Chapter 269 Hes Unreasonable 1/4 Arthurs words were clear , Were a married couple discussing private matters .
Dont you know when to step aside ? Pete glanced at Charlotte .
Ill wait for you downstairs .
Alright .
It was when Pete turned and left that Charlotte shifted her gaze back , only to meet Arthurs cold , piercing eyes .
What do you want ? she asked , her tone laced with confusion .
Arthur didnt answer .
Instead , he stood up and walked in another direction .
Seeing this , Charlotte turned to leave .
Follow me .
Before she could take another step , Arthurs emotionless voice came from behind .
Charlotte hesitated .
She didnt want to provoke him , especially now that he knew about Ava , her other weak spot .
She thought , Hes selfish and self centered , only concerned .
with his own feelings .
If I make him angry , what if he uses my grandmother to threaten me ? Reluctantly , she followed him into a private dining room , where Chapfer 269 Hes Unreasonable 2/4 One of them was Jacob , whom she had met a few times before , Arthurs personal assistant during his travels .
Mr.
Harrison , youre back ? Carlos , the other man , immediately stood up with a warm smile .
upon seeing Arthur .
Mm , Arthur responded briefly , pulling out the chair beside him .
He gestured toward Charlotte and said , Sit .
Carlos gaze flickered with curiosity .
And this is ? My wife , Arthur replied in a calm tone as he sat down .
Ah , Mrs.
Harrison ! Carlos demeanor grew even more respectful .
Its an honor to meet you .
Please , have a seat .
Its my privilege to host both Mr.
and Mrs.
Harrison here in Camoreham .

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I hope my hospitality hasnt fallen short .
As he spoke , he raised his glass and took a drink .
He believed that she had attended enough of these business social events and was quite adept at handling them .
As they discussed work related matters , she sat there , and the potential partners naturally wouldnt make any excessive demands or resort to underhanded tactics to facilitate the cooperation .
She had been through many occasions like this .
In Arthurs eyes , this made her the perfect wife .
A convenient shield .
When Carlos excused himself to use the restroom , Charlotte Chapfer 269 Hes Unreasonable 3/4 her fingers to her temples and said , Arthur , you should have told me in advance .
And then what ? Arthurs loosened tie added a touch of casual indifference to his appearance .
I wouldve refused .
Her voice was steady as she said , I dont want to be Mrs.
Harrison anymore .
I also dont want to fulfill any duties that come with that title .
Arthur chuckled lightly , draping an arm over the back of her chair .
His striking eyes gleamed with a faint hint of amusement , and the faintest trace of a smile softened his features .
With just a touch of emotion , his gaze seemed to brim with affection , as if he had endless words of love to pour out .
But Charlotte knew it was all an illusion .
His usual illusion .
I knew youd refuse .
Thats exactly why I didnt tell you .
Charlottes breath hitched , her delicate brows knitting together .
When this dinner is over , can I leave ? No.
Arthur rejected her without hesitation .
Im curious to see how far youre willing to go for someone else , even if it means compromising with me .
His voice carried a mocking undertone as he raised his glass and Chapfer 269 Hes Unreasonable took a sip.
The sharp burn of the liquor scorched his throat , fueling the flames of anger already smoldering in his chest .
Charlotte could only think that he was unreasonable ! 4/4 What happens between us has nothing to do with anyone else .
Dragging others into this , dont you find that despicable ? Arthur shrugged indifferently .
If it works , thats all that matters .
Charlottes hand clenched into a fist , and just then , the door opened , and Carlos and his assistant returned .
Carlos broadly grinned as he placed a jewelry box in front of Charlotte .
Mrs.
Harrison , its a pleasure to meet you .
This is just a small token of appreciation .
Its nothing too extravagant , and I hope you wont mind .
As he spoke , he opened the box .
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