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.

into the room, where she instantly recognized Madelyn,

like a tidal wave, threatening to overwhelm

a calm that suggested she’d

been close, their families interwoven. through generations. Natalie had crossed paths with Madelyn more than once during her time

while. Natalie,” Madelyn greeted with

Madelyn. It’s a pleasure. I look forward to working together.”

office, Rosie was picking out a few outfits for Natalie. “Take these with you to the

trust your judgment. Whatever

two familiar figures in a store

suit, the very picture of tall, dark, and handsome.

Brian was back.

to

good on you,” Madelyn suggested,

soft.

replied absentmindedly, his attention

found the fleeting figure