Ch. 261..270

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 261-Corinne quickly readied herself as the purple–haired girl tried to attack them again. Her instincts kicked in, and she spread her arms to protect the blind elderly man behind her and was prepared to kick the girl again.All of a sudden, a group of men dressed in black appeared, surrounding Corinne and the blind elderly man. Two of the men quickly captured the crazy girl.Startled, the purple–haired influencer struggled while shouting at the top of her lungs, “Who are you people? Why are you capturing me?! Let me go!” The leader of the men shot the girl a cold glare before he turned to head toward his men. Respectfully, he bowed to the blind elderly man and said worriedly, “Sir, we finally found you. Are you alright? Why did you come out alone? The young master sent us out looking for you. He’s worried sick.” The blind elderly man snorted. “He has me locked up in the house every day. I just want to take a walk outside.” The man felt helpless. “He’s doing it for your good, especially now that your vision is impaired. He’s afraid you’ll hurt yourself.” The elderly man stood up straight with a stone–cold face and acted like a naughty, persistent kid. He said, “Never had I heard of a grandchild restricting his grandfather. It can only be the other way around!” The leader did not know what to do with the man. He took out his phone and reported back to his employer.“Sir, we found him. Yes. He’s at the bank of Yonder River. Yes!” Within a short while, an expensive limousine arrived and parked beside the road.The leader of the guards saw the limousine and ran toward it. As he bent his body, he opened the door for a tall man to get out of the car slowly and elegantly.The man stood up straight like a young handsome duke from the olden days. He wore an expensive, exquisite grayish formal suit. He walked steadily and in a very regal manner.The onlookers who stopped to watch what was happening were stunned. This was a perfectly young, handsome, surreal man that they could only see on television!The man walked toward the elderly man. Every step he took was right on beat with the heartbeat of those young teenage girls. He encompassed a naturally born type of charm and majesty.“Grandpa, if you continue to run off without telling me, don’t blame me for sending you into a fully guarded retirement home.” His voice sounded very gentle, yet his tone was threatening.The elderly man turned his dull eyes toward his grandson. Despite his impaired vision, he looked very prestigious too, especially when he knocked his white can on the ground. “I dare you.” The man in the grayish formal suit looked indifferently. With a smile, he respectfully replied, “As my word.” you said, I’m very much like you. You know I’m a man of Although the elderly man was reluctant to yield to his grandson, he knew better than to make him mad–mainly because his grandson had the same personality he had, and he had to think about the consequences. There was nothing he disliked more than to live in a fully guarded retirement house.He cleared his throat and deliberately changed the topic. “You’re right on time. A crazy woman parked her car on the tactile paving, and she pushed me. Luckily, this girl here bravely protected me. You must thank her on my behalf!”

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 262-The man looked up at Corinne, who stood beside his grandfather.

She had a calm and indifferent expression on her face, a huge contrast when one compared her expression with the shocked expressions on the onlookers‘ faces. It seemed like she was in her own world.

As a matter of fact, she did not look remotely shocked when she saw the man’s outstanding appearance.

Truth be told, Corinne thought of leaving when she knew the elderly man’s family arrived, but she could not find a way out due to the men in black still surrounding them.

The man nodded politely at Corinne. “Hello.” Corinne nodded back. “Hello.” She was no exception from the other girls when it came to judging a man’s appearance. It was normal that she, too, thought the man in front of him looked very handsome, but at the same time, he looked dangerous.

She had a feeling that despite his smile, the man was not genuinely happy or of any sort. In contrast to his handsome and friendly face, she felt like the man could turn out to be a cruel man that she should not get involved with.

Far different from Jeremy, Corinne reckoned. Jeremy did not look friendly. From top to bottom, he emitted a dangerous vibe that warned others to steer clear.

The man in front of her, on the other hand, looked gentle, yet his attitude felt so indifferent and distant. Nonetheless, he was still very charming and seductive.

The man then said, “Thank you.” “You’re welcome,” replied Corinne.

Such a simple conversation that both Corinne and the man acted indifferently.

Coincidentally, neither of them had the intention to continue talking.

The elderly man was annoyed with his grandchild when he heard their conversation.

Anxiously, he decided to take matters into his own hand as he asked cheerfully, “What’s your name, girl? Do you have a boyfriend? What do you think of my eldest grandson? He’s over thirty years old and hasn’t-” “Grandpa!” The man pinched his glabella and smiled bitterly at Corinne. “I’m so sorry. The old man is being foolish and says whatever’s in his mind.” “That’s alright.” Corinne smiled understandingly, but she did not want to tell them her name either. Thus, she said, “Sir, since your grandson is here, I’ll get going.

I have something else to do.” After she bid farewell politely, she requested the men dressed in black to move away and walked away neither haughtily nor humbly.

The elderly man was disappointed when he knew Corinne had left. “What do you think?” he asked his grandson. Is she pretty?” The man raised his brow as he saw Corinne walking away. “Very pretty.” The elderly man shorted and said disappointedly, “Then why didn’t you ask for her number? l’even took the intiative to hook you up with her!” Grandpa, you dont have to worry about my love life.” You don’t want me to worry? Bring back a wife, then! When I was your age, your dad was already in school. Look at you… The blind elderly man was not going to give up easily.

Grandpa, I know you’re tired. I’m going to have them send you home.” I'm not thred. Who told you I’m tired?” Men, send my grandfather home.” Yes, sit the man’s subordinates obeyed.

Corinne had not gone too far before the leader of the men in black came to look for her.

Miss, my employer has prepared this check for you as a gratitude for saving his grandfather. You’re free to write down any amount you want.” Corinne glanced over at the check faintly and scoffed. “A check with a maximum limit of seven hundred fifty thousand dollars, and he asked me to write down any amount I desire?” The leader was stunned. Is she saying this is too little?‘ he thought.

When the leader regained his senses, Corinne had walked down the stairs and got into Aaron’s pink sports car.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 263-Just as Aaron’s car drove off, another black car arrived and parked where Aaron did.

Sunny got off in a hurry and quickly ran toward the handsome man in a grayish formal suit. ‘Lucas, is everything alright?” he asked tentatively. “Did you find Grandpa?” As it turned out, the man was Sunny’s brother, Lucas.

The man had just coaxed his grandfather into the ear to go home. He glanced at Sunny when he heard his disappointing brother panting. He did not answer his question and instead asked, ” Where did you come from?”

Sunny would typically act haughtily like other rich kids, but he was a different person when he was with Lucas. He was well–behaved and lowered his head as if the mice had seen a cat.

“Lucas, I…came from Century Lunar Manor…” Lucas‘ expression hardened. “The term is starting soon, and you still have the time to play around? You’re repeating for the third time this time. Are you refusing to let other people take away your school hunk‘ title?” Sunny was embarrassed and felt his brother was being very sarcastic.

The girls in the school dubbed him the ‘school hunk because he was very good– looking, but because he could not pass his test to go to the university and had to repeat his high school year, he continued to be the school hunk in his school for consecutive years.

Being the school hunk was an honorable thing, but it was the opposite for him.

“I’ll study harder this time. Anyway, there’s a special occasion today…” Lucas snorted. “And which day doesn’t have a special occasion on your calendar?” Sunny looked innocent. “I’m being real this time, Lucas. Don’t you know? Anya is back! Jeremy decorated Lunar Century Manor with pink tulips, and it was so romantic. I went to witness her happiest moment!” ‘Anya is back?‘ Lucas was surprised.

Seconds later, he narrowed his eyes and figured something was wrong. He furrowed his eyebrows. “Jeremy is married now. Why did she come back and look for him?” Sunny had always been very protective of Anya, so he looked up and answered, “Lucas, the only reason he married his current wife is because of his grandfather. He has no feelings for his wife. And you know it, too. Anya can’t live without Jeremy. The last time you guys stopped her from being together with Jeremy, she tried to commit suicide…” Lucas‘ long eyes looked worried. He pinched his glabella.

Every family had their own problem.

Just then, one of the men dressed in black came over to ask, “Sir, what should we do with the influencer?” “Influencer, is it?” Lucas took out his vibrating phone and looked at the news.

His expression remained calm as he said, “Ban her, and never let her have any opportunity to ‘influence‘ others. Have her and the car she parked over the tactile paying vanish from this city forever.” His subordinate nodded. “Yes, sir!” The man then left.

Not long after, another came. This time, it was the leader who went to chase after Corinne, and he came back with the check she refused. “Sir, that girl didn’t accept the check and has left.” Lucas was typing on his phone when he heard that. His finger paused, and he looked up with at smile of surprise. “A girl with integrity. Good.

The leader, Edmund Claud, shook his head embarrassingly. “That’s not it. I think what she meant was…she thinks the reward is too little.” Lucas narrowed his eyes and looked at the check Edmund was holding in his hand. He recalled how dignified and humble she was.

If the girl really thought it was too little, she would not leave so easily. There were still some girls that were different from the others that deserved people to respect them.

Sunny looked at the check curiously. “Who is it? Seven hundred fifty thousand dollars, and she thinks that’s too little? If she doesn’t want it, just give it to me.” As he said that, his hand reached out to the check.

Alas, Lucas was quicker to take the check from Edmund and tear it into pieces.

“You have no right to use our family’s money because you can’t get into a university. Now, come back home with me to study!” “Alright…” Sunny was so upset that he lowered his head so far down that it might touch the ground. He wanted to cry, but at this point, all his tears were dried.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 264-Sky Mirror Residence was situated near Yonder River. There was only one unit per floor, and it was one of the most expensive places to stay in the city center.

On the 28th floor… Upon entering the unit, Corinne plopped onto the couch as if she was a jellyfish.

She was so tired that she wanted to stay there and not move.

At that moment, a fluffy cream–colored–a paste color of yellow–cat jumped up at her. It nuzzled Corinne with its head, demanding cuddles.

That was when Corinne was willing to sit up and cuddle the cat.

The cat’s name was Mia. Aaron took it in and raised it when he found it in the countryside. The cat was already eight years old.

Mia was a plump cat, and at first glance, people might think Mia had been living the high life since it was a kitten. As a matter of fact, Mia was there when all Corinne, Xante, and Aaron had were leftover meals. It stayed in a humid, tiny basement with them before.

Many years later, Mia finally got to live in such a comfortable place and had an endless supply of delicious cat food.

Xante was warming the milk in the open kitchen. She looked at the living room.

“Boss, how come you got enough spare time to come back here today?” Corinne sat on the gigantic couch with her legs crossed and was feeling sleepy as she cuddled Mia. “I’m on leave today, so I come back here to be with you guys.” Xante pushed up her gold–framed glasses and took out the warm milk from the kitchen. Caringly, she placed the milk on the coffee table in front of Corinne.

“Mister Jeremy is nice enough to let you go on leave?” Corinne closed her eyes tiringly and said tiredly, “No. I think he’s very busy today and won’t have the time to look for me, so I took this chance and gave myself a day off. He won’t know.” Truth be told, there was no particular reason. She just did not feel like going back to Holdens‘ estate today, and the feeling was very strong.

Aaron, who went back to his room to take a shower, came out and sat on the single couch at the side and said, “Boss, I’m craving your chestnut cake!” Xante glared at Aaron as if he was an annoying fly. “Are you seriously asking Corinne to bake for you now? She hasn’t been back lately, and now that she’s back, she has to satisfy your dirty mouth?” On the other hand, Corinne did not mind. She let go of Mia and let it play with itself. “I’m too lazy today. I’ll bake it for you when I wake up tomorrow.” Aaron crossed his legs delightfully and shot Xante a provoking look. “Did you hear that? That’s the way she pampers me!” Xante scoffed and wanted so badly to slap him.

Nonetheless, she was not surprised that Corinne would somewhat agree. She would spoil Aaron like he was her son. When she was busy, however, she would instruct him like a free worker.

All of them had gotten used to this way of getting along.

The three of them knew each other during their teenage years, and all of them had miserable fates. They gathered during their difficulties and worked harder together to build their business. That was how they founded Newmoon Group.

They did not have to live their life under someone else’s roof anymore.

Xante ignored Aaron altogether. She pushed up her glasses and sat to report to Corinne, “About the design for the new office building of Holden Group… They had urged me a couple of times, and I came out with some excuses to stall them. When do you plan on coming out with a preliminary design for them?” Corinne picked up the warm milk and took a sip. “Within three days. I’ll send the draft to their boss email. After getting their feedback, I’ll discuss the detailed exterior design of the building with them. I’ll deal with them directly, so you won’t have to worry about it in the future.” “Alright, I get it.” Xante nodded. She was rest assured when Corinne had her own plan.

Aaron rested his chin on his hand and teased, “Hey, boss, isn’t the boss of Holden Group your husband? Why do you need to communicate through email?

Isn’t it better to communicate together when you two are in bed? You’ll probably be surprised by it!” Her expression hardened instantly upon hearing Aaron’s words. She glared at Aaron and replied, clearly saying every word, “Jeremy and I are only married for a short term, and we’ll part ways once the period is up. Stop talking that nonsense!” Aaron was startled by this burst, and the same went with Xante. She was shocked by Corinne’s sudden mood change.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 265-It appeared that Corinne was not in her best state.

Aaron realized he had misspoken and had irked Corinne, so he quickly went over and apologized. “Boss, I’m sorry. I won’t do it again… Actually, Corinne was just a little frustrated and did not mean to lash out at Aaron. Inevitably, she rolled her eyes. “Okay, that’s enough. Stop acting cute.

Have you tracked down any of Nellie’s paintings in the market recently?” Aaron got serious and replied, “No. Most of the paintings in the market are by artists from foreign countries. I haven’t seen any paintings from local artists recently.”

Corinne narrowed her eyes and looked solemn. “Alright. Continue to monitor the market for me.” “Yes, ma’am!” Ever since she knew she was not Marvin’s biological daughter, she was more eager to find more clues about her mother.

She wanted to know who she was.

Who was her father? Why did he leave her and her mother?

Why did her mother leave her in the hospital and never came back for her? Why did her mother allow a man that had nothing to do with her to take her in?

What happened in the past?

She was curious and eager to find out the answers to these questions.

Xante noticed Corinne’s sour expression. She thus raised her chin at Aaron and said, “Hey, Aaron, go get us some supper. I think the boss is hungry.” Aaron frowned unhappily. “What? I just had my shower! Why don’t you go buy it?” Xante ignored him and continued, “Oh, and get a box of donuts. The boss likes that.” Aaron snorted and consoled himself. “Sigh! Poor me, being ordered around.” Although he sounded like he was reluctant, he quickly went back to his room to change and left the house after taking his car key.

Once Aaron left, Xante looked at Corinne and asked, “Boss, I actually heard something about what happened today.” Corinne regained her senses and looked at Xante. “Huh? What did you hear?” “I heard Miss Anya Rivera is back and that a man had decorated Lunar Century Manor with pink tulips to welcome her. I also heard about the confessions on the LED panel of the Century Bank Tower, the blue fireworks, and the drone performances… I saw them by accident when I was hanging my laundry on the balcony.” Upon hearing that, Corinne looked out the window in the living room. It was indeed as Xante said; they could clearly see the confession on the Century Bank Tower.

Their unit had the best view of the Yonder River that oversaw the entire Yonder River.

Xante asked another question, “Did Mister Jeremy do those because of Miss Anya?” Corinne nodded lightly. “Yeah, it’s all him.” “What’s their relationship?” Xante asked again.

“I heard they were actually a couple but were forced to break up. I don’t know about the details, though,” Corinne answered.

“Boss, I can feel that you’re in a bad mood today.” A ray of light flashed over Xante’s glasses. She said, “Is it because you are…jealous?” “Cough! Ack, ack…” Corinne choked on the milk she was drinking and began coughing so much that the veins in her eyes appeared

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 266-Xante hurried over to take the glass of milk from Corinne and placed it back on the coffee table. She then drew out a piece of tissue and passed it to her before she helped soothe her back.

After a while, Corinne finally stopped coughing. “Xante, you’re right. I’m in a bad mood today.” Xante nodded and asked, “Okay. Why?” When this topic was brought up, it seemed like fire was burning in Corinne’s eyes.

“Because Jeremy was ridiculous. I was having a good day, and he suddenly had me witness them seeing each other again after a long time. Regardless of what really went on, I’m still his legally married wife. That was very disrespectful.” Xante’s lips stretched into a thin line. “That…really is too much.” Corinne frowned unhappily. “I know he wants me to know his beloved woman is back, or maybe he’s thinking of reminding me to watch myself and avoid causing the apple of his eye any misunderstanding, but he could’ve used actual words to do that. It was totally unnecessary to let me live in that moment.” Xante agreed by nodding. “Yes. It was very rude of him to do that.” Corinne leaned back on the couch frustratedly. “That’s why I felt so annoyed and frustrated. How am I going to be his wife when I’m stuck between them during the remainder of my contract period?” “Oh, I see!” Xante curled up her lips into a smile. “Don’t go back. Let them live happily ever after and just ignore them!” That was exactly the problem Corinne had been thinking of. “I can’t. The contract is for three months, and it’s only been half a month. I must honor the contract. Besides, that old man isn’t easy to deal with. If I ran away halfway, I’m sure he’d search the whole world just to know where I went. It’s going to be even more troublesome then.” “So you’re going back tomorrow?” “Yes. I only have one month and a half left. I have to bear with it, even when I don’t want to.” Xante got up and went behind Corinne to massage her shoulders, feeling sorry for her. “I feel so bad for you.” Corinne pursed her lips. Honestly speaking, being Jeremy’s wife was even harder and more exhausting than engaging in hard labor.

Ever since she moved into the Holdens‘ estate, her life had been so dramatic.

Xante thought about it and asked another question, “But… As someone who has experience, I’d like to ask one more question. Did you sleep with him during this period?” The redness on Corinne’s cheeks remained after having her coughing fit.

Although she refused to admit it, she was honest. “Yes… Just once.” “Did you use protection?” Xante furrowed her eyebrows. Admittedly, that was not the answer she expected; she was just asking because she was being cautious.

Protection?

Corinne was stunned for a moment before saying guiltily, “No It happened too suddenly, and it was a special situation. I didn’t think too much about it. I don’t think I’m that unlucky to hit the jackpot by doing it once, right?” “It’s hard to say. If you don’t want to have anything to do with Mister Jeremy after your contract ends, it’s better to use protection in the future,” reminded Xante kindly.

Corinne’s pupils looked cold. “That was an accident, and it won’t happen again.” Still, Xante looked worried. “Then…do you like him?” Corinne chuckled. “Why would I like him? Because he’s old? Because of his hot temper? Because he likes to bully me?” Xante was amused by Corinne’s behavior; she looked rather cute in an arrogant way.

She smiled. “What I mean is, do you find him sexy?” Corinne did not think too much of this question. “There’s nothing I can do that he’s sexy. He was lucky to be born with a handsome face and a fantastic body.

How can I say that he’s not sexy? He was born with it, and it has nothing to do with my feelings. Don’t tell me you don’t find him sexy.” Xante cleared her throat. “Of course, I think he’s not too bad!” Suddenly, Corinne looked up at Xante. “Huh? When did you change your taste to mature men? I remember you prefer younger guys.” Xante lifted her glasses again and smiled suggestively. “I don’t mind a mature man. I don’t restrict myself to just one type!” Corinne studied the look on Xante’s face and started to sympathize with her ex– boyfriends, whom Xante dumped after she got bored.

Corinne shook her head, feeling sorry for the boys.

“Xante, you’re not getting any younger. You should do more good deeds. Stop playing those guys and be more serious with your relationship.”

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 267-Xante shrugged nonchalantly. Her obsession was not important, and she did not want Corinne to worry about her.

She continued with the previous topic. “Oh! Aaron is good- looking too. He’s nearly 6 feet, has broad shoulders, and a thin waist with eight–pack abs. Do you think he’s sexy?” Corinne was dumbstruck.

Of course not!

Aaron was a charming guy that could mesmerize many girls, but to her, he was the same guy he was when he was a kid. A silly guy.

Xante continued to massage Corinne’s shoulders. “That’s the difference. You don’t think every handsome man is sexy unless you have feelings for him.” ‘What is Xante saying? Is she saying I have feelings for Jeremy? ‘Corinne thought.

She furrowed her eyebrows in disgust. “That’s because Aaron is too feminine, and he’s not my cup of tea!” Xante nodded. “Yeah, you’re right. He’s not my cup of tea either!” Just then, the door opened.

Aaron walked in leisurely. “Did you two make me go out to buy supper just so you can talk smack about me behind my back?” Xante pushed up her glasses. “We’re saying you have a good body. Is that bad– mouthing you?” Aaron placed the supper he bought on the coffee table and took off his jacket to show the muscles he was proud of. “It’s true that I have a fabulous body. Here, I’m going to show you guys some tonight. I spent two hours in the gym every day and nurtured my body with good–quality protein powder. You’re free to touch them!” “Shoo!” hissed Xante. “Don’t make me and Corinne puke!” Aaron continued to show off his muscles.

Corinne grabbed her chin and thought deeply. “Xante, I think you’re right. I only have one man and it was a nice experience, so I might have a false impression.

Maybe I should try a few more to compare so I know what I really like.” After that, she stood up and extended her hand out to feel Aaron’s abs with his shirt on.

“What do you think?” Aaron flashed a confident sexy Am I sexy?” smile.

Corinne pulled her hand back and shook her head. “Xante, you’re right. It disgusts me to touch the man I have no feelings for.” The smile on Aaron’s face froze. “Boss! Are you insulting me?” Xante patted his shoulder. “Don’t doubt it. She is insulting you!” Aaron snorted. “You two evil women! You girls like to bully me so much!” The three of them joked and chatted while they ate their supper, and they then went back to their own room to rest afterward.

However, Corinne found herself struggling to fall asleep- probably because of all that food.

It was a rare moment that she woke up early the next morning. She headed to the kitchen to bake the chestnut cake she promised Aaron last night.

She left a portion for Aaron and Xante in the kitchen and took away some. After that, she grabbed a taxi and headed back to the Holdens‘ estate.

The person who answered the door for her today was neither Bowen the butler nor any of the maids. Instead, it was a girl in a silk nightgown. She opened the door, barefooted.

It seemed like the girl was still groggy from sleep. She blinked her sleepy eyes and tilted her head as she asked, “Who are you?

Corinne recognized the girl from the photo she saw. It was Anya Rivera.

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 268-Anya was slightly shorter than Corinne. Her skin looked so fair that it looked like she was sick or suffered from malnutrition. She had shaped her eyebrows exquisitely to accentuate her gentleness. There was a rouge mole between her brows, too.

She had a beautiful pair of slightly droopy eyes, making her look like a carefree fawn innocent to the dangers of the world.

She was very pretty but not the aggressive, invasive type of beauty. On the contrary, people would automatically think of protecting her.

However, she was wearing a nightgown and opened the door barefooted… It seemed like she must have spent the night here yesterday.

As Corinne was aware of that, she curled her lips ironically.

Luckily, she was smart enough to stay outside last night, or it would have been embarrassing. That being said, how shameful can Jeremy be? Could he at least be kind enough to stay outside with his old love?

Did he not know he was already married?

Even though their marriage was built upon a mutual agreement that was forged, it was still very mean of him to bring another woman back into their home to stay overnight!

Anya blinked her large round eyes when she did not get any answer or response from Corinne. She asked again, “Hi. Who are you looking for?” Corinne was not ignoring her; she just did not know how to answer Anya’s question. She presumed Anya would not know her even if she told Anya her name. However, if she told Anya she was Jeremy’s wife, it seemed like she was provoking her.

She did not have the intention to create any conflicts with Anya, whom she had just met for the first time nor did she intend to steal Jeremy from Anya.

After some thinking, she found a more subtle answer. “I’m not looking for anyone. I’m staying here temporarily.” Anya widened her eyes like she discovered something new. ” You stay here?” At that moment, Bowen came running down the stairs with an anxious look. All of a sudden, he saw Corinne standing at the door. His eyes brightened as he strode toward them excitedly. ” Ma’am, you’re back!” Corinne looked at Bowen and nodded.

Caringly, Bowen examined Corinne from top to bottom before he asked, “Ma’am, where did you go last night? Why didn’t you come back?” Corinne entered the house and nonchalantly answered, “I was at my friend’s house and it was getting late, so I spent the night there.” Knowing Corinne was home safe and sound, Bowen was relieved. “I see.

Anyway, it’s good that you’re back.” The changes in Bowen’s expression did not affect Corinne. Naturally, she passed the lunchbox in her hand to him and said, “Bowen, this is the chestnut cake I brought back from my friend’s house. Can you please get someone to put it in the freezer? I’m going to eat it when I’m hungry during the evening.” Bowen accepted it respectfully. “Yes, Ma’am.” Immediately, he called a maid over and passed the chestnut cake to her, telling her to put it into the fridge. He also gave her a hint to call Jeremy to inform him that Corinne had returned.

The maid understood and nodded before leaving with the lunchbox.

After that, Corinne walked toward the stairs to go upstairs to her room without caring about Anya. In fact, she had her plate full. Designing the Holden Group’s building was not an easy job. After delaying it for many days, she finally found inspiration for the design.

It was very pressing to come out with a draft design within three days, so she had to make use of her time wisely and get started with her work.

However, someone called out to her softly after she took a few steps.

“Corinne.” Anya sounded gentle and soft.

Corinne stopped walking and was surprised Anya knew her name.

She looked back. “Yes? Is there anything I can do for you?

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 269-Anya’s large doe eyes stared at Corinne as Anya slowly approached her. “So you’re Corinne!” Corinne nodded. “Yes, I’m Corinne.” ‘What is that? Is she looking for a fight?‘ she thought.

Being close to each other, Anya suddenly grabbed Corinne’s hands intimately.

With an apologetic expression, she said, ” I’m sorry. I didn’t know it was you. I thought you were a guest

Corinne was not used to having physical contact with the person she first met.

Calmly, she withdrew her hands and smiled faintly. “It’s alright. We’ve never met before, so it’s normal that you don’t know me.” Nevertheless, Anya did not mind it and smiled purely. “I’ve been hearing Jeremy talking about you on the phone when I was away.” Corinne raised her brow. “Is that so? What did he say about me?” She bet nothing good about her would come out of Jeremy’s mouth.

Anya looked at her admiringly, and her smile looked so pure and sincere.

“Jeremy praised you all the time. He said you’re a smart girl and not the type of girl who’d think of ways to marry into a rich life. He also said you know your place and are a girl with principles. You always keep a safe distance from him.

Anyway, he kept on going about how nice you are.” That was quite a lot, which meant they probably called each other very often.

From Corinne’s point of view, she did not think Jeremy was praising her. She figured he was reporting his daily life to Anya and making sure she did not think he was developing feelings for Corinne.

‘Hoho! I didn’t know Jeremy was such a self–aware person. He has a very strong survival instinct,‘ mused Corinne.

Corinne stretched her lips and said, “Well, I should be thanking him for all the compliments.” “Corinne, thank you for helping Jeremy to deal with his family during this period,” said Anya sincerely.

“It’s nothing.” Corinne smiled helplessly. As a matter of fact, she was forced to do this.

“You’re so nice. I have a feeling that we’re going to be best friends.” Anya then grabbed Corinne’s hands again as if regretting only knowing Corinne, and she blinked at her light- heartedly, trying to get on her good side.

Anya was too passionate.

Corinne was too embarrassed to withdraw her hands a second time, so she endured the discomfort.

There was nothing wrong with Anya, but Corinne refused to be friends with the people from Jeremy’s circle.

When the contract period was over, Jeremy–as well as those she knew that came with knowing him–would have nothing to do with her.

“Jeremy! You’re back!” Suddenly, Anya let go of Corinne’s hand and ran over to the door happily.

Corinne turned back and saw Jeremy.

He had just come in from the door, looking rather anxious.

Oddly, he still had the formal suit he was wearing yesterday on him. The wind had tousled his hair with a few strands standing up. It made him look less stern, more genial than his usual mature and calm look.

His focus remained on Corinne the moment he walked into the house. His long, narrow eyes were bloodshot. It looked as though he had grown stubbles on both sides of his cheeks.

He looked much different than how he used to look. He looked rugged, exhausted, unkempt, and dangerous.

Moreover, he looked…haggard, which his strong, cool face never once showed before.

Overnight, it looked as though Jeremy slimmed down a lot.

Corinne could not help and wonder if he had overindulged last night… She narrowed her eyes and thought, ‘They haven’t seen each other for a long time. I bet they couldn’t control themselves and held each other in their arms throughout the night, especially with how passionately Jeremy confessed his love to her

 

The Day I Kissed An Older Man Chapter 270-Anya tugged at the hem of Jeremy’s shirt and said softly, Jeremy, I’ve introduced myself to Corinne. You were right about her after all! She’s a nice girl, and I like her too!” Finally, Jeremy’s gaze shifted from Corinne as he then looked down at Anya. He said, “Go change your clothes. I’ll ask Tommy to send you back. Your family misses you.” Anya was rather reluctant, but she nodded obediently. “Okay. Well, I’ll head home now.”

Jeremy responded and looked up again, frowning when he realized Corinne was no longer there.

Corinne headed upstairs while Jeremy spoke to Anya. It was no fun being the third wheel.

The moment she entered the room, she could sense that someone had moved the items.

The room was Jeremy’s, and she had been staying in this room to play a good role as Jeremy’s wife ever since she moved in.

Jeremy did not come back very often. Even when he did, he would sleep on the couch after taking his shower. Never had he truly moved the items in the room.

When the maid did the cleaning, they never dared to move any of the items.

At this moment, many items on the shelves and table had shifted places. Even the lamp on the bedside table was moved from the left to the right.

Corinne was used to sleeping on the left side. Placing the lamp on the left side was convenient for her to switch it on when she got up at night.

It was very obvious that the lamp was moved to the right.

The bedsheets and pillows were very neatly organized without a crease. It seemed like the maid had just tidied it this morning.

Did Jeremy and Anya sleep in this room last night?

Well, there was nothing wrong with that. Where else would he sleep when he brought his beloved woman back to his house?

Corinne frowned in disgust. She thought the room was not clean anymore, and she would rather sleep in the guest room.

The moment she opened the door once more, a tall man stood outside the room. She was shadowed by his tall, aloof body.

Instinctively, she backed up a step and looked up at him.

It was more obvious to see how exhausted he was in such proximity. The veins in his eyes showed he did not have a good night’s sleep last night.

How deeply in love were they with each other? Jeremy was always a calm person with much self–restraint. It was nearly impossible for him to lose control of himself and allow himself to indulge so much unless he loved Anya that much.

Corinne’s eyes sank. “Mister, you look very tired today. You can have the bedroom. I’ll go to the guest room.” She then attempted to walk past Jeremy to head out.

Nevertheless, Jeremy calmly stepped forward and stopped Corinne from leaving. He asked fiercely, “Where did you go last night?” His tone was calm and deep, but it sounded very stressful and suppressive.

“I was at my friend’s house,” Corinne answered honestly.

Jeremy furrowed his eyebrows and narrowed his handsome eyes sternly. “Who gives you the permission to stay out all night?” Corinne frowned in dissatisfaction. ‘What is he talking about? I’m a grown–up, not a kid. What’s wrong with spending the night over at my friend’s house?

Besides, what am I going to do if I returned, anyway? What if I saw something I shouldn’t see or heard something that I’m not supposed to hear? That’s going to be very embarrassing for all of us!