Chapter 24 She had no energy for their drama . Rhett's condition mattered far more than this petty conflict . " No wonder Mr. Anderson was helping Mrs. Pittman at the auction . Turns out … " Samantha murmured , her eyes narrowing with cunning . She left the implication hanging , a smirk playing on her lips . Justin felt a burst of uncontrollable anger at her insinuation . His eyes widened , burning with rage . Veins bulged on his forehead . Unable to contain his fury any longer , he lunged forward and seized Joshua's collar fiercely . do to my you wife ? " His knuckles turned white from the hard grip . He slightly trembled with fury as he roared , " Joshua , what did " Whatever Mr. Pittman did to your secretary , I did the same , " Joshua replied smilingly , a teasing glint in his eyes . He emphasized the word ' secretary " and raised his eyebrows slightly , giving Samantha a meaningful look . Justin's furious expression faltered when he heard Joshua's response . His eyes widened as he opened his mouth to retort , but no words came out . His throat seemed to have closed up . Memories of his own indiscretions with Samantha flooded his mind , bringing a wave of guilt . Joshua's calm reply left Justin's anger with no outlet , making it burn even hotter . " Justin , let go , " Emelia said , disgusted by his outburst . This is a hotel , not some place for you to throw tantrums . " She saw no need to explain her situation with Joshua to the man who had betrayed her . Yet she couldn't bear to see Joshua suffer unjustly because of her . Justin studied Emelia's puffy red eyes and exhausted face , and a strange unease came over him . Suddenly , realization struck . " Emmy , " he demanded , " did he force you to do something? " His hands clenched into fists as he swung at Joshua . " You bastard ! " he shouted , throwing the punch with all his strength . Menu