Forced Marriage: My Wife, My Redemption novel Chapter 218

Chapter 218: Meeting Friends 2

Jessica and Davis exchanged a glance. They had anticipated that their appearance might stir reactions, but the revelation of their marriage being the evening’s surprise caught even them off guard.

Lucas swallowed hard, struggling to collect himself. "Of course, I knew you were planning to settle down with that lady... what’s her name again?" he stammered.

"Vera Louis," Alex answered with a scowl. He had never liked Vera. When Davis once asked him why, Alex’s response had left him stumped—"She’s fake and lives fake."

At the time, Davis had found the evaluation too harsh and almost considered distancing himself from Alex. But on second thought, he decided to keep their relationship professional, after all, their business ties were long-standing.

Reflecting on that choice now, he couldn’t help but sigh. He was glad he hadn’t chosen love over loyalty. He cast a subtle glance at Jessica. His gaze shifted briefly to Jessica.

From the moment Jessica met Alex at the lobby, he had treated her with measured respect—more comfortable with her as Davis’ wife than anyone else had been and more than Davis had expected.

"Still don’t like her?" Davis asked with a low smile playing on his lips.

""I don’t," Alex said without hesitation "but I’m not petty enough to stir trouble. You probably now understand why I called her fake."

His words drew a soft chuckle from Davis.

Jessica looked between the two men, trying to piece together the meaning behind their words. A quiet sigh escaped her lips.

"Alright," Davis said, his voice calm yet commanding. "You can all introduce yourselves formally"

Alex turned to Jessica, his smile widening. "Do you still think I need to introduce myself?"

"It won’t hurt," she replied with a mischievous grin. "Besides, tonight seems like our official meeting. The previous one was just a sneak peek."

Alex laughed heartily. "Fair enough. I’m Alex Gando. Known your husband for years—he’s a close buddy of mine or practically call him a brother." He smirked playfully.

Jessica’s brow furrowed as she chewed over the name. "Alex Gando?" It rang a bell. She felt certain she’d had business dealings with his company, though Richard had handled it and the cooperation seems to still be on at the moment.

"You’re the CEO of Beauty Cosmetics?" she asked, her gaze piercing aa though to see him lie. Alex nodded in affirmation.

Jessica nodded back in recognition.

Before she could say more, Lucas chimed in, his tone light. "Alex, you’ve had the spotlight long enough. Step aside."

Turning to Jessica, he added, "I’m Lucas William, from Wills Pharmaceuticals." Then, lowering his voice, he winked. "But I’ve got a few other interests—I’ll fill you in later."

Jessica chuckled and nodded. Davis watched her closely, visibly relieved that she seemed to be relaxing at least at the moment she is neither working nor thinking about it. 𝑓𝘳𝑒𝑒𝓌𝘦𝘣𝘯ℴ𝑣𝘦𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝑚

Next, Matt spoke up. "Matt Bruce," he said curtly. Jessica studied his features quietly as she acknowledged the introduction.

All eyes turned toward the only man who hadn’t said a word since entering. He had been so quiet, it was easy to forget he was there as though he was invisible.

The whole room fell into a pin drop silence as everyone seemed more interested to watch the good show play out.

"Luke, can you say something?" Alex asked, frustration evident in his tone.

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