The couple began to feel uneasy when they noticed Clarissa staring at them pointedly.
“Ms. Quigley, I hope you can talk to Matthew and spare Shermaine. The both of you are doing great while Shermaine has gotten what she deserved. Hence, I believe her parole wouldn’t affect you at all, so why can’t you be more compassionate?”
Clarissa sneered as she narrowed her eyes at them before she spoke in a cold tone. “Mr. and Mrs. Smallwood, I have no right to interfere with Matthew’s matters. Besides, I’m never the kind to show compassion to people who only have ill intentions for me. In this case, why should I play Mother Mary and save her? I’m not a fool. I do understand why you’re doing this, but I have loved ones too. If my father was still alive, he would have tried his best to protect me from harm as well. Hence, I’m afraid I cannot grant you with your request.”
With that, she got up and left.
Kayla began to cry in anger and sadness as she leaned against James. Her heart was filled with so much dissatisfaction for Clarissa, yet she could not do anything.
“James, say something! What do we do now? You’ve got to think of something!”
James was unsure of what to do as well; thus, the couple left sadly.
Jonathan was playing with Damian when Clarissa arrived at Zen Highlands.
He noticed that something was bothering her, so he decided to ask.
However, Clarissa did not tell him about her encounter with the Smallwoods, for she didn’t want him to worry.
Nonetheless, Clarissa was troubled by this matter for a few days before she moved on.
It was as if the meeting with the Smallwoods didn’t happen. Shermaine was still in prison while the Smallwoods remained helpless. As for Clarissa, she had completely forgotten about it.
Meanwhile, Matthew had just returned from a business trip.
At that time, D City was at its coldest time of the year. Thus, Clarissa wore a jacket and headed to the airport.
She was feeling a little bored at home. Knowing that Matthew would be back, she went to pick him up anyway, even though he did not ask her to.
Hence, she had someone take care of Damian as she got ready. She put on a long down jacket before heading to the airport.
Apparently, Matthew’s flight was delayed, so Clarissa wandered around while sipping a cup of coffee as she waited for Matthew. Then, she hurried to the arrival hall to meet Matthew once the flight had landed.
Clarissa spotted Matthew instantly among the crowd. He wore a black coat as he strode alongside two men by his side. The looks on their faces told her that they were discussing some serious issue.
However, they did not noticed her.
Thus, Clarissa decided to wait until they came closer to greet Matthew. Yet, someone beat her to it before she could even say a word.
“Mr. Tyson, welcome back. It must have been a tiring journey, and thank you for your hard work, Mr. Walker and Mr. Lee…” Avery said as she approached them.
She was not dressed warmly like Clarissa. Instead, she wore a dress made of light material, exposing her long legs. It was different in comparison to her usual working attire in the office. It was obvious she had purposely dressed up for today.
“Avery, have you brought all the documents? Good, let’s continue once we get to the car…”
I suppose she’s here because of work since Mr. Walker is her boss.
Clarissa stood in place and did not go forward. I know I looked like a dumpling dressed like this, but was it that bad that you couldn’t see me?
Avery stood right beside Matthew as they walked. She joined in the conversation, seemingly to draw their attention to her.
Damn, was she doing it on purpose?
Well, I don’t care whatever her intentions were. I’ve decided to teach Matthew a lesson once I get back home! Clarissa thought to herself.
Perhaps Matthew sensed her overbearing glare on him and turned his head.
His cold expression turned into a grin when he noticed Clarissa and her gloomy expression.
Matthew stopped in his tracks, which startled the lot, who was walking beside him. They looked at him and slowly turned in the direction he was staring at. They instantly noticed a beautiful woman with a dissatisfied expression staring back at Matthew.
Avery’s eyes dimmed while Camden and Jordan were surprised.
Matthew smiled as he extended his arms. His behavior had caught the attention of passersby due to his tall and slender figure.
However, Clarissa stood there and pouted unhappily. It was obvious she was waiting for Matthew to coax her.
With a loving smile plastered on his face, Matthew walked up to her and pulled her into an embrace. Then, he lowered his head and planted a kiss on her lips.
Clarissa was taken back by his actions while she struggled to break free from his embrace. Yet, Matthew did not let go after a long kiss.
As soon as Matthew pulled away from her, she noticed the passersby stealing glances at them. Hurriedly, she pulled Matthew’s arm and lowered her head in embarrassment.
“Come on, let’s go. Everyone’s looking.”
Matthew grinned as he caressed her face and replied, “Alright, let’s head home.”
Clarissa lowered her head and started walking, but Matthew grabbed her hand.
She looked up at him and glanced sideways. Right then, Donnie and the others were approaching them.
“You’re here, Mrs. Tyson,” Donnie said.
“Mrs. Tyson?”
Avery was surprised when she the word “Mrs. Tyson.” We met Clarissa at Mr. Tyson’s office earlier. Yet, how did she become Mrs. Tyson in a blink of an eye?
Oh, I guess the rumors were true. Some even claimed that they already had a son. So it would make sense they were lawfully wedded as well.
Mr. Walker’s a bright guy too. He knew exactly what to say at the perfect timing.
“Mrs. Tyson, are you here to surprise Mr. Tyson? If that’s the case, then please leave the rest to Camden and myself, Mr. Tyson. We can take care of it. You should go home and accompany Mrs. Tyson. It’s been a while since you’ve been home anyway,” Jordan teased, and he dragged the others away.
Clarissa watched Avery silently as she left with a pale face. Secretly pleased with that, she then tugged Matthew toward the exit.
I can’t keep up with her emotions. She was unhappy just a second ago, and now she’s all smiles. Matthew shook his head.
Once they got in the car, Clarissa opened her mouth to say something, but Matthew beat her to it. He pinned her against the backseat, and the couple made out the entire journey home. It was so passionate that Clarissa could almost taste blood on her lips.
Ugh, why did he have to do that? The weather had been pretty dry these days, and I always forgot to apply lip balm. Now, look what he’s done! My lips are cracked. Clarissa was furious and refused to leave the car.
She stared at herself in the mirror and hissed in pain. “Gosh, couldn’t you wait a little longer? Look at what you did. My lips were already so chapped, and you had to gnaw me like a piece of meat…”
Matthew sat beside her with his arms resting by the car window as he watched her grumbled. He found her every move extremely adorable, and it melted his heart. Right at that moment, he was also itching to pull her into a hug.
The woman’s lips were cherry red, and she had light makeup on. She also wore a body-fitting knitted dress that perfectly outlined her curves underneath her jacket. She had a beautiful, fair neck which was decorated with a few red marks, and that made it even more attractive to him.
Once again, Matthew could not resist himself while Clarissa was grumbling, so he pulled her into a kiss once again.
At the same time, the chauffeur had left the car. So, the man could do whatever he intended to.
As soon as Clarissa entered the door, Damian ran over and hugged her. Moments later, Matthew picked him up and hugged him as well.
Both father and son sat down and spent some quality time together while Clarissa went back to her room to calm herself down.
When she went downstairs to check on them, she noticed Damian had fallen asleep in Matthew’s arms.
Oh my, I think you’ve gotten a little chubbier. You must have been eating a lot. Matthew thought to himself as he looked at Damian.
The resemblance is uncanny! Clarissa watched the two as a surge of warmth flowed in her heart. She then walked over and sat beside Matthew. “He knew I was going to meet you and begged to come along. But it was too cold outside, so I didn’t agree. I guess he was too excited and skipped his nap time. That explains why he’s so tired today. Let’s get him back to his room, alright?”
Matthew smiled as he caressed Damian’s forehead lovingly.
He then turned to face the love of his life and thought to himself. What can be better than living a life like this?
“What is it? Are you lost in my beauty?” Clarissa joked as she cupped her face adorably.
At this moment, Clarissa was reminded of Avery. I know Matthew doesn’t have any interest in her, but jealousy is in a woman’s nature after all.
“Tell me who’s prettier? Avery or me? I bet she’s very capable at work? Perhaps she’s smart as well? Do you admire such a woman?”
“Avery? Who’s that?”
Matthew had no idea who she was talking about.
Clarissa rolled her eyes and pondered before she smiled.
“Nothing, it’s nothing. It’s not important. Come on, let’s put Damian in his room. As for me… I’ll be waiting in our room.”
She got up and winked at him before she left. Although she said it boldly and confidently, her cheeks were flushed in embarrassment.
Clarissa wasn’t the bold type. However, she merely did that because she had missed him after being away for some time now. Besides, he probably was holding himself back in the car earlier. So, it wouldn’t hurt if I decided to give him a little reward.
Matthew’s eyes darkened as his thin lips curled into a playful grin when he noticed Clarissa taking the initiative. Very well!
