The Silent Wife

Chapter 99

“Hello, miss. Do you have a reservation?” the waltress at the entrance asked.

Rachel communicated in sign language, and the waitress was at a loss of what to do. Thus, she peered into the restaurant, trying to locate Justin.

“Miss Rachel, over here!” A crisp, clear voice came from a table next to the windows, and it was Gloria waving her hand at Rachel. She was dressed in a pale yellow dress with her hair down around her

shoulders, and her smile was refreshing and warm.

Rachel felt her heart drop, and her grip on her handbag tightened without her realizing. The seat was at the table next to the window, and the view outside was the bright lights of the city.

Why are you here?

“Justin is making a call right there,” Gloria explained, pointing to the outdoor dining area.

Through the French windows, Rachel saw his tall figure with his back facing the restaurant while he spoke into the phone, and a complicated look flashed in her eyes.

“What would you like to eat, Miss Rachel? We placed our orders earlier, but you should take a look as well,” Gloria said, pushing the menu to her. Rachel only managed to glance at the menu when Gloria added, “Why don’t you try this, Miss Rachel? I think it’s not bad, and this dessert as well. I ordered one earlier. Would you like one as well?”

Rachel froze for a moment and decided to stop flipping the menu, pushing it away. You can decide.

“I hope you won’t mind that I’m joining you guys for dinner.”

Curling the edge of her lips, Rachel forced a smile. I don’t mind. We’re here to discuss work, anyway.

“Actually, it was only both of you having dinner together tonight, but I asked if I could join when we were getting off from work, and Justin agreed to let me tag along.”

Narrowing her eyes, Rachel could clearly feel a trace of pressure.

“For a business marriage like yours, actually you have no relationship to speak about besides business, right?”

of Mrs. Burton, so you don’t have to worry about me as a threat. However, I won’t leave

into her palms. Ten years… she repeated in her head. Justin already knew this girl

relationship with

done with your call? I just finished ordering the food with

slid into a seat next to Gloria without hesitation.

chatting about? You

me what’s our relationship, but

that, Justin glanced at Rachel and said, “You didn’t seem like such a curious person

just asking casually. Why are you being

changed the topic of conversation. “How are things going with Hudson Pharmaceuticals?” Rachel cast a glance at Gloria, and he explained calmly, “It’s okay. Gloria

On the other hand, Gloria merely

crisis after falling out with Pacific Inc. Now, they’re in a desperate need for funding, and Jefferey wants me to ask for help from you. As part

Hudson Pharmaceuticals

do you plan to

with a composed face. “Isn’t Jefferey hoping that I’ll help

Jefferey would be so furious when he heard this news, and she was afraid he might even pass out because he couldn’t

you really doing this? What

argument with Pacific Inc. and losing his only backup, where else

was a trap he set up for Jefferey, and he

restaurant, attracting everybody’s attention. Lifting her head to the source, Rachel saw Gloria seated at a white

emotions. The notes chasing after each

the restaurant burst

gathered next to the stage Immediately clapped. “You’re amazing! Play another

tune beneath her fingers, playing a merry piece this

as he watched Gloria. It was a peaceful look that she

from playing the piano, she asked, “Are you guys finished? I’m famished. Can

her hands, she felt a bitter taste coming from her throat. I’m leaving first, then.

Rachel?” Gloria said, looking curiously