Chapter 592 Helping My Wife Vent Her Anger
Ethan asked, "He harassed you?"
Ashley replied, "Yes."
Ethan's handsome face darkened, his gaze turning demonic as he stared at Dexter Garcia.
How dare he harass his woman!
Jason, sensing an opportunity, quickly interjected, "Your Highness, according to company policy, regardless of the reason, anyone involved in physical altercations should be terminated. Both Ms. White and Dexter should be dismissed."
Ethan shot him a cold glance, instantly silencing Jason.
Ethan asked Ashley with concern, "Are you hurt?"
As he spoke, his eyes scanned her carefully.
If she hadn't insisted on keeping their relationship private, he would have rushed to comfort her. It was excruciatingly hard for him to maintain a facade of indifference.
Ashley replied, "I'm fine."
Noticing the suspicious looks from those around them, Ashley gave Ethan a meaningful glance, as if saying, "Don't be so obvious, everyone's already suspicious about us."
Reluctantly, Ethan turned his attention to Dexter.
"Dexter, what are you waiting for? Leave on your own, or shall I throw you out myself?" Ethan said coldly.
Dexter was clearly resentful but didn't dare express it in front of Ethan. He shot Ashley a hateful glare before going to his desk to collect his belongings.
Jason smirked, "Ashley, you should pack up too."
Ethan fixed him with an icy stare. "Jason, who makes the decisions in this company, you or me?"
Jason trembled, "Your Highness, I apologize."
Ethan scrutinized Jason. He had repeatedly tried to get Ashley to leave Discussion Group; perhaps he was deliberately making things difficult for her.
These people seemed to have nothing better to do than harass or antagonize Ashley.
"Jason, you seem to have too much free time. I'm giving you one day to review all work records from last year and this year. Submit a comprehensive summary by noon tomorrow, or clear out your desk."
"Your Highness, that's an impossible workload for one day!"
"That's your problem. If you can't complete it, you know where the door is," Ethan said coldly. "Why are you all still standing around? Get back to work!"
The crowd of onlookers dispersed quickly.
"Ashley, come to my office!"
Jason, feeling unjustly punished with excessive work, felt a surge of satisfaction seeing Ethan's stern face as he called Ashley into his office. Surely she was about to be reprimanded!
This thought brought him some comfort.
"Of course," Ashley replied, following Ethan as they entered his office one after another.
Jason snorted, "Ashley, prepare to be scolded. If I'm going to suffer, you will too."
Inside the office, Ethan locked the door and drew the blinds. He embraced Ashley tenderly and asked, "Darling, let me see your hand. Did you hurt yourself hitting him?"
Ashley pouted, "It stings. Don't touch it—it's dirty. Let me clean it first."
Ethan held her hand as they went to the washroom together.
"Let me help you," he said. "Next time something like this happens, call me. You shouldn't put yourself at risk—what if you'd been hurt?" As he spoke, he gently washed her hands.
"Don't worry. After six years working at the breeding facility, I've developed quite a bit of strength. Plus, I've learned some self-defense. Most people can't handle me."
"Always so stubborn!" Ethan sighed, both exasperated and concerned, pulling her closer into his embrace.
Ashley struggled, "What are you doing? If there's nothing else, I need to get back to work. I haven't finished reviewing the reports, and after work, I need to continue my pharmaceutical work. Twenty-four hours a day isn't enough for me right now."
"Was it Jason who asked you to review last year's reports?"
Ashley remained silent.
Ethan understood immediately. "I knew it was him!"
"Darling, those reports are from last year. They were already summarized at the end of the year. Reviewing them again is just a waste of time—it's meaningless work. You don't need to do it."
"That doesn't seem right. They already dislike me, and if they think I'm neglecting my duties, they'll resent me even more."
"Who dares to dislike you?" Ethan said. "I've ordered Jason to submit comprehensive reports for both last year and this year by noon tomorrow—a task that would take months, not a day. He won't have time to bother you. After tomorrow, I'll dismiss him. Anyone who dares to mistreat my wife is asking for trouble!"
Ashley sighed, "Darling, if you're harsh with him, he'll only hate me more. But it doesn't matter now. I've reviewed most of the materials and can submit the report to him by noon tomorrow."
Ethan's eyes flashed with admiration. "So quickly? You reviewed a year's worth of materials in just a few hours?"
"I don't know why, but I have a photographic memory and can read extremely fast. I'll finish the remaining materials before the end of the day."
Ethan held Ashley tighter, his face full of adoration. "Ypu're truly remarkable."
"Of course I am. Now let me go—I need to finish my work."
"No, you've been so busy these past two days that you've neglected me. I need compensation!"
"Let me up, please."
Ashley playfully struggled in his arms. If anyone saw them embracing like this, they would certainly be shocked.
Ethan smiled mischievously. "I'm not letting go."
"You're impossible."
As they laughed together, their gazes became more intense.
"I've been in here too long. I should go, otherwise..."
Before Ashley could finish, Ethan captured her lips in a kiss.
Lost in the moment, they kissed passionately.
Suddenly, Ashley felt something pressing against her. Coming to her senses, she gently pushed Ethan away, her face flushed and breathing heavy. "Darling, stop, I..."
Before she could finish, Ethan's lips found hers again.
She sighed in resignation, yielding to his desire as he continued to caress her.
Meanwhile, Jason was fuming in his office, barely working, his eyes repeatedly darting to Ethan's office door.
Jason murmured, "It's been half an hour! Why haven't they come out yet?"
Jason waited impatiently, planning to confront Ashley when she emerged. But as the end of the workday approached, she still hadn't appeared.
As employees began leaving, Isabella noticed Jason still at his desk and asked, "Jason, it's quitting time. Why are you still here?"
"Isabella, Ms. White who started with you has quite the talent. She went into Prince Totti's office over two hours ago and still hasn't come out. She's truly shameless."
Isabella glanced toward Ethan's office, a complex emotion flickering in her eyes before her face settled into a smile. "Jason, if you want to keep your job here, focus on your work and stop concerning yourself with others."
Jason believed that Ashley was the one not taking her work seriously.
He was determined to drive her out of the company!
Meanwhile, in the office, the sweet couple remained oblivious to the situation outside. Ashley's face was flushed with embarrassment as she playfully scolded, "Ethan, you've made a mess of my clothes. How am I supposed to face people outside now?"
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