Chapter 219 Whipped
If you needed nonry, you could have just asked me. Why did you take a job in PR? Am I not living and breathing? Malcolms words hung in the air, the implication clear. If she was in need of financial assistance, he was more than capable of providing. There was no need for her to degrade herself by working in PR Heide them, Justin was on the verge of laughter, M
was certainly an enigma. From his expression just moments api, Justin had astumed Flynn was about to erupt in anger at Reene. However, he had instead offered a completely unexpected sentiment Kerie found herself momentarily stunned by Malcolm’s sudden declaration, caught -a whirlwind of surprise and confusion. Yet, she didn⚫ believe for a second that Malerina was entirely clueless about het uidden appratance, especially given the timing with the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new project. She suspected his confusion and anger ran lar deeper than he was letting on for the first time, she found herself unable to read a man, unable to decipher his thoughts through his eyes. She was at a boss, unsure of what was Berwing in his mind. Was it a delayed traction? No, that couldn’t be it. Malcolm was anything but show. If he had suspected her the moment the project hit a snug, his reoning must have been sound The project manager standing nearby watched the exchange between Heete and Malcodin with a food of incredulity on his face So… Reese, are you truly Mr. Flynns
so, why ate you out here working in PR? Reese that the manager a glare, wishing she could silence has prattling with a mere look. She responded with a snort of disdain, “14 husband has meer than enough money I’m out here gaining life experience, Is there an issue with that? The manager was left speechless, pondering if this was typical behavior of the
of the working class life doe meer ammement Moments earlier, Ricu had been contemplating inviting somerne to dinner. Now, however, the idea seemed akin to wanand, Malcolm hadn’t forgotten the incident either. He sauntered over to Reese, encircling her in his arms with a show of dominance, and lifted his chin in a day of umpoken pride and anngance. I heard someone wanted to take you out for dinner?” he asked. His face was devoid of anger, but Bree could detect a hist of annoyance in ne Gentmed, Rico approached Malcolm, “What’s going on here? Why are you lingging my dream girl?” die had been engaged in other matters outside and had missed the unfolding drama in the hat. Now, he was confronted with the sight of Malcolm halding. Reese close, their intimacy evident.Malcolm shot him a sharp, piercing look, a hint of menace in his eyes. “Thean girl” Fico nodded, then turned a bright smile toward Reese. “Yeah, we’ve just met, and she’s really my type, What, you’re into her too?A sense of foreboding washed over Bene She had a feeling that a storm was brewing between these two, and dico sermed likely to hear the brunt of it. She decided it was best to remain silent for now. Better safe than sorry. The
tmosphere atound Malcolm changed initantly, turning dry. Rien sensed something was off, but his thoughts didn’t lead him to the correct conclusion. He blurted out, ‘Don’t tell me you’ve fallen for her? Man, she’s a publicist! Old man Flynn will have your hide if he finds out youre dating a publicist!“Malcolm’s voice held a dangerous edge as he warned, “You better shut up, on youll be in your way to the hospital.” Toying with his wife was a death wish, as far as Rico was concerned Seeing the situation escalate, Justin quickly intervened, “Mr. Rico, she’s not just some publicat; she’s M. Flynn’s wife, Krete Rico gasped, surprised, “When did you get married, and whos Reese? Malcolm shot him a look that screamed are you an idiot?, dipping with disdain, “What’s it to yod?” Baro attempted to be friendly and slapped Malcolm on the shoulder, only to be dodged with disdain. However, Rico was not easily detened, a seasoned charmer who knew when to put his dignity aside lle approached again, all smiles, “Hey Malcolm, as a buddy, how could you not tell me about the wedding? | should at least write you a check for the occatiom‘ He then turned to Kerse to offer a more formal greeting. “My apologies, Erese. I had no idea you were. Malcolm’s girl. No offense Imeant Beese was taken aback to discover a potential partner who was already a close friend of Makolm. The world felt too small, and she realized she would have to carefully screen future partners for any ties to Malcolm to avoid potential embarrassment and protect her secret. Having received Rico’s apology, she had no choice but to respond politely. “No worries, Mi Pico Don’t think of me as Malcolms Reese, I’m just aut here working. ““Oh, and Reese, you mentioned something about a botics project. Since we’re on the subject and I’m already Tight with Malcolm, pertugs we can discuss it Malrolm’s eyes flickered with suspicion as he queried Rico, “What robotics project! Rico quickly responded. “It was Reese who was just nowe telling me about this robot development project. I think it’s pretty solid, with giving a shot. Malcom turned back to Reese, his gaze sweeping over her with a questioning look “Since when did you have a robot project, honey?‘A Bicker of unease crossed Reese’s mind, but she was quick to come up with a plan. “Well, its my boss. Recently, he’s been toying with the idea of starting a robotics initiative and asked me to inquire about it. Malcolm raised an eyebrow, his tone rising playfully, “Aren’t I your boss?“I mean the boss 1 was helping out Today, I’m moonlighting for him. The day’s pay is pretty decent,” Reese led smoothly Malcolm wain 1 Buying it. Seeing her eyes darting around, he could tell she was hiding something
any people around, he chose not to call her out. That was a conversation for when they got home. Turning to Rico, he said, ‘Let’s talk about that project another time I need to take my Reese hume now, “Rice was surprised by how swiftly Malcolm wanted to leave, and he tried to persuade him to stay Leaving to soon? When was the last time we got together? Come on, let’s at least share a meal. Mallin teased him, Id rather not have dinner with someone eyeing my wife. “Rico was left speechless. “Come on, Malcolm, when did you become 15 possessive! He was taken aback by the change in the usually decisive Malcolm, who now seemed almost whipped Taking Berse by the hand, Malcolm ignored Ricos father comments and led Reese straight out of the event Reese hadn’t expected the day to turn out like this. If Malcolm hadn’t shown up, she had planned to work Rico for more angles. Now it was clear that Rico wasn’t an ideal candidate for collaboration. Moreover, she needed to figure out how to keep this whole episode under wraps.
