secret lover 175 Summary


    In the CEO’s office of Apex Tower, tension fills the air as Axel confronts Dn about a troubling news report regarding his wife, Evelyn. The headlines suggest a romantic involvement between Evelyn and Liam, Axel’s bodyguard, igniting a storm of jealousy within him. As Axel reads the sensational articles, his frustration esctes, leading to an icy confrontation with Dn, who attempts to downy the situation. Despite Dn’s reassurances that it might just be media exaggeration, Axel’s anger simmers beneath the surface, reflecting his deep emotional investment in Evelyn.


    As Axel grapples with his feelings, he considers the implications of publicly dering his marriage to Evelyn to quell the rumors. Dn suggests that an official announcement could enhance their public image, but Axel hesitates, recalling thest time he acted on such advice, which almost cost Dn his job. The weight of their current challenges, particrly concerning the Martinez family,plicates Axel’s decision. He is acutely aware that revealing their rtionship could invite unwanted scrutiny into both their pasts, something Evelyn detests.


    Despite his desire to publicly im Evelyn as his wife and silence the gossip, Axel ultimately decides against it for the time being. He prioritizes the need to manage their current crisis over addressing the media frenzy. As he instructs Dn to ensure thepromising photos are removed from cirction, a moment of dark humor surfaces when he jokingly suggests that Liam should start runningps for his oversight. This brief levity contrasts sharply with the underlying tension, highlighting theplexity of Axel’s emotions.


    After Dn leaves, Axel is left alone with his thoughts, feeling the weight of jealousy and protectiveness. He contemtes whether to reach out to Evelyn, aware that his feelings of jealousy towards Liam might provoke her teasingughter. Ultimately, Axel’s reluctance to act reflects his internal struggle between his emotions and the reality of their situation, leaving him torn between wanting to assert his im over Evelyn and respecting her desire for privacy.Continue Regr Chapter Reading Below


    **TITLE: Secret Lover**


    **175 Jealous?**


    In the high-rise elegance of Apex Tower, the atmosphere inside the CEO’s office was thick with tension. Axel’s piercing gaze locked onto Dn, who stood before him, visibly anxious. For a fleeting moment, suspicion flickered in Axel’s sharp eyes, a storm brewing just beneath the surface, before he reached out to take the iPad that his secretary was awkwardly offering.


    “What’s this?” Axel inquired, his voice smooth yetced with an undercurrent of danger that made Dn’s heart race with apprehension.


    “It’s about Lady Boss, sir,” Dn replied, carefully stepping back as if the distance might somehow shield him from the impending tempest.


    Axel’s focus shifted to the screen, and as he began to read, his expression morphed from curiosity to something much darker. The headlines loomedrge, each word striking like a thunderp.


    [Evelyn Walters Caught Walking with a Handsome Man]


    [Who Is the Mystery Gentleman Beside the Elegant Heiress?]


    [Secret Romance? Evelyn Walters Seen Smiling Lovingly at Unknown Man Outside Restaurant]


    [Inte in Chaos as Evelyn’s ‘Boyfriend’ Photo Goes Viral]


    With each line, Axel’s brow furrowed deeper, a storm of emotions swirling within him. Then he spotted the photograph.


    At first nce, it appeared innocuous enough—Evelyn emerging from a restaurant, her face radiant,ughter dancing in her eyes.


    But beside her stood a tall figure d in a sleek ck suit, his hand hovering protectively near her back. Though the man’s face was angled away from the camera, Axel recognized him instantly.


    Liam.


    His own bodyguard.


    The headlines screamed in his mind, each one more infuriating than thest. He scrolled down, his irritation mounting as he read thements flooding in.


    “He’s definitely her boyfriend.”


    “No! He might be her husband.”


    “This guy’s so fucking tall and hotter.”


    “Their chemistry looks real. Look at her smile!”


    “Kiyaa… Let’s ship them!”


    Axel’s temple pulsed with tension.


    In a fit of frustration, he abruptly powered off the iPad, gripping it so tightly that Dn instinctively took a step back, his eyes wide with shock.


    “What the hell is going on here?” Axel’s voice cut through the air, sharp and icy, a clear warning of the storm brewing within him.


    Dn cleared his throat, scrambling for a way to diffuse the situation. “Sir, I think it’s just the paparazzi exaggerating again. It’s not like thedy boss did anything inappropriate. It’s just… the angle of the photo makes it look a little… well… romantic?”


    “Romantic?” Axel echoed slowly, his narrowed eyes boring into Dn.


    The tension in the room was palpable, sharp enough to make Dn feel as if the iPad might end up crashing against his face. How delightful!


    “Or friendly!?” Dn corrected hastily, raising both hands defensively. “Very friendly… Extremely tonic!? The lighting must have been bad; you know how the media loves to spin a scandal.”


    Axel exhaled sharply through his nose, leaning back in his chair, his fingers tapping a slow, controlled rhythm on the armrest—a clear sign that his patience was wearing thin.


    “Did Liam say anything about this? How could someone even take photos of them? I specifically told him to ensure the area was clear.”


    Dn shook his head, his expression apologetic.


    “No, sir. But I can only imagine he’s wishing for invisibility at this moment.”


    Axel let out a humorless chuckle. “He better be.”


    A heavy silence settled between them, stretching on as Axel rose from his chair and moved toward the expansive window. Peering out at the sprawling city skyline below, he felt his jaw tighten once more.


    “She’s my wife,” he muttered, his voice t, though the words seemed more directed at himself than at Dn. “And now the entire inte is convinced she’s dating her bodyguard.”


    Dn hesitated, weighing his words carefully before speaking. “Well, sir, perhaps you could rectify this by… you know…”


    Axel turned slightly, curiosity piqued.


    “By what?”


    Dn swallowed hard, gathering thest of his courage.


    “By officially announcing your marriage to Madam Evelyn?”


    Axel raised an eyebrow, skepticism etched on his features.


    “Announce it?”


    “Yes,” Dn pressed on, his confidence building. “It would silence the rumors instantly. The press adores you both. And honestly, it’s not a bad idea. It could even enhance the Walters Group’s image. People love the whole ‘mysterious billionaire and his elegant wife’ narrative. Very romantic, very marketable—”


    “Dn,” Axel interrupted, his voice low yet sharp enough to slice through the air.


    “Yes, sir?”


    Axel’s gaze darkened, lost in thought.


    “Do you remember what happened thest time you suggested something simr?”


    Dn blinked, a hint of realization dawning on him.


    “You mean when you threatened to fire me?”


    Axel’s smile was slow, dangerous. “Exactly.”


    Dn coughed lightly, sensing the need to retreat while he still had his job intact.


    “Understood, sir. Just a thought.”


    Axel turned back toward the window, his expression inscrutable.


    For what felt like an eternity, silence enveloped them.


    He longed to dere to the world that she was his, to silence every rumor, every article, every foolishment that dared to suggest anything else. But the reality was far moreplicated.


    If he went public now, Evelyn would be furious. She loathed attention, despised gossip, and especially detested when people pried into her private life.


    And with the chaotic situation surrounding Maxime and the Martinez family, the timing couldn’t be worse.


    Ethan’s warning echoed in his mind, a constant reminder of the precariousness of their situation.


    “Maxime is getting too close to the Martinez Group.”


    Thest thing Axel needed was more publicity. He needed to maintain control, to keep everything hidden, especially the parts of his life that involved Evelyn.


    He rubbed his temple, frustration mounting.


    “It’s not the right time,” he muttered under his breath.


    Dn, still standing awkwardly by his desk, tilted his head, trying to decipher Axel’s thoughts.


    “Sorry, sir?”


    Axel turned, his tone softening slightly. “If I announce our marriage, the media will dig into her past. Into mine. Into everything. Right now, I have far more pressing issues than a few gossip articles.”


    Dn nodded quickly, eager to align with Axel’s line of thought. “Yes, of course. Like the Martinez issue.”


    Axel shot him a sharp look, the weight of the situation heavy in the air.


    “Exactly. So, for the time being, no announcements. But I want those photos scrubbed from every major site. Have Collins handle it!”


    “Yes, sir.” Dn scribbled notes on his tablet before hesitating once more. “Should I also… talk to Liam?”


    Axel smirked faintly, a dry humorcing his tone. “You can inform him that I’d like a word tonight. Or better yet, tell him to start runningps before I get home.”


    Dn winced, a sympathetic expression crossing his face. “Poor guy.”


    Axel’s smirk deepened, a hint of amusement breaking through his frustration. “He’ll survive. Maybe.”


    Dn took that as his cue to exit before Axel’s mood shifted again. Just as he turned toward the door, Axel’s voice halted him.


    “Dn.”


    He froze, dread pooling in his stomach. “Yes, sir?”


    Axel’s tone was deceptively calm, but the underlying tension was unmistakable. “If another article like this surfaces, I’ll assume you’re the one who leaked it.”


    Dn’s face paled instantly, panic shing in his eyes. “Understood, sir. Noted. Absolutely not me.”


    When the door finally clicked shut behind him, Axel sank back into his chair, exhaling slowly, the weight of the world pressing down on him.


    His fingers traced the edge of his phone, the temptation to call her gnawing at him.


    But he could almost hear her teasingughter if she ever found out he was feeling jealous of Liam.


    A small, reluctant smile tugged at his lips. “Should I call her now? Or wait… and discuss it at home?”Conclusion


    As the tension in the room dissipated, Axel found himself grappling with a whirlwind of emotions. The jealousy that had surged within him was a stark reminder of his deep-seated feelings for Evelyn, feelings he had tried to keep at bay amidst the chaos of their lives. The thought of her smiling with another man, even in the innocent context of friendship, ignited a fire within him that was both unsettling and enlightening. He realized that the rumors, the gossip, and the public scrutiny were mere distractions from the truth of their rtionship—a bond that transcended the superficial judgments of the outside world. With a newfound rity, Axel understood that the time hade to confront his feelings head-on, to embrace theplexities of their love rather than hide behind the walls of his corporate life.


    As he sat in the dim light of his office, the city sprawling beneath him, Axel’s resolve solidified. He would protect Evelyn, not just from the prying eyes of the media, but also from the insecurities that threatened to undermine their rtionship. The decision to keep their marriage under wraps for now was a strategic one, but it also served as a reminder of the delicate bnce they had to maintain. He was determined to shield her from the chaos surrounding them, even if it meant grappling with his own emotions in silence. With a small smile, he finally picked up his phone, ready to reach out to the woman who had captured his heart, knowing that their journey together was far from over and that the true story of their love was yet to be written.What to Expect in Next Chapter?


    **What to Expect in the Next Chapter?**


    As the tension in Apex Tower simmers, readers can expect a dramatic esction in the brewing conflict surrounding Axel and Evelyn. With Axel wrestling with his emotions and the implications of the viral photos, the next chapter promises to delve deeper into his internal struggle. Will he confront Evelyn about the rumors, or will he choose to protect her from the fallout of the media frenzy? The stakes are high, and Axel’s jealousy towards Liam could lead to explosive confrontations that might change the dynamics of their rtionships forever.


    Meanwhile, Evelyn is blissfully unaware of the chaos unfolding in Axel’s world. As she navigates her own challenges, the chapter will likely reveal her perspective on the situation, offering insights into her feelings about both Axel and the mysterious man in the photographs. Will she stand her ground against the media’s scrutiny, or will she feelpelled to address the rumors head-on? As secrets unravel and tensions rise, readers can look forward to unexpected twists that will keep them on the edge of their seats, eager to see how Axel and Evelyn will handle the storm that threatens to engulf their lives.


    Sara Lili


    <strong>Sara Lili</strong> is a daring romance writer who turns icyndscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of d’s breathtaking cold.