The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1184:

When Cliff strode into his office with Laney, he turned to his assistant with an unwavering command. “From this moment forward, Laney has unrestricted access to my office. No appointments needed. Whatever I’m doing, let her through.”

The assistant managed a nervous smile. “Yes, Mr. Hopkins.”

Laney whispered, “Cliff, he was just concerned about your workload and fatigue. That’s why he hesitated to let me in.”

The assistant shot Laney a look of gratitude, but Cliff’s sharp eyes caught the exchange. “What did I say? Why are you so scared?”

The assistant remained silent, frozen in place. Cliff’s imposing presence was legendary, and the assistant had no choice but to comply.

The desire to test whether the rumors about his boss’s fierce temper—and equally fierce right hook—were true lingered in the air.

Cliff’s eyes.

here,” Cliff’s tone softened imperceptibly. His gaze shifted to the

tucked the bag further away. “Who said

her into his embrace, effortlessly claiming the bag. Inside, he found a

offering it as a perfect perch for Laney. Settling against him, Laney explained, “I was out shopping with Kailyn today, and thoughts of you crept

“No, I didn’t suddenly think of you. You occupy my thoughts every minute of every

cursory glance. “It’s nice. How much was it? I’ll reimburse

even tried it on,”

there to try

in Laney’s eyes as she leaned closer. “Let me help you

barely grazed his current belt when Cliff’s hand captured her wrist, his expression stern but tinged with