When Her Death Couldn't Break Him (Cecilia and Nathaniel) novel Chapter 1281

Chapter 1281 An Obedient Child
“I'm telling you, don't even think about sharing today's events with your wife when you get home. If she finds out, she'll start picking up a trick or two from Mrs. Rainsworth.”

The others nodded in agreement.

However, a high-ranking female executive acted entirely differently. Even before she went home, she gave her husband a call.

“Are you not coming home again today? Do you have any idea that even our boss, the CEO of a conglomerate, isn't as busy as you? He always makes it a point to rush home and have dinner with his wife, acting like a well-behaved child in her presence.”

The woman's voice could clearly be heard by everyone.

Just before leaving the company, Nathaniel happened to overhear it, causing him to slightly furrow his brows.

He turned to Mason and asked, “Do I seem like an obedient child to you?”

Mason wasn't a fool. “Of course not. Don't be upset. Women just have a flair for the dramatic.”

Only then did Nathaniel's feel somewhat at ease.

Once he got into the car, he urged the driver to speed up.

After an incredibly busy day, he closed his eyes, feeling somewhat weary, and pinched the bridge of his nose.

Back at the Smith residence, Cecilia cooked while everyone helped, so there was no need for the chef that day.

When Nathaniel returned, he found the kitchen bustling with activity.

Elliot had also returned. “Sc*mbag daddy, you're finally back.”

He swiftly hug Nathaniel's thigh.

Nathaniel bent down and picked him up, carrying him into the kitchen.

Due to the domineering air Nathaniel exuded, Lucille and Charlotte felt awkward as they stood in the kitchen.

“Ceci, we're done here. We'll go outside to prepare the fruits,” Lucille said.

Without giving it much thought, Cecilia responded, “Alright.”

The two swiftly exited the kitchen, briefly greeting Nathaniel on their way out.

Nathaniel, cradling Elliot, entered the kitchen. “Is there anything I can help with?”

“How on earth does she manage to stay by his side? If it were me, I would have struggled to get along with someone like that,” Lucille remarked casually.

The man she fancied was either gentle or eloquent, capable of making others feel comfortable.

Though Nathaniel was undeniably handsome, his presence was intimidating. Standing in front of him, one couldn't help but feel as if they were before a stern corporate boss, prompting an instinctive desire to keep as much distance as possible. His aura struck fear in everyone who was in his presence.

After some thought, Charlotte said, “Perhaps it's because of his good looks and wealth. Wasn't he the boss of Orion Corporation before? He single-handedly built it up to what it is now.”

“I guess so.”

As the two were engrossed in their conversation, dishes were served one after another.

“Sven.” Lucille spotted Sven approaching and gestured for him to come over.

In the kitchen, Nathaniel's gaze involuntarily fell upon the scene, the depth of his eyes revealing an indescribable emotion.

Sven was not your typical bodyguard. The aura he exuded when he walked in was anything but ordinary.

Nathaniel had allowed Mason to investigate him, only to find out that his real name wasn't Sven at all.