Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 123

She remained still. Brian, who held her from behind, was true to his word. He held her close, and his breathing eventually evened out.

Natalie tried to glance back at him, but he didn’t stir.

Brian had fallen asleep. Even in his sleep, his brow was furrowed, a testament to some silent struggle.

But sleep eluded Natalie. She fixated on the lines of his face, studying them for what felt like an

eternity.

Brian was, without a doubt, the most handsome man she had ever laid eyes on. No adjective seemed worthy of him. It would be an insult to try and capture his allure in mere words.

He had inherited all the best features from his parents‘ good looks. Unfortunately, all their worst character flaws as well. His temper was quick, his mood dark, his demeanor cold, and his pride insurmountable.

Yet, Natalie had fallen for him. He had tormented her to the point of exhaustion, both physically and emotionally.

morning at the

absentmindedly stirring her oatmeal at the breakfast table. He couldn’t help but slam his cutlery down with a clang, his voice heavy with reproach. “If you don’t have classes on Friday,

to the company was of any use, we wouldn’t be in this mess.” Lydia, sitting nearby. immediately jumped

the eye of a storm, and Brian showed no interest in lending a hand.

for Natalie’s studies abroad, he had warned them not to plead on his behalf in

point in taking your anger out on your daughter?!” Lydia shot back, clearly annoyed. She was still seething from

Samuel pointed a finger at Lydia, raising his voice angrily. “Was I wrong to suggest Gracia should reach out

can’t ask them

school, Gracia had been one of the most privileged students, always looking down

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and the one others came

her, this was

friends, while offering help,

connections.

they help you after all the times you’ve helped them?” Samuel questioned