Chapter 57

Despite Robert’s loud tone, James does not flinch. He simply lifts his head and looks at his boss.

“I am sorry.” He says clearly and him saying that triggers Robert even more.

Robert lifts his hand to punch James in the jaw, but I stop him.

“Robert..” I say his name and he puts his fist down.

“Don’t you think you’re overreacting a bit?” I ask him and he chuckles dryly.

“I’m overreacting?” He asks incredulously.

“Jen, that stupid maid could be at the police station as we speak! That would not just ruin the plans for today, but that would highly incriminate me!” He yells in my face.

His breathing is labored and his eyes are full of anger.

“But what I am most afraid of is losing you.” He says and then he turns around and walks away.

“Robert, wait,” I call after him, but he ignores me and puts more distance between us by going to his room.

I sigh loudly and I look at James. He is standing formally as he stares at me.

“James, you