Real Heiress: Flash Marriage With Boyfriend's Uncle - Chapter 182

Chapter 182: My love for my boss Chapter 182: My love for my boss Layla wrapped her hands around the warm coffee mug, savoring the aroma of the got coffee Lucius had prepared.

She took a slow sip, her lips curving into a soft smile as the rich flavor spread across her palate.

“I feel refreshed,” she murmured, setting the mug down momentarily to lean toward Lucius.

Her lips met his in a tender kiss, and Lucius instinctively cradled her neck with one hand, while his other hand rested on the countertop for support.

He deepened the kiss before pulling away just enough to gaze into her eyes.

“I can’t seem to find any maids around today.

Even Sarah is missing,” Layla remarked, glancing around the unusually quiet kitchen.

“I gave them the day off,” Lucius replied casually, sliding his hands into his pockets.

He picked up his own coffee mug and tilted his head to study her.

“Are you sure you don’t want breakfast?

I could whip up some pancakes for us,” he offered.

Layla shook her head lightly, a hint of amusement playing on her lips.

“I feel full,” she replied, taking another sip of her coffee.

Lucius frowned slightly, his brows knitting in mild disapproval.

“You’ve got work later.

You shouldn’t leave on an empty stomach,” he insisted, his tone laced with gentle persuasion.

Layla smiled at his concern.

“My meeting is over lunch, actually.

I’ll be joining Dad for something important.

He mentioned it’s with someone significant, so I won’t be starving,” she assured him.

“Alright, if you’re sure,” Lucius relented, taking a seat on the counter stool beside her.

They settled into a comfortable silence, sipping their coffee in solace.

Every so often, Lucius reached out to brush a strand of hair from her face or press a fleeting kiss to her temple, cheek and neck, thus earning soft giggles from Layla that filled the air.

“I also have an important meeting today.

Dad has suddenly called the Board Meeting.

Though I know what is it about,” Lucius told her.

“I hope your father takes the right decision,” Layla asserted.

“Rest, you are smart enough.

You have evidence against Roderick, how he has neglected the company and did wrong things behind his grandfather.

You can use them if you want to diminish his chances of becoming the next chairman,” she suggested.

“Hmm.” “What is in your mind lately?

If you are filling burdened, tell me.

I may help you feel better,” Layla said, resting the coffee mug on the counter.

“Dad has given me everything from a young age.

Indeed, I missed his love, his care in the earliest of my youthful days, but he never made me feel abandoned.

For him, my heart stops me from doing what I could have done a long time ago,” Lucius asserted.

“It’s normal to feel that.

But if your father is going to take a wrong decision, then you need to stop him.

Rest is on you.

Whatever you decide, I’ll be with you,” Layla remarked, giving him a warm smile.

The two finished the coffee soon and Layla put the mugs into the sink.

As they came to the living room, they saw Roger and Aiden there.

Layla greeted them in her usual cheerful demeanor and sensed the awkward silence.

“Are you three planning to stay upset with each other forever?” Layla asked with a mild exasperation.

“Who’s upset?” Lucius muttered, turning a bit defensive.

Layla folded her arms and sighed, her gaze shifting between the three big men.

“Come on, guys.

In this house, no one should hold grudges.

Roger, Aiden, forgive Lucius already.

You both know him better than anyone.

Besides, he’s not going to Russia as you wanted him to,” she revealed with a knowing smile.

Roger’s face lit up instantly, a wide grin spreading across his features.

“Really?” he exclaimed.

“Yes,” Lucius replied with a curt nod, though his expression softened at their reaction.

Aiden’s stern demeanor also melted into relief, his lips curling into a rare smile.

Before Lucius could react further, Roger rushed forward and pulled him into a tight hug.

“I’m so happy, Boss!

You made the right decision,” he said enthusiastically, planting an unexpected kiss on Lucius’s cheek.

Lucius recoiled in horror, his eyes narrowing as he growled, “What the fuck are you doing, Roger?” Roger, grinning mischievously, darted behind Layla for protection.

“Just showing my love for my boss and letting him know I’m no longer upset,” he quipped, his laughter bubbling out.

Layla couldn’t help but laugh at the absurdity of the moment, her eyes sparkling with amusement as Lucius rubbed his cheek in annoyance.

“Do you want me to kick your ass?

Don’t ever do that again!” Lucius barked, pointing a finger at Roger.

“And stop hiding behind my wife.

Come to the front!” “Not a chance,” Roger shot back, shaking his head vigorously.

“Madam, save me!” Lucius took a step forward, ready to grab him, but Layla intervened, wrapping her arms around her husband and pulling him into a calming embrace.

“Let it go,” she said softly, looking up into his eyes.

“He just loves teasing you.” Her words seemed to work their magic.

Lucius’s tense shoulders relaxed as he exhaled deeply.

Layla smiled and rose onto her tiptoes, pressing a gentle kiss to his lips.

“Happy now?” she asked.

Lucius’s lips curved into a small smile as he nodded.

“Hmm,” he hummed, pulling her closer as Roger peered out from behind Layla with a cheeky grin.

As they all settled on the couch, Lucius’s eyes fell on the bag on the floor next to the couch, where Roger seated.

“What’s this bag?” he asked with a frown.

“Boss, last night Sylvia called me.

She gave me this bag and left a last message for you.

She is returning to USA and you won’t see her unless those two days come in a year.

Also, she asked Boss not to ever spy on her,” Roger explained, not revealing the part where Sylvia said she hated Layla.

“Great!

When will she leave?” Lucius asked.

“She has left this morning,” Roger replied.

“Nice.” He glanced at the bag as if he realized what could be inside.

The gifts he showered on Sylvia when she was young, the mistake he made.

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