The CEO's Ex-Wife Can't Escape novel Chapter 6

Chapter 6: His Goal

To Love You Again, My Husband

Chapter 6: His Goal

Evan took a deep exhale. He glanced at the driver, then to Airina. He couldn't clearly remember what had happened last night since he got so drunk everything was hazy. But he was certain that there was another presence.

Evan questioned, "Was it Jackson who gave us a ride last night?"

Airina opened her eyes at his question, "Mhm, you remembered?"

Evan snickered, "A little bit," he clicked his tongue, "How dare he show up in front of us and act almighty?"

Airina tugged her lips upwards. She would be lying to say that her heart didn't flutter at all. She didn't expect him to come. Despite that she had been informed by Matthew since he rarely participated in such events, she assumed it'd take longer for them to meet each other again.

She folded her hand, instantly frowning as she was reminded when he bit her shoulder. Thankfully it was not that hard, if it was, it would have been slightly throbbing from pain.

"You said he hit you. Where exactly so I could give him ten-fold of what he did?" Evan worriedly and threateningly asked.

Airina shook her head in disagreement, "He didn't hit me, don't worry so much."

Evan heaved a relieved sigh. At the same time, the car pulled over in front of his University. Evan smiled at his sister and bid her farewell.

"I won't be able to come home tonight because I'll be living in the dorm till I graduate."

Airina simply nodded her head, "I get it, but do visit if you have time."

He beamed in delight, "I should. Bye."

"Mhm, take care."

*

Matthew stared at her, who was unusually pondering about something solemnly. Earlier in the board meeting, she also didn't raise her hand to inquire. Normally, she would endlessly inquire about those who were presenting but for some reason, she didn't and remained quiet.

It might be because of last night's event. He blinked his eyes.

"What is the matter?"

Airina almost immediately fixed her eyes on him. "U-uh, nothing?"

He frowned. His auntie, Wendy Halton, Airina's biological mother, had told him about Airina's circumstance and couldn't even sympathize with her since it may come off unintentionally offensive. He still remembered the first time he saw her and could only shake his head in disbelief.

Her eyes were swollen and red – obvious that she spent most of her nights crying. He felt so bad that she had to go through such a miserable marriage. And the same man who hurt her heart came into the Founding Anniversary and made quite the unforgettable scene.

Matthew discerned her expression, "The most emotionless face is the most expressive face there was."

Airina powerlessly sighed. "Why are you adamant about knowing?"

Matthew smiled, "You worry too much about Jackson."

Airina unwillingly nodded her head. "It's not that I worry about our relationship, but I am likely just annoyed that I had to see him in such a situation."

"But you didn't have to spend alone time with him."

Airina was well aware. It is a courteous thing to invite other CEOs to the Founding Anniversary to commemorate the years the company was established. Matthew also thought he wouldn't come since it wasn't the first time he had rejected appearing at parties, nor was it his first time of inviting him.

Airina sprang from sitting with a sigh.

She clicked her tongue, "I just hate his face."

"Rip him apart, I say."

Airina chuckled, "Rather, I'd like to see him cry and beg."