Ch. 2211..2215: My Wife Is A Hacker Chapter 2211-2215

MY WIFE IS A HACKER CHAPTER 2211-The afternoon sun was shining brightly.

After having lunch together, Nicole, Sean, and Steve returned to the office.

“Sean, Everette has been unusually quiet recently. We should keep our guards up,” said Nicole, gaze darkening.

She knew why Raine and James suddenly showed up at the Riddle family manor back then. However, she figured that Raine would never just sit back and do nothing after not acquiring any information she wanted. That was why she found a way to leak the information to her father.

Raine had been quite active recently, yet Everette remained still. That was why Nicole felt a little uneasy.

“Sure, I got it,” Sean responded seriously.

“Steve, is everything going well with the recent projects?” Nicole asked.

“Yeah, everything’s going smoothly.” Steve nodded.

“Okay.” Nicole felt relieved knowing that at least everything in the company was running smoothly.

“By the way, I heard that there’s a spy in the Johnston Group. How’s that going?” Sean asked casually.

Nicole’s gaze slightly widened. “A spy?”

‘Is Sean talking about what happened in the group a few

days ago?’ Jared had told Nicole that it had been taken care of, so she did not pay much attention to that.

The Johnston Group only suffered losses because there was a spy who messed their operations up.

Sean nodded after seeing how clueless Nicole was. “It was said that an employee leaked information about the company. However, the Johnston Group stopped their employees from talking about it, so nobody knew.”

Nicole thought that the Johnston Group was perfectly reasonable for doing so. “Well, it’s not something to be proud of.”

“Sean, I’m sure Mr. Johnston can handle this. Don’t worry,” Steve said, sounding confident.

Sean agreed. “I know. I was simply asking.”

However, to his surprise, Nicole actually knew nothing about it. So, Sean figured that the incident had probably been taken care of.

As they spoke, they quickly arrived at the top floor.

Then, they headed toward their respective rooms after gesturing to each other.

Nicole sat back in her chair after arriving at her office.

Her pupils constricted slightly as she thought to herself, ‘I can’t believe there’s a spy in the Johnston Group.’

‘Who could it be? What could be the motivation for that person to betray the company?’

In the Johnston Group, Max went into Jared’s office after knocking on the door.

“Mr. Johnston, we investigated everyone in the company and haven’t found anyone suspicious.” The look on Max’s face was a little complicated.

Logically speaking, they should be happy with this outcome because it indicated that the internal operations of Johnston Group were not compromised.

However, they could not figure out why the data would be leaked if there was nothing wrong within the company.

Was the investigation going in the wrong direction or was it because the spy was too good for them to trace?

Jared squinted, and his eyes were filled with darkness.

‘If it isn’t someone from the company, could it be that someone else hacked into the company’s system and stole the data?’

‘The company’s firewall system was designed by Nicole. Although Nolan breached it when she just returned, she had already improved it after that. Is it possible for someone else to hack into the system so easily again?’

“Mr. Johnston.” Upon seeing Jared’s silence, Max’s face darkened as he gritted his teeth and said, “Should I get the team to conduct a deeper investigation?”

“No,” Jared spoke in a cold voice. “There’s no need to create panic. Just let it be if nothing’s wrong.”

 

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“But…” This case was not over yet, and a threat remained.

Jared frowned, deep in thought. “I’ll let Preston troubleshoot the issue, and check whether there was a hacker breach.”

“Why not have Mrs. Johnston…” Max paused before he could finish his sentence. He remembered Nicole was still in the dark, thinking the company’s matter has been resolved. Jared worried about Nicole as she had too many things going on recently, so it was right for Preston to look into the case.

“Yes, sir,” Max complied and left.

Soon, Preston arrived at Jared’s office after Jared contacted him.

“What’s up? You sounded so serious on the phone,” Preston asked solemnly after walking into Jared’s office. Preston was aware that Jared would only contact him for something important.

“Help me check if someone hacked the company’s software defense system,” Jared said, and a glint of coldness crossed his eyes.

“Someone hacked into this place! I wonder who had the guts he took out his laptop and turned it on.

After a while, Preston got in Johnston’s Group system. “I couldn’t find anything,” Preston said after checking for quite some time. He then sighed, “I couldn’t find any traces.

Maybe the other party was too powerful.”

“No, that’s unlikely,” Jared said in a cold voice.

Confused, Preston asked, “What do you mean by that?”

“Nicole designed the system, even maintaining and upgrading it after she came back. It would be challenging to hack into the system, let alone without a trace,” Jared replied.

“If it wasn’t a hacker, what could it be?” Preston frowned.

“There are no issues with the company nor the system. But what means are there to get Johnston’s Group data undetected by the outside world?” Max could not figure it out, feeling staggering.

“Don’t tell me that the people on the outside of Johnston Group can obtain the private information of the Group,” Preston murmured, feeling this was the only logical reason.

Max jerked his head to look at Preston and widened his eyes as he felt what Preston said made sense.

“Don’t look at me like that. I was just saying things,” Preston explained, feeling flustered by Max’s stare.

“Mr. Johnston, what he said makes sense. I’ll arrange someone on it,” said Max, waiting for his approval.

Jared nodded, giving Max the go-ahead. Looking at Jared’s expression, Max noticed Jared also seemed to think that this was their last direction of investigation.

After Mac left, Preston looked at Jared, probing, “Do you have a suspect in mind?”

Faintly sweeping a glance at Preston, Jared noncommittally said, “Thanks for coming over. We’re fine now.”

“Don’t mention it.” Moved by Jared’s gratitude, Preston turned and left after bidding his farewell.

Jared got up and walked to the French window. His dark gaze made it impossible for people to figure out his thoughts.

At dusk, Nicole and Lulu took care of all the documents and left the company. Just as they got out, Lulu’s smile faded while Nicole frowned.

“Lulu!” Spencer waved at Lulu, walking toward them in huge strides.

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Spencer’s arrival should have been a joyful occasion for Lulu. The thing was, Icyln was right beside Spencer, making Lulu still depressed.

“What’s going on between you two?” Nicole was quite upset with Spencer’s decision to bring Icyln along. ‘Had she not caused enough trouble before?’

Sensing Nicole’s emotions, Spencer explained helplessly,’ We bumped into each other just now.”

Spencer was here to pick up Lulu, and there was no way he would bring Icyln along with him. However, he had no choice but to take Icyln with him since she asked him for help.

“Well, isn’t that a coincidence,” Lulu snorted. “If I’m not mistaken, Ms. Icyln’s hotel is not in the same direction as Riddle Corporation.”

Who would believe in encountering each other twice like this? As if the photo incident was not enough, Lulu might have let this case slide as Preston promised his teacher to take care of Icyln. However, she could not overlook it now.

Not expecting Lulu to snap, Icyln’s face turned pale, and she apologized in shame. “I’m so sorry! I’m trying to find a place to stay. As I looked around, I passed by and coincidentally bumped into Preston.”

Icyln’s aggrieved look annoyed Lulu. Lulu thought, ‘I didn’t even say anything harsh. Why was she looking aggrieved? Shouldn’t it be the other way around?’

“Lulu, Icyln is looking at houses around this area. She’s going to buy an apartment and stop living in the hotel.” Spencer gently held Lulu’s hand. “Let’s go now that you’re off work.”

“Go?” Lulu said with confusion. So Spencer was telling her all this just to explain and not to defend Icyln?

For some reason, Lulu could not control herself and smiled at his actions. Nicole chuckled at the sight of Lulu unable to contain her joy and smile.

“Preston, I’m not familiar with this area. Could you come along to check out the apartment with me?” Icyln asked pitifully and grabbed Spencer’s sleeve, sensing Spencer was going to leave with Lulu.

Spencer withdrew from her hold. He said awkwardly, “You won’t get to see any apartments as most of the agencies are off duty by this time. Honestly speaking, I’m not familiar with the area either. Why don’t you find anyone else in the company to accompany you tomorrow?”

“But I really don’t want to stay in the hotel. I’m scared,” Icyln said, her eyes welled up with tears.

Lulu’s expression turned sour at Icyln’s look of innocence.” Ms. Icyln wants to find since I’m experienced?” Lulu asked with a look of concern, as if she really wanted to help Icyln.

Icyln’s expression stiffened, caught in a difficult position.

Whether she accepted or rejected Lulu’s assistance, she could not get her way anymore. Her intent was to be in touch with Spencer. If she really found a new place to stay, she wanted to invite Spencer over. She had never imagined that things would turn out as they were now. Not to mention, she never expected Lulu to offer her help, reckoning Lulu’s kindness.

“Aren’t you in a hurry to find a place to stay? Or you just don’t need help anymore?” Lulu inquired again, seemingly confused at Icyln’s expression and silence.

“Oh, honestly, it’s not that urgent,” Icyln said while gritting her teeth, giving a fake smile. “Since Preston doesn’t have the time today, I’ll find someone else to help tomorrow at the company. There’s no need to

trouble you, Lulu.”

“In that case, do as you wished,” Lulu smiled and showed respect for Icyln’s decision.

Icyln felt a surge of suppressed anger. She was caught in a predicament, unable to advance or retreat.

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“Come on, Spencer. Let’s go.” Lulu took Spencer’s arm and smiled.

“Alright.” Spencer nodded to Icyln and walked away with Lulu.

Looking at the couple walking side by side, holding each other’s hands tightly, Icyln clenched her teeth, trying to restrain her last shred of sanity. ‘Lulu’s not good enough for Spencer. How dare she stand beside Spencer! I disapprove.”

Ms. Icyln, if there’s nothing else, you should head home and rest,” Nicole swept a glance at Icyln and walked toward Jared’s car.

Once in the car, Nicole rubbed her temples. Then another pair of hands took over, gently pressing and rubbing for her. Jared observed her tired face before saying with concern, “It must’ve been tough.”

“It’s fine.” Nicole leaned against the seat. “I’m just a little speechless by Icyln’s little act just now.”

Even Lulu, the slow-witted one, noticed something was off with Icyln, let alone the others. Lulu’s actions shocked Nicole. She felt Lulu should have asserted Spencer was taken earlier. That way, she would not get bullied by Icyln before.

Looking at Nicole’s sudden mix of depression and relieved expression, Jared shook his head. “Let them handle it on their own. You should take better care of yourself,” Jared seemingly scolded her, but his tone was concerned, pampering Nicole.

“I have nothing going on.” Nicole shrugged her shoulder, feeling everything was fine.

Jared reminded, “You haven’t regained your memories. Besides, we still have no clue about the Major Five Crests, especially the mysterious person from last time. Oh, and don’t forget about DillCorp and

NandoCorp.”

Nicole was required to tend to every one of these matters. And she dared to say she had nothing to do.

“These can’t be rushed.” Nicole helplessly shrugged her shoulders. If things could go and immediately have results, she sure hoped these things could be resolved quickly.

Jared responded softly, “Things are going to work out,”

“Yeah,” Nicole smiled at Jared with hope. She believed it would not be long before everything had an answer

Seeing Nicole’s radiant smile, Jared’s gaze darkened for a moment. He leaned down and kissed her gently on the lips.

Nicole paused for a moment. By the time she reacted, Jared had already sat back calmly as if he had not stolen a kiss from her.

Nicole glowered a glare of resentment at Jared. She felt speechless at Jared’s often attempts of sneaking up on her.

Lowering his gaze to meet Nicole’s gaze, Jared smiled, his eyes full of love.

“What are you laughing at?” Nicole rolled her eyes. Jared gently replied, “I feel satisfied just by looking at you.”

In a good mood, Jared wanted to be with Nicole like this forever.

Nicole blushed at Jared’s words, never expecting Jared to say such things with a straight face. So the rumors were true, it was hard to resist when a cold and stern man spoke sweet things.

 

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As they were talking, Nicole’s phone rang. Seeing that it was Tia’s number, Nicole’s eyes narrowed.

“Tia.” Nicole answered the call, her voice slightly subdued. Tia was supposed to pick up Nolan and Lana now, so Nicole wondered why Tia called her at this time.

Nicole, Mr. Lawrence came to pick up Nolan and Lana, wanting to go out with them. Nolan wants to go. I have no idea what to do. That’s why I called you,” Tia said in distress.

“Leo?” Nicole frowned. ‘Leo went to pick up Nolan at this time?*

“Mummy, Godpa is bringing us ice cream. We’re going with him. You can pick us up later at Godpa’s!” Nolan shouted into the phone, seemingly worried that Nicole would disagree with their plan.

“Nolan!” Nicole screamed, but Nolan did not respond. Tia’s voice sounded, “Nicole, Nolan has already gone with Mr. Lawrence!”

‘This little bastard!1 Nicole was at a loss with Nolan’s behavior. She continued to ask, “What about Lana?”

“Lana wants to go home,” Tia responded.

“Alright then. You take Lana home first. I’ll pick Nolan up later,” Nicole instructed.

“Okay, I’ll take Lana home then.”

After ending the call, Nicole sighed in frustration. Nolan was becoming more and more of a headache.

“Nolan left with Lawrence. If you picked him up now, he might not be willing to go. Just let him eat ice cream first,” Jared whispered. They should give Nolan some time with Lawrence.

Knowing Jared’s words made sense, Nicole agreed. “Fine, well head home first.”

“Nope, we’re going to eat first,” Jared said with indifference. They’re going to eat if they head home. So why not eat out, that way they could straight away pick Nolan up when they’re done.

Nicole looked at Jared, inexplicably feeling like Jared was hiding his scheme behind his calmness. When Nicole looked carefully, Jared’s expression remained calm. Nicole frowned, wondering if she had gotten the wrong idea.

Soon, Jared took Nicole to eat dinner at a restaurant. After a romantic candlelight dinner, Jared used the excuse that Nolan must not have had enough fun with Lawrence and took Nicole for a movie before picking Nolan up.

Upon reaching Lawrence’s mansion, Nolan looked at Nicole with a sad expression. “Mummy, what took you so long to pick me up?”

Nolan thought Nicole would have come to get him sooner, but she made him wait for so long.

“You seemed to really want to go out and play. Hence, we’ve given you extra time.” Jared looked at Nolan with indifference.

“I do want to go and play, but this was too long,” Nolan gritted his teeth while looking at Jared. He strongly suspected Jared, the meanie, stopped Nicole from picking him up.

“Nicole, did you and Mr. Johnston come from home?” Lawrence asked, seemingly in a casual manner while looking at Nicole.

“Nope.” Jared held Nicole’s hands. He said nonchalantly,” We went out for a candlelight dinner and watched a movie afterward.”

“You went on a date!” Nolan instantly raised his voice, with a chagrined look. ‘How could this be? I followed Godpa home in hopes that Mummy would pick me up as soon as possible. That way, they’ll have the chance to spend more time together. How knew this meanie took Mummy on a date.’

Jared’s gaze was serious while looking at Nolan. He knew what this little b*stard was up to all along.

Nolan felt a little guilty under Jared’s stare, so he shifted his gaze and swallowed nervously.