Chapter 37 +25 BONUS Emma always acted as if she were superior and set apart from others , hinting at a special relationship with Mr.

Yates .

Yet how could she not know he took private jets for business trips ? Emily , by contrast , was far more modest and polite .

The gossip about Mr.

Yates , Emily , and Emma had spread all around the secretary team .

Being on the same floor as the CEOs office , they had access to all the juicy details .

Alright , Ill give him a call and ask , Emma replied , trying to look casual .

The secretary left the lounge .

It was only today that Emma learned Justin would be traveling to Bay City for business .

She had rushed over at noon in hopes of joining him , only to find out he had already left .

Emma dialed Justins number .

After just two rings , he picked up .

Justin , why didnt you take me along on your business trip ? she pouted , a hint of complaint in her voice .

I wanted to be with you .

I dont feel safe without you nearby .

On the other end , Justin rubbed his forehead , sounding a bit weary .

Emma had changed in the past three years .

She had become clingy .

He understood her need for reassurance after disappearing overseas for three years , and he had been patient with her emotional needs .

But he couldnt ignore his work entirely .

Emma , be good .

Ill be back from Bay City in two days .

Justins tone was gentle but firm .

Your health isnt good , and long flights are hard on you .

Listen to the nutritionist , eat well , and put on a bit of weight while Im gone .

Be a good girl , alright ? Hearing Justins comforting tone , Emma felt content .

Alright , then .

Ill listen to you and wait for you to come home ! The call ended .

Zac , who had been listening nearby , imitated Justin , exaggerating his tone .

You better listen to the nutritionist , eat a bit more , and be a good girl , alright ? He shuddered afterward , clearly amused and disgusted .

Justin , doesnt it give you chills when she talks in that syrupy tone ? he asked , mimicking her tone again .

Justin gave Zac a sidelong look .

If youre in such a hurry to meet your end , I can make it happen .

Zac quickly made himself scarce .

After hanging up , Emma turned around , only to come face to face with Justins mother , Heidi Yates , who was staring at her in shock and disbelief .

Emmas heels clicked as she stepped slowly toward Heidi , a smirk on her face that didnt reach her eyes .

With a hint of defiance , she offered a greeting .

My future mother in law , long time no see ! Who do you think youre calling your future mother in law ? Dont address me like that ! Heidi snapped , her entire posture tense with wariness and distaste .

Every fiber of Heidis being seemed to bristle with disgust at the sight of Emma .

7/2 Chapter 37 +25 BONUS That morning , Heidi had visited Mr.

Yates Sr.

at the care facility , where the familys butler casually mentioned that Justin had brought Emma along to see him .

After disappearing for three years in the Merika State , how had Emma suddenly reappeared ? And why was she still involved with Justin ? She even had the nerve to visit Mr.

Yates Sr.

? Unable to accept it , Heidi had gone straight to the company to confront Justin .

Instead , she ended up overhearing Emmas nauseatingly sweet phone call with her son .

It made her stomach churn .

How could Emma spew such shamelessly sugary nonsense without the slightest hint of embarrassment ? Emma , however , seemed completely unfazed by Heidis reaction , her smile growing even sweeter but her eyes told a very different story .