The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1001:

Corey dismissed the offer with a wave of his hand, uninterested in any further conversation on the matter. “From now on, no smoking, no drinking, and no indulgent habits of any kind. Keep yourself clean. Cut off unnecessary social ties and focus solely on Gemma.” His tone was firm, leaving no room for negotiation. “Your annual salary will be tripled.”

Pierre instantly understood Corey’s meaning. He looked up, his expression a mix of emotions. “Mr. Hampton, I’m just an ordinary bodyguard,” he said quietly.

Corey scoffed, his tone dripping with disdain. “A million a year doesn’t tempt you?”

“It’s not about the money. It’s just that I’m only suited to be a bodyguard,” Pierre replied evenly.

“Do you think you have the luxury of choice when your job is to risk your life? Gemma fancies you, and you should be grateful. Don’t you understand that?”

Pierre’s fists clenched tightly at his sides, his silence speaking louder than words—a quiet defiance that Corey didn’t miss.

Corey pressed, his gaze narrowing.

but a chilling thought stopped him. Knowing Corey’s influence, admitting such a thing would only put his girl’s life at risk. Corey wouldn’t hesitate to turn the country upside down to

answered,

didn’t seem interested in the truth. Even if Pierre did harbor feelings for someone, he could make her vanish without a trace. He said irritably,

forcing him to temporarily put his dealings with Caden on hold. It was a rare occasion for Gemma to go

ranch, Corey smiled

excitement. Growing up under Corey’s strict supervision, she had rarely been allowed to

nodded but added firmly, “Someone has

to care for her with his usual composed demeanor. Perhaps it was her growing curiosity about Pierre that made her consider asking him to

there, his watchful gaze unwavering, Gemma decided otherwise. She