Ch. 2276..2280: My Wife Is A Hacker Chapter 2276-2280

Chapter 2276

It was not up to a secretary to talk about Nicole and Jared’s affairs.

“You don’t deserve to be with Jared!” Iris shouted furiously.

“I don’t deserve to be with him?” Nicole snorted. Then, she calmly turned to Jared and said, “It’s a pity that we’re getting married soon.”

“No! That can’t happen! It’s impossible!” Iris instantly broke down and shook her head like a madwoman. She refused to believe it.

Nicole narrowed her eyes and spoke in a cold voice. “These are none of your business. No matter what the reason is, they’re not valid reasons for you to harm the company.

Especially if it’s because of your one-sided feelings.”

Jared did not wrong Iris. And yet, Iris took advantage of his kindness and wanted to ruin Johnston Group completely. That was simply unforgivable!

Nicole’s words caused Iris to tremble even more. Iris even looked at Jared instinctively.

However, she did not expect Jared to ignore her totally. She did not even give Iris one glance.

Iris gritted her teeth, and her heart was filled with hatred. She was on her last straw.

“What do you mean it’s none of my business?” Iris glared at

Nicole bitterly. Then, she clenched her teeth and said, “If you didn’t appear, I’d still be in the company. I could stay at Jared’s side forever. No one else could go near Jared, except me.”

All this time, Iris thought of herself as a special person. But her fantasy was destroyed once Nicole appeared. Iris did not understand what was great about Nicole. Not to mention, Nicole already had two

kids!

“If you manage to stay in the company, you’ll be a secretary forever and nothing more.” Nicole immediately got straight to the point. She knew that there would never be another possibility.

If Jared were human, he would not remain single during those five years when Nicole was missing. Therefore, Nicole was sure that Iris would never have a chance.

“That’s not true. If you had stayed missing, I’d be able to get together with Jared!” Iris yelled. “It’s all because of you!

What spell did you cast on him? You have two kids and Jared is still obsessed with you!”

Nicole glanced at Iris coldly and teased, “I guess I must’ve been away for too long. There’s actually someone in San Joto who doesn’t know about me.”

Previously, Nicole had always found it strange that Iris was so hostile to her. But now, everything was clear.

“Let me introduce myself,” Nicole said calmly. “I’m Nicole Riddle, the Chairperson of the Riddle Corporation. I’m also Jared Johnston’s wife. Five years ago, we got registered in Panem, but there was no wedding ceremony. As for those two kids you mentioned…”

Nicole paused for a moment before she continued speaking, sounding casual, “They’re our kids.”

It was as if thunder had struck. Iris widened her eyes in disbelief. “What did you say?”

“Th-That’s impossible! You’ve to be lying! That’s impossible!” Iris shook her head with all her might. She could not believe it.

“The reason why I told you all this is for you to come to your senses. Your one-sided love is a huge joke. It also shows how pathetic you are.”

The love that Iris spoke about, did she really think that love equaled to ruin?

“Let’s go.” Jared held Nicole’s hand and spoke in a rare gentle voice.

Nicole turned to him and smiled. “Alright.”

The reason she wanted to come over was just to see how crazy Iris was. But from the looks of it, it seemed like she was just an evil person.

Seeing that Nicole and Jared were leaving, Iris began to panic. She took two steps forward and was ready to chase after Jared, but she was stopped by Max.

“Jared, please let me explain. I didn’t know about this!” Iris was wriggling as she yelled. She wanted to explain and protect herself.

However, there was no chance for her to do so. Jared held Nicole’s hand and left.

“Sir, I’m really sorry. Please give me one more chance!” Hearing Iris’s bitter cry, Max frowned unhappily, “Stop crying. You should’ve thought about this day when you decided to work with Lawrence.”

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Iris was trembling badly, as if a basin of cold water had just poured on her head.

It made sense. She had lost her chance and she made too many mistakes. It never occurred to her that Nicole was already Jared’s wife.

By chance, Iris had heard that Jared had a wife in the past. But from what she understood, the lady was long gone. And now, she suddenly returned and was alive with two kids.

The siren of the police car sounded in Iris’s ears. She knew that everything was over for her. Her face turned pale.

Iris remained silent the whole time when she was being brought onto the police car. She seemed to have lost the will and energy to live. Even her eyes looked as if she were in a daze.

After watching the police car leave, Max ordered his men to leave. When he was finally alone, he heaved a sigh and shook his head.

‘Iris is such a fool! Even if Ms. Nicole never returned, Iris would’ve never had a chance,’ Max thought.

‘If Ms. Nicole never returned and disappeared forever, Mr. Jared would probably be single for the rest of her life.’

While this was happening, Jared and Nicole were on their way back home already.

Jared drove. And while driving, he kept smiling and glancing at Nicole from time to time.

“What are you smiling at?” Nicole could tell that there were some eyes gazing at her, so she could not help but glare at Jared.

“You’ve just publicly announced our relationship.” Jared glanced at Nicole, and he seemed to be saying, ‘You can’t escape from me anymore.’

“I was just reminding Iris of her position. It has nothing to do with you.” Nicole purposefully displayed a cold look.

It was as if she was saying, ‘Those were just plain explanations to refute Iris. There was no need to take it to heart.’

Jared seemed to understand Nicole’s reaction, so he replied calmly, “I heard it with my own ears, so it counts.”

“Hmph!” Nicole huffed, acting prideful.

Jared laughed and pinched Nicole’s hand. Then, he continued to focus on his driving.

Leaning on the car seat, Nicole looked out of the window, and a smile formed on her face.

The next morning, there was a huge commotion in the Riddle family because of the news.

Everyone gradually gathered downstairs and began to discuss the news out of shock.

“Does that mean their relationship is going to be official?”

“It doesn’t seem like it. This looks like paparazzi work.”

“Then what are they trying to do? Does this look like announcing their relationship to the world or refuting rumors?”

Nicole looked at how confused and worried everyone seemed. She smiled and comforted them, “Mom, Dad, let Samuel and June decide on their own.”

In fact, Nicole felt that this would be good for Samuel and June. Both of them had been arguing for a long time. A little push like this might bring them closer.

“The problem is we can’t tell what their decision is.” Gloria sighed.

If Samuel and June could clearly state their stance on this matter, Gloria would have gotten a grandchild by now.

“But it’s different this time. After all, they’re being exposed already.” Nicole laughed.

Hearing this, Gloria nodded. “That’s true. Well, I guess I should ask the wedding management company to speed up.”

Initially, Gloria thought of making the necessary arrangements first. Once Samuel recovered, she would discuss the details with Samuel and June. Looking at the current situation, they would not have to wait much longer. They could hold the wedding as soon as Samuel recovered.

“I’ll visit him after today’s show,” Spencer volunteered.

“I’ll go over after work too.” Nicole was also curious as to how the two of them would deal with being exposed.

 

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“Alright, why don’t you ask them when they’re gonna get married? Tell them not to wait any longer,” said Gloria.

They chatted while munching on their breakfast.

Lana, with a sparkle in her eyes, tilted her head and asked,” Mommy, can I go to Uncle’s house tonight?”

Nicole seemed unsure and replied, “Are you really eager to go, sweetie?”

“Yeah, Daddy, Mommy…” Lana said with a hint of sadness.” Ever since you stopped picking us up, we haven’t spent much time together with you.”

Jared scooped up Lana and said, “Alright, well all go together tonight.”

“Sounds good,” Nicole nodded. “After work, you pick them up, and I’ll head to June’s place on my own.”

Tia thought it might be a hassle for them, so she chimed in,” I can take Nolan and Lana there. Then I’ll come back on my own.”

Stanley said, Tia, we can just come back together.”

Just as Tia was about to explain why she wanted to come back, Stanley surprised her by saying, “I’ll arrange for someone to take care of Mrs. Wallace Sr.”

Tia was amazed that Stanley understood her concern, something most people wouldn’t think about.

“Yeah, it’s a rare chance, so you young folks should have some fun together. I’ll take care of things here for Mrs.

Wallace Sr.,” Gloria offered.

“Okay. Thanks, Mom, for looking after Grandma,” Nicole agreed with a smile.

Feeling a bit bashful, Tia didn’t refuse their kindness. She nodded and murmured, “Thank you.”

“Don’t mention it,” Nicole replied with a smile, and then reminded everyone, “Alright, it’s almost time. Let’s get going, n

Before long, they all headed off in different directions, each immersed in their own tasks.

When Nicole reached Riddle Corporation’s headquarters. Lulu came over all excited, ready to spill some gossip. “Hey, you heard about it, right?”

“Yeah, with such big news, I can’t not know,” Nicole replied, finding it pretty funny.

Lulu asked curiously, “What do you think they’ll decide?”

“I don’t know yet… I’ll ask after work,” Nicole said.

“Awesome, then I’ll come with you,” Lulu decided on the spot, wanting to be part of the fun.

Nicole grinned. She knew she didn’t have to invite Lulu; she would always be interested.

“Seriously, can you believe it? Samuel and June’s news got all the attention, and poor Harvey and Snow got overshadowed,” Lulu said with a sarcastic sigh.

Nicole raised an eyebrow, “So what’s the deal with Harvey and Snow?”

Lately, Snow seemed determined to get attention in the news, making sure everyone knew about her and Harvey. It all began in school, but now the whole town of San Joto knew about it. Nicole wondered if Snow and Harvey would ever end up together and how Snow would handle it.

Lulu sighed and rolled her eyes, “Oh, they’re just doing their usual stuff, showing up together at different events. I wish Snow would do something more interesting.”

“Be careful, things might be getting messy at DillCorp,” Nicole said, her expression turning serious. She thought,’ Harvey doesn’t even try to hide it. Those casual outings won’t fool anyone who isn’t as easily fooled as Snow.’

“Got it,” Lulu nodded, “And you know what? Raine’s been unusually quiet these days. I bet she’s planning something.”

“Yeah, this time she’s holding back a bit. Maybe being with James is making her wiser,” Nicole remarked, sounding a bit critical.

Lulu scoffed, “Well, she might be improving, but I wouldn’t go as far as saying she’s getting smarter.”

all the attention, and poor Harvey and Snow got overshadowed,” Lulu said with a sarcastic sigh.

Nicole raised an eyebrow, “So what’s the deal with Harvey and Snow?”

Lately, Snow seemed determined to get attention in the news, making sure everyone knew about her and Harvey. It all began in school, but now the whole town of San Joto knew about it. Nicole wondered if Snow and Harvey would ever end up together and how Snow would handle it.

Lulu sighed and rolled her eyes, “Oh, they’re just doing their usual stuff, showing up together at different events. I wish Snow would do something more interesting.”

“Be careful, things might be getting messy at DillCorp,” Nicole said, her expression turning serious. She thought,’ Harvey doesn’t even try to hide it. Those casual outings won’t fool anyone who isn’t as easily fooled as Snow.’

“Got it,” Lulu nodded, “And you know what? Raine’s been unusually quiet these days. I bet she’s planning something.”

“Yeah, this time she’s holding back a bit. Maybe being with James is making her wiser,” Nicole remarked, sounding a bit critical.

Lulu scoffed, ’’Well, she might be improving, but I wouldn’t go as far as saying she’s getting smarter.”

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“Hey, come on, it hasn’t been easy for her,” Nicole said, her eyes showing a bit of coldness.

“Oh, by the way, didn’t Ellar mention seeing James with some girl before? I think I saw them together that day too,” Lulu suddenly remembered, lowering her voice as if afraid someone might overhear.

Nicole narrowed her eyes, thinking it was important to find out who this woman was and what she meant to James. ‘Is James falling for someone else, or does he want to take over the whole Riddle family business?’

“Nicole, what’s going on in your head?” Lulu whispered, noticing Nicole’s silence.

Nicole’s face turned serious, “Let’s have someone thoroughly investigate this matter, leave no detail unchecked.”

“Sure, got it,” Lulu replied, her expression becoming serious as well.

The situation with James might have seemed like a coincidence once, but not twice. It was important to take it seriously.

While waiting anxiously in the DillCorp’s office, Raine couldn’t help but pace back and forth until she heard the door open. When she saw James, she couldn’t hide her displeasure, “What took you so long?”

“The investigation took sometime, but I found something,” James replied, walking toward her.

Raine’s expression softened a bit. “What did you find?”

James handed over the information to Raine. “Take a look.”

As Raine read through the contents, her face turned pale with shock. “Snow… How could she?”

“I don’t think she realizes how serious it is. Love has blinded her judgment,” James reminded Raine in a hushed voice.

Raine composed herself. “You’re right. Everett teaming up with Harvey to come after us is despicable.”

If Everett and Harvey succeeded, DillCorp would slip away from Raine’s family, falling into the clutches of Everett and Damien, while Damien’s group would gain the power to challenge the mighty Riddle Corporation.

Raine’s face flushed with anger. She clenched her teeth, feeling that the ambition of those schemers was ruthless.

“We can’t let this news spread. We have to act carefully,” James warned Raine.

Frowning, Raine quickly realized, “Right, we can’t let Dad know yet.”

After all, even with the evidence they had, there was no guarantee that Dillon would believe them. It might even tip off the perpetrators.

‘TH keep an eye on this side. We need to find the perfect solution,” James said, his expression serious, as he couldn’t afford to lose the prize.

“Do you have any ideas?” Raine asked James.

After a brief pause, James pondered and replied, “How about making Snow lose her real power? If Harvey’s plan fails, Everett won’t get anything either.”

“That’s a good idea. I’ll try to talk to Dad about it,” Raine immediately understood James’s intention, and it was indeed a brilliant plan. She thought, ‘I can persuade Dad to stop trusting Snow. When that happens, Harvey will also turn away from Snow, and everything will fall into place naturally.’

“Alright,” James agreed, his gaze deepening.

Completely unaware of James’s thoughts, Raine leaned into his embrace with a smile and said, “James, I wouldn’t know what to do without you by my side.”

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“Don’t worry, I’ll be with you all the time,” James reassured Raine, giving her a hug.

Raine blushed and smiled, leaning on James. It didn’t matter that he didn’t come from a fancy family. Right now, he was helping her, and that meant the world.

As the sun went down, June’s apartment was crowded.

“You guys really here to celebrate with me?” Samuel asked, looking a bit unsure as he glanced at his brothers. He felt like they were teasing him.

“You’ve got such a serious face, I bet your proposal didn’t go well,” Spencer said, teasing Samuel.

“Ha! Don’t act like you had better luck,” Samuel replied, giving Spencer a challenging look. “You’re not fooling anyone either.”

Spencer was surprised for a moment, then he frowned at Samuel. “Well, at least I didn’t get caught by paparazzi while dating someone.”

There was no denying it. Samuel had indeed been caught red -handed, so now he had to make the most of the situation and propose.

“Did June not agree?” Stanley asked in a hushed voice.

Samuel’s face stiffened.

Spencer shook his head. “Looks like you guessed right, Stanley.”

Meanwhile, Nicole and the ever-curious Lulu bombarded June with questions.

“Hey, it’s not what you think,” June said.

“What is it then?” Lulu blinked her eyes, looking eager to know.

“Well, you see, yesterday the weather was nice, and after dinner, I thought it would be cool to take a walk with Samuel. But someone spotted us, and it seems like the paparazzi had their eyes on us for a while.” June sighed.

“It’s not surprising that you guys got caught. I mean, everyone knows about his injury, and he didn’t stay home to recover. People are curious,” Lulu thought being caught dating was normal and found it odd if they hadn’t been caught.

“I never thought this apartment would attract attention,” June sighed again.

“Don’t sigh. Getting caught is a good thing! It’s like announcing your relationship. Saves you from all that hesitation,” Lulu lightly bumped June’s shoulder. “I can tell Samuel can’t wait any longer. You better hold onto him tight, or someone else might snatch him away.”

“Don’t jinx me! Keep an eye on your Spencer,” June grumbled, giving Lulu an annoyed look. She wondered why she couldn’t just wish her well.

Lulu’s expression froze for a moment, a hint of sadness flashing in her eyes.

Noticing Lulu’s strange look, June widened her eyes in surprise. “What’s with that look? Don’t tell me…”

Lulu quickly denied it, not wanting June to keep guessing randomly.

Unable to press further, June turned to look at Nicole, silently asking for some explanation.

“Today, we’re here to talk about you and Samuel, so don’t change the subject,” Nicole avoided addressing Lulu’s situation directly. She thought Spencer and Lulu were okay, but it was that Icyln making troubles. However, this wasn’t the right time to bring that up.

Ding-dong.

Just as June was full of suspicions, the doorbell rang.

“Who could it be?” June got up to answer the door.

“It’s probably Tia and my kids,” Nicole replied.

“Little darlings are here!” June exclaimed happily and went to open the door. As expected, it was Nolan and Lana.