Novel Update
Chapter 111
Chapter 111
Chapter 111 We Aren’t Fit for Each Other
Joseph exuded an air of laziness as he lounged on the sofa, his face partially concealed by the angle of the photo.
Yet, even with only half of his face visible, his captivating presence was enough to enchant anyone who laid eyes on him.
Upon seeing the handsome guy, Emily’s mind cleared up a bit. “Isn’t this the handsome guy we encountered at the bar who was with Jake’s uncle that day?”
Chloe’s anger was written all over her face. “What did you say?”
Perplexed, Emily repeated, “What’s the matter? He’s the guy we met at the bar. I also met him at the class reunion the other day. Honestly, you could make a move on him if you weren’t so fixated on seeking revenge against that despicable couple.”
Even during the short encounter at the bar, Joseph’s charisma remained undeniable. He emitted an aura of elegance and exceptional grace. While others might have been easily forgotten, he possessed the ability to leave a lasting impression.
“Stop it…” Chloe was on the verge of tears. She thought Emily had made a mistake, but it turned out that she was the one who had misunderstood.
‘I’m such an idiot!”
“By the way, why do you have his photo? And from this angle, it looks like a sneak shot….” Realization quickly set in for Emily, her eyes widening in astonishment. “You know him?”
Dropping to the floor, Chloe clutched her head and said exasperatingly, “He was the man I flirted with at the bar…”
Emily’s jaw dropped, her face filled with disbelief. “You must be joking!”
“What should I do? I’m married to him…”
‘I also nearly had sex with him…‘
Emily stood there in a daze, taking a moment to come to terms with reality before a smile slowly crept onto her face. “This is great! He’s so handsome, and he must be very wealthy, right?”
Lifting her head, Chloe bit her lip and said, “He’s the owner of Fairlight.”
‘Not only that, but he also has a big mansion, fancy cars, and a collaboration with Patterson.‘
The heavens had given her countless signs, but she failed to delve deeper into their meaning. Emily jumped from the bed and said excitedly, “Don’t forget me when you get rich!”
“Stop teasing me. I’m so f*cking worried right now.” © 2024 Nôv/el/Dram/a.Org.
“What’s there to be worried about? He’s rich and handsome. You should consider yourself lucky.”
“He doesn’t love me. Our contract lasts only for three years. After that period, we are to get divorced.”
“Enchant him and make him fall in love with you. Persuade him to extend the contract, and before he knows it, a lifetime will have passed in the blink of an eye.”
“You’re making it sound so simple.” Chloe smiled bitterly. “We aren’t fit for each other. Our background doesn’t match. What’s more, he doesn’t like me at all.”
Emily fell silent. Throughout history, the union of individuals from the same social standing has held significant importance in marriage.
Chloe let out a sigh, feeling lost. She hid like a turtle at Emily’s place for a whole day, keeping her phone turned off to avoid the harsh reality she did not want to face.
While applying her face mask, Emily glanced at Chloe and sincerely offered her advice. “You should have a serious conversation with Joseph. Dragging it out like this won’t solve anything.
”
“I don’t know what to say…”
“Well, I think it’s fine if you don’t say anything. After all, you still have three years. During that time, you can stay by his side and even work at Fairlight. Make good use of these three. years, and focus on your career. Even if you can’t win his heart in the end, at least you’ll have a respectable job.”
Chloe picked at her nails, hesitating. “But wouldn’t that be using him…?”
“Oh please. He married you to appease family expectations.”
“You’re right…”
Emily removed her mask and casually tossed it into the trash can. “Let me ask question. Do you not have feelings for Joseph whatsoever?”
Three years was not long, nor was it short either.
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The human heart was made of flesh, and if Chloe was determined to win Joseph’s, there was a possibility of success. Besides, the intricacies of human relationships could not be simply explained by
the notion of “mismatched backgrounds.”
Chloe found herself at a loss, unsure of what to do. There were moments when Joseph treated her kindly, and she could not deny that she had developed some level of affection for him.
However, every time the flickering flame of love began to ignite, it was abruptly extinguished
by his cutting remarks.
“No. Anyone who likes him is just asking for abuse,” Chloe said.
Emily responded with a contemplative silence before stating, “You should think it over. I’m off to meet my boyfriend now.”
“Shouldn’t it be chicks before dicks?!”
The night stretched on.
Chloe felt a mixture of anticipation and unease as she switched on her phone. She scrolled through her messages, but to her disappointment, there was no message from Joseph. Instead, she saw a message from Icarus.
[Chloe, are you available at 8 tonight? I have something to discuss with you. Let’s meet on the fifth floor of Gilded Harvest.]
She checked the time. It was seven o’clock, and she figured that she still had enough time. She quickly tidied herself up and set off.
However, as soon as she stepped out of the building, her vibrating phone in her bag caught her attention. She pulled it out and saw the name “Joseph” displayed on the screen.
At the sight of the name, Chloe’s hand trembled as she answered the call.