A Crazy One-night Stand

After selling the shares, Rosie heaved a sigh of relief. She raised her eyebrows and said proudly, "Alina, this was the easiest money I have ever made, I've made a profit of more than a hundred thousand dollars! By the way, Wilson mentioned that you shouldn't read the news? Are you on the news? Let me see it first. If it's positive, I will let you know. If it's negative, then you should listen to Wilson and not read it."

As she spoke, she took out her phone and clicked on the news.

However, when she read the eye-catching headlines, an indignant expression appeared on Rosie's face.

Looking at Rosie's expression, Alina frowned slightly. "Rosie, what's wrong?"

"F*ck, does this reporter have no moral or ethical values?" Rosie was furious.

Alina's curiosity was aroused. "What exactly was written on the headlines? Let me take a look!"

Rosie dodged to prevent Alina from snatching her phone away. "I think it's better for you to not know."

"What does it matter? I just want to have a look," Alina insisted.

Rosie regretted it. If she had known this would happen, she would not have aroused Alina's curiosity.

Rosie tried to dismiss her. "Alina, listen to Wilson. You shouldn't read the news."

"If so, I'll read the news using my phone," Alina said as she took out her phone from the ba. She opened the trending news and read the headlines.

The headlines screamed, "A family feud broke out because of Miss Alina during Mr. Scott's birthday celebration. How will this affect the leadership of Scott Group?"

Seeing that Alina had read the news, Rosie asked, "Alina, what happened at Mr. Scott's birthday celebration?"

Alina smiled and shook her head. "It's nothing. I told you before that the Scott Family's eldest son is at odds with Wilson's family."

"But what does it have to do with you? Why are you in the headlines? It mentioned that you were the cause of the fight!" Rosie replied indignantly.

She didn't read the article under the headlines. There was a photo published with two distinguished ladies in the frame. Alina was nowhere to be seen.

Alina explained with a smile, "That day, Wilson's grandfather said he wanted to give me 5% of his shares. It was probably the fuse that set off the huge argument."

"What? Mr. Scott wanted to give you his shares? Oh my god, 5% of the Scott Group's shares! Alina, you're going to be stinking rich! That means I'm the best friend of a rich woman. We can look forward to a cushy life now!" Rosie said in an exaggerated tone. She planned to tease Alina and lighten the mood.

Alina interrupted, "However, I didn't accept the shares."

"You are so stupid!" Rosie knew that Alina could be stubborn to a fault.

"So, Grandfather said that he would give the shares to me as a wedding gift once Wilson and I get married."

"That's great. By the way, when will you be having your wedding with Wilson? You've already gotten your marriage certificates and have fallen in love with each other. You should hold a wedding soon." "The ceremony will be in March of next year!" As she mentioned the wedding, a smile reappeared on Alina's face.

In fact, Rosie didn't have to worry about Alina. The negative press had no effect on her at all.

"I want to be your maid of honour!" Rosie declared.

"Of course, no problem!" Alina's tone was adamant as well. Since she was getting married, Rosie should definitely be her bridesmaid.

"Don't take the news to heart." Rosie tried to comfort her.

Alina had already kept her phone in her bag. She replied with a smile, "False rumours like that won't upset me at all. You worry too much." She wasn't that fragile!

"That's good." Seeing that Alina's mood didn't seem to be affected, Rosie was a little relieved. She served Alina more meat and said, "You need to eat more. There are still four months left before the wedding ceremony. The wedding dress won't look nice on a skinny frame like yours."

"You really think too far about these things!" Alina laughed.

Suddenly, Alina's phone beeped with a notification. She took out her phone and saw that the Scott Group's shares had dropped in price. She waved her phone at Rosie. "The price of Scott Group's shares have dropped after we sold. Aren't you happy about that?"

"Really? That's great. What is the happiest thing when trading stocks? It's to buy low and sell at the highest price! Tomorrow's lunch will be my treat." Rosie was in a good mood and she forgot her dilemma regarding Bill.

After the meal, both of them returned to the design department. They sat down at the same table opposite each other and concentrated on their work. From time to time, they looked up and smiled at each other.

In Alina's opinion, this was the epitome of a blissful life. She had her best friend at her side, working in the same field, and sitting at the same office table.

She had a man whom she loved. They were already registered to be married and were a legitimate couple.

While she thought about this, she received a text message from Wilson, "Lina, wait for me. I'll fetch you after work!"

She smiled down at her phone and replied, "Okay!"

Rosie teased her jokingly, "Is Wilson coming to pick you up?"

"Yes," Alina responded with a smile.

"How wonderful!" Rosie smiled and continued working with her head down.

About an hour later, a car stopped nearby Alina's office, approximately 200 meters away.

Alina had requested for Wilson to park further away as she didn't want to attract unwanted attention.

When it was time to get off work, Alina ran towards the car happily.

Rosie noticed Alina running happily towards the car and smiled knowingly. Finally, Alina found the happiness that she deserved.

Alina got into the passenger seat with Wilson at the wheel.

The two of them were very affectionate with each other. Wilson had to hold Alina's hand even while he was driving.

He manoeuvred the steering wheel with one hand as he talked to Alina cheerfully.

"Are you feeling tired after work?"

"I'm not tired!" Alina smiled and shook her head.

"It's good that you're not tired. Jayden will come over to the Scott's house tonight. You shouldn't delay your training in self-defence."

"Do I still have to practise?" Alina pouted like a spoiled child. "I'm exhausted from the training yesterday, my limbs are about to fall apart. It still hurts so much. Can't we wait until we return to our apartment for the next training session?"

Wilson smiled and coaxed her. "Darling, if this is regarding other matters, I will agree to anything you request. However, I can't compromise on this issue as it concerns your personal safety. So please hold out for a few more days. It won't hurt after some time, trust me!"

"But I'm in so much pain right now!"

"I'll give you a massage when we get back!"

"No!" Alina's face went completely red.

Wilson's joyful laughter rang out in the car.

"Then can I practise for an hour less?" Alina tried to negotiate in a coquettish tone.

"No!" Wilson refused to compromise.

In this matter, he shouldn't allow Alina to get her way.

Simon had sent men to stalk Amy day and night, however, this woman was so meticulous that they could not find the person behind this.

How could he rest assured if the mastermind was still at large?

Being in the open, Lina was vulnerable to attacks by the perpetrator in the shadows. It would be impossible to protect Alina at all times. Therefore, the best solution was to train Lina in self-defence as soon as possible so that she has the ability to protect herself.

"Then, how about less than forty minutes?" Alina continued bargaining.

"No!" Wilson stood his ground.

"Thirty minutes! My muscles really ache!"

"Alright then." As he blurted out the words, Wilson wanted to bit his tongue. He had clearly decided to not compromise, but his tongue slipped and he gave in.

"Yay!" Alina cheered. She did a little victorious dance, happy as a lark.

Wilson looked at Alina's reaction and smiled affectionately.

The car soon entered the grounds of Scott's house. Wilson's expression became visibly grim.

In his family, Grandfather was the only one who acknowledged Lina.

He knew his mother's character very well. She was stubborn and headstrong. Once she had decided on something, she would not back down easily, unless Lina managed to change her mind. Lina's good points must be impressive enough to be on par with the status of a young lady from a prominent family.

His mother's preoccupation with status and prestige was too deeply seated for Alina to change her mind.

As for his sister, her opinion was not important at all. Moreover, Silvia had a simple and straightforward personality by nature. Wilson believed that Silvia would change her mind once she had more contact with Lina.

The car stopped in the garage. Both of them left the garage hand in hand.

Wilson reached out and pulled Alina's coat tighter around her. "The weather's getting colder and colder. You should wear thicker clothes tomorrow," Wilson said with a warm smile.

"I don't feel cold at all!" Alina shook her head, laughing. The warmth from his smile was sufficient to shield her from the cold weather.

"Silly girl! Let's go shopping tomorrow afternoon, I'll buy you some new clothes!"

"We don't have to. I have lots of clothes back at the apartment."

"That's not enough. A woman's wardrobe should be always filled with new clothes!"

"Alright, but I'll put the clothes on my own card."

"When will you be willing to spend my money?" Wilson was very distressed.

"Let's wait until our wedding!" Alina thought to herself, "Let's wait until the day when we are truly inseparable and when I can stand tall beside you."

"I regret setting our wedding date in March next year. We should have our wedding tomorrow."

"You're talking nonsense!"

"I'm serious!"

"Having our wedding in March is already very early. In fact, it's already December!"

"But I can't wait until then. Darling, give me a kiss!"

At an isolated corner of the garden, Wilson pulled Alina nearer to him and whispered sweet nothings into her ear.

During winter, the sky turned dark earlier than usual.

Before six o'clock, the garden lights of the Scott Family villa were all lit up.

The lights shone on the golden chrysanthemums growing on both sides of the walkway, casting a romantic glow in the garden.

As Wilson and Alina embraced each other, the garden lights cast their shadows on the ground.

With passionate kisses, their burning hearts were intertwined with each other.

At the dining room of the villa, dissatisfied voices rang out.

"Why do we have to wait for them? Didn't they get off work at five o'clock? It's only a thirty-minute drive. It's already well past six o'clock!"

"That's right. It's too much of them to make us wait every day for dinner."

"If you are unwilling to wait, go and have your dinner at the parlour. No one's forcing you to wait!" Lincoln's words silenced the protests immediately. Wilson and Alina entered the dining room, walking leisurely.

Lincoln smiled kindly when he saw the both of them coming hand in hand. He turned to the housekeeper. "Mr. Kyree, let's have dinner!"

"Must they be so lovey-dovey in public?" Nancy muttered under her breath.

Wilson ignored the resentful glances and brought Alina to her seat. He sat down as well and peeled the prawns for Alina casually.

Both Wilson and Alina knew very well that she was the target of everyone's dissatisfaction. However, this was something that couldn't be avoided because of their disparity in social status. Since the situation would not change no matter how low-key they were, why should they be concerned with the opinions of others? It would be better to display their affection publicly.

At the very least, they would have expressed their position and determination to stand against the voices opposing their relationship. ☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐☐