CHAPTER 98 TROUBLE A-BREWING AGAIN

“What else but taking you home with me? Now that you’re my woman, you should stay with me. We’ll live together from now on.” The mere thought of Living with him sent a shiver of fear through Mary’s body. “But—” “No buts!” Derik cut her off, shutting down any protests she might have. “Do you really want to keep being a third wheel here all the time?” Kennedy might tolerate her for Bella’s sake, but that did not mean she should remain so clueless. At S.W. Studio Bella received a call from Kate. “Bella, have you made it to the company yet? Annalise is planning to open an art studio and needs an interior design company. I recommended you to Virgil.” Annalise? Virgil’s ex-girlfriend? Bella answered, “She majored in design, didn’t she? I’m sure she’s more than capable of handling the project herself.” “Virgil mentioned that she’s not quite familiar with the local design trends. Why not seize the opportunity and take on the order?” Kate said with a hint of persuasion. “Alright t