The Ceo’s Convict Wife by Jennifer Mike

Chapter 194

“I have half-sisters and half-brothers Call responded My father had numerous women in his life, which resulted in a

considerable number of children

Neither phenor Abigailted och a response, making the atmosphere awkward, as they were uncertain about how to

react to the unexpected revelation

When she saw her press Lillian mered, somewhat unexpectedly. “Mom, Dad, those are the actions of a previous

generation. His parents do not define him!”

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Callum regarded Lillian with astonishment. Unbeknownst to him a subtle warmth graced his eyes

Stephen was the first to regain his composure and added. Indeed you’re correct. The past is behind us. So, Callum,

what is your current occupation?

Tam mainly tasked with overseeing a company’s operations, Callum responded

Overseeing a company Stephen appeared somewhat skeptical upon hearing this and inquired. “Which company are

you managing I recall you being just 29 years old.”

From Stephen’s viewpoint, achieving a standard middle management role at the age of 29 would be considered

quite commendable

However, the idea of managing a company sounded rather unconventional and gave rise to doubts regarding its

feasibility Callum replied, “It’s called White Maple Group, Mr Quines Have you heard of it?”

As an everyday citizen like Stephen, he would not be familiar with the name of a renowned shipping company.

However, when it came to the vehicles parked within the residential area, he could readily identify them by simply

glancing at their logos

Stephen could only offer a slightly awkward smile and impaired, “Well I’m not familiar with it. Is it a recently

established company? He surmised that, in this day and age, young individuals often ventured into

entrepreneurship, so the creation of a new company wouldn’t be out of the ordinary

The awkwardness seemed to transfer from her father to Lillian at this juncture

Callum, on the contrary, Callum didn’t make any remarks about it and umply offered a unile

than had initially intended to seize an opportunity to depart with Callum following their conversation. However,

Stephen and Abigail expressed their desire for Callum to join them for dinner

“Didn’t you mention having work comments at the company today?” Lillian made a concerted effort to signal him

dacreetly with her eyes

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“I have half-sisters and half-brothers,” Callum responded. “My father had numerous women in his life, which

resulted in a considerable number of children.”

Neither Stephen nor Abigail anticipated such a response, making the atmosphere awkward, as they were uncertain

about how to react to the unexpected revelation.

When she saw her parents’ awkwardness, Lillian uttered, somewhat unexpectedly, “Mom, Dad, those are the

actions of a previous generation. His parents do not define him!”

Callum regarded Lillian with astonishment. Unbeknownst to him, a subtle warmth graced his eyes.

Stephen was the first to regain his composure and added, “Indeed, you’re correct. The past is behind us. So,

Callum, what is your current occupation?”

“I am mainly tasked with overseeing a company’s operations,” Callum responded.

“Overseeing… a company?” Stephen appeared somewhat skeptical upon hearing this and inquired, “Which

company are you managing? I recall you being just 29 years old.”

From Stephen’s viewpoint, achieving a standard middle management role at the age of 29 would be considered

quite commendable.

However, the idea of managing a company sounded rather unconventional and gave rise to doubts regarding its

feasibility.

Callum replied, “It’s called White Maple Group, Mr. Quinn: Have you heard of it?”

As an everyday citizen like Stephen, he would not be familiar with the name of a renowned shipping company.

However, when it came to the vehicles parked within the residential area, he could readily identify them by simply

glancing at their logos.

Stephen could only offer a slightly awkward smile and inquired, “Well… I’m not familiar with it. Is it a recently

established company?” He surmised that, in this day and age, young individuals often ventured into

entrepreneurship, so the creation of a new company wouldn’t be out of the ordinary.

The awkwardness seemed to transfer from her father to Lillian at this juncture.

Callum, on the contrary, Callum didn’t make any remarks about it and simply offered a smile.

Lillian had initially intended to seize an opportunity to depart with Callum following their conversation. However,

Stephen and Abigail expressed their desire for Callum to join them for dinner.”

“Didn’t you mention having work commitments at the company today?” Lillian made a concerted effort to signal

him discreetly with her eyes.

“Work can wait until I’ve finished this meal,” Callum replied.

Lillian was speechless after hearing that./

“Does he mean that he wants to have a meal here?” she thought.

Having painstakingly completed their meal, Lillian noticed Stephen and Abigail wanted to continue their interest in a

more in-depth conversation with Callum. Hence, she quickly intervened, suggesting, “I will take him for a walk

Ik to aid our digestion.” She then promptly and eagerly escorted Callum out of the house.

Lillian breathed a sigh of relief as they reached the elevator. She thought, “Today’s meeting with my parents has

finally

ended.”

“If I don’t spirit you away soon, my parents will likely inquire about your entire family lineage,” Lillian remarked with

a hint of amusement. “In fact,” she couldn’t help but complain, “when my parents pose the questions to you, you

don’t need to give such intricate responses. You can keep it vague.”

Callum interjected suddenly, “You’re secretly wishing that your parents weren’t pleased with me, aren’t you?” He

continued, “If that’s the case, why did you mention that my parents do not define me?”

His words momentarily took Lillian aback. “I think I said that because it was a subconscious response,” she

pondered silently.

“So… do you wish for your parents to approve of me?” he inquired.

His gaze, inexplicably, stirred a sense of unease within her. “I just wanted to say that the past generation is distinct

from the present, and you are different from them. My words did not carry the weight you may have presumed,”

she clarified.

She even turned her head away, trying to avoid his gaze.

“Really?” he whispered, and his gaze briefly traced her slightly flushed cheeks as he fell into deep thought.

Ding!

When they reached the first floor, they exited the elevator and arrived at the spot where Callum parked his car.

Lillian was eager to say goodbye to him. She waved and said, “Well then, goodbye!” She then turned, intending to

leave.

His hand abruptly seized her arm and, with a tug, drew her into his embrace.

“Ah!” A soft exclamation escaped her lips as her nose collided with his chest.

“It hurts!” Lillian thought, silently lamenting her aching nose. “It seems my nose has endured a few collisions

before. Even though my nose’s bone is strong, it can’t endure too many blows!” she inwardly complained.

Callum stooped down. His lips came close to Lillian’s ear as he whispered, “Didn’t you previously mention that if I

refrain from discussing our encounter that night at the hotel, you would be open to fulfilling my request?”

She sensed a tingling sensation in her ear caused by his breath, and her body seemed gradually warming.

“W-What is your request?” she inquired after moistening her slightly parched lips.

“I want you to kiss me and then declare that the person you adore the most is me,” he declared.

“What?” she questioned inwardly.

Dumbfounded, she asked, “Here?”

“Yes, I want you to kiss me right here,” he answered.

However, the issue was that they were still within the residential area, and there was significant pedestrian activity,

especially since it had not yet struck eight o’clock. Even within the parking lot, which was relatively secluded and

had fewer pedestrians, people were still present.

Lillian bit his lips and suggested, “How about we do it somewhere else?”

“What’s the matter? Are you ashamed of me? Is this why you prefer not to let others know about me?” Callum

asked with a raised brow.

“No, it’s just that someone will see us here, and they might talk…”

“So what?” he asked. “We are a couple now, aren’t we? It’s perfectly natural for you to kiss me. Even if others

gossip, let them.”

“But the issue is, I will break up with you!” Lillian silently pointed out.

Lillian hesitated to voice those words. She believed it was better to let their relationship’s “ultimate outcome”

remain unspoken but mutually understood.

Beneath the gentle radiance of the moon, Lillian observed the man before her. Moonlight, bathed his face, casting

a subtle softness upon his fair complexion. Along with his captivating, contemplative eyes, straight nose, and

alluring, sensual lips, he could emit an irresistible allure just by standing there silently.

When she first saw him, his countenance profoundly struck her. Occasionally, he exuded a kind of androgynous

beauty, but there was never any doubt that he was a man.

And now, it appeared he had grown even more exquisite than before. The interplay of optimism and melancholy in

his disposition from earlier years had slowly become more reserved, bestowing an aura of enigma that further

intrigued those who wished to delve deeper into his essence.

Lillian gently wrapped her arm around Callum’s neck and rose onto her tiptoes. Kissing him was, in fact, a

straightforward gesture for her because she didn’t shy away from it, and, truth be told, she somehow found herself

quite fond of it.

Therefore, she chose to relish it. Throughout this period of their relationship, she would indulge in this emotion. And

when the day of their eventual separation arrived, she would take the time to process these feelings properly.

Whether considering it as settling emotional debts or an internship in love, she would view it as a valuable

experience.

With such a thought in her mind, she placed her lips on his.