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Chapter 24 His Secretary Rheas face shifted , masking something as she quickly retorted .

Its no secret .

She then added , a bit impatiently , I need to go for a pregnancy test , please step aside .

Jessica noticed Rheas evasive demeanor and wondered if there was more to her fathers death phun she knew Suddenly , Buch appeared .

Rhea ? What are you doing here ? he asked .

Sezzing the moment , Rhea shoved Jessica aside and dramatically threw herself into Hughs arms , fancamme distress .

Hughh , witnessing her theatrics , turned a cold gaze towards Jessica .

What did you do to Rhea ? Jessica could not help but scoff at the absurdity , dismayed that Hugh , who once claimed to love only her , was now vehemently defending another woman .

She fixed her gaze on Rhea , demanding .

Till ask one last time , do you want to tell me who that man is? Rheas eyes Hugh .

flickered nervously , cleanly auous about Jessica revealing too much in front of What man ? Hugh interjected with suspicion .

Rhea quickly dismissed him , Dont listen to her , she just threatened me , wanting you back for herself .

Jessica scoffed at Rheas lies , pitying Hugh for being denied .

Undeterred by Rheas non cooperation .

Jessica med no Hugh , Do you know about the child shes carrying … Before she could finish , Rhea clutched her stomach and screamed , cuting Jessica off .

Hugh instantly focused on Rhea .

Whats wrong ? Hugh , my stomach hurts suddenly .

The baby .

Jessica must have pushed me causing distress .

Rhea claimed .

Jessica was incredulous , angrily retorting , Dont spout lies ! When did I push you ? Hugh , however , sharply rebuked her , Jessica ! If anything happens to our baby , I wont forgive you .

Jessica found the whole scene ludicrous .

Hugh , you should first verify if that child is even Ah ! It hurte en much .

Huch ! Plesce take me to a doctor Im en commu Η Chapter 24 His Secretary +8 Pearts : Concerned solely for the baby , Hugh responded , Okay , lets go to the doctor right away .

Dont be scared .

He shot Jessica a stern look , supporting Rhea as they hurried away .

Jessica stood still , watching Hughs concerned figure disappear , wondering how he would feel when he discovered the child was not his Rhea cast a chilling glance back at Jessica , her look icy ; she was determined to keep Jessica from uncovering the truth .

The next morning , as Charles settled into his office , a cup of hot coffee was promptly placed before him .

A soft voice interrupted his focus , Mr.

Hensley, here is your coffee .

He was accustomed to his secretary bringing him coffee daily , but today was different .

He looked up , surprised to see not his usual secretary but Mavis standing there .

His expression turned serious and chilly as he asked , Why are you here ? Mavis seemed intimidated by his demeanor and stuttered in response .

Its Your father asked me to intern at the company .

He asked me to work with you , to to be your secretary first Charles suspicion deepened .

Was this his fathers doing ? He glanced at Mavis , who was visibly shaking , then picked up his phone to call home .

Hello , its me .

Did you arrange for Mavis to work at the company ? Mavis , standing on this side of the desk , was taken aback .

He had directly called his father to question the arrangement .

On the other end , Dom , expecting this call , remained unfazed .

Dom Hensley , have you forgotten our companys policies during your absence ? If she is to work here , she should at least pass the HR departments assessment , Charles argued , clearly irritated by his fathers interference .

Did Dom really think that by pushing this arrangement , he would develop an interest in her ? Doms response was firm , She has passed my assessment , and I believe she is fully qualified to be \ your secretary ? Charles gaze hardened .

I dont need a secretary .

If you truly wish to place her within the company , then Ill have HR assign her a suitable position .

Theres no need for that .

Shes fine as your secretary , Dom insisted .

Chapter 24 His Secretary + B Pear Dom , tired of the indirectness , replied , Mavis is also be a daughner to me .

Shes well educated and gentle , perfectly suited to be your partner .

Dad , Im not lacking for women .

Charles retorted , making in dear he had no interest in the women his father tried to set him up with .

Dom scoffed , Is that so ? Are you saying there are women and you ? Witry havent I heard of any ? A flash of Jessicas face crossed Charles mind , altering his tone slightly .

I will bring her home to meet you one day .

With that , he ended the call abruptly .

left pondering on the other end , threw his phone aside , wondering when his own band managed to keep a woman a secret .