Substitute Wife, Genius CEO novel Chapter 47

It was an executive change announcement published on the Sterling Group's official website.

Xavier frowned. Who authorized the release of this notice?

Even if Summer had gone to HR to process her resignation, it still required his final signature. He had originally planned to bury the paperwork and suppress the news entirely.

"What's wrong?" Seeing his dark expression, Lily leaned in to look. "Xavier, if you don't want her to quit, just have the website take it down."

Feigning indifference, Xavier locked his screen and took Lily's hand. "I'm just worried my grandfather will see the notice and make trouble for you. Besides, when it comes time for you to give birth and do your postpartum recovery, you won't be able to juggle work. I never actually intended for her to leave permanently. Even if she had to step down, it should have been after you finished your recovery. That way, you'd have no lingering worries and could focus entirely on your career."

Every single one of Xavier's decisions revolved entirely around Lily's well-being.

A profound sweetness filled Lily's heart. "So what do we do now? The announcement is already out."

"It's fine," Julian chimed in dismissively. "If you're putting on a show, you have to go all the way. The more real it feels, the more panicked she'll get. People only learn to cherish things once they lose them. Either way, she'll be back."

Xavier remained silent, but he undoubtedly shared that exact thought.

The smile in Lily's eyes grew brighter and brighter.

Unaware of the disgusting schemes brewing in their heads, Summer drove to the hospital to discharge Leo.

She returned to South Bay Manor, the residence she had shared with Xavier.

The tulips in the villa's garden were in full bloom, swaying gracefully in the breeze. A faint, sweet fragrance lingered in the air.

Tulips weren't supposed to bloom in autumn, but with enough money, anything was possible.

Xavier had spent an exorbitant amount to ensure this batch flourished during the golden autumn, creating a spectacular sea of flowers.

Summer indifferently withdrew her gaze and turned to Mrs. Gable in the back seat. "Find someone to rip out all the tulips. Don't leave a single one."

"Huh?" Mrs. Gable's jaw dropped in shock. "Ma'am, aren't tulips your favorite? Mr. Sterling had them planted specifically for you."

Summer let out a mocking laugh and shook her head. "No, my favorites are sunflowers."

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