Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 46

Nate was the picture of happiness, sporting a wide grin. He hopped and skipped his way into. the kindergarten with a ball of pure and Infectious happiness.

Natalie had just settled behind the wheel when her phone buzzed with a call from Rosie, her agent, beckoning her to the office.

An agent’s roster often boasted a myriad of talents, but Rosie, likely at Gavin’s behest, had amicably parted ways with another performer who dabbled in both acting and singing. Now, Natalie was her sole focus.

Upon reaching the office, where the majority of the artists on their floor were present, Rosie took Natalie under her wing for introductions.

Rumors of Natalie and Gavin’s clandestine relationship had tiptoed through the company. In such a small industry, secrets were hard to keep, so most colleagues treated Natalie with courteous respect only for Gavin’s sake.

However, as they approached the last door, the person inside was dismissive to both Natalie and Rosie.

Rosie, ever the diplomat, entered to negotiate, leaving Natalie waiting at the door where she overheard Rosie address the occupant as “Madelyn.”

Natalie’s heart skipped a beat. Could it really be her?

“For old times‘ sake, considering she’s the new kid on the block, let her in,” came the voice from within.

Natalie into the room, where she instantly recognized Madelyn,

tidal wave, threatening

and their eyes met with a calm that suggested she’d known all along who

their families interwoven. through generations. Natalie had crossed paths with Madelyn more than once during her time with the Howard family.

with

“Hello, Madelyn. It’s a pleasure. I look

to the set and wear them as your casual outfits. Paparazzi are always lurking around, especially for fresh

“I trust your judgment. Whatever you think is

glimpse of two familiar figures

the very picture of tall, dark, and handsome. The woman exuded grace

Brian was back.

her gaze to Brian and Madelyn, raising

tie would look good on you,” Madelyn suggested, draping a tie

soft.

think,” Brian replied absentmindedly,

eyes found the fleeting figure in the corner.