Flash Marriage to a Stunning CEO (Alistair and Richard) novel Chapter 25

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Alistair didn’t understand why Rebecca had kept such a major secret from her parents, but he no longer cared. Now that the truth was out, he felt an overwhelming sense of relief.

The moment he stepped out of the building, he spotted a familiar luxury car parked by the curb.

A glance at the license plate confirmed it was the same one Caroline often used.

Does Caroline have business dealings with the Whitfield family?

Just as the thought crossed his mind, the car window rolled down, revealing Caroline–her hair tied in a sleek ponytail, gold–framed glasses perched on her nose–glancing sideways at him. “Get in.”

Once inside, Alistair remarked, “What a coincidence.”

“This isn’t a coincidence.”

“You didn’t just happen to be passing by.”

“Of course not,” Caroline replied with a smile. “I came to pick

you up.”

Her smile was dazzling, leaving Alistair momentarily dazed.

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He averted his gaze, flustered. “I could’ve taken a cab. You’re so busy-”

“I’m not that busy right now. Did everything go smoothly?”

“Very smoothly.”

“Good. I’m relieved you weren’t mistreated.”

Alistair was taken aback.

Her expression told him she meant every word.

Is she treating me like a child now?

I’m not Eloise.

Though amused, he couldn’t help but feel touched.

No one has cared about me like this since Grandpa passed

away.

“Thank you.”

But his gratitude only earned him a frown from Caroline. “Why are you being so formal?”

“We’re husband and wife. Family. You don’t need to say thank you,” she said naturally.

Alistair was once again overwhelmed.

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It’s only been three days since we met.

Maybe she’s just worried something might happen to me, leaving Eloise fatherless again.

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Am I, a grown man, really worth this much concern over such trivial matters?

Caroline dropped Alistair off at home before heading to the office.

Standing at the curb, Alistair waved goodbye with a smile, watching her car until it disappeared from sight.

Only then did he realize something felt off.

What’s the difference between me and a doting housewife waiting for her CEO husband to come home?

“Focus on driving. If you keep sneaking glances, I’ll gouge your

eyes out.”

Caroline’s eyes never left her laptop, but that didn’t stop her from threatening her subordinate.

Julian, her driver and assistant, touched his nose guiltily. “Ms. Ashbourne, you’re becoming more tyrannical by the day. Can’t I even look at the scenery?”

Caroline scoffed, “Scenery? You were practically drilling holes. into him with your eyes.”

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Julian defended himself, “Was it that obvious?”

His curiosity got the better of him. “Who is he?”

“I already told you. He’s my husband. Eloise’s father.”

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“Stop joking around,” Julian laughed. “When did you even meet him? How come I didn’t know?”

Though Julian had only been Caroline’s assistant for two years, their relationship went beyond employer and employee. Hist other had been the driver for Caroline’s grandmother, Mabel,

he had grown up in Ashbourne Manor.

Competent and trustworthy, Julian was like an older brother to Caroline. So when he heard his “little sister” suddenly had a husband, he couldn’t stay calm.

“Three days ago.”

“What? Three days ago?”

Julian was convinced Caroline was messing with him.

The usually aloof and reserved Ms. Ashbourne occasionally shows her humorous side in private.

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“How certified are we talking?”

Julian pulled the car over and turned to face her.

Caroline met his gaze. “You can’t park here. If we get a ticket, you’re paying for it out of pocket. No reimbursements.”

Julian ignored her. A few tickets were nothing compared to the bombshell she’d just dropped. “You seriously married him?”

The ever–professional Ms. Ashbourne actually snuck out during work hours to pick up her husband.

Julian sighed too, “I know Madam Ashbourne has been pressuring you lately, but that’s just because she cares. You can’t just marry some guy you met three days ago to make her happy. What does Eloise think? What’s his character like? Is he patient with her? Will he leave you without a second thought?”

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With Caroline’s status and looks, what man wouldn’t be head over heels?

Given the chance, any guy would be on his best behavior around her. Of course, he wouldn’t show his flaws.

be trash?”