The CEO's Unplanned Heir novel Chapter 18

Tears welled up in Elowen's eyes. "Leo, I love you too much. I'm just afraid that another woman will steal you away from me. My mom always took your side, and supported you. You're breaking her heart, don't you know?"

The classic tactic of using her mother as a shield in troubled times.

Leopold grunted in annoyance. If it weren't for the sake of his aunt, he would've long kicked her out of sight.

"Remember my warning, Elowen. If you continue to stir up trouble, don't blame me for not respecting my aunt."

He turned and left for the upstairs.

Elowen felt her heart sink in despair.

She had to find a way to get rid of the pest named Aurelia.

…

These past few days, Aurelia had taken some time off work to recuperate.

Arnold had texted her on WhatsApp to ask about her condition. Once he found out that her wounds were healing, he reserved a table at a top-tier restaurant, to treat her to dinner and catch up on old times.

"I'm relieved to see you're okay."

He poured Aurelia a glass of juice.

Thinking about his connection to Leopold, Aurelia felt a little awkward.

"Arno, I never imagined you to be Leopold's older brother."

Arnold gave an enigmatic smile. "You seem to get along well with Leopold. He was the first one to rush to you when you got injured."

Aurelia quickly waved her hands in denial. The last thing she wanted was to spread rumors about her having a relationship with the boss. That would be disastrous.

"Don't get the wrong idea. I hardly ever get to see the boss in my position. Leopold's actions were purely out of humanitarian care for his employees. He's only recently taken over, and needs to increase his approachability. You understand, right?"

"Perhaps."

Arnold chuckled, accepting her words at face value, though his thoughts were different.

Leopold was cold and indifferent. Even if someone died in front of him, he'd simply step over the body and leave without a hint of pity.

"It is hard for men not to fall for a girl like you."