Mummy I got you a new husband

KARL’S POV

Still smiling mischievously, I took my stuff and walked out of the office, followed by Max. As we walked out, he asked what I wanted to do, and I turned to stare for a while, wondering if it was necessary to divulge my intentions. I decided it wasn’t, and stepped away towards the door. He appeared to have picked up on the idea that I did not want to say anything just now and followed me as we went, giving me a cynical, suspicious expression.

“It is time to put an end to this.” I whispered once we exited the office. I was irritated by the recurring suspicions and speculations, so it felt like the best option was to put an end to it all as soon as possible.

I was feeling uneasy because my firm was already losing money and earning a negative reputation and I needed to do something about it. I could not risk tarnishing the Rutherford reputation because of Claire. In my heart, I wished Sophie was still at the door, just to make things easier and put a stop to it all once and for all.

“I hope you are certain about this?” Max said as he followed me, and I turned to look at him with a scrowl on my face, not sure what he meant. I paused as we exited the office.

“Are you doubting my capabilities?” I sighed as I responded to his queries. “What does he intend by that?” I muttered and moaned as I went away. Max, sensing my annoyance, sprinted after me and went on to clarify what he meant.

“I am sorry; I was simply looking out for you. He responded, but already agitated by what was going on, I disregarded him and observed my Secretary’s suspicious stare as we went; she had her reasons, as Davis was always with me at the office.

“You should be finished with the files by the end of today. I shouted at her as she turned her head, pretending to be preoccupied with work.

“Do not worry about it; you have done enough.” I answered to Max as I proceeded down the corridor. I heard some employees murmuring among themselves, and I was certain they were talking about the divorce. Everyone immediately acted as though they were preoccupied with their job as soon as they saw me. I groaned and shook my head as I watched them pretend to be conversing about nothing.

I was not going to be bothered by their attitude; I was Karl Rutherford, and they could all go to hell for all I cared.

I was the boss, and I was going to let them know it.

As soon as the reporters caught a glimpse of me at the entry, they hurried over to where I was to ask questions. I was ready to answer their questions, but first I wanted to find Sophie. I signalled for Max to quiet everyone while I searched for her.

“Where is she?” I grumbled, glancing around the throng for her but could not seem to find her anywhere on the grounds. The security guards quickly ran to where I was attempting to direct the reporters away from me. It appeared that they had suddenly realised their duties, which irritated me even more.

“You guys allowed them in, and now you want to defend me?” I sighed and kept looking around. Max addressed the audience and I inquired about Sophie’s location as I called on the security.

“What about the lady from this morning?” I inquired, hoping for good news that somehow resilience had prevailed and she had not left, but his response weakened me because my strategy was heavily reliant on Sophie’s presence.

” She left shortly afterwards.”He answered, and I felt weaker, and because my expectations had been dashed, I decided to reveal that the rumours were genuine. I think I was bored of the hide and seek games.

” It was best to tell everyone the truth, I was a Rutherford afterwards.” I whispered to myself, convincing myself that it would be no big issue. I advertised family values and was focused on family-oriented items. Having the news of failing at the same thing I emphasised was just one more reason I needed Sophie because I did not want the divorce to be public. I was going to ignore the repercussions and carry out the necessary actions.

I cleared my mind and moved up to Max; the reporters were quickly asking a lot of questions, and I wanted to respond to them.

Max gazed at me, doubtful of my plans. I signalled for him to relax and gave me the opportunity to address them.

“Is it true that you and Claire got separated?” I heard one of the reporters inquire.

“What is going to happen with your son now?” Another person inquired, and I cleared my voice to speak with them.

“Good day, everyone.” As I spoke, the premises fell silent as everyone turned their attention to me.

“First and foremost, you have no right to be on my property, and I could call the cops and sue you all for trespassing.” As I spoke, I noticed they gazed at me with shivers down their spine. My barritone voice on the voice enhancers echoed throughout the building, and everyone looked at me terrified.

However, I have made the decision to be good today, and I will be completely honest with you all. Concerning the rumours…” The car’s incessant honking abruptly stopped meand everyone turned to look at the car. It was a modest Jeep, and after conversing with whoever appeared to be the driver, the security personnel let them onto the grounds.

They were happy, as if they knew who was entering the premises. I had resolved to fire them for allowing the car drive in and disrupting my speech. I was simply going to be cool until I saw who it was.

The car halted, and everyone turned to stare at who it was.

An elegant and gorgeous woman came out of the car, and I immediately realised it seemed to be my Ex- Wife.

” Claire?” I wondered why she had come, especially at this time. Her prior texts made no mention of returning, and I was perplexed as to what all of this meant. She strolled up to where I was, and everyone gazed at her with adoration. She was stunningly beautiful and charming.

She kissed my cheek and whispered something into my ears. I could not seem to hide my amazement at what I heard.

“I guess we have a deal, Rutherford?” She spoke quietly into my eyes, and my eyes widened in surprise as I realised who it was.

“Who would have guessed that that low-life could pull this off?” As everyone looked, she began to address them.

“My husband and I have heard the rumours, and you can see that they are not true, therefore I hope you all have a wonderful day.”

Max was as astonished as I was, and he made no attempt to disguise it as he stared at us bewildered.

“She is relentless.” I muttered as she spoke. I could not help staring in amazement.Belongs © to NôvelDrama.Org.