The Ex and Her Riches novel (Gwendolyn and Maverick)

Gwendolyn remained silent as she observed him.

Channing let out a sigh, his expression filled with a mixture of sorrow and helplessness.

Even though he was the boss of the black market, he still had to abide by his wife’s strict rules after becoming a parent. He confessed, “To be honest, Mrs. Jenson, my wife is incredibly strict and fierce. Ever since we had a child, she has forbidden me from drinking or smoking. I’d be in big trouble if she ever found out. But given the nature of my work, it’s inevitable that I indulge in these vices while entertaining guests. So I can only do it in secret, always having to take a bath outside before returning home to rid myself of any lingering odors.”

He laughed awkwardly, though a glimmer of appreciation gleamed in his eyes.

Despite his complaints, it was evident that he felt blessed to have a wife who cared for his well-being.

Gwendolyn couldn’t help but be reminded of Cedrick, whom she had also forbidden from smoking and consuming alcohol to safeguard their baby’s health.

She couldn’t help but wonder if Cedrick had been drinking alcohol and smoking behind her back.

However, she quickly dismissed the thought with a smile, knowing that Cedrick would never dare defy her.

Compared to Channing, he was much more honest and deeply committed to their family.

Gwendolyn pushed aside her musings and responded with a warm smile, “Yes, I understand the challenges of balancing work and family, Mr. Kron. One can never be too careful when there’s a baby at home.”

Channing wasn’t certain if Gwendolyn had fully bought into his story, but he proceeded to show her photos of his child on his phone. “Mrs. Jenson, I truly didn’t mean any harm to your child by resorting to such extreme measures. I only did it out of desperation. Please believe me.”

Gwendolyn accepted his phone and began scrolling through the gallery, seeing pictures of Channing’s family as well as intimate moments between him and his child.

She proceeded to tap on the top right corner of the screen to view the photo details and confirmed that they were recent and unaltered.

“All right, I believe you, Mr. Kron.”

Just as Gwendolyn finished speaking, the dogs outside the villa began barking furiously.

Surprised, she asked, “Do you have dogs?”

Channing was equally taken aback. “No, this is a private villa located in the woods. My wife and I only visit occasionally during the summer or vacations. We don’t even have a caretaker, let alone dogs here.”

Gwendolyn, causing her face to pale.

“Mr. Jenson? His dog sounds aggressive. I hope he isn’t

her seat and made her way to the door, with Channing and

the garden and saw

typical military attire, he appeared clean and well-groomed in a

hands cuffed, as they turned to

leaving his bodyguards

stated, “It’s an honor to have Mr.

gates swung open, Gwendolyn swiftly approached

to make sure

to collaborate with the military to uncover the mastermind behind the milk powder

displeased with her putting herself

after explaining the situation to Mrs.

as he held onto Gwendolyn’s hand tightly, seeking comfort and security in her presence and

walked into the villa with Gwendolyn in tow, signaling

villa and instinctively chose a seat on

a cup of tea before discreetly escorting the remaining bodyguards out of the hall. This left Gwendolyn, Channing, and

were alone, Cedrick lifted his cup of tea and took a sip, sampling the tea from Channing’s

remarked, “This is the latest batch of Earl Grey for the year. The taste might not be as exceptional since the housekeepers aren’t here to prepare it, and the bodyguards might not be as familiar with the brewing process. I

thoughts and emotions. He couldn’t help but wonder if Cedrick was angry,

an effort to lighten the mood, Channing reached into his coat pocket and pulled out a box of fine

his head without any hesitation whatsoever. “My wife forbids me from

a knowing smile on his face. “Ah, so you’re just as the rumors describe, a devoted husband

as he

patted his chest

the sincerity in Channing’s words during their brief exchange, realizing he wasn’t

appreciating the rare occurrence of encountering such a carefree

that you’re interested in a collaboration. How do you propose we

everything he had discussed

have your suspects, Mr. Jenson. Given my understanding of the workings of the underworld, I can utilize my connections and engage in gray area business to establish communication with your suspect. We can even form a partnership for a seamless operation