Perfect CEO

Chapter 280

The couple walked into the office together. Gwendolyn was not bothered by the other people's stares any longer. They were free to think whatever they wanted.

After all, she had grown accustomed to hearing those rumors about herself.

As soon as Patrick entered the office, he was swamped with work, answering unending calls before heading to the conference room for a meeting.

They had breakfast together on the way there, and she felt he was only hers for that short period of time.

Propping her chin on her palm, she looked at the empty desk, thinking of how busy he typically was.

After letting out a sigh, she began to deal with her work for the day. In fact, her job was fairly effortless.

Around ten o'clock, Patrick had yet to return, so she went into the pantry and poured herself a cup of coffee, sitting by the window to sip it.

Later, Gwendolyn took out her phone and planned to call Camille to inquire whether or not the people from the moving company had arrived. They planned to relocate some items from the old house to the new mansion.

Yet, Angeline called her at that moment. Pursing her lips, she answered the call.

“Hello?”

That night, she had already received a warning call from Angeline.

It seemed like Zayden was no longer hiding his feelings for her and had taken the initiative to contact her more frequently. Maybe he had even talked about those things at home as well.

“Gwendolyn, is it convenient for you to come out and meet me now?”

Glancing at the time, Gwendolyn answered, “I'm at work. It's a little inconvenient.”

In truth, she did not want to meet Angeline, as the latter was always harsh toward her. However, she could not refute the woman either, so she felt immensely aggrieved.

On the other end of the line, Angeline sneered as she heard Gwendolyn's reply. “Are you afraid to meet me? Where do you work? I'll apply for leave on your behalf.”

Hearing that, Gwendolyn knitted her brows. Angeline sounded as though she would not give up if she did not meet Gwendolyn today.

“Where are you, Mrs. Surrington? I'll be there right away.”

“Hmph. That's more like it. I'm at the café on the corner of the street. I'm not going anywhere if you don't come.”

After hanging up, Gwendolyn sent a text to Patrick: Mr. Lowen, I'm taking a leave of absence. I have a personal matter to attend to.

Then, she got up, returned to the office, and packed her belongings before rushing downstairs.

Half an hour later, she arrived at the café. When she pushed open the door, she spotted Angeline seated by the window, dressed in fur. At the same time, the latter greeted her with a wave of her hand.

Gwendolyn walked over and sat across from Angeline.

“What would you like to drink?”

Casting a brief look at the water in front of her, Gwendolyn replied, “No need. I'll just drink some water.”

Angeline did not say anything else as she gracefully took a sip of coffee. Her well-maintained face was wrinkle-free, and she appeared much younger than her peers.

While setting down the cup, she caressed her own hand.

The rings she wore were very beautiful. Despite the fact that she had two rings on one finger, it did not appear awkward but rather elegant.

“Gwendolyn, Zay has expressed his desire to marry you, but we will never agree. How much money do you want to be willing to leave him?”

Having said that, Angeline took out a checkbook and a pen.

“You can tell me the amount or fill it in yourself.”

As she spoke, she tore off one check and pushed it in front of the woman across from her.

However, Gwendolyn only gave the check a cursory glance and smiled indifferently.

“Mrs. Surrington, I've told you before that Zayden and I are merely friends. I've never thought about marrying into the Surringtons, nor will I take your money.” Belonging © NôvelDram/a.Org.

Angeline's face clouded over when she saw Gwendolyn shoving the check back to her.

“Gwendolyn Ashton, I know you're pretty capable and can even handle the Lowen family. It's no surprise that Zay is completely smitten with you, but please let my son go now that you've established a relationship with the Lowens.”

Gwendolyn's heart twisted slightly the moment she heard that.

It was excruciatingly painful to be misunderstood by others.

“You're right. I'm currently in a relationship with Patrick, and he's the one I want to marry. Hence, you don't have to worry about anything. You should keep the money for Zayden's future wife.”

Meanwhile, Diana, who was nearby, snapped a photo of the scene and sent it to Candace with a message that read: Candace, Gwendolyn has admitted that she's dating Patrick. Looks like it's really over between Fel and him.