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brey's face as she inquired, "Why do you claim that I am your wife in front of everyone?" Her words carried a tinge of confus

s. Aubrey furrowed her eyebrows, puzzled by his response. Sensing her bewilderment, Evan stepped close

detached, devoid of any discernible emotion. Aubrey stared back, her countenance conveying a mixture

ent, awakened by the commanding tone of Evan's voice. Unable to contain her curiosity any longer, she mustered the

nsion, struggling to interpret his motives. Yet, she couldn't bear the thought of squandering this opportunity with him. Aubrey had harbored feelings for Evan s

es fell upon a clause stipulating that her failure to perform satisfactorily might lead to their separation. Ignoring this disheartening condition, she

bewilderment. "No, from tonight onward, you shall sleep here," Evan commanded. Aubrey resigned herself to comply with his wishes, determined not to en

alant, displaying little interest in elaboration. Accepting his succinct response, Aubrey proceeded to lie down on the bed, its sheets imbued with the scent of Evan's cologn

o herself, closing her eyes as sleep beckoned. Unbeknownst to her, Eva

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ought Aubrey's assistance. Amidst her tasks, Aubrey's phone buzzed, revealing a message from John, Mr. Evan Cooper's driver. It conveyed Evan's desire to ac

engrossed in an iPad. "Sir, should we make a stop so that Miss Aubrey can be dressed appropriately for the occasion?" John asked, his eyes shifting between Aubrey and Evan. Evan, still e

ned director. "Director Evan! I heard you returned from your business trip," an elderly man exclaimed, approaching Evan with deference. Evan merely nodded, his presence commanding attention. Aubrey

say, "Had I known in advance, I would have made the necessary preparations. However, I shall arrange a secluded booth for you. Is that ag

fret." Aubrey nodded, her cheeks flushing at the warmth of his breath against her skin. Evan's remark about her stiffness lingered in her mind, while t

arity in their usual interactions. Observing the murmurs and curious glances, Evan remarked, "It amuses me to watch them strain their necks for a glimpse. Soon enough, they will gossip about how the esteemed Director of Cooper Enterprise, Evan Cooper, bro

s unexpected actions. "So far... your acting is far from convincing," he remark

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mindedly gazing out the car window, Aubrey heard Evan's voice break the silence. "You barely ate; you were preoccupied

ing Aubrey relieved as she gazed at her hand. "There will certainly be no more lunches at home," she whispered to hersel