Chapter 40

"You're going on a business trip?" Willian asked. "Yeah," Linda answered. "Why didn't I hear about this?" "Why would it matter to someone as busy as you, Mr. Wilson?" Linda replied with a hint of sarcasm in her voice. "I thought you never cared about these things." Jimmy stifled a laugh. Perhaps considering Linda's words a bit harsh and unaware of their shared history, he remarked, "Linda, you can't expect everyone to put up with you like I do. Not everyone is going to pamper you." "Mr. Cole, this is between Linda and me. Stay out of it," William said sternly. "And why should he stay out of it?" Linda looked at him. "He's my boyfriend now. What? Did something he said offend you?" William, of course, didn't dare to say a word. Inside, he was burning with jealousy but could only watch helplessly. When the waiter served the food, they noticed an additional guest at the table and promptly brought an extra set of cutlery. Linda and Jimmy chatted while they ate, and William just wat