The Kiss that Sparked it All

Chapter 1432

Bartlett stared at her with an intense gaze. “You and Theo never really tied the knot, you know. That ceremony was just a ruse to make his old man happy, and you didn’t even have any significant witnesses.

Now, you’re basically working for their family without any official recognition. No matter how much you do for them, the day they decide you’re no longer of use, they can cut you loose. And then, you’ll be left with nothing.”

Ellinor hit the return key one last time, saving her document.

She then tiredly yawned and turned to Bartlett. “So, you think I’m helping the Blanchets in hopes of getting a piece of their pie?”

Bartlett shook his head. “Of course not. But when they use you and then cast you aside, it’s going to hurt.”

Ellinor shrugged. “Whether I’m being used or whether I’m doing this with no recognition, it doesn’t matter. Until we find Theo, I’ll hold down the fort. When he returns, I’ll give it back to him, just as it was. Everything else is inconsequential.”

watched her as he fell silent.

she was doing. She knew what

girl couldn’t be

drew him to her was this very

decided not to say anything that would

what you’re doing. Enough about that, Ellinor. Today’s your first day as the temporary CEO of Blanchet Corporation, and I

bottled water, giving him no quarter. “No

How about a relaxing dinner?” Ellinor replied,

Running a corporation and taking care

“That’s a relief then.” Although Bartlett was disappointed that, he couldn’t schedule dinner with Ellinor, he didn’t let that deter him from changing his strategy. “Ellinor, it’s been a while since I’ve seen

a one-on-one date. Surely, you’re not planning to take three kids to the

the harm in bringing along one more friend? It’s been a long time since I’ve been to an amusement park. Maybe