Married First, Loved Later : A Flash Marriage with My Ex's 'Uncle' novel Chapter 434

Chapter 434: Like a Bad Rash

No one dared say a word.

Stone’s eyes were practically bulging as he watched Selina’s back, teeth grinding so hard it was a wonder they didn’t crack.

Arrogant. Way too arrogant.

...

Two days later, word got out that Assistant Stone had been demoted.

The whole business about the leaked Country Y negotiation quote wasn’t widely known.

To most people, Stone had been by Logan’s side for ten years, always diligent, never making a big mistake. Why was he suddenly demoted?

Then the rumor spread: Stone had offended Mrs. Reid, and Mr. Reid, furious for her sake, had punished him.

Luke let out a low whistle. "Selina, I knew I had you pegged right. You really are a natural-born seductress!"

Selina arched a brow. "How’s Assistant Stone taking it?"

Logan sounded completely casual. "He’s shown no reaction."

Selina nodded. Figures.

An old fox like him wouldn’t slip up so easily. He’d been playing the long game right under Logan’s nose for ten years—what’s a couple of days?

Logan glanced at the time. "Where do you want to go for lunch?"

Selina thought about it, her eyes twinkling. "The cafeteria. I am just an assistant, after all. Don’t think I’m allowed special treatment. Don’t you agree?"

Logan let out a rare, low laugh. "Sure. Let’s go."

Luke: "??"

Wait. Logan, did you just say you’re going to the cafeteria?

Sure, Reid Group’s cafeteria was on par with fancy restaurants, but because of his position, Logan almost never went there.

Besides, the company had private kitchens for the CEO and senior execs.

Luke trailed after them, totally bewildered.

...

It wasn’t until they actually reached the cafeteria that Luke realized just how naive he’d been.

Selina hadn’t come here to eat. She’d come here to show off.

Reid Group had several cafeterias. The closest one was on the 45th floor, and it was prime lunch hour—employees were coming and going in droves.

Even though they called it a "cafeteria," it was basically a high-end buffet, famous in the industry.

Even trust-fund brats wouldn’t complain about the quality here.

But no one ever expected Logan to show up in person.

The second he walked in, the entire place fell silent.

Employees froze mid-bite, not daring to even look up.

After a long, awkward moment, one manager finally worked up the nerve to approach carefully.

"Mr. Reid... is there anything you need?"

Luke got it now.

No wonder Logan never comes down here. Who the hell can eat with him sitting there? Even I’d lose my appetite.

Logan lifted his hand in a dismissive wave. "Just here for lunch."

The manager blinked, glancing from Logan to Selina and back. His gaze lingered on Selina for two seconds before realization dawned.

"Oh... of course. Please, enjoy your meal."

Logan nodded evenly. "Mm."

Then he turned to Selina. "What do you want? I’ll walk with you."

The manager hurried back to the staff. "Okay, everyone—get back to eating!"

But as soon as he sat down, his professional expression cracked, and he couldn’t help but whisper,

"Mr. Reid’s actually here with Selina!"

"Mrs. Reid can eat in the cafeteria?"

"Who knows, maybe she’s just curious. Our cafeteria is nice enough, but I never thought Mr. Reid would actually show up..."

"Guess those rumors are true. Mr. Reid demoted Assistant Stone for her."

"Damn... note to self: don’t ever get on Miss Clark’s bad side."

...

Selina picked at a few things casually and found a seat in a relatively empty corner.

She glanced around, then lowered her voice conspiratorially.

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