Chapter 159
Chapter 159:
Billy burst into Wesley’s study without hesitation.
Wesley, seated at his sleek black desk, was already two-thirds of the way through a book. At the sound of the door, he closed it with a precise snap and set it aside, attention now fully on his assistant.
Billy wasted no time, launching into a detailed report. “Mr. Moss, all traces of the incident online are gone. When Miss Haynes wakes, she won’t suspect a thing. Claire’s luxury deals are canceled. SK Elite Boutique has sworn never to work with her again, and she’s been axed from the most popular drama this year. She won’t recover from this anytime soon p>
Wesley lifted his gaze, nodded once, and said, “Well done. Keep an eye on things over the next few days p>
Billy straightened, shoulders back, pride practically radiating off him. “Mr. Moss, you don’t have to worry. Miss Haynes won’t face a single problem while I’m on watch p>
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To Billy, this was nothing more than doing what was expected of him. Lately, cruising around in Wesley’s sleek black Porsche had earned him envious stares at every turn. Even Erik from the Williams Group had come by, gawking at the car and muttering under his breath about how stingy his own boss was. Billy couldn’t hide the smug grin creeping onto his face.
Yet beneath his pride, he felt a sliver of guilt toward Gabriela. The car Wesley had given him wasn’t a gift; it was payment for keeping the truth from her. Thinking of Gabriela in trouble made him resolve, silently but firmly, to go all out for her, whether Wesley asked or not.
As their discussion wound through business matters, Wesley’s eyes flicked toward the door, a faint, almost imperceptible smile tugging at his lips. “Ms. Haynes, please come in p>
Gabriela had been standing in the doorway, eavesdropping on their conversation. In that moment she realized Wesley truly was looking out for her. He had even instructed Billy to personally oversee the situation. From childhood until now, no one had ever stood by her so unwaveringly, silently shielding her from everything that could hurt her.
If Wesley were interested in women, Gabriela knew without a doubt she would want to marry him.
She felt a surge of warmth and, startled by his voice, slowly stepped into the study.
Wesley leaned back in his chair, a faint, unreadable smile tugging at the corner of his lips as his fingers tapped a quiet rhythm on the desk. “So, how much did you catch p>
“Maybe… a third,” Gabriela replied, her voice steady. “Mr. Moss, I didn’t mean to eavesdrop p>
The study was soundproofed well enough that she’d only picked up fragments. Wesley’s gaze lingered on her thoughtfully, suddenly realizing she was already aware of the online storm swirling around her. “Are you scared?” he asked, voice calm but probing.
“Not at all,” Gabriela said instantly, meeting his eyes. “With you backing me, Mr. Moss, what could there possibly be to fear p>
Wesley’s smile widened imperceptibly. Her rare confidence—so bold, so unapologetic—was unexpectedly charming.
She pressed her advantage, determination threading through her tone. “I’d like to take half a day off today p>
After waiting so long, she finally had her opening. With Wesley in her corner, she could act decisively and hit Phyllis where it would hurt most. Later, she would meet two very important people—individuals who held the keys to her vengeance against Phyllis.
“Approved.” Wesley didn’t ask any more questions. “Where are you headed? Let my driver take you p>
Gabriela inclined her head politely. “Thank you, Mr. Moss p>
Billy couldn’t resist chiming in. “I drove here. I can give you a ride, Miss Haynes.” Gabriela blinked, a little caught off guard by Billy’s unexpected kindness. He seemed like such a nice soul.
Billy, for his part, was equally surprised. While everyone else was already on vacation, Gabriela still had to request a leave of absence from Wesley to leave his house.
Could it be that Wesley already considered her his private property? He’d always seemed refined and restrained, yet who would have guessed he could be so possessive and quietly intense.
Billy’s sympathy for Gabriela deepened.
Wesley simply nodded. “Alright p>
He already had a sense of her plan, and with Billy’s vigilance, she’d be safe under his watch.