Rebel 18

The morning incident nearly made Jessica late for work .

When she arrived at the office , she was informed that the CEO wanted to see her .

Since Charles had assigned her the design for the Montara Plaza project , he was likely checking on her progress .

Jessica entered the CEOs office , where Charles was seated in a leather swivel chair while reviewing documents .

His tailored suit accentuated his tall and striking figure .

Jessica approached his desk .

Charles lifted his gaze , his dark eyes narrowing slightly .

What happened to your face ? Jessica was taken aback .

Even after applying the medicine , was the swelling still that obvious ? She didnt want to tell him that Jane had confronted her .

He had made it clear before .

He didnt want to be dragged into her disputes with Hugh .

So , she had no choice but to lie .

I accidentally bumped into something this morning .

Charless gaze darkened .

Her lie was blatant , but he didnt call her out .

Whether she chose to tell the truth was up to her .

Hows your preparation for the Montara Plaza project ? he asked .

Ive reviewed all the project details .

I planned to visit the construction site today , Jessica replied .

Perfect timing .

I need to go there as well .

Youll come with me .

With that , he set down his pen and stood up, ready to leave .

Jessica was a little surprised but quickly composed herself and nodded .

They left the company together and headed to the Montara Plaza project site .

This was a commercial complex integrating hotels , entertainment , and shopping .

Jessica was in- charged for designing the hotels interior .

Upon arrival , the site manager greeted them and reported the construction progress to Charles .

Jessica listened attentively while taking notes and observing the environment .

Midway through the briefing , a worker approached the manager with an issue , prompting Charles to dismiss him to handle it .

Jessica and Charles proceeded to the already constructed shopping center .

On the first floor lobby , workers were installing chandeliers .

Bumrunna une hueu naving no attention to them .

Ther then Charlees nhona rini .

He mactured for He stood in the nearby corridor engaged in conversation , while Jessica continued surveying the site , mentally crafting design ideas .

By chance , she noticed a newly installed chandelier above Charless head swaying precariously in the wind .

Thats dangerous ! She instinctively wanted to warn him , but the chandelier suddenly came crashing down before she could say anything .

Watch out ! Acting on reflex , she lunged forward and shoved him aside .

Bang ! Ah ! Jessica cried out in pain .

Jessica ! Charles caught her in his arms , his expression darkening as he saw blood seeping from her injured foot .

Seeing her hurt because of him , his chest tightened , and an ominous chill settled over his features .

Who told you to rush over ? His brows furrowed as he reprimanded her in a low voice .

Jessica looked at him , feeling wronged .

If I didnt , that chandelier wouldve landed on your head .

Internally , she grumbled .

She saved him and yet he scolded her ? Do I look that stupid ? Charles huffed irritably .

At that moment , the site manager returned from handling the issue , and other workers gathered after hearing the commotion .

Charles turned his ice cold gaze to the manager .

Who was responsible for installing these chandeliers ? The manager shuddered under his intimidating presence .

Ill check right away .

Fire them .

And whoever oversaw this installation , fire them too .

Charless voice was laced with .

He had no tolerance for negligence .

The workers collectively gasped while Jessica frowned .

Wasnt that too harsh ? Yes , Mr.

The manager nodded hurriedly , sweat forming on his forehead .

Without another word , Charles scooped Jessica into his arms and strode away with a grim expression .

He took her to the nearest hospital .

The doctor treated her wound .

Fortunately , it wasnt too severe , but it could get infected if she wasnt careful .

273 His gaze was unreadable as he looked down at her .

He hadnt expected her to throw herself into harms way for him .

Was she not afraid of getting hurt ? If the chandelier had hit her head instead of her foot .

His chest tightened at the thought .

He didnt want to imagine the consequences .

Jessica felt uncomfortable under his intense stare .

She licked her dry lips and awkwardly said , Its not serious .

You dont have to Dont do something so foolish next time .

Before she could finish , he coldly cut her off .

She froze , staring at him in disbelief .

She had thought he might feel guilty about what happened , and she was just about to reassure him that there was no need to blame himself .

But instead , he called her foolish ? Ungrateful ! Got it .

I wont overstep next time , she muttered , frustrated that he hadnt even thanked her .

Charles was about to say something when her phone suddenly rang .

Jessica answered , and whatever she heard made her expression change instantly .

What ? Okay .

Im coming right now ! She immediately tried to get out of bed , but Charles stopped her .

Where are you going ? Something happened to my son at school ! I need to get there now !