Ch. 891..895
Chapter 891
Sylvia thought he would not notice the thick layer of foundation that she had applied to her neck. So, she feigned annoyance and cried out, “Let me go!”
Odell ignored her. Releasing one of his hands, he used it to stroke the spot on the upper left side of her collarbone.
Sylvia trembled when she felt the warmth of his touch on her neck.
“Why is there a thick layer of foundation here?” He raised a brow and gazed deeply at her. “Are you trying to hide something?” “NO!-Ah!”
Before she could finish, she was lifted onto the makeup table.
His towering figure leaned over her, not giving her a chance to escape by single-handedly holding her hands behind her back. He reached out to retrieve a makeup remover wipe from her makeup bag.
He then rubbed it all over her neck.
The makeup remover was cool, which gave Sylvia goosebumps.
Not surprisingly, his expression was gloomy as soon as he removed the layer of foundation.
Sylvia bit her lip as she avoided looking at his terrifying face. “I can explain...”
Odell lifted her chin using the same hand he had used to remove
the layer of foundation. “Look at me when you give your explanation.”
Sylvia gathered her courage to look at him. His dark, deep eyes were staring sharply at her. Shrinking back in fear, she softly explained, “If | said it was a mosquito bite, would you believe me?” “What do you think?” he said coldly as he narrowed his eyes.
Sylvia pursed her lips. As she was trying to think of how to begin to explain herself, he asked, “Who did it?” “T-Th...”
“Thomas?”
Sylvia reluctantly hummed in reply.
Before she knew it, he leaned over and pinned her to the table.
He swept her makeup off the table and swooped in to kiss her
lips.
He moved from her lips to her neck and kissed the same spot that Thomas had.
He was so strong that Sylvia was unable to break free.
He ravaged her without giving her a chance to talk or break free.
Time went by.
Isabel tried knocking once but was told to go away. The same thing happened to Aunt Tonya when she came to call them for Chapter 891
dinner.
It was the middle of the night by the time things finally returned to peace and quiet.
Wrapped up in a quilt, Sylvia sat on a corner of the bed.
In addition to the bed, the room was a mess.
Her makeup table had been flipped over, and her cosmetics were all over the floor. Their clothes were scattered and her dress had been ripped in parts. One might assume that a war had been fought in the room.
However, she had not been beaten physically but she had been punished with sex. The violent session had robbed her of her strength and rendered her sore and weak.
The man was standing in the middle of the messy room, casually putting on his clothes.
He swiftly got dressed and returned to his usual dignified self.
His cold eyes swept over Sylvia before he walked towards the door.
Sylvia choked up as she said, “Where are you going?” He paused but refused to answer her question.
Before he walked out of the door, Sylvia anxiously said, “Nothing happened between us. | was just trying to lure him out. He saw through the trap that Bowman and | had prepared, and set us up instead. He tricked me into going into an alleyway and left this
on my neck.” He stopped and turned around to look at her coldly.
Sylvia pursed her lips. “If you don’t believe me, you can ask Bowman, or Office Sach. He knows about what happened this afternoon.”
Chapter 892
The reply she got was of him walking out of the door without looking back. Sylvia’s chest tightened. She wanted to chase after him but she was naked.
She ran to the closet to put on a simple dress, combed her hair and went outside.
Isabel, Liam and Flint were in the brightly lit living room with Sebastian, Aunt Tonya , Aunt Wanda and Aunt Flora, but Odell was nowhere to be found.
They all looked at Sylvia when she came down. They were all looking at her in confusion, except for Flint, who stretched out his chubby little arms to ask for her to carry him.
Sylvia looked at the exit with a frown.
Sebastian said, “Master just went out. He said it was because of work.”
Aunt Tonya asked, “Syl, did you two just argue?”
Isabel and Liam looked at her blankly.
Sylvia carried Flint into her arms and said, “Yeah, we did have a little argument.” Aunt Tonya noticed the unusual expression. “Did he do anything to you?”
Sylvia shook her head with a smile. “No. We only argued
verbally.”
Aunt Tonya sighed.
Sylvia noticed that they were still looking at her. She awkwardly said, “Come on, let's have dinner.” “We already ate,” Aunt Tonya said.
“Oh, okay. I'll go grab something to eat then. You guys continue with whatever you're doing.” Sylvia then walked to the dining table.
Isabel and Liam walked over as well and Liam helped to take care of Flint.
Isabel lifted her chubby face to her mother and asked with a gossipy look on her face, “Mommy, why did the Big Baddie argue with you?”
Sylvia pinched the little girl’s chubby face. “This is an adult’s matter. You wouldn’t understand it even if | told you.” Isabel pouted. “Still, a man like him can’t just throw a tantrum at you. Hmph.”
Sylvia found it surprising. “How did you know about that?”
“He came down with a terrifying look on his face, so | believe that’s what he did.”
Sylvia pursed her lips. “Mommy is fine. We just have to wait for him to calm down.”
She had already explained it to him and Bowman knew what had happened. Besides, there were surveillance cameras around the
bar which could be used to prove her claims.
He did not return the whole night, not even sending a text.
On the next morning, Sylvia got up early and texted him but he did not reply.
By the afternoon, Sylva ran out of patience and called him, but he ended the call before it even got through.
She had tried her best to explain and had even apologized through text. Why would he continue to be mad at her? Was he that angry? Or did he completely distrust her?
Sylvia sulked and tossed the phone on the bed.
“Fine. If you don’t believe me, then don’t!” Sylvia spent the entire afternoon in Madam Carter’s room with her kids.
Although she was still ina coma, Madam Carter was doing well. Her odds of waking up were slim, but it did not stop Isabel from chattering into her ear.
She complained about how Liam picked on her and how naughty Flint was. After a while, she was tired and fell asleep.
As night fell, the house became more peaceful and quiet.
All of a sudden, there was a knock on the door.
Sylvia became slightly excited and she wondered if Odell had come back She got up, still holding Flint in her arms.
Sebastian's voice came through the door. “Madam, it's time for dinner.” Sylvia was disheartened. “Okay. I'll be right there.”
She woke Isabel up and informed Liam before carrying Flint out.
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After dinner, Sylvia carried Flint as she accompanied the older kids to their room to play with them as usual. Isabel was super excited and flaunted her skills in playing games in front of her little brother. Liam sat beside Sylvia to read his book.
Later that night, Isabel became tired and fell asleep, and so did
Flint.
Liam was still reading his book.
“Liam, it’s time for bed,” Sylvia said.
Liam obediently put the book down and glanced at the window. He asked, “Mommy, is Daddy working late tonight again?” Sylvia looked disheartened. “Maybe.”
She stroked his head and said, “You should go to bed.”
The boy climbed into bed.
Then, Sylvia carried Flint back to her room.
The servants had already tidied up the room much earlier. It was quiet, with no one inside. Sylvia laid down on the bed as she carried Flint in her arms.
She waited until midnight yet the man still did not come home and she dozed off while waiting. Chapter 893
At the same time in Carter Tower, an important meeting had just ended.
All the attendees left the meeting exhausted.
Odell went through the documents and stayed until everyone went out.
Lily, who had attended the meeting, was standing just outside the meeting room.
When she saw that he was coming out, she went up to him with a smile. She noticed he was still reading the documents.” Master Carter, it’s late. Aren’t you going home?”
Odell ignored her and continued reading the document.
Lily's gaze shifted. “If you don’t go home, Ms. Ross might worry about you.”
Odell’s gaze turned frosty. “Is there anything else that you want to discuss?”
His implication was obvious, he wanted Lily to leave.
Lily froze for a moment. Then, she regained her composure and said, “I just wanted to ask you something about the project.” “We can talk tomorrow. I’m busy now.”
He went straight to the elevator, leaving Lily frozen to the spot.
However, when she noticed that the elevator went up instead of down, her sour look was replaced with a smile. It seemed like Odell planned to stay in the office tonight.
She left Carter Tower after a while.
Almost all the employees had left, and there were almost no cars on the road.
Her ride arrived at the entrance shortly after she came down.
She opened the door and saw the man who was wearing a cap waiting inside for her.
Her gaze shifted slightly as she went in.
“Drive.”
The driver drove immediately.
The man beside her asked, “Did she come to visit my brother today?”
Lily knew Thomas was referring to Sylvia. “I was here the whole day but | didn’t see her.” Thomas grinned.
Lily's lips curved into a smile. “I think your kiss worked. Odell hasn’t gone home for two days now. | think he must be fed up with that woman already.”
Thomas remained quiet.
Lily looked at him. “What should we do next?”
“Strike while the iron is hot.”
Lily was confused by his words. “What do you mean?”
“You should continue to keep an eye on him. Then, when she comes over, | will tell you what to do.”
In the dim light, most of his face was covered by the brim of his hat and only his fair, sharp chin and lips could be seen.
Lily had no idea what he had in mind. Out of concern, she asked, “Thomas, are you sure you can separate them this time?”
“Mhmm...”
Chapter 894
Sylvia opened her eyes as soon as the sky turned bright the next morning.
Flint was still sleeping
She touched the other side of the bed but found it cool, without the slightest bit of warmth. He had not come home the night before.
She frowned, then she got out of bed and washed her face.
Flint woke up shortly after and cried for his milk.
Sylvia fed him before walking out of the room.
After breakfast, she sat in the living room with the kids, watching them play.
However, waiting only fueled her annoyance and frustration.
However,
She called Odell but would always be greeted with a busy tone.
She wanted to curse out loud.
‘Is this really necessary? It has been two days. Why is he still mad? Does he really think I’m cheating on him again?’ Regardless, her patience wore thin.
She refused to engage in a silent war with him. Since she had already decided to live with him now, they had to learn to be honest with each other. 1
Sylvia frowned and tried to ignore her.
However, Lily stepped in and stopped her. Sylvia looked at her coldly. “Excuse me.”
“Master Carter is in the middle of a meeting. | don’t think he wants to see you right now.”
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Sylvia clenched her hands. “How would you know he doesn’t want to see me? Did he tell you himself?”
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Lily’s expression froze for a moment. She had not expected Sylvia to have the nerve to question her back even after knowing
that Odell resented her.
She regained her composure and assumed her haughty posture again. “I’ve spent most of my time with him in the past two days, except when he’s sleeping.” She shot a scornful gaze at Sylvia and continued, “He didn’t say that he didn’t want to see you but | could see it from his expression. He doesn’t want to see you at all. If he even had the slightest thought about you, he wouldn't have stayed in the office for the past two nights straight.”
It was a hot day, yet Sylvia was shivering.
She froze for a while before she recovered. “Even if he doesn’t want to see me, that’s between us. You have no right to stop me from going to him.”
She stared strongly at Lil.
Lily tightened her lips. “Ms. Ross, why are you still trying to hold on? If you had a little self-awareness, you would leave.”
Chapter 895 Sylvia chuckled. “I think | have a little more self-awareness than you, Ms. Springsteen. At least when | thought you two were engaged, | stayed away from him. Unlike you now, even though you know that we’ve gotten back together, you still try to flaunt yourself in front of him.”
Lily's expression turned bitter. “Who do you think you are to speak to me like that?”
Sylvia maintained her politeness. “Ms. Springsteen, move or | will call security”
She was determined to see Odell, no matter what.
Even if he was mad at her or refused to see her, she wanted to hear him say it to her face. Lily's face was cold as she stepped aside.
As Sylvia walked past her, she said, “I forgot to tell you he’s not in the office at the moment.” He went out
Sylvia ignored her and continued forward
She took the elevator and went to the highest floor.
Odell’s office was locked
The secretary informed her tha: Odell had gone on an on-site visit with Cliff
“Where is the site?”
“It's in the New District.”
“When will they be back?”
“lm not sure.”
In disappointment, Sylvia left the building.
She saw Lily waiting for her under a tree as soon as she walked out of the entrance.
Lily was still dressed in the same professional and elegant attire but she was looking a lot more approachable than before. Sylvia frowned but after a quick glance, she continued to move forward.
Lily called her. “Ms. Ross, do you have a minute? Let's talk.”
Confused, Sylvia said, “I don’t believe we have anything to say to each other.”
Lily smiled. “I apologize for my rude behavior earlier. | thought about it and | believe | crossed the line. Her actions and words were very polite, so there was no reason for Sylvia to ignore her. Sylvia stopped walking. “What is it?”
Lily pointed forward. “Why don’t we talk over coffee?”
Sylvia did not want to engage in any kind of conversation with Lily. What she wanted was to see Odell and talk to him but it did not seem like he would be back anytime soon.
Since Lily wanted to talk, she decided that she might as well talk to her and find out what she wanted. Sylvia followed her across the road. “Ms. Ross. My car is here.”
Lily pointed at the white MPV by the road.
Sylvia went over to it.
Lily stayed behind her, seemingly wanting her to go in first.
Sylvia opened the door and got in,
The door closed. Just as she thought Lily would come in from the other side, the car moved and joined the traffic on the freeway. Sylvia’s heart skipped a beat. “Hey, stop the car, I’m not Lily. She’s not in the car yet!”
The car drove even faster and went off the freeway shortly after.
Sylvia had a closer look at the driver with the cap. The closer she looked, the more she recognized the driver. —
She said in a trembling voice, “Thomas?”