Wife by Day, Boss by Night by Thalia Quillspeak

Chapter 219

Natalie gazed at the sign above the entrance, recognizing it as one of the upscale spa resorts developed by the Howard family’s hotel chain.

Brian finished his call in the room and quickly caught up with her, walking beside her just as his phone rang again.

With a furrowed brow and a hint of impatience, he answered. His other hand slid effortlessly into Natalie’s, guiding her toward the dining hall.

It felt like an old habit to Natalie. Brian often held her hand as they walked together. With her shorter legs, she remembered that she had to jog to keep pace with his brisk stride.

Instinctively, she wanted to withdraw her hand, but Brian glanced back at her with a look that made her reconsider.

Their eyes met momentarily, and she settled down.

As Brian led Natalie into the dining hall, someone whistled at their side. Natalie turned to the source and recognized the man. He seemed to be one of Brian’s college roommates.

“Little Natalie,” the man greeted her with a knowing smile.

It surprised her that he had remembered her after just a few encounters. Natalie thought his name was Spence or Spencer.

Howard. You are showing

into his pocket, shooting Spencer a frosty glance.

night before, so Brian hadn’t bothered

were about to get their marriage license. A little show

heartache. “You’re killing this bachelor,

a chair opposite Spencer and whispered to Natalie, “What do you fancy for

please,” Natalie

interrupted, feeling left out.

waiter standing by for ages,” Brian shot back without missing

Natalie remembered it was their annual college get–together, usually organized once a year. This time, it coincided with the centennial celebration of Heartland

many of whom recognized Natalie. They nodded knowingly upon seeing her beside Brian.

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in the past few years?”

studying abroad,”