Dear Ex-wife, Marry Me novel Chapter 12

Kurt was right behind her, no more than a meter away, and his bodyguard was outside.

Ian was dressed in a black tracksuit, his left hand tucked in his pocket. He was tall and long-legged, every move revealing the fluid and upright lines of his body.

He was standing at the entrance of a lounge not far away, about to go in.

Kurt licked his lips, boldly staring at her back, and then whispered, "Your husband's here, aren't you gonna say hi?"

Maja took a deep breath, no time to hesitate, and quickly walked over.

Ian had just put his hand on the door handle and opened a crack when he heard footsteps behind him, followed by the sweet and soft body of a woman.

He didn't have time to refuse, and with a bit of finesse, the woman got them both into the lounge.

Ian frowned, "Out."

Quick as a flash, Maja locked the door and leaned against it, looking at him earnestly, "Mr. Raymond, I don't mean to bother you, can I hide out here?"

The man didn't speak, his gaze falling on her knee.

Maja followed his gaze and noticed the red mark on her knee was more pronounced because of the hot steam.

"This is from when I bumped it in the car…" She trailed off, feeling embarrassed, her face flushing uncontrollably, somewhat at a loss.

He didn't ask about this. Why did she explain!

"What are you doing here?" Ian looked down at her from his height.

"For work."

The air grew quiet.

Ian gave her a deep look, his expression complex, before turning and heading into the bathroom without throwing her out.

Hearing the sound of water from the bathroom, Maja averted her gaze, but from the corner of her eye, she could see the reflected figure on the frosted glass. The man's body was lean, water running down his sturdy chest, disappearing into hidden places--

Maja knew well the warmth and strength beneath that skin. She closed her eyes and turned away.

Kurt had already left. The crisis was averted, and Maja had no intention of staying there any longer.

Sleeping with Ian was already embarrassing enough. With a divorce impending, she should understand her situation better.

When Ian came out in a new suit, Maja was nowhere to be found. There was a knock on the door, and when he opened it, a waiter handed him an iced coffee, "Mr. Raymond, this is for you."

Ian didn't speak. The waiter left after putting down the tray.

He picked up a sticky note left in a conspicuous place in the room.

[Mr. Raymond, thank you for your help.]

It was left by Maja, no signature.

Ian stood there, feeling like he'd been used for the second time. Surprisingly, it was the same woman both times.

After getting dressed, he went to the VIP lounge that Summit Bank prepared for him.

Kurt was there too, looking somewhat puzzled that Maja hadn't come with Ian.

Reyes was the first to stand and shake hands with Ian, complimenting, "Mr. Raymond, your golf skills are as good as your coach's, I'm lucky to have learned some tricks for free today."

"Mr. Gallegos, you’re too kind."

Ian shook hands unenthusiastically, and then slowly sat down.

Reyes gently patted his son, "This is my son Kurt. I hope Mr. Raymond will take good care of him in the future."

Kurt stepped forward. The man's imposing presence was impossible to ignore as he instinctively reached out his hand.

"Mr. Raymond's wife didn't come today?"

"Wife?"

A hint of confusion flickered in Ian's eyes.

"Weren't you two entering the lounge together?" Kurt began to get curious, while also complimenting, "I've always admired Maja. I didn't realize she and Mr. Raymond were married...."

When Ian realized the wife that Kurt mentioned, his eyes instantly turned cold, his cruel face seemed to be covered by a layer of frost.

With a blank expression, Ian coldly cut him off, "She's not my wife."