Chapter 9 Sly As A Fox Kelly's POV +25 BONUS " What's the problem ? " I coldly asked Hayley after I reached the studio . She's now panicking . Her assistant called me saying there's a problem involving Lexi , our new model and our professional make - up artist . She swallowed hard . " Miss Monroe , Miss Lexi refused to do the photoshoot today . She had an argument with our make - up artist and she insisted on finding a new one . " I sucked my breath and started massaging the bridge of my nose . I saw Lexi sitting comfortably with a frown on her face . Pierce and I were in the middle of divorce proceedings , but cutting the bond between us wasn't as easy as it could have been , especially when we both valued the family and the company . Still , working with Lexi was the last thing I wanted . I really wanted to tear the face of that evil witch , but business wasn't child's play . I'd got a whole bunch of employees under me waiting for their paychecks , and I'd got to stay professional . Without further ado , I walked towards Lexi and stood in front of her . She lifted her face and looked at me with disgust . Her eyes were already judging me right after she saw me standing in front of her . 12- " You cannot throw a fit here and do whatever you want , mexi . " ར་ རང་ཤི་ ་ ད་ ག་ She shot an eyebrow up and slowly crossed her legs . She shooed her personal assistant and smirked like a b * tch ? I see you're mad because your boss , slash best friend , is going crazy over me again . " " I am professional , Kelly . I just don't like your stupid make - up artist . " I tried so hard to ignore what she said . I took a deep breath and looked her in the eyes . " Act like 11 ) " Hmm ? Acting I shook my head and reminded her , " Then you should talk us in advance or bring your own makeup artist . If it delays the shooting process , you will be in breach of contract and we can ask for compensation . " I gave an ultimatum and turned my back on her . I was about to leave when she spoke again … e não pica ment " Pierce knows this , you know ? He allowed me to do whatever I wanted . " Annoyed , I faced her again . " What did you say ? " She faked a smile and turned her back . I gritted my teeth as she walked towards the dressing " . My blood was boiling in anger when I went back to the company . I went straight to Pierce's office and saw him sitting on his swivel chair while massaging his temple . I slammed the door but he didn't lift his face . He took a deep breath and spoke . " What is it , Kelly ? " He knew that I was the one who came ? Nevermind ! I'm not here for that anyway . I marched in front of his table and pressed my palms against the table , bending forward a little . " Lexi is acting like a b * tch during the photoshoot , Pierce . She had an argument with our make - up artist and refused to give us a filing Changing the model on the fly is enough of a hassle , and she's still making us more problems . " He slowly lifted his face and I was taken aback when I realized how close our faces are . I swallowed hard and withdrew my position I stood in front of him as I felt my heart racing . d * mn it ! " Not now , Kels . My head is aching . " My forehead creased . " My head is also aching , Pierce . Your b * tch of a woman is trying to provoke me . " " Kelly , please ! I already have much on my plate . Lexi has just been back and it's normal to be sensitive in a brand new environment Could you show some empathy and stop calling Lexi names ? Please ! " 1/3 Chapter 9 Sly As A Fox +25 BONUS He was looking at my face with frustration and anger . He's never yelled at me like that . It's not that we've never had a disagreement , but he's never been this out of temper . And now , just after a few days that witch returned , he had changed so much . He never defended me so fiercely , even during our marriage . I balled my fists as I felt tears form in my eyes . His expression immediately softened when he seemed to realize what he said . He pulled himself up and walked towards me . I moved away and forced my tears back when he attempted to touch my arm . He sighed . " I'm sorry for raising my voice . I'm just … really stressed today . We just signed the divorce papers and Dad's already threatening . And Grams . You know her . She won't talk to me ever again once she learns that our divorce is already in process . " I looked away and sucked my breath . He's right , that's a big problem . However , it couldn't cover the truth that his so - called first love is spreading darkness in the studio . I can't believe he allowed this to happen . N " I'll talk to Lexi again . I agreed to work with her on her terms because you know , her popularity would be a great help to us . Don't worry about her . " turned my back and walked towards the door . Before I opened it , I spoke again … " I'm gonna get my things later . I'll move out today . " " Kels , don't add more salt to the wound . I'm still trying to figure out how to tell my family . Don't make a push me to the cliff . " nove that would Annoyed , I faced him . " The divorce is in process , Pierce . Don't you think it's too shameless for me to stay in your house ? " " Kels … " His eyes were hooded and he looked sick . I just shook my head and turned my back on him . I'm planning to completely exit his life and cut all my connections with him but when I opened the door , I felt like my heart almost stopped beating . Standing in front of me was Pierce's younger sister . She was standing frozen behind the door and when she looked at me , tears cascaded down her cheeks . " Y - You're leaving my brother ? " I sucked my breath . " Phoebe … " my She's just 16 years old and she's very close to me . She's also like my younger sister and I treasure her too . She sobbed and turned her back . I was so shocked when she suddenly ran away . Pierce appeared behind me and looked at me with a worried face . " Why is she here ? She should be at school , " Pierce asked . I shook my head . " I don't know ! " " d * mn it " " He cursed and started running . I closed the door of his office and followed him . I want to run too but that would be dangerous for my baby . When I reached the entrance of the building , I talked to the guard and he immediately told me where Phoebe went I kept on looking around as I walked around the vicinity . I'm worried about Phoebe . I can't believe she would hear that d * mn ! I shouldn't have said that . " Phoebe ! " I called as I looked at everyone on the street . My eyes widened when I spotted her . She's running and Pierce is after her . My eyes widened even more when I saw a car approaching when Phoebe crossed the street . " PHOEBE " " I screamed and ran as Pierce ran after her too . My heart almost stopped beating when I thought the car would hit Pierce who hugged Phoebe . I screamed in fear and was 2/3 Chapter 9 Sly As A Fox +25 BONUS almost breathless when the car stopped on time . The driver cursed Pierce and he just ignored him while checking on his sister . I walked towards them with shaking hands . Pierce brought Phoebe to the sidewalk and I immediately squatted in front of her . " Phoebe , why did you do that ? That's so dangerous . " She sobbed and shook her head . She pushed her brother who was trying to hold her in place . " You are leaving my brother . You two are liars . You told me you will never leave each other . You lied to me . You lied to us ! You said you were in love ! " I looked down and bit my bottom lip . I don't know what to say . I can't even look at Phoebe . From the Pierce called their family driver . When the car came , Phoebe immediately ran to the car , still crying and angry . I stood on the sidewalk watching the car leave and disappear from my sight . Pierce stood back beside me and looked at me . corner of my eyes , I saw him staring at my face . " Kels … " He seemed to want to say something to me but my blood boiled in anger again when I heard that voice . familiar annoying D " Pierce , I was just about to go to your office . " Lexi got out of her car and smiled at us . A fake smile to me . " You seemed to leave your tie at my place . I thought I'd return it to you sooner so your good wife wouldn't get misunderstood . Tss ! Was that witch hinting at me that Pierce was with her the whole last night ? 4 фин I turned my back and walked out without any interest in hearing what sweet moments they had shared . It's none of my business now . d * mn , I won't stay in this hell long . I hope that b * tch falls into a manhole soon . 3/3 Chapter 16 A House Without a Home +25 BONUS Chapter 10 A House Without a Home