Chapter 287 You Jerk
Lucian held onto Calista’s hand. Their proximity allowed Callista to see her reflection in his eyes as she looked up. Lucian wore a light–colored, long–sleeved shirt and dark trousers.
Half his clothing was soaked from the rain, and the downpour dampened his hair.
Despite being thoroughly wet, he carried himself with an aura of grace and refinement, showing no signs of disarray. Lucian’s chilly fingers delicately caressed Calista’s knuckles, creating an intimate sensation.
He spoke softly, “Callie, ever since we tied the knot, the Northwood family and I have been your support.”
The emotion that Calista had felt due to Lucian’s actions earlier disappeared as he spoke.
She smiled wryly and replied, “Absolutely. This level of support is massive, to the point where it’s almost hidden. It’s like having an enormous safety net no one else knows about. It’s truly remarkable, isn’t it?”
No one except a few close friends knew she and Lucian were married. Lucian gazed at her infuriated expression and quietly defended himself.
“You’ve never told anyone that you’re my wife,” he said.
Otherwise, how would those people dare to order her around? Calista couldn’t help but laugh in
exasperation.
Despite her efforts to remain composed and logical, she couldn’t quell the intense inner turmoil. She longed to reprimand him sternly. It appeared that this man had a knack for deflecting blame onto others.
“Let me get this straight. You’ve been ignoring me, keeping our marriage under wraps, and somehow it’s my fault? Should I have worn a name tag on my chest to announce who I am?” Calista snapped.
She believed their marriage resulted from a misunderstanding forced upon them due to media pressure.
However, she later discovered that Lucian had deceived her that night and was the one who leaked the
photos to the media.
it became clear that this marriage had been planned from the outset. After their marriage, Lucian had fallen short of being a husband and had neglected even the most basic marital duties.
colau divorce and go their separate ways, becoming strangers who would never cross paths again
he had chosen to pursue her again, appearing to do so in the name of love
did he behave so poorly during those three years of their marriage
pushed sale
All those painful recollections she had intentionally kept at bay surged back like an overpowering wave, each moment and scene unfolding before her.
They were all snapshots of her forsaken dinners and solitary nights spent waiting in her bedroom
Calista lost her composure, tears welling up in her eyes. Lucian recognized her anger and quickly embraced her, offering comfort despite his wet clothes.
Ding.”
The elevator had arrived. The metallic doors opened slowly. With teary eyes, Calista shoved Lucian aside.
and rushed out of the elevator.
“Get lost, you jerk,” she declared.
Lucian’s thoughts were in turmoil, and he didn’t react in time. He bumped against the elevator wall, and a thud sound echoed. When he regained his senses, Calista had stepped out of the elevator.
He turned and hurriedly followed her into her apartment. As Calista was about to shut the doors, he wedged them open and smoothly slid in, displaying the skill he had honed over time, akin to a pro.
Imagine if the high–ranking executives at Northwood Corporation, who were used to quaking in fear at the sight of Lucian’s arrogant attitude, ever witnessed this situation.
Chances were, they’d be so flabbergasted that their mouths would stay
wide open.
Calista was about to escort him out, but Lucian intervened and placed her hand on his soaked shoulder. The rain carried a distinct chill to his body, and his touch sent a shiver down her spine.
“Wearing wet clothes in this weather can give you a cold. David’s out getting me some dry clothes. Since I just played the knight in shining armor with the umbrella, can you cut me some slack and let me take a
shower first?”
Calista was completely dry, unlike Lucian, who was disheveled and had droplets on him.
She scoffed, “Remember when you said the weather was nice a little while ago? Well, go ahead and keep
enjoying it outside.
She quoted Lucian, Lucian’s lips tightened, turning pale. He now looked rather forlorn, a far cry from his
ant demeanor when dealing with Patricia.
ant rolled her eyes at him and retorted, “You and David are like two sides of the same lousy coin. Who
bothed to show up later
Tory expression, dialed David’s number, On the other end of the
cusatory
“Mr. Northwood, I’m on my way to your location. The car’s parked far away, but I’ll be there in about ten
minutes.”
Ten minutes. It was roughly the same amount of time for a shower.
Calista set a ten–minute countdown on her phone and declared, “I’m giving you only ten minutes. If David doesn’t arrive in ten minutes, you’ll have to leave, even if you’re still naked.”
Lucian smirked, his husky voice sending a shiver down her spine as he whispered in her ear.
“Alright,” he scoffed.
Calista couldn’t help but step back. If Lucian were to pursue a career in voice acting, he would undoubtedly become a legendary voice actor capable of impregnating people with just his voice.
Lucian headed to the bathroom, and the faint sound of running water echoed from within. Feeling a bit bored, Calista went to the fridge, poured herself a glass of milk, and warmed it up.
Through the floor–to–ceiling window, she could easily see the shimmering neon lights and bustling cityscape outside, resembling clusters of warm flames that reached deep into her heart.
Calista’s marriage to Lucian also had its heartwarming moments. Shortly after their wedding, she found herself hounded by debt collectors due to debts that Zachary owed.
She spent an entire month cooped up at home, avoiding going out. Then, one weekend, Lucian surprised her by suggesting a shopping trip, claiming it was Selena’s idea.
Calista wasn’t someone who naturally enjoyed staying indoors, and being confined for a month had been quite challenging. Therefore, the suggestion of going shopping was a welcomed relief.
However, as luck would have it, or perhaps it was a deliberate ploy, her short visit to the restroom during their shopping expedition led to an unforeseen encounter with someone.
Zachary was the one in debt, and he had borrowed money from every available source. Calista, tasked with repaying the debt, did not know the exact amount and remained unaware of the creditors involved
These creditors confronted her, demanding 200 thousand dollars without presenting any evidence or
documentation..
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Ith only a pair of mop handles, they attempted to extort 200 thousand dollars from her, but
Calista wasn’t about to be deceived.
However, Calista was no match for them in a physical confrontation. As she kept them occupled, Lucian
patiens and stormed into the women’s restroom, swiftly subduing the group of creditors.
Lucian’s polished shoes pinned down on the leader’s chest as he stood tall above him.
He handed a business card with David’s name and firmly stated, “Find him if you want your money. But if
you
ever lay a finger on my wife, I’ll ensure you get the money, but you won’t live long enough to enjoy it.”
Tonight’s events reminded Calista of a similar incident back then. As she reminisced, the sound of the bathroom door being pulled open startled her.
Calista turned to find Lucian in the doorway, clad only in a towel, water droplets cascading from his hair.
lats on his
Her gaze followed his captivating jawline and Adam’s apple, marked by glistening droplets on
skin.
pale
He appeared conscious of his striking appearance as he gazed at Calista with captivating eyes, rendering.
himself irresistible.
Lucian’s lips, reddened since warmed by the steam, slowly formed a gentle smile.
“Why are you staring at me like that? Do you want to see me streaking?”
