Stay away from Suzy [Bonus chapter]

"Because of your dirty talks, you are popular among women. I wish you had applied your intelligence to gain popularity among the employees at Onetti Group," Suzy commented as she forcefully pushed him away.

With a swift movement, she distanced herself from him, tied her hair into a bun, and made her way to the bathroom. Meanwhile, Chris left the bedroom to engage in his workout routine in the private gym within the penthouse.

A sense of irritation suddenly washed over him, as Suzy continued to confront him with the reality he had been trying to evade for quite some time. Yet, how much longer could he avoid it? He couldn't allow her half-siblings and cousins to outshine him.

His phone suddenly rang, and he tapped the screen to answer the call.

"Good morning, Uncle Benj," Chris greeted, slightly reducing the treadmill's speed to ensure he could focus on the conversation.

"Good morning, Chris. I've got your cards back in working order. Please, let's not get into any mischief today. The situation with Mr. Kostakis isn't great, and your father is quite upset about it," Benjamin explained to Chris, hoping that this incident would serve as a lesson for him, preventing any similar behavior in the future.

"I understand," Chris said. 

"There will be a reception party soon. Probably in one or two days," Benjamin informed him. 

"What is the need for that? We all know how this marriage happened," Chris remarked, showing his disinterest in this. 

"Chris, the private wedding did bring a lot of questions too. Many of our business partners have even asked your grandfather why his grandson got married suddenly. You see, many influential families wanted you to be their son-in-law. Media is speaking about you two these days and your grandfather thinks that reception is necessary," Benjamin elaborated on the reasons why there was a need for a reception. 

"What will this wedding reception bring then?" Chris inquired. 

"It will make people quiet about you two," Benjamin answered. 

"Everyone knows that Star Corporation was on the brink of collapse. Suddenly, CEO Suzy got a huge investment from the richest family in New York, and her company got saved from bankruptcy," Chris stated and he chuckled. "I don't understand what this reception will bring except for some more questions on us," he added. 

"Tell everyone in the reception that you fell in love with Suzy," Arthur suddenly pronounced from the other side. 

"Are you serious, Grandpa?" Chris muttered and then said good morning to him. 

"Oh, I am serious. You will tell in the reception that you love Suzy dearly," Arthur stated and sipped the green tea. "Go to college and study there instead of having fun," he affirmed before hanging up the call. 

Chris chuckled under his breath, running his fingers through his hair as he cranked up the treadmill's speed. He maintained the pace for a solid half-hour before making his way back to his bedroom. Wiping the sweat from his face, he casually tossed the towel onto the couch and proceeded to the washroom.

Stepping into a steaming hot shower, he let the water relax his muscles. Afterward, he emerged, clad in a pair of well-fitted jeans and a crisp white t-shirt, topping it off with a sleek leather jacket. He slipped his wallet into his pocket, fastened a stylish watch around his wrist, and grabbed his phone before making his way downstairs.

He found Suzy on the breakfast table, talking with someone on the phone. Chris pulled out a chair for him and Doris served him the breakfast meals. He keenly listened to her conversation with the person on the other side of the call. 

Suzy hung up the call and picked up the spoon to have cornflakes with the milk. She glanced at Chris and found him attractive in those clothes. "You look quite good today," she did not hesitate to compliment him. 

"You mean hot," Chris remarked and smirked at her. 

"I would say sophisticated," Suzy replied. "Don't go to the bar, and also, don't create any trouble," she asserted. 

"Yes, Your Highness!" Chris retorted sarcastically, his irritation evident in his tone. "Any other royal decrees you'd like to issue, Your Highness?"

Suzy remained tight-lipped, choosing not to reveal the surprise waiting for Chris at his college. The two continued their meal in silence and soon finished their breakfast.

As they both rose from the table, Lionel chimed in, requesting Chris to drop Suzy off at her workplace.

"Why? Doesn't she have her own car?" Chris inquired with a hint of confusion.

"Your car hasn't returned yet. The vehicle you'll be using for college is the one the Young Mistress should be using," Lionel explained.

"Daniel is here to pick me up," Suzy responded, taking the lead and moving ahead of Chris.

"I'll drop you," Chris insisted, following her.

"You'll be late for college," Suzy warned as they both headed towards the exit.

"I can at least drop my wife off. I won't be late," Chris asserted. His determination to prevent Suzy from driving with Daniel was evident in his grimace. He gently grasped her wrist, leaving her perplexed.

Daniel, who was waiting outside the car by the penthouse gate, observed them emerging, hand in hand.

Chris totally ignored Daniel's presence and dragged Suzy to his car. He already had opened the passenger seat's door by pressing the key. "Hey, wait! Daniel is here," Suzy said when Chris pushed her into the seat and locked the door from outside. 

He turned around and went toward Daniel. "I will say only once. Wipe the route to my house from your brain. Also, tell your sister not to spread rumors about me. If I start speaking the truth, she may not be able to show her face ever again to the people around her," he affirmed. 

Daniel's jaw clenched to hear the statement regarding his sister. "You ruined Freya's life. How dare you to threaten me?" he questioned. 

"Freya committed fraud, Mr. Secretary. She used my cards for it, and I chose to remain silent for her sake. But if she continues to spread lies about me to my wife through you, I'll ensure she spends the rest of her life behind bars," Chris declared, his face twisted with a menacing resolve.

Suzy persistently tapped on the windshield, signaling Chris to unlock the door.

"Furthermore, stay away from Suzy. I can see your feelings for her as a man," Chris added, then turned away and walked towards his car.

"I will make sure she divorces you, Chris," Daniel said in a firm tone. 

Chris decided to refrain from responding and headed to his car. As he opened the driver's side door, he shot a piercing glare in Daniel's direction.

"What did you say to Daniel?" Suzy demanded angrily.

Chris turned to look at her, then reached out, gently cupped the back of her head, and kissed her passionately, right in front of Daniel's eyes.