Married with the Broken Hearted CEO novel Chapter 47

Chadwick thought that it was really fun. 
At first, he thought  that doing the photo shoot is merely just the punishment he  received for causing trouble. But in the end, he enjoyed it. 
‘It is still embarrassing to face the staffs after kissing Adira just like that though.’ 
Moreover, Chadwick concluded it will be a pain in the ass to face Neil. He’s probably shocked. Either way, the photographer asked them to do that, so there’s no need for him to make an excuse for his action. 
After changing into a new clothes, Chadwick walked on the way to the staff room to fetch his wife.  While walking, he remembered the kiss they had before. Then his feet ceased. He traced his lips which still can recall how soft Adira’s lips are. 
Reminiscing about that was so sweet, and he  struggled so hard to compose himself. 
Another smile drew on his lips. 
He was so thankful that I am alone in the hallway and no one saw him shaking his head while chuckling. They probably think that he’s  getting crazy. 
A little after, Chadwick arrived in front of the staff room. From the opened door, he saw  his wife and a staff who is removing her make up. They are alone and talking to each other. 
“The photoshoot is a job well done, ma’am. Congratulations,” the staff said. 
He was going to step in, but stopped when he heard the next words came from the staff. 
“With this, the harsh rumor about you and your husband will be gone.” 
His feet stepped backward and his eyes set at the way Adira stared at the staff. 
“The rumor?” Adira murmured with a smile. 
“Yes! Madam! The rumor that your husband is cheating.” 
Forming a tight-lipped smile, Chadwick made fists while listening. He wanted to tell her that it isn’t what everyone thinks but unfortunately, he had no courage to do so after everything he did to her. 
It made him feel like everyone has the right to point their fingers on him and call Chadwick the villain. 
‘I deserve it.’ 
“There is a rumor that the two of you just got married for the benefits of the company,” the staff continued. “But I don’t think it is true. Right madam?” 
Chadwick wanted to go right now, but weirdly, he stayed on my spot while waiting for Adira’s answer. 
“So?” Adira murmured, smiling. “What if that is true?” 
“Yeah?” 
“If Chadwick and I got married for that, what is wrong? We’re still married anyway. Right?” 
‘That…! Did she just confess the truth to an unknown staff after all of our efforts to pretend like a real lover?!’
“H-Huh?” the flustered staff uttered. 
Adira pushed the staff’s hand away from tending her face. Then she faced him with a sneer on her red lips. 
“It is because Madam is known as the best woman in business world. Many adored you and your relationship with your husband.” 
“That won’t be a weakness,” Adira replied. “Not getting a love is not a weakness.”
Chadwick’s clenched fists tightened that his nails dug deeper onto his palms. 
Adira might think that getting love from him won’t change any part of her life. But Chadwick thinks differently. Because now, he knows that she is his greatest weakness. 
“T-Then, does it mean that the rumors are true?” the staff inquired.
This time, the smile on Adira’s lips has disappeared. 
“The reason why I told you this, I am hoping you know why.” Adira glanced at her ID and continued, “Miss Erika. When you are working, you must always think before you talk.” 
The staff trembled. She knew it right then the mistake she did. 
“I a-apologized! Sorry for crossing the line, madam!” 
“Apologizing is not necessary. As long as you promise to keep your mouth shut, you don’t need to do it. You understand what I am telling, I guess so.” 
“Y-Yes! I won’t say this to anyone.” 
“Great sense.” 
Adira stood up. But before she could step away, she looked back at her and added, “And one more thing. Don’t speak ill about my husband. You don’t know anything about him.” 
As she’s turning towards his direction, Chadwick hurriedly hid behind the wall.
He couldn’t believe it. 
After everything he did, she still sided with him.
‘And that is because she has no special emotion for me. No matter what happened, she saw me as the husband who married her in convenience. That won’t never change.’ 
As long as they are in this relationship, Chadwick thinks that the ill-fated story won’t end.