Win My Forsaken Ex-wife Back Novel

Chapter 269 Hes Unreasonable 1/4 Arthurs words were clear , Were a married couple discussing private matters .

Dont you know when to step aside ? Pete glanced at Charlotte .

Ill wait for you downstairs .

Alright .

It was when Pete turned and left that Charlotte shifted her gaze back , only to meet Arthurs cold , piercing eyes .

What do you want ? she asked , her tone laced with confusion .

Arthur didnt answer .

Instead , he stood up and walked in another direction .

Seeing this , Charlotte turned to leave .

Follow me .

Before she could take another step , Arthurs emotionless voice came from behind .

Charlotte hesitated .

She didnt want to provoke him , especially now that he knew about Ava , her other weak spot .

She thought , Hes selfish and self centered , only concerned .

with his own feelings .

If I make him angry , what if he uses my grandmother to threaten me ? Reluctantly , she followed him into a private dining room , where Chapfer 269 Hes Unreasonable 2/4 One of them was Jacob , whom she had met a few times before , Arthurs personal assistant during his travels .

Mr.

Harrison , youre back ? Carlos , the other man , immediately stood up with a warm smile .

upon seeing Arthur .

Mm , Arthur responded briefly , pulling out the chair beside him .

He gestured toward Charlotte and said , Sit .

Carlos gaze flickered with curiosity .

And this is ? My wife , Arthur replied in a calm tone as he sat down .

Ah , Mrs.

Harrison ! Carlos demeanor grew even more respectful .

Its an honor to meet you .

Please , have a seat .

Its my privilege to host both Mr.

and Mrs.

Harrison here in Camoreham .

I hope my hospitality hasnt fallen short .

As he spoke , he raised his glass and took a drink .

He believed that she had attended enough of these business social events and was quite adept at handling them .

As they discussed work related matters , she sat there , and the potential partners naturally wouldnt make any excessive demands or resort to underhanded tactics to facilitate the cooperation .

She had been through many occasions like this .

In Arthurs eyes , this made her the perfect wife .

A convenient shield .

When Carlos excused himself to use the restroom , Charlotte Chapfer 269 Hes Unreasonable 3/4 her fingers to her temples and said , Arthur , you should have told me in advance .

And then what ? Arthurs loosened tie added a touch of casual indifference to his appearance .

I wouldve refused .

Her voice was steady as she said , I dont want to be Mrs.

Harrison anymore .

I also dont want to fulfill any duties that come with that title .

Arthur chuckled lightly , draping an arm over the back of her chair .

His striking eyes gleamed with a faint hint of amusement , and the faintest trace of a smile softened his features .

With just a touch of emotion , his gaze seemed to brim with affection , as if he had endless words of love to pour out .

But Charlotte knew it was all an illusion .

His usual illusion .

I knew youd refuse .

Thats exactly why I didnt tell you .

Charlottes breath hitched , her delicate brows knitting together .

When this dinner is over , can I leave ? No.

Arthur rejected her without hesitation .

Im curious to see how far youre willing to go for someone else , even if it means compromising with me .

His voice carried a mocking undertone as he raised his glass and Chapfer 269 Hes Unreasonable took a sip.

The sharp burn of the liquor scorched his throat , fueling the flames of anger already smoldering in his chest .

Charlotte could only think that he was unreasonable ! 4/4 What happens between us has nothing to do with anyone else .

Dragging others into this , dont you find that despicable ? Arthur shrugged indifferently .

If it works , thats all that matters .

Charlottes hand clenched into a fist , and just then , the door opened , and Carlos and his assistant returned .

Carlos broadly grinned as he placed a jewelry box in front of Charlotte .

Mrs.

Harrison , its a pleasure to meet you .

This is just a small token of appreciation .

Its nothing too extravagant , and I hope you wont mind .

As he spoke , he opened the box .

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