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Secrets Buried Under My House by Julian West 1 Summary In the first chapter of "Secrets Buried Under My House" by Julian West, the protagonist Sarah grapples with the incompetence of her husband Blake Hudson's secretary, who refers to herself as "baby." During a crucial negotiation for a billion-dollar project, this secretary's poor decision to take the client to a gas station for food results in food poisoning, jeopardizing the entire deal.

Despite the chaos, Blake dismisses the incident and focuses on comforting his secretary, revealing a troubling dynamic in their relationship where he prioritizes her over Sarah. As the chapter unfolds, Sarah's frustration grows as Blake's condescending attitude becomes apparent. He belittles her contributions and suggests that her company is on the brink of failure, further complicating their already strained marriage.

Despite her willingness to support his decisions, Blake accuses her of being two-faced, highlighting the emotional turmoil Sarah experiences as she navigates his dismissive behavior and the secretary's provocations. Despite the disastrous outcome of the dinner, Sarah maintains a facade of compliance, even going so far as to request a significant bonus for the secretary, which Blake readily signs without scrutiny. This moment underscores the absurdity of the situation, as Sarah knows the financial implications of the secretary's blunder will severely impact Blake's company.

However, she remains detached, realizing that Blake's indifference may shield her from the repercussions of the failed project. As the chapter concludes, Sarah takes decisive action, transferring funds to cover the bonus despite the financial strain it places on the company. She receives a taunting text from Riley, the secretary, but remains resolute in her plan to salvage the project independently. The chapter sets the stage for a brewing conflict, as Sarah prepares to reclaim her agency in a situation dominated by Blake's arrogance and the secretary's manipulations.

Continue Regular Chapter Reading Below Chapter 1 My CEO husband Blake Hudson's secretary loves calling herself " baby . " When the company was negotiating a billion - dollar project , she took the client to eat cheap gas station corn dogs - greasy , sketchy food that gave the client food poisoning the next day . Baby secretary just giggled and stuck her tongue out at me . " Sorry , baby seems to have messed up your project . But baby tried her best , so baby is still the best baby , right ! " Blake rushed to comfort her . " It's no big deal , just consider it practice for baby .

" He glanced at me dismissively . " Even if this deal went through , your half - dead company wouldn't survive next year anyway . Better to go bankrupt sooner rather than later . " He added , " Don't forget to give baby her bonus before you declare bankruptcy . She's been working so hard for the company - just give her a hundred or two hundred thousand , got it ? " I was puzzled why he was so calm today . Turns out , he thought it was my company's project that got ruined . I smiled and nodded in agreement . After all , it wasn't my company that was about to be destroyed .

Blake stared at me for a long moment when I agreed so readily . After a pause , he sneered with a patronizing tone , " Sarah , you know what ? You're actually pretty petty . You're saying yes , but I can tell you're not happy about it . It's exactly this calculating , short - sighted attitude that keeps you from achieving anything big ! " Riley Parker pouted beside him , her stupid eyes gleaming with provocation . " Huh ? Baby doesn't understand . Why is Blake criticizing Sarah ? Sarah didn't say she was unwilling . " Blake snorted dismissively . " Don't I know her ? She's two - faced !

" Riley hid behind Blake , acting spoiled . " So you're a bad woman ! You lied to baby ! " I looked at them both performing their little act with complete exasperation . No matter how readily I agreed to Blake's demands , he could always find a reason to be displeased . He stared at me coldly and commanded , " Riley is such a kind , innocent person , and you have the nerve to lie to her . Do you have any conscience ? Give her five hundred thousand as a bonus ! Consider it compensation for her . Not a penny less , you hear me ! " 11.11 % I almost couldn't hold back my laughter .

This was absurd . This project was already a done deal that we'd secured early on . Today's dinner was just a formality before signing the contract . But it was completely ruined by Riley's idiotic operation . The company would suffer losses in the hundreds of millions , and the resulting bad debt could crush any company . And in the end , she was supposed to be rewarded for it ? Whatever . It was Blake's company , and if he wasn't worried , why should I be ? I nodded repeatedly and immediately had my assistant fill out a bonus application for Riley . I held the tablet up to Blake . " Mr.

Hudson , please sign to approve this . " Blake frowned . " Why do I need to sign when your company is paying ? " I kept a straight face while lying through my teeth . " Even though it's my company , it's still considered our marital assets . Five hundred thousand isn't a small amount - of course I need your approval ." Blake was frowning suspiciously when his sleeve was tugged back and forth . Seeing five hundred thousand within reach , Riley was so excited her eyes nearly popped out . " Blake , are you done yet ? Let's go eat .

Baby barely ate anything while taking care of the client , and now my stomach hurts from hunger . " Blake instantly doted on her , signing without even looking . Then he put his arm around Riley's shoulder and shoved me aside . I wasn't angry at all . I admired Blake's bold signature on the report with satisfaction . Blake had always been a hands - off boss who understood nothing . Seeing that my company was doing well , he dumped his company on me under the pretense of developing my abilities . When I first took over , his company was nothing but a broken shell .

Chapter 1 11.11 % After working hard for a year , I finally spotted this opportunity that could make his company soar . His secretary baby had ruined everything in one fell swoop . I hoped Blake would still be as carefree when he discovered it was his company facing bankruptcy . I took the electronic document straight to his company's finance department . The accountant's face went pale as she transferred the money . To prepare for this partnership , the company had invested almost all its liquid assets .

With another five hundred thousand going out , even basic operations would be difficult . But what did that have to do with me ? After handling everything , I returned to the hospital . At the hospital entrance , I received a text from Riley : [ Smart of you to transfer the money obediently . Bitch , now that the project's gone , you're going bankrupt , aren't you ? Congratulations ! ] She was going to be disappointed . I would naturally salvage the project . But it wouldn't be under Blake's name anymore .

Conclusion In the aftermath of the chaotic dinner and the absurd demands from Blake and his secretary, Sarah finds herself at a crossroads. The emotional turmoil she experiences is palpable; the condescension from Blake, coupled with the manipulative antics of Riley, ignites a fire within her that she had long suppressed. Rather than succumbing to their ridicule, she recognizes the power she holds in her own hands. The realization that Blake's company, once a mere shell, is now intertwined with her efforts and future fuels her determination.

Though the immediate situation seems dire, she understands that the true worth of her contributions will not be overshadowed by the reckless actions of others. As she steps away from the chaos, Sarah embraces a newfound resolve. The text from Riley, dripping with schadenfreude, only solidifies her conviction to reclaim her narrative. She is not merely a passive participant in this corporate drama; she is a force to be reckoned with.

As the story unfolds, the stakes will rise dramatically. Sarah's resolve will be tested as she navigates the treacherous waters of corporate politics, and the reader will be left wondering how far she is willing to go to ensure her success. With Blake oblivious to the real threat looming over his company, Sarah's calculated moves will set off a chain reaction that could either make or break her. Expect unexpected alliances, hidden agendas, and perhaps even a few shocking revelations about the true nature of the relationships at play.