Chapter 14 The dinner party began , and Kenyon and Thelma , as the newlyweds , made a round of toasts . Soon , it was the turn of the group where Marlene was seated . Thelma had noticed early on that ever since Marlene appeared , Kenyon's gaze had been fixed on her . So Thelma spoke up first , " It seems Ken really is a good boss . Marlene even came all the way here to congratulate him after leaving the company . " Marlene stood up , showing a professional smile . " Mr. Burt is a good boss , Ms. Glyn . Congratulations to you and Mr. Burt , I wish you a lifetime of happiness together . " As she spoke , Marlene raised her glass , the crimson liquid sliding down her throat in one swift motion . " Marlene , is this your boyfriend ? How long have you been together ? When the good news comes , remember to let me and Ken know . We'll definitely get you a wonderful gift . " There were quite a few people at the table who knew Marlene , and some who knew Alaric as well . They all chimed in , saying how well - matched the two were . " A talented man and a beautiful woman , both tall and good - looking . Their children will surely be beautiful too . The more I look , the more perfect they seem together . " " Marlene , you and Alaric are the same age , right ? Isn't that a coincidence ? 0.00 % 08 26 Chapter 14 It must mean you two are destined for each other ." " How long have you been together ? You're not getting any younger , maybe it's time to settle down . " 1268 Mouchers Everyone present was laughing heartily , except for Kenyon , whose gaze was dark and frightening . The next second , Kenyon slammed his glass down and grabbed Marlene's wrist , dragging her away . " Come with me . " This scene drew everyone's attention . Marlene struggled all the way , but Kenyon's strength was intimidating . " Kenyon , you're hurting me ! Let go ! Let go ! " Marlene stumbled along , then was pulled by Kenyon and thrown directly into the car . Before she could get up , his tall figure pressed down on her . Kenyon gripped Marlene's chin , his tone unable to hide his anger . " Break up with him ! " Compared to Kenyon's fury , Marlene was remarkably calm . She smiled , " Mr. Burt , if I remember correctly , today is your wedding day . You left your bride to drag your former secretary around ? " " Kenyon , it's been over between us for a long time . I'm neither your bed partner nor your secretary now . What right do you have to order me around ? " Watching the anger in Kenyon's eyes build and surge , Marlene's lips curled into a cold smile . " Kenyon , you're married now, yet you're still entangled with me . It only makes you look pathetic . " Kenyon gritted his teeth , his gaze sinister . He stared at Marlene's moving V 28.31 % 08 26 Chapter 14 lips , and only one thought remained in his mind : to silence her . He ruthlessly stole all her breath . Faced with his out - of - control kiss , Marlene kept pounding him with all her strength . Only then did he realize that he had thought he would be the one in control of this relationship , but the truth proved him wrong . Marlene was far more ruthless and resolute than he had imagined . 200 Woodteca A phone rang nearby , interrupting the rough kiss . Kenyon picked up the phone , and Marlene saw the name on the screen . Thelma . " Kenyon , you need to come back right now. You'd better give me an explanation for what happened today ! " The sound of the call reached Marlene's ears as well . She wiped the red moisture from the corner of her mouth , her lips curling into a cold smile . " Mr. Burt , your wife is looking for you . " Kenyon pressed his thin lips together , his jaw tense like a drawn blade . He stared intently at Marlene , realizing that she had seen through all the baseness in his heart . And he could only be such a base man . Three seconds later , Kenyon got out of the car, slamming the door with a loud bang . Marlene watched Kenyon's figure disappear at the hotel entrance . She got out of the car and habitually reached into her pocket for a cigarette . But before she could take a puff , the cigarette between her fingers was taken away by a hand . " Smoke less , it's bad for your health . " Marlene looked at Alaric beside her , unsure how much he had seen . 5 % 12 % 08 26 Chapter 14 With a delicate smile on her red lips , Marlene glanced at Alaric and hooked her finger . " Do you know how to kiss ? " " What ? " Before Alaric could react , Marlene had already wrapped her arms around his neck and kissed him . Amidst the sounds of intimacy , Marlene caught sight of Kenyon not far away , still lingering . She kissed Alaric even more fiercely .