The Ugly Wife’s Stunning Comeback novel Chapter 140

Max called the nanny in to take Anne outside. Anne skipped over and grabbed Felicia’s hand, her eyes wide and innocent. “I’ll be playing outside. You and Daddy can do your work. I won’t get in the way.”

Felicia smiled at her, warm and gentle. “Alright.”

The nanny led Anne out of the office. As soon as the door closed behind them, Max’s whole vibe changed. The warmth he’d shown Anne disappeared, replaced by a cold, distant energy.

Felicia slipped into her professional mode. “Mr. Hawthorne, thank you for making time for this interview today.” It was like that argument they’d had over the weekend had never even happened.

Max glanced at her with those dark eyes, then turned away. “Have a seat.” His voice was cool, not giving anything away. He walked to the sofa, picked up a pile of children’s books, and neatly stacked them on Anne’s little bookshelf. Felicia stood quietly, watching him. He leaned back on the sofa, his long legs stretched out, looking effortlessly elegant and powerful. The air around him was so commanding, it made her nerves tighten up without her even realizing it.

He looked over at her. Felicia gave a small, polite smile, then sat down across from him. The cameraman set up behind her, and everything was in place.

She started the interview. “Mr. Hawthorne, thank you again for joining us. In today’s digital era, data, algorithms, and computing power are becoming more and more crucial in shaping the economy…”

The whole interview focused on how the country was adapting to the new era of digital intelligence and its impact on the global economy. Max answered her questions in detail, offering thoughtful insights and sharp opinions. Listening to him, Felicia felt herself relax a little. Whatever his private life might be like, there was no denying his talent and vision as a leader in the industry.

But facing someone with this much authority only made Felicia more determined to stay sharp and professional. She couldn’t let her guard down for even a second.

The half-hour flew by, and the interview went off without a hitch.

Near the end, the office door opened again. A little head peeked in. Anne’s soft voice floated in. “Daddy, are you still busy?”

“Come in,” Max said, and for a moment, his voice was gentle, almost indulgent.

Felicia looked at Max, and since he didn’t object, she nodded.

Anne jumped off the sofa and tugged Felicia’s hand. “Let’s go outside, so we don’t bother Daddy.”

Felicia felt the warmth of her daughter’s little hand, and her heart softened completely. She said goodbye to Max, grabbed her tablet and files, and walked out with the cameraman following.

Just as they left, Isaac knocked and stepped inside, hurrying over to Max and handing him a file folder. “These are summons from the court.”

Felicia heard that and felt her nerves tighten all over again.