The unwanted wife’s unexpected comeback

Chapter 1001:

Corey dismissed the offer with a wave of his hand, uninterested in any further conversation on the matter. “From now on, no smoking, no drinking, and no indulgent habits of any kind. Keep yourself clean. Cut off unnecessary social ties and focus solely on Gemma.” His tone was firm, leaving no room for negotiation. “Your annual salary will be tripled.”noveldrama

Pierre instantly understood Corey’s meaning. He looked up, his expression a mix of emotions. “Mr. Hampton, I’m just an ordinary bodyguard,” he said quietly.

Corey scoffed, his tone dripping with disdain. “A million a year doesn’t tempt you?”

“It’s not about the money. It’s just that I’m only suited to be a bodyguard,” Pierre replied evenly.

“Do you think you have the luxury of choice when your job is to risk your life? Gemma fancies you, and you should be grateful. Don’t you understand that?”

Pierre’s fists clenched tightly at his sides, his silence speaking louder than words—a quiet defiance that Corey didn’t miss.

“What’s this?” Corey pressed, his gaze narrowing. “Do you have someone in your heart?”

Pierre almost let the truth slip, but a chilling thought stopped him. Knowing Corey’s influence, admitting such a thing would only put his girl’s life at risk. Corey wouldn’t hesitate to turn the country upside down to find her—and destroy her.

“No,” Pierre answered, his voice low.

Corey didn’t seem interested in the truth. Even if Pierre did harbor feelings for someone, he could make her vanish without a trace. He said irritably, “Get out.”

The sudden family matter demanded Corey’s attention, forcing him to temporarily put his dealings with Caden on hold. It was a rare occasion for Gemma to go out and have fun with Corey, and he was determined to ensure she enjoyed herself.

Taking Gemma to the expansive horse ranch, Corey smiled and asked, “Do you want to ride a horse?”

Gemma’s eyes sparkled with excitement. Growing up under Corey’s strict supervision, she had rarely been allowed to try anything remotely dangerous. So, the prospect of riding a horse filled her with eagerness. “Can I?”

Corey nodded but added firmly, “Someone has to ride with you.”

Upon hearing Corey’s suggestion, Gemma instinctively glanced at Pierre. After that night, she had calmed down, and Pierre continued to care for her with his usual composed demeanor. Perhaps it was her growing curiosity about Pierre that made her consider asking him to ride with her.

But with Corey standing there, his watchful gaze unwavering, Gemma decided otherwise. She slipped her arm around Corey’s, leaning into him. “Then you ride with me.”

Corey, ever perceptive, immediately saw through her facade. A teasing smirk played on his lips. “You sound so reluctant. Is there someone better than your brother you’d rather ride with?”

Gemma’s heart skipped a beat. She quickly shook her head. “No, I don’t.”

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