Perfect Match: Irresistible Desire For You -
Chapter 159
“What do you mean by ‘He didn’t betray’?” Obviously having not got the point, Mike asked in surprise, “Have you been in contact with Joseph?”
Ashley did not expect that that would be the first thing he would ask about. “Mike, that’s not the point! The point is, I’ll give him a chance. You can’t do anything about it.”
Only then did Mike realize that his sister’s stubbornness would not waver, no matter what he said. Joseph’s betrayal was the least of his problems. However, it seemed that Joseph and Ashley were planning to get back together again.
For a moment, a deafening silence filled the air. It was Ashley who broke it. “Mike, you probably don’t understand me right now, but you eventually will. One day, you’ll love someone, and that someone would probably betray you unintentionally. You’ll be hurt, I know. But, that pain means nothing, especially when you both love each other. I’m sure you’d be willing to give her another chance.”
Mike did not deny that her sister’s view of love was true. Even so, he felt that her assumption was ineffective to him. Betrayal hurts so much that it seems that starting over is almost impossible to do. Not only that, it has nothing to do with male dignity but the purity of love the two people have.
However, one day in the future, Mike did experience this betrayal and was in extreme pain and desolation. But eventually love conquered all.
“Well, it seems that my dear sister has grown up and can no longer be convinced otherwise. I hope that you’ll think about what I’ve said today. Your choice in love, even your marriage, is like a gamble in life. One wrong move, and you’ll be risking everything you’ve built, even yourself. You should think twice before you make a decision,” Mike said earnestly.
“I understand what you mean. But, didn’t you say that I’ve grown up? Just trust me on this. Let me try and see for myself. If I realize that this is a mistake, I’ll give up at once, even without you telling me.” When Ashley spoke, her eyes were full of determination. It seemed that Mike’s words were of no use to her.
“It’s good that you understand,” Mike concluded with a sigh. He realized that it was futile to persuade her, so he finally stopped.
“Anyway, don’t just talk about me. When will you take my sister-in-law home?” Suddenly, Ashley shifted the topic to her brother.
When Mike returned home late not long ago, he told his family that he had a girlfriend. Sadly, Ashley had been preoccupied with Joseph’s return that it was only now that she remembered her future sister-in-law. Fortunately, it was a golden opportunity for her to change the topic and talk about her brother’s relationship at the moment.
“All I can say is that the future is hard. Don’t tell Mom and Dad about this. Dad will surely look down upon me if you do,” Mike replied solemnly. On his eyes was anxiety that Ashley could not fathom.
She noticed that he was somehow in low spirits. Seeing him like that, she became even more curious about his girlfriend. “Mike, you should have confidence in yourself. Once you do, you can achieve everything. By the way, what’s her name?”
“I’ll only tell you when I’m sure of her. I have to go to work now.”
It turned out that the car had already arrived at the Guzman Group building. It was frustrating for Ashley that he left with such suspense.
However, she did not ask anything anymore. Mike got off the car first, and she followed him to her workplace.
As soon as she stepped into her office, her phone suddenly rang.
When the call connected, Zaiden’s mellow voice came from the other end of the line. “Ashley, are you working already?”
“Not yet. I still have a few minutes left. Zaiden, what’s up?”
“Are you free this afternoon?”
“I think so. Why?”
“Well, I want to invite you for dinner later. I have something very important to tell you. Is that okay?” Zaiden asked expectantly.
Ashley suddenly remembered what had happened the past couple of days. That time, she was not in the mood, so she politely refused his invitation. She told him that she was busy and had work to do. Mike kept asking her why she did that, but of course, there was nothing he could do about it. He could only heave a lonely sigh while he and Zaiden ate alone.
But today, she did not have the heart to refuse him again when she heard his solemn voice, so she agreed after hesitating for a moment. “Sure.”
“It’s settled then. See you. I’ll send the address later. Remember to check it out. You can go to work now, Ashley,” Zaiden joyfully said.
“Okay. See you this afternoon,” Ashley replied with a smile.
A second after the call ended, another call came in.
“Ashley, who were you talking to just now?” Joseph’s magnetic voice exuded a warm feeling as though he was a caring husband for his wife.
“A friend. What can I do for you?” Ashley asked in a hurry.
“Can’t I call you when I have nothing else to do?” he asked back.
“It’s just strange that a CEO, whose free time is only at night, suddenly called,” Ashley retorted.
It was indeed strange. Yesterday, Joseph had acquired a large company, so the company’s landline must be bombarded with calls. However, it seemed that he had a lot of time to spare. Judging from his bored tone, it did not seem that he was actually the CEO of a large company.
“I’m actually very busy at the moment. But no matter how busy I am, I’ll make time for you, my Ashley.”
Although Ashley did not want to admit it, she was flattered that he found time just to flirt with her.
However, she could not help but cringe when she heard his endearment. He was so cheeky!
“Little Joseph, I can tell that you’re really busy,” Ashley said with concern. She did not want him to prioritize her over the company’s affairs, at least during work hours.
“I told you not to call me ‘little Joseph’! Perhaps you want me to relive the beautiful moment between us the night before last night? Or maybe, you’re implying that I didn’t perform well?” Suddenly, the angry wolf in Joseph began to act rascally after hearing her provocation.
Ashley remembered what had happened on that said night just as well. It was so intense and fierce, enough to make the innocent sheep in her blush.
“Where has the cold and reticent Joseph gone?” Ashley could not help but complain about the sudden change in his attitude.
“I act different only in front of you. If you like this side of me, I’ll deliver myself to your house at any time,” Joseph retorted.
‘Did he mean he delivered himself to my house and ate me to his heart content?’ He did not have to tell her what was on his mind. Ashley already knew about it, especially now that Joseph suddenly turned into a rogue.
“You bastard!” she exclaimed. She knew that she was nothing compared to Joseph in terms of being a rogue. Because of this, she decided to cut their conversation short with those two words.
“I didn’t say anything vile, nor did I do anything ugly. I’m not a hooligan.” Joseph defended himself as though he was righteous.
“I don’t want to talk to you anymore. I’m not as idle as you. I still have work to do.”
Ashley decided not to refute him when he said that he was not a hooligan, when in fact, he was one. She figured that she would not win against him anyway. Besides, there was a lot of work that she should finish by the end of the year.
“If you say so. Anyway, I’ll go to you when I’m done with my work. Remember to miss me,” Joseph said with affection.
“I know. Stop nagging me.” Ashley was utterly surprised by his sudden romantic words.
A moment had passed yet Joseph did not say anything in response nor did he hang up the call. “I’ll hang up first,” she said after a while.
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