Ch. 2256..2260: My Wife Is A Hacker Chapter 2256-2260

Chapter 2256

“Ah, did something happen to Mr. Johnston? He rarely misses the opportunity to pick you up.” Lulu furrowed her brows, puzzled.

“He has some company matters to attend to,” Nicole replied calmly.

She had planned to visit Samuel and June today anyway, so she did not need to trouble Jared with the task of picking her up.

“I see.” Lulu refrained from pressing on, as the issue was work-related.

Soon, the two arrived at June’s apartment.

After ringing the doorbell, June opened the door.

“Right on time. Dinner is ready.” June smiled and invited them inside.

“We’re so excited to have some good food!” Lulu smirked and sat down at the dining table with Nicole.

Looking at the scrumptious dinner June had prepared, Lulu exclaimed, “Wow, you’re such a good cook! You’re the prime example of a perfect wife and loving mother.”

Lulu then shot Samuel a glance and said, “You’re truly blessed.”

“Of course, my June is amazing.” Samuel proudly raised his chin, acknowledging June’s excellence.

“Your June? Have you proposed yet?” Lulu teased, unable to help herself.

Without avoiding the topic, Samuel candidly said, “Not yet. When I’ve fully recovered, I’ll arrange a formal proposal ceremony.”

He could not propose in his current state as he figured that it would be too half-hearted.

Lulu was so astonished by Samuel’s response that her jaw nearly dropped to the floor. “Samuel, is it still a surprise? I mean, you’ve basically said it.”

Even if he did have such thoughts, Lulu thought that he should not say it out loud. Besides, she was just reminding him and was not actually asking for an answer.

“But of course, I do have surprises,” Samuel replied casually.

“I won’t tell you the rest of the details, though.”

He had only said that he would propose, but the timing and the nature of the proposal would be kept confidential.

Hearing this, Lulu nodded with a smile and jokingly remarked, “Well, at least you’re not a typical dense male.”

“That’s enough, Lulu.” June blushed and stopped Lulu, feeling embarrassed.

“Alright, I’m zipping it. We’ll just wait,” Lulu replied with a playful smirk on her face.

“Yes, you wait,” Samuel said, taking June’s hand. “Let’s just stop talking about this and feast.”

After everyone was seated, June asked Lulu, “What about Spencer? Why isn’t he here? Didn’t you inform him?”

“Oh, he said he has a rehearsal today, so he didn’t have the time to come,” Lulu explained.

“I see.” Upon hearing this, June ceased inquiring. “Since both Mr. Johnston and Spencer are busy, it’s just us for dinner.”

“Okay.”

The group went on to engage in some happy chatter while they ate, creating a warm and lively atmosphere.

After dinner, Nicole and Lulu stayed for a while before preparing to leave.

“Are you leaving already?” June asked, feeling a little reluctant to let them go.

She wanted to chat with them a bit more.

“It’s getting late, and I have to go home to update my parents on Samuel’s situation. You know, to ease their worries,” Nicole said.

“That’s right, and Samuel still needs plenty of rest. We’ll leave now so you can get some rest too.”

 

Chapter 2257

Seeing that there was nothing she could do to keep the two around any longer, June said, “Well then, you must come over when you’re free.”

“Don’t worry, even though you have a boyfriend now, I’ll still come and bother you as often as I can,” Lulu said with a hint of playfulness.

June’s face blushed again, and with a glare, she scolded, “In that case, you don’t have to come anymore.”

June was unaware that Lulu was just teasing her about her relationship with Samuel.

“Hahaha…” Lulu laughed in triumph as she pulled Nicole away.

June shook her head in defeat and smiled as she saw them off at the door.

After they had left, June closed the door and said to

Samuel, “Tired? Let me push you back to your room to rest.”

Samuel held onto June’s hand and asked her to take a seat at the couch.

He then shook his head and said, “I’m not tired. Stay with me a little longer.”

He did not want to return to his room yet because he would not be able to see her there.

Since she had refused to share a room with him, worried that she might accidentally kick him in the leg that had been injured, he tried to stay awake as long as possible just so that he could spend more time with her.

“Alright, I’ll wake you up earlier tomorrow, okay?” June said, feeling somewhat amused and exasperated.

She understood what he meant. Although he was allowed to leave the hospital, his injuries had not fully recovered yet. That was why she was genuinely concerned about hurting him accidentally in the middle of the night.

“Just a little longer,” Samuel pleaded with a bitter smile, for he really did not want to go back to his room.

Hearing this, June mustered a wry smile. “It’s time for you to rest. Look, I’ll stay with you in your room until you fall asleep, okay?”

Happily, Samuel agreed, “Sure, let’s go.”

She could not help but roll her eyes at his instant change in expression. ‘Couldn’t he put a bit more effort into the acting part?’

Indeed, the last thing June expected was for him to act like a child in private, when he looked so aggressive when he played sports.

Upon pushing Samuel back to his room, June stayed with him after he had lied down, mirroring a scene from a peaceful time.

On the other hand, Nicole had agreed to allow Lulu to drive

her home as Lulu had insisted.

Soon, the car stopped in front of the Riddle residence, but just as Nicole was about to get out of the car, Lulu suddenly held her back.

“What’s wrong?” Nicole looked at Lulu and followed her gaze toward the front, and that was when he saw Spencer getting out of a cab with Icy In.

Nicole squinted. ‘Why did Spencer take a taxi back, and why is he with Icyln?’

She glanced at Lulu, wanting to get out of the car to see what was going on, but Lulu pulled her back again. “Wait.”

She wanted to see what was happening as questions arose in her mind…questions like what was Spencer and Icyln going to do next? Questions like, were they going home together?

“Oh no!” Icyln suddenly shouted and fell to the ground.

Spencer instinctively reached out to support her, and Icyln took the opportunity to lean into Spencer’s arms, looking frightened.

Watching the two of them being so close, Lulu’s face turned pale, and she bit her lip tightly.

“Nicole, you can go down first,” Lulu slowly said, trying hard to sound normal.

With a frown, Nicole asked, “Aren’t you getting out of the car?”

Chapter 2258

“Nah, I want to go home,” Lulu said and lowered her head, not wanting Nicole to witness her sorrow.

She initially had the impulse to get out of the car and question Spencer, but ultimately, she did not have the courage and gave up on the idea.

Her heart was in turmoil now. She did not know what to do, and all she wanted to do was leave.

“Nicole, I want to go home.”

Nicole wanted to persuade her again, but upon hearing Lulu choking up, she could only pat her shoulder in consolation and then get out of the car.

Watching the car drive away, Nicole’s eyes dimmed as she strode toward Spencer and Icyln.

“Spencer, what’s going on here?” Nicole put on a look of surprise as she watched the two of them.

“Icyln almost fell over just now,” Spencer pushed Icyln aside a bit and helped her regain her balance.

Seeing Spencer’s expression of relief, a glimmer of coldness flashed in Nicole’s eyes.

“Is she here as a guest?” Nicole looked at Icyln and asked.

“Oh, we just finished our rehearsal and had dinner together with everyone. Everyone was in high spirits and had a few drinks. Icyln was worried about me, so she insisted on sending me back,” Spencer explained in a somewhat helpless tone of voice.

He had a little alcohol in him and had no other issues except for driving. Moreover, there was no reason as to why he would need another woman to accompany him.

“I see,” Nicole nodded. “Then let’s head inside together, Spencer. It’s late, Icyln, you should go home and get some sleep.”

Icyln’s face turned pale, and she could only force a smile and say, “Oh, well, since I’m here, I thought I should go in and see Mr. and Mrs. Riddle.”

“There’s no need forthat. My parents have already gone to bed.” Nicole said, rebuffing her once more.

Icyln bit her lip, refusing to back down. “That wouldn’t be very nice of me, don’t you think?”

“It’s fine, my parents wouldn’t mind. Lulu drove me back moments ago, and she didn’t go in either,” Nicole said.

“Lulu!” Spencer’s voice heightened. “Where is she?”

“She just left.” Nicole darted him a sideways glance. ‘And yes…it’s because of you.’

It was then that Spencer came to a realization. “You mean in the cab just now?”

‘So, Lulu saw me, but she just left without getting out of the car. Is she angry?’ he wondered.

Upon thinking that Lulu might have gotten upset after misunderstanding his actions, Spencer’s expression changed. “Nicole, tell Mom and Dad that I have something to do, and that I’m heading out.”

After saying that, Spencer hurriedly chased after Lulu.

“Spencer!” Icyln anxiously called out as she saw Spencer jetting off in a hurry.

Unfortunately, Spencer was in no mood to bother about her at the moment. All he could think about was if Lulu had misunderstood them.

‘Is she angry? Is she hurt?’

Nicole rolled her eyes. ‘Now you’re anxious? Why didn’t you pay more attention just now?’

Returning her gaze, Nicole looked at the culprit and said,” Icyln, do you need someone to send you off?”

Though she had asked, she had no intention of sending her off, and that the statement in question was essentially an invitation for her to leave.

“It’s okay, I can manage,” Icyln replied, feigning meekness though she was infuriated deep down.

“Alright, be careful on your way,” Nicole said as she walked into her house, leaving Icyln standing there, feeling somewhat lost.

Her face turned pale as she did not expect things to turn out this way.

She wanted to go home with Spencer so that she could pay a visit to his parents. But now, she did not even get to enter their gates and was left all alone outside.

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“Miss, are we still leaving?” The driver became a little impatient as he asked.

Icyln gritted her teeth and reluctantly got into the car.

After Nicole had entered the house, she saw that Daniel and Gloria were still watching TV with Nolan and Lana. So, she figured that Jared had not returned yet.

“Mommy!” Nolan and Lana ran happily toward her.

“Mom, Dad,” Nicole greeted her parents and led the kids back to the couch.

After sitting down, Daniel glanced outside and asked, “Did I hear you talking to someone else outside just now?”

“Oh, I bumped into Spencer, but he had something to do, so he has gone out again,” Nicole replied.

Daniel nodded upon hearing that, finally understanding what the noise was about.

“How’s Samuel doing?” Gloria asked in concern.

“He’s fine. Don’t worry. He’s recovering very well,” Nicole reassured Gloria.

Gloria heaved a sigh of relief. “That’s good. But June must be having a hard time.”

“It’s true but she seems to be enjoying Samuel’s presence, so let’s just allow him to stay there,” Nicole said with a faint smile.

She could see that June seemed to be getting used to living with Spencer. At this point, she figured that they might even get married soon.

“Mommy, why hasn’t Daddy come back yet?” Lana looked outside, still unable to see Jared anywhere.

“Daddy is busy.” Nicole said, offering the little one a simple explanation, though she did not really know what exactly Jared was busy with.

“Oh.” Lana uttered without pressing further. “Daddy is working so hard.”

Nicole brushed Lana’s head affectionately and smiled. It was perfectly normal for Jared to be busy managing such a huge company, but…

It was then that Nicole furrowed her brows a little. It did seem to her that Jared had become more exhausted recently. In fact, she hardly saw him working overtime this late in the past.

“It’s getting late. Let’s take the kids to sleep first,” Gloria suggested.

“Okay.” Nicole patted Nolan and Lana in the head. “Let’s go, it’s time to go to bed.”

“Okay,” Nolan and Lana replied and happily went upstairs.

Daniel, Gloria, and Nicole then followed suit.

Before they retired to their bedrooms, Gloria advised, “There

might be something going on at Johnston Corporation. You should keep an eye on Jared.”

“I will. Don’t worry,” Nicole promised.

Seeing her agreeing so readily, Gloria could not help but raise an eyebrow and say, “I told you to take action, and not just respond for the sake of responding to me.”

“Mom, I didn’t,” Nicole replied, feeling a little helpless as she really did not do so.

“Good.” Gloria nodded in relief. “I know these past few years have been tough for you out there, but it hasn’t been easy for Jared in San Joto either…not just for himself, but also for everything he has done for us. He has never given up on looking for you.”

They, as Nicole’s family, were on the verge of despair at that point. Jared was the only one who had never given up.

Biting her lip, Nicole promised, “Mom, eventhough I still don’t remember the past, I have felt something during this period of time. I know what to do.”

Gloria nodded with satisfaction. Hearing her daughter say this made her feel at ease.

Even though nothing seemed to have changed between Nicole and Jared when they returned, Gloria could not help but feel that there was something different from before.

Therefore, hearing her daughter say this had given her a sense of reassurance.

After everyone had returned to their rooms, Nicole tucked

Nolan and Lana in before returning to her own room. It was quiet, making her feel an inexplicable sense of loneliness.

Chapter 2260

The corners of Nicole’s lips lifted as she shook her head lightly. ‘As I had expected, as hard it was before to push him away, it is equally as hard to resist the temptation now.’

Nicole changed into a fresh pair of pajamas before laying down on her bed to get some shuteye. It was the first time Nicole had laid down in an empty bed without him as she looked at the empty space next to her.

Nicole reached for her phone, wanting to give Jared a call.

‘He might be busy. No, I should not bother him.’ Nicole hesitated.

Late in the night, Jared returned to the Riddle residence where he saw that Nicole was already fast asleep on the bed. Jared softened his movements, not wanting to wake Nicole up.

Jared quickly showered up and got into bed with Nicole. He frowned when he saw that Nicole was fast asleep with her phone in her hand. He gently took her phone out of her grasp, and that was when the screen lit up, showing Jared’s contact. Jared squinted his eyes as he stared at her phone, and soon, a flash of softness crossed his eyes.

He reached out and gently caressed Nicole’s cheek, ‘Did she miss me and wanted to call me?1

Feeling warm and fuzzy, he pulled Nicole into his arms and hugged her tightly.

As her eyes flickered open in confusion, she muttered,” You’re back.”

“Yeah,” Jared whispered, whereupon Nicole leaned

Jared stared at Nicole lovingly as she slept soundly. He let out a soft sigh as he slowly fell asleep.

The next morning, the bright and warm sun rays beamed into the room. When Nicole opened her eyes, she saw that Jared was still fast asleep. She gently slipped out of bed, careful to not wake him up. However, Jared stirred as soon as Nicole moved.

“Sorry I woke you up,” she apologized, feeling guilty for waking Jared up.

“No, it’s okay. It’s time to get up anyway.” Jared smiled as he smoothened Nicole’s hair, to which she raised her brows.

“You came home so late yesterday; you should get some rest.”

“No, it’s okay. There’s a meeting I need to attend,” Jared said as he sat up on the bed with Nicole in his arms.

“What have you been so busy with lately? Is there work?” Nicole asked, her eyes brimming with concern.

Jared looked down at Nicole, his gaze wavering. “It’s nothing, it’s all in the past.

Nicole frowned a little, feeling confused, ‘What does he mean when he said it’s all in the past? Did he handle the issues alone?’

Nicole wanted to press on for more information, but by then, Jared had already gotten out of bed. She bit her lip and got out of bed without any further questions.

Both of them quickly washed up and changed into sets of fresh clothes before heading downstairs for breakfast.

Nicole swept her glance across the dining table, and there, she noticed that Spencer was not present. This caused her to raise a brow.

‘Spencer did not come back last night. I wonder how they both are doing.’

“Daddy, try this. It’s good.” Lana’s voice blared out, snapping Nicole back to reality.

Then, Nicole watched as Lana passed a sunny side up to Jared.

A proud grin was present on Jared’s face as he watched his daughter pass him the egg.

“Daddy has one already. You should eat it so you can grow stronger,” Jared softly said as he passed it back onto Lana’s plate.