Spending A Fortune For My Wife’s Substitute

Chapter 52: Warning

Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations

Tasha White? She did know this person. They had even competed in a debate before.

“Tasha started out as a legal advisor. However, after so many years, she suddenly wanted to become a lawyer, but she didn’t have enough money, so she sent a message to her schoolmates. That’s when I thought of you,” Matthew explained in an excited tone.
Shannon was a little worried. She had started a law firm before, but not only did the firm close down, Pete had also been implicated. What if she started afresh again, but ended up implicating her schoolmate?

“Matthew, thank you, but I want to think about it more. As you know, I haven’t had the time to settle the issues with my own law firm.” Shannon’s rejection of Matthew was completely unexpected.

However, Matthew didn’t force her. He put down the document and left.

Shannon sat in the living room and looked at the bouquet of roses. If she wanted to lead a peaceful life, and continue pursuing her legal career, she had to get rid of Janice.

Tasha had requested for Matthew to speak to Shannon about the law firm, but it was clear to him now that Shannon still had a lot of things to take into consideration, and he couldn’t help but be worried.

He drove towards his company, but his mind was on Shannon throughout the journey.

He had always loved her, but he could feel that the person she loved was still Max.

“President Wenley, you’re finally here. Jake is in the guest room.” Matthew had just arrived when his assistant approached him nervously.

Matthew frowned. Jake? That was Max’s assistant. Why was he here?

Although he was Max’s nephew, they hadn’t met much. In terms of business, only their parents’ businesses were related.

“President Wenley is finally back. I’ve waited for quite a long time.” Jake said politely when Matthew opened the door to his office.

However, Matthew had a bad feeling. Previously, he had pulled Shannon away from Max, so he knew that the latter would definitely look for him.

“Tm here to discuss a business deal with President Wenley. This is the new project between the Wenley Corporation and the Yard Corporation. Our President wants you to be in-charge of importing the construction materials.” Jake placed a stack of documents and a contract on the table.
Matthew looked at the stack of documents. Max and him had never had any business dealings before, so why would Max suddenly think of him?

“Importing construction materials. This is a very profitable deal. However, I’m sure my uncle didn’t give it to me for nothing, right?” Matthew said straightforwardly.

Jake smiled. Max did have a request.

“President Wenley, you are definitely able to fulfill this request. It’s very simple. Miss Zanders is our President’s ex-wife. Although there hasn’t been any news about her identity, it’s possible that the news might be leaked in the future. For the sake of the Wenleys’ reputation, our President hopes that you
can stay away from Miss Zanders.” Jake told Matthew about Max’s request.

Matthew stood there with an indifferent expression. He wasn’t surprised at all.

After all, Max’s request was reasonable. They were such a prominent family, so if word got out that his uncle and nephew liked the same woman, it would certainly cause a massive storm.

But he loved Shannon! All these years, he only had Shannon in his heart.

“Please convey to my uncle that I know what I’m doing. Since he has already divorced Miss Zanders, it means they don’t have any relationship anymore. As to what will happen in the future, that’s something that no one can predict.” Matthew then sent Jake off.
Jake naturally understood what he meant.

However, being sandwiched in the middle was the most difficult position. He didn’t even know how to explain it to Max.

“President, I’m back.” Jake stood in Max’s office, but before he could say anything, his back was already covered in cold sweat.

Max looked up and saw the document in his hand and the expression on his face. Needless to say, this contract was definitely not signed.

“president Wenley rejected this collaboration, and he said that he knew what he was doing.” Jake’s voice was clearly trembling.

Max leaned back in his chair, his eyes dark.

“It’s not just that, right?”

“Yes, he also said that since Miss Zanders and you are divorced, there’s no relationship between the two of you anymore. He also said that no one can predict what will happen in the future.” Jake completed his report with his eyes closed.
Max twirled the pen in his hand, a dark glint flashing across his eyes.

Matthew had some backbone, which surprised him.

“Leave the car keys. Go and work on the new project,” Max ordered coldly.

Jake was a little surprised. He paused for a moment, then put down the keys and left.

Night fell. Max took the keys and drove straight to Shannon’s house.

Shannon was at home. The doorbell rang just as she finished cooking a fragrant plate of pasta.

She got up and walked to the door. Through the peephole, she saw a familiar figure.

Max? What was he doing here?

“Even if you don’t open the door, I can still find a way in. Don’t waste my time.” Just as Shannon decided not to open the door, his voice sounded from outside.

She immediately frowned. He was telling the truth. With his capabilities, he could definitely open her door.

“What are you doing here?” Shannon opened the door, her tone filled with anger.

Before she could finish speaking, Max had already walked into the house. Max immediately smelled the fragrance in the room.

He walked straight to the dining room and sat at the seat Shannon had just taken, then picked up her fork and started eating. Shannon was furious, but she couldn’t fight with Max over the food, could she?
“What are you here for?” Shannon only wanted him to leave quickly.

Max ate the pasta gracefully. This pasta came at a timely moment, it was the first meal today.

“Tm here to congratulate you. You’ve succeeded, and your name has spread far and wide.” Max looked up at her coldly after finishing his meal.

Shannon was a little frustrated. Why did his words make her feel so upset?

“Weren’t you expecting me to win this lawsuit? Tell me what your motive is.” Shannon’s expression was guarded and distant.

Max stared at her coldly. Was she like this when she was with Matthew?

“You’re not allowed to interact with Matthew anymore. You know that he and I are one family. If word gets out, it won’t be good for any of our reputation!” Max’s tone was domineering, not allowing Shannon any space to reject him.
Shannon suddenly stood up from her chair. He was actually here to warn her. What a joke!

“Does your relationship have anything to do with me? I divorced you a long time ago. Whoever I’m with now has nothing to do with you!” Shannon’s voice was filled with anger.

She hated this feeling. She hated that she had to listen to everything he said, and even more so, she hated that he couldn’t give her anything, but still wanted to restrict her actions.

“Are you short of men or do you lack money?” Max got up and approached Shannon, his entire body exuding a chilly aura..