Treyton’s help, and if she could make the most

decided to visit her at the filming

arrived on set, Jennifer was in the midst of her

her gorgeous period costume, the latter smiled brightly and waved at Gwendolyn, her

ado, Gwendolyn returned the smile and walked over

had settled

“This morning, Papilio Girls received an invitation to Ms. Ferguson’s birthday party. The Ferguson family wants

brows. “This morning, huh? Your manager has yet

the Ferguson residence

always looked down on those who work in the entertainment industry. The fact that she has taken the initiative to invite

prompting Gwendolyn to give her a reassuring

worry. There’s no harm checking it out,” the latter comforted. “Treyton and I

I know. I trust

her eyes as she thought of Eloise. “It’s been a

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