The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Chapter 597 The Water Poured By Cedrick

Nico was rendered speechless by Cedrick’s lecture. However, instead of getting upset, he laughed foolishly. “You’re right, Cedrick. Every word you say is a famous quote, and I’ll listen to you without question.”

He didn’t mind being reprimanded as long as his salary wasn’t deducted.

Concealing what was on his mind, he smiled ingratiatingly at Cedrick.

Cedrick stared at him. “You enjoy being reprimanded? Do you have a masochistic tendency?”

Nico replied, “No. I only enjoy being reprimanded by you.”

Disgusted by Nico’s cheesy remarks, Cedrick felt goosebumps crawling all over his skin. Hence, he quickly dismissed Nico. “Stop wasting time. ‘Go and do your push–ups and after that, do a handstand against the wall. Time yourself. I won’t be watching you.”

“Got it,” Nico responded cheerfully. “Rest assured that I will behave myself, Cedrick. Even if you’re not watching. I’ll finish it properly without missing a second.”

Cedrick eyed him coldly and said nothing else.

Doing push–ups and handstands against the wall were good ways to build a strong physique. It was not a difficult feat for Nico though it could be quite tiring.

The only sounds in the office were the noise of Cedrick typing away on his keyboard and Nico’s occasional heavy panting.

Doing a handstand for more than four hours straight was a challenge much more intense than push–ups.

Sweat trickled down Nico’s body, dripping onto the wooden floor in front of him and seeping into his eyes, which made him feel a little uncomfortable.

Just like that, he spent almost half of the morning doing a handstand in Cedrick’s office.

After holding on for two hours, Nico found the veins on his muscular arms bulging from the exertion. His breathing also became increasingly labored as his arms trembled.

Cedrick observed Nico through the corner of his eye while sorting out the documents at hand.

director, Nico had no complaints at all when enduring

strict teachers at

Nico. Although he was aggressive, he had a kind nature.

drastically after being promoted to deputy director and becoming the head of

wonder if Nico will become like that in the future…

train of thought ended there,

at Nico who was near the wall, clearly

for over four hours is intense exercise. You’re already struggling when you’re only

“You’re training me for my own good. I’ve been on missions for the past year and haven’t been training on my own. I slacked off, so I don’t see any problem

reply was sincere and honest,

would never resent Cedrick or develop such rebellious thoughts toward

all, if it weren’t for Cedrick back then, he might have died on the chaotic battlefield at the borderlands. His life would end at the age of ten,

stubborn and grateful person who would remember others‘ kindness toward him for a lifetime, and he was confident that he would never hesitate even if Cedrick were

couldn’t see Cedrick’s expression clearly. Nevertheless, he still gritted his teeth and tried to push his body’s potential to

timer. I’ll note down the remaining time. Do watch your mouth in the future, for I’ll double

“Thank you, Cedrick.”

granted amnesty, Nico landed on his feet agilely but

so sore and weak, and as soon as he stabilized himself, a

at Cedrick, who was holding the glass of water, in shock. His eyes, which were already bloodshot from the sweat, turned even

glass of water and handed it

to react. He was confused, for Cedrick was being exceptionally

was even wondering if more tormenting punishments would await him after he finished the glass of water. Am I going to end up like Craig, who was tortured in this same office the other day?

his usual aloof demeanor. “You’re about to be promoted to deputy director soon, and everyone will

taunt scared Nico to no end.

to you that I’m able to become the deputy director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation. I will always remember your kindness

patiently extended his hand which was holding

moved by Cedrick’s words. “Yes. We’re comrades, family,