Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 14

“Mr. Howard, the FireWing deal went down on that register over there.” Brian’s assistant Reid gestured toward a checkout machine nearby, whispering to Brian, who was standing close.

Brian glanced at the machine and then looked back in the direction where Natalie had been, only to find she had disappeared.

“What are you looking at?” Two men approached Brian and sat beside him, inquiring.

“Nothing.” Brian replied after a moment, his gaze returning to the present.

He was probably overthinking it. Why would Natalie be in a place like The Aerie? It was an upscale club with high standards for its patrons. She couldn’t afford to get in, even if she wanted to.

When Natalie slipped out through a different exit, she looked back several times to ensure she wasn’t followed before she sighed with relief. In a secluded spot, she quickly changed into another outfit.

The day had brightened as she stepped out onto the bustling streets, hailing a cab without hesitation.

“Where to?” the cab driver asked.

Natalie glanced at the medication for Matthew in her hand and said, “Heavenly Pastries, please.”

its morning delights. Matthew was particularly fond of the food here. And as luck would

bustling,

Natalie arrived, the place

We’ll have your pizza ready to go

spare, Natalie found a spot near the entrance and sat down there, a few seats away from the

drizzly, with raindrops dancing

a woman, meticulously dressed and sheltered

coming for lunch today. He’s quite fond of the pastries here, so we should have some set aside for him,” the

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Chapter 14

who was visibly displeased.

when you select them

and, upon raising her eyes, locked gazes with Natalie, who was sitting

the corner.

stare–off, Gracia contemptuously smirked and turned away as if she hadn’t

course! Ms. Wright, just two minutes, please,” the

the packaged pizza Natalie had ordered. “Your order is ready. Please come to the

the counter, pulling a hundred–dollar bill and two fifties