The Billionaire's Genius Wife

A week flew by quickly.

Scarlett had spent most of her time at her office in the past few days because she had to prepare for her trip to Norway to search for her mother. 

She began delegating all office matters to people she trusted before her departure since she could picture she wouldn't be able to lead her IT team during her stay there.

Today, Scarlett also had a meeting with Tyler Park, who had flown in from LA. This marked the first time the four of them — members of the Food Slave Guild — had met since Scarlett moved to this country.

After a long day of meetings, Scarlett decided to gather with all of her Food Slave Guild members, plus their new member, Theodor. The shameless Theodor forced his way into becoming a member. And, because Scarlett was too exhausted to reject him, she finally gave him the green light.

When Scarlett was preparing to leave for the restaurant, she heard a soft knock on the door. She saw Cruz, her assistant, standing in his light blue shirt and white trousers. She could tell from his expression that he was slightly annoyed.

"What is it, Cruz? Why do you look so annoyed, like someone just spat in your coffee?" She playfully asked as she got up from her seat, grabbed her bag, and walked towards the door.

Cruz took a deep breath before saying, "Boss, it seems like our lunch gathering will be canceled again..." he said.

"Why canceled? Is someone unable to make it today? Who?" Scarlett stopped in her tracks right in front of Cruz, looking puzzled.

"Not them, boss, but you..."

"What the hell are you trying to say?" She snapped. "I'm ready now. Let's go!"

Cruz chuckled as he looked at the annoyed Scarlett, "Well... Boss, someone came to see you. He's in the waiting room."

Scarlett was slightly surprised to hear that. She wasn't expecting to meet someone today.

"Who?"

"Rex Morrison!"

Scarlett's eyes widened in surprise. She hadn't expected Rex to show up so soon after she called him last night. This means he has been in this city since last night.

Seeing Scarlett's excitement upon hearing Rex Morrison's name, Cruz could only smile bitterly.

"Boss, I'll call Rex to come into this room..." said Cruz as he walked out of the room. But before he left, Scarlett stopped him.

"Cruz, there's no need. I'll meet him now. And I'll join you guys at the restaurant." Scarlett said and walked past Cruz.

"Huh!? Boss... so we're still going to have our gathering today?" Cruz asked eagerly.

"Yes! Arrange a spot for Rex. He'll be joining us this time," she said, waving her hand as she walked toward Rex.

"Yes, boss!" Cruz said happily. He immediately got busy calling the restaurant while watching Scarlett leave and enter the elevator with Rex.

...

Scarlett walked beside Rex toward the elevator. She was stunned when she looked at him; he appeared even more handsome. His face had a radiant glow, and his hair was neatly styled.

They hadn't seen each other in months. The last time they had met was in City X when they had captured Jude Withers. So much has happened since then. 

She wanted to tell him many things, but for some reason, she felt that the distance between them was growing wider and wider. Moreover, they lived on two different continents, so their communication had become increasingly rare.

Rex had been busy managing his company and The Fox. At the same time, she had been preoccupied with her sorrow over losing her unborn child and trying to refocus herself on searching for her mother and Carter's medical treatment.

Now, seeing Rex here, she couldn't help but want to talk to him about everything, just as they used to.

"Brother... You know what?" Scarlett narrowed her eyes, looking at Rex as they entered the elevator. "—Ever since you got a girlfriend, you've completely forgotten about me!"

"Stop talking nonsense. No one forgets about you, silly girl!" Rex chuckled as he glanced at her.

Scarlett ignored his playful laugh and asked with her still annoyed voice, "Since when have you been here? Why didn't you inform me?" her eyes narrowed at him. 

"It's been three days," Rex said with a smile. He knew she would be annoyed, so he had come to meet her immediately without bothering to explain to her last night that he was actually in the city.

"Did my sister-in-law have some time off?" She asked curiously, assuming that Rex must be spending his time with Casey Adams.

"Hmm, she did. But she's back filming today and will be busy for a while. That's why I didn't tell you. I was just about to meet you today, but you happened to call me last night." Rex explained. 

Scarlett rolled her eyes upon hearing his words. 

"Casey sends greetings to you. She said she will meet you soon..." Rex added when he noticed that she was still annoyed.

"Well, I don't think I'll be able to meet her soon. I'm flying to Norway as planned after Xander's birthday," she said and walked toward her car, noticing that Logan was already waiting for her.

"Brother, there's a lot I want to talk to you about, but now I have to go to the restaurant to meet the others. You can join us, and we can continue chatting in the car..." Scarlett offered.

"I'll join you," Rex said quickly. He also wanted to discuss their plans for the Norway trip.

"What about your car?" Scarlett frowned before getting into her car.

"It's okay. I'll ask my driver to go back..." he said as he sat beside her. He glanced at Logan, seated behind the wheel, as if he wanted to signal him to start driving.

After sending a text to the driver, Rex turned to Scarlett.

"Sister, since last night, I've arranged everything in Norway. They will provide our residence and people who will help us trace your mother—" his voice trailed off as if he were afraid of Logan overhearing their conversation.

Scarlett could sense his concern; she explained, "It's okay. Logan knows everything. He will also join us in Norway..."