Filed to story: The CEO’s Wife Is a Secret Boss Novel (Allison & Jeremy) Free Online
However, Alyssa didn’t see Jeremy and Liana because she was too engrossed in Landon, who was telling a joke animatedly. She looked into Landon’s eyes, and they both chuckled.
Jeremy felt a weight on his chest. The sight pained his eyes.
Landon sensed an air of hostility and looked up. His eyes widened in shock. “Jeremy! Why are you here?”
Alyssa finally noticed Jeremy and his sour face. Her gaze swept past Liana, who was in his arms, and a smirk appeared across her face.
Knowing it was her chance, Liana held Jeremy tighter and glared at Alyssa to claim him.
Alyssa was unbothered by the action. In the past, she might have been envious of Liana, but she felt nothing but calm at the moment.
To her, Jeremy and Liana were a bastard and a bitch who deserved each other.
“I should be asking you that, Landon Harper,” Jeremy growled.
“I’m shopping. You know me best. Shopping is my hobby.” Landon put on a wide smile, not knowing that he was in trouble.
Alyssa wholeheartedly agreed with Landon’s answer. She had never seen a man more passionate about shopping than Landon.
Although he was always chatting with her, his eyes kept darting to the store window. He would have shopped in every store if she weren’t in a hurry.
However, Landon’s honesty sounded like a challenge to Jeremy.
“I never knew that Ms. Burton was close to Mr. Harper in private. They even came on a shopping date.” Liana leaned against Jeremy’s chest. “Jeremy, let’s go home. Let’s not be the third wheel and ruin their date.”
Alyssa glanced at her with indifference. On the other hand, Landon’s mind wandered when Liana described his outing as a date. 1
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“Hey, Jeremy!” Liana called out to him, but he did not turn back. Her eyes blazed.
Alyssa stared up into his sharp eyes. He was taller than her, even when she was in heels. She felt overwhelmed under his gaze.
“What is this?” He confronted her.
“We’re just shopping. What’s wrong?” She snickered dispassionately. “I know we don’t see eye¨Cto- eye, but you can’t seriously blame us for bumping into you here.”
“You said you were shopping with him?” He enunciated the last word in his sentence as he scowled at her.
“And what’s wrong with that? It’s not like I’m a wolf.” Landon clicked his tongue.
Jeremy clenched his jaw. “Who knows whether you’re a wolf when you are undressed?”
“What the fuck?” Landon’s brows snapped together ferociously when he heard the remark.
“Jeremy Walsh, it’s my freedom to shop with whoever I like. Why would you pick at me after the divorce? You’re only being ridiculous.” Alyssa ignored the anger in Jeremy’s eyes.
She wondered if he was angry and jealous of her and Landon. She ruled out the possibility on second thought because Jeremy had never loved her
“How could you hang out and shop with my friend before we go through the divorce proceedings? What would people think of the Walsh Group and the Harper Group? Is this your plan to stir trouble again?”
Jeremy had a crazy look in his eyes as his chest tightened. Meanwhile, Landon secretly grumbled,
You sly thing. Are you using me to get out of this fight when you’re stuck?”
“Hah.” Alyssa merely took Jeremy’s criticism as an unfunny joke. “No one knew I was your wife outside of the Walsh Family.”
Jeremy’s eyes widened as his emotions simmered.
“Have you once publicly introduced me in the three years we were married? Have you introduced me to your friends? You didn’t even plan a wedding for us.”
Alyssa beamed widely as if to taunt him. “Don’t worry about it. Even if you plaster my face on the screen outside the mall, no one will recognize me as Allison Burton, your ex¨Cwife.
“As for the reputational damage to you and Landon, I assure you that you’re overthinking it. Let’s live separate lives. If we run into each other, we should just act like strangers.
“After all, an ex is as good as dead; best if she doesn’t make a sound at all.”
With that, she brushed shoulders with him and left the scene.
It took Landon a split second to think before he decided to leave his friend behind and go after his crush.
Jeremy inhaled sharply in a long face as he stared at Landon. The veins on the back of his hands. were popping.
Somehow, he felt as though Landon had heartlessly stolen his partner. Good friends should follow the bro code. But for Landon, it was hoes before bros.
What a bastard!
“Jeremy, my chest hurts…” Liana hurriedly went up to him and rested her head against his shoulder as she grumbled. “Since you’re here, why don’t we go shopping? You’ve never shopped with me. Look at Mr. Harper going shopping with Ms. Burton…”
Jeremy followed Alyssa’s figure with his eyes.
“Fine.”
Alyssa shuffled away, looking upset. Her ex¨Chusband’s sudden appearance was a buzzkill that ruined her good mood.
“Hey,” she suddenly called out. Landon answered with a twinkle in his eye, “I’m here.”
“I’m in a bad mood. Why don’t you share a few more jokes?”
Landon was speechless at her request. “Well, I can certainly do that. If you’re looking to cheer up, I can gather a few people and have fun at ACE tonight.”
“It’s fine. I don’t drink with guys I don’t know.” She shot him a cold look. “By the way, aren’t you worried that Jeremy might unfriend you if we keep hanging out?”
“F***. You guys are divorced. Even if it’s not official yet, it’s almost certain. I didn’t steal his girl or loot a burning house. What is he angry for? An oversensitive jackass.” Landon snorted.
At the same time, Alyssa was attracted by a shimmery blue diamond necklace in a store display window. Before she knew it, she had wandered into the store. Landon followed along.
“Can I have a look at this necklace?”
“Madam, you have great taste indeed! This necklace is a limited¨Cedition item from our brand designer’s summer line¨C’Starry Ocean’! There are only five of its type in the nation.”
The store employee enthusiastically introduced the background of the product while removing it from the display.
As an expert in jewelry, Alyssa could tell that the shade of the blue diamond was rather ordinary. It was neither vivid blue nor deep blue. Still, she admired its skillful cut and design concept. The designer must be a soulful talent. Thanks to the brand effect, the necklace had a seven¨Cfigure price tag
“Do you like it?” Landon bent his left knee and stretched his right leg while sitting on a stool He rested his chin on his hand and smiled at her flirtatiously.
The employees marveled at their outrageously good looks. It was a pleasant view to behold!
“Mhm,” she muttered softly while admiring the necklace.
“Try it on.” He gestured with his chin.
“Wow! That’s a lovely necklace! I love it so much!” Liana’s shrill voice cut through the air, causing Alyssa and Landon to frown. Alyssa turned around and watched as Liana approached her while holding Jeremy’s hand.
The employees gaped at Jeremy’s presence. His perfectly chiseled and smooth features were a work of art. Unfortunately, the woman he came with was nowhere as attractive and well¨Cdressed as Alyssa.
“Tsk, why is she haunting us?” Landon grumbled in a low voice.
Jeremy’s eyes fell on Alyssa.
“Jeremy, I love this necklace so much. It’s so pretty. Can you buy it for me?” Liana pouted and swayed Jeremy’s arms like a child asking for candy.
Landon rubbed the goosebumps on his arms.
Jeremy’s pupils contracted. He pursed his lips. In the past, he would quietly buy anything Liana fancied without her asking and deliver it to her.
However, the sight of the blue diamond necklace reminded him of the humiliating auction and the Crimson Heart that would forever be locked away.
The smile on her face froze amid his hesitation.
“Miss, here’s my card.” Landon quickly handed the employee a black card and beamed at Alyssa. Please wrap the necklace nicely. It’s my gift to this young lady.”
Alyssa glowered at Landon. Before she could stop him, she saw Jeremy handing his black card to the employee.
Take my card. I’m buying the necklace.” Jeremy cast a deep glance at Alyssa.