The Double Life of My Billionaire Husband novel Chapter 766

Chapter 766

With his arm around her shoulder, Brandon gently said, “As a boss, you shouldn’t make your assistant work overtime on opening day. Let’s head back; the client isn’t going anywhere.”

Natalie sighed, feeling helpless since Lexi had already left and she couldn’t investigate further.

“I guess things have to be left as they are. I’ll look into it tomorrow.” Brandon smiled and led her to the car.

With her chin propped up, she gazed out the window, contemplating how to address Carly’s issue.

It wasn’t until the car stopped and she saw the unfamiliar scenery outside that she realized something was off.

“Aren’t we supposed to be going home? Where are we?”

Grinning, Brandon revealed, “Today’s the first day your studio is open. I booked a table at your favorite restaurant to celebrate your business’s successful launch.”

As he spoke, he exited the car and gallantly opened the door for Natalie, extending his hand to help her out.

Natalie smiled and took Brandon’s hand.

“That’s so sweet of you.”

Brandon had arranged for the restaurant to prepare Natalie’s favorite dishes, and once they were seated, the waiter brought the food to the table one by one.

Natalie felt grateful seeing her husband being so thoughtful and attentive.

She looked at the handsome man across from her and said affectionately, “Thank you, Brandon.”

Brandon poured a glass of wine for Natalie and gently replied, “You don’t have to thank me.”

After all the dishes were served, the waiter brought a special cake that Brandon had customized.

Upon seeing the cake, Natalie furrowed her brows and asked, “Why is the cake this flavor?”

Usually, Brandon knew her preferences; why would he order a cake in her least favorite flavor? Brandon also frowned.

“This isn’t the flavor I ordered. Did you bring the wrong cake?”

“Isn’t this the cake you two ordered?” The waiter quickly checked the order and confirmed with the kitchen.

It wasn’t until Brandon’s impatience grew that they realized the cake was indeed meant for another table.

“I’m sorry! I’m really sorry!”

The waiter hastily apologized, “There was another table nearby that also ordered a cake, and both cakes were accidentally switched. I’ll go and get it replaced right now.”

Brandon didn’t want to make a scene and simply waved his hand, allowing the waiter to correct the mistake.

Suddenly, a detached voice rang out.

“I’m sorry, but I already ate your cake. I’ll buy you a new one to make up for it.”

Both Natalie and Brandon turned to see the tall, handsome man.

Jeremy Button approached them with a smile on his lips, his black eyes gleaming with a mysterious aura.

“Brandon, Natalie, long time no see! Your happy and peaceful days are about to end. Are you ready to face my storm?” Jeremy thought to himself.

The moment Brandon’s gaze fell upon the stranger, an inexplicable sense of unease surged within him.

Casting an icy stare, he retorted, “Forget it. Compensation is unnecessary.” With an air of contrition, Jeremy replied, “That’s not fair. The cake wasn’t inexpensive, and I feel really bad about it.”

Natalie chimed in, shaking her head, “Just keep it. No need for reimbursement.”

Jeremy feigned an apologetic sigh.

“Very well, then. I appreciate the cake. Enjoy your repast.”

Having spoken, he offered a faint smile, pivoted, and retreated to his seat.

Observing Jeremy’s table, Natalie’s heart plummeted.

Why were all the people gathered there familiar faces from the Turner clan? What ties bounded him to that family? Brandon, too, perceived something amiss and his brow furrowed in response.

“Brandon, do you recognize him?”

Natalie nudged him and arched an inquisitive brow.

“You’re right. The timing of his appearance is just too suspicious. I’ll have my people investigate him,” he assured. After Jeremy returned to his seat, the members of the Turner family seemed hesitant to say what they wanted to.

Jeremy glanced at them questioningly, a faint smile playing on his lips. “Just say what you want to.

Did you seriously ask me to come over just to have dinner?”

After exchanging glances among themselves, an elderly member of the Turner family spoke up.

“Mr. Button, you know how peculiar Mr. Turner’s illness is, and how rapidly it has been developing. However, the Turner family cannot function without Mr. Turner, and that’s why we want to ask you how long it would take for him to recover.”

Jeremy smiled meaningfully and said, “Well, about Mr. Turner… He may need to continue getting treatment for some more time. Are you all not satisfied with the way I manage the company? If you have any grievances or suggestions, please feel free to voice them. I will listen to them with an open mind.” Although Jeremy’s words and his tone sounded humble and courteous, his cold gaze made everyone in the room feel uneasy.

A few members of the Turner family noticed that something was not right and waved their hands, smiling awkwardly to show that nothing was wrong.

“No, Mr. Button, you misunderstood us. There have been no problems with the way you manage the company. We’re only concerned about Mr. Turner’s health,” one of them said.

“Yes, the stock price of the company has risen significantly since you took charge of the business, Mr. Button. Young people like you have a better understanding of the markets than we do.”

“That’s right!” the others chimed in.

With a meaningful smile, Jeremy said in a low voice, “I understand now. I am relieved since you all don’t have any problems with my management.”

He knew very well that he did not have the trust of the older members of the Turner family.

Not only did they not trust him, but they also made covert moves behind his back, including secretly investigating Luke’s illness in an attempt to overthrow him.

However, none of that posed a threat to him.

He had plenty of ways to make them obey him.

Or, he could simply get rid of them.

After all, dealing with the Turners would be a piece of cake for him.