The Billionaire's Regret: His Secret Wife Turned Medical Genius Novel

Chapter 23 What Do You Take Me For Mallory again ? Gabriel always tended to blame everything on someone else . A flicker of wariness flashed in Emily's eyes . Uttering each word slowly and clearly , she announced , " This has nothing to do with her . I just don't like you anymore . I wasn't joking when I said I wanted a divorce , Gabriel . " The playful smirk instantly vanished from Gabriel's face . His fingers tightened around her chin with such force that he almost crushed her bones . " What makes you think you can stop liking me whenever you want ? What do you take me for ?

" An ill - timed , intrusive knock suddenly sounded at the door before Amelia's tearful voice followed . " Gabe , are you in there ? I'm so scared ... " Emily eyed his stormy expression and suddenly laughed bitterly and sarcastically . " Your lover is here , Mr. Holton . Aren't you going to open the door ? Don't leave her pitifully waiting outside . " She shoved his arms away , got up , and smoothed her wrinkled clothes . Gabriel shot her a cold look before getting up to open the door . The moment it swung open , Amelia rushed in like a frightened animal with tears brimming in her eyes .

" Gabe , the hotel I was staying at caught fire . The fire trucks are there , and I have nowhere to go ... " As she said this , her gaze slid briefly toward Emily . It was a good thing she'd bribed Gabriel's driver and followed Gabriel here the moment she learned that he was with Emily . Otherwise , who knew what might happen between them tonight ? Emily crossed her arms and leaned against the wall , watching the poorly acted performance with cold detachment . A hotel on fire ? How could she not have received a single news alert for such a major incident ?

" Get your lover a five - year presidential suite , Mr. Holton , " Emily said as she jutted her chin in the direction of the door . " Off you go then . " Amelia pretended to notice her only then and pitifully bit her lip . " It's almost dark now and Likee INSTALL FREE 4.4 X CLOS Chapter 23 What Do You Take Me For too late to find another place . I'm scared to stay anywhere alone , too ... " Turning to Emily , she pleaded , " Dr. Sterling , could I ... stay here for just one night ? " Emily almost laughed in disbelief . " No. You're not welcome here . " Just then , her phone buzzed .

She glanced down at the screen and noticed a bank transfer notification . Gabriel's cold voice sounded above her head . " Two thousand dollars for rent . " With that , he led Amelia straight toward the spare bedroom . 2/3 Standing in the living room , Emily could feel her blood boiling in her veins as she muttered , " Wonderful . Just wonderful , Gabriel . " After her initial rage subsided , she thought about the two thousand dollars rent for a single night . Fine . She'd just see it as a stray dog barging in for one disgusting night .

Moments later , Amelia reappeared and softly said in an entitled tone , " Dr. Sterling , could you ... . go downstairs and pick up some toiletries for me ? Also , I need a bathrobe , too . I'm a bit of a clean freak who doesn't like using other people's belongings . " Emily didn't even bother looking up . " There's a 24/7 convenience store downstairs . Turn right and help yourself . " Amelia froze before looking pleadingly behind her . Sure enough , Gabriel stepped out of the bedroom , and his judgmental gaze settled on Emily .

" I've paid rent , so you should provide the corresponding service . " Emily laughed inwardly at the word " service " . What did he take her for , a hotel attendant he could order around for just two thousand dollars ? She looked up to meet his dark , emotionless eyes and snapped , " I never told you to move in or demanded money from you ! " " If you can't stand it ... " she said , pointing at the door . " I'll refund every single dollar . Now take your lover and get out of here . " The air instantly grew thick with tension . Amelia shook her head and looked cautiously out the windows .

" Don't be mad or fight Dr. Sterling for me , Gabe . " It looks like the weather's turning dark . I'll just buy it myself and be back soon . Don't worry . " Likee INSTALL FREE 4.4 X CLOSE Chapter 23 What Do You Take Me For 3/3 Gabriel glanced toward the windows at the heavy clouds , and his expression darkened further . " I'll go . " With that , he grabbed his coat and stepped out without looking back . As Emily remained standing rooted to the spot , her heart sank . He was so thoughtful in a way he'd never been with her .

Even if she'd burned with a high fever and passed out at home , he'd never once shown a moment of concern . Now , it struck her that he wasn't cold by nature . He'd simply saved all his warmth and concern for someone else . " Emily , " Amelia's voice rang out , stripped of sweet pretense . She was leaning against the wall with her arms crossed , and all traces of the earlier vulnerable innocence were gone . " What's the point of you clinging so shamelessly to Gabe ? " Emily was not surprised by her sudden change in attitude . " He came to me , and I've asked for a divorce .

He's the one refusing to let go . " Her tone was calm , as if she were stating a fact . Spin to Claim Your Surprise Reward ! INSTALL