Chapter 34

Dexter is the CEO of Lyncrest Group? That totally caught Celestia off guard-and then came the nerves. Even before they got married, Jareth laid down a few ground rules. One of them? No job. His excuse was crystal clear: "Don't forget who you are. I don't want people thinking I'm mistreating you. It'd look bad. Just stay home and be the good little wife, that's your job." And the kicker? Dexter and Jareth knew each other. If word got back to Jareth that she was job-hunting, he'd absolutely make a scene-God knows what kind of drama he'd stir up this time. That thought alone had her ready to bolt. And just like that, her last shred of hope vanished. A heavy wave of disappointment settled in her chest. She looked down at Amelia, who was staring up at her with curious eyes, and forced a soft smile. "Sweetie, I have something to take care of, I need to go now, okay?" She turned to leave, but hadn't even taken a step when two tiny arms locked around her leg. "You're leaving already?" Amelia p