Chapter 51 - 51 51 Guessed Right

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51: Chapter 51: Guessed Right 51: Chapter 51: Guessed Right When Gina Lopez got to the company, she still made a call to Emma Davis, telling her that James Brown had sent her on a job, so she wouldn’t be able to punch in today. With the boss’s explanation, Emma Davis naturally couldn’t count it as James Brown skipping work, but she did wonder about it. It turned out that James really was Mr. Lopez’s man. Otherwise, Gina Lopez wouldn’t be calling in sick for him personally. It seemed like she really should not underestimate this James Brown. The personnel relationships within the company were much like those in government departments. As a leader, you always had to try and figure out what those above you were thinking. If you accidentally offended the higher-ups, you would definitely be in trouble later. Even though Gina Lopez had always been fair in her work as the boss, she had never arranged for her own people before, so it was best to be careful with James Brown. Gina Lopez didn’t intend to disturb James Brown, but his phone still rang early on. James Brown was sleeping soundly. He really hadn’t slept well the night before. Even though not sleeping all night was no big deal for someone with his constitution, he had gotten used to the comfortable life in the city in nearly three months. Not sleeping was somewhat uncomfortable. Glancing at the phone number, it was Sarah Grandy’s, and checking the time, he couldn’t help but smile wryly as he picked up. From the other end came Sarah Grandy’s voice, “Uncle, why haven’t you come yet?” James Brown yawned and said, “I didn’t sleep well last night. I’m going to the company later. You go to school by yourself.” “Stupid Uncle, you’re so inconsiderate. You don’t go to work and you don’t even tell me, causing me to wait for ages. I’m going to be late.” “Sorry, and besides, I’m moving out in a couple of days. You’ll have to go to school on your own anyway.” “Hmph, not talking to you anymore.” Sarah Grandy said huffily before hanging up the phone. James Brown tossed his phone aside and then collapsed back onto the bed to continue his deep sleep. It was already past work time, and Gina Lopez hadn’t called him, which obviously meant she was grateful and letting him rest at home. With the boss backing him up, he naturally could take the day off. However, before he was asleep for long, his phone rang again, and this time it was Emily Lopez’s number, which made James Brown somewhat annoyed. He answered the call and said, “Emily, what’s wrong?” Emily Lopez giggled and said, “Brother-in-law, are you at work?” “No, I’m at home sleeping. Your sister had a fever last night, and I took care of her. I’m catching up on some sleep now.” “Ah, my sister had a fever? How is she now?” “She’s fine, gone to work. Emily, if there’s nothing important, I’m hanging up. I’m dead tired.” “Wait, Brother-in-law, hehe, I think you’re working too hard. Such a drag.” “Emily, I’m at your sister’s place right now. Do you need to try the landline to check?” Emily Lopez laughed, “No need at all. So let me ask you, Brother-in-law, since you’re living with my sister, does that mean you’ve already slept together?” James Brown’s face fell. He hadn’t expected Emily Lopez to ask such a question, but then he had an awkward thought and said, “While I’m with your sister, you know what she’s like. She wouldn’t agree to that easily. So, we’re still innocent. The last time I went back, she let me stay in the same room with her just to reassure our uncle and aunt. In fact, nothing has happened between us.” Emily Lopez exclaimed in surprise, “No way? You two are really dating!” James Brown breathed a sigh of relief, knowing his guess was correct. Emily Lopez must have realized that he and Gina Lopez weren’t that close, so she always assumed their relationship was fake. He said, “Of course, we are dating. What else would it be?” “It’s so boring, boring to death.” Emily Lopez was clearly very disappointed. James Brown chuckled, “I think it’s not too bad. These things should happen naturally.” “There are still men like you nowadays. My sister really struck gold, sigh…” “Alright, Emily, I’ve told you the truth. seaʀᴄh thё novёlF~ire.net website on Google to access chapters of novels early and in the highest quality. You don’t have to keep investigating us. It’s making me nervous. I’m scared that I’ll give you the wrong idea, and I don’t dare go out at night. Just give me a few days off.” “Okay, okay, I won’t bother you anymore. So, Brother-in-law, you can’t forget to do what you promised me.” “Rest assured, if I’ve promised you something, I’ll definitely do it.” “I knew Brother-in-law was the best, hehe. Here’s to you getting my sister soon, haha…” Emily Lopez’s mood changed quickly, from being depressed to becoming happy again. After chatting for a bit more, she finally hung up the phone. Fortunately, Emily Lopez didn’t call back right away. After James Brown had packed up his things, he gave Gina Lopez a call before leaving her place. “I’m leaving now.” “What do you mean you’re leaving?” Gina Lopez was sitting in the office reviewing documents when she heard James’s abrupt statement, immediately asking with confusion. “Sandra won’t bother us anymore.” “Why? Did you tell her the truth?” Gina suddenly exclaimed. “No…” James Brown repeated the conversation he had had with Emily Lopez to Gina Lopez. Gina Lopez felt very embarrassed after listening but also relieved that her sister would believe it. She said, “Then I owe you one. But if I need your help again, please be there for me.” “No problem, as long as I’m not tied up like this every day. Call me anytime if there’s anything else.” “Alright…” Gina Lopez was about to hang up the phone but then she remembered James hadn’t come to work today. She quickly said, “I’ve already asked for a day off for you today. Get some good rest and come back to work tomorrow. I’ll handle things with Sandra.” After all, she was an executive and quickly adjusted her mindset. Now James Brown was feeling relaxed, whistling as he left Gina Lopez’s house. But when he closed the door behind him, he unexpectedly felt a bit reluctant to leave. Shaking his head and smiling, he thought that even though Gina Lopez was great, she wasn’t the woman he needed. So he left her place nonchalantly and headed to his own home. Lying in his own bed was indescribably comfortable. Just as he was about to shut his eyes and take a good nap, there was a knock at the door, which left him incredibly frustrated. What was going on today that he just couldn’t get some sleep? He was tempted to ignore it, but then he heard the voice of the flight attendant, Emily Jenkins, outside: “Big Brother Brown, open the door, it’s me, Emily Jenkins.” James Brown had no choice but to get up and open the door, only to see Emily Jenkins standing there with a smile, holding a box in her hand. “This is for you.” Emily Jenkins pushed the box towards James Brown. “For me?” James Brown was surprised, seeing the beautiful flight attendant. This was the first time he had received a gift from a woman since returning to YODC City. “Yeah, I went on a trip and saw a nice men’s watch in a shop there. I noticed you didn’t have a watch, so I bought one for you.” James Brown took the box, saying, “You really thought of me, huh? Well, I won’t be shy then. Come in and sit down.” Emily Jenkins, with her hands behind her back, followed James Brown into his house. He gestured for her to sit on the couch, saying, “Thanks for thinking of bringing me a gift.” Emily Jenkins playfully stuck out her tongue and said, “I’m just bribing you so I can come over for a meal at your place in the future.” “You’re pretty blunt, but since you gave me a gift, I guess I have to let you come over for meals. I won’t feel bad about accepting your gift now.” “Exactly, try it on and see if it fits. If it doesn’t, I can get you a different one next time I fly out.” James Brown took out the watch. It was black, somewhat similar to a Rado, and while he didn’t know much about watches, he had met plenty of wealthy people to realize that this watch must be a high-quality replica and wouldn’t be too expensive. That put his mind at ease. After putting it on, he laughed and said, “Not bad, I’m a ‘watch brother’ now.” “Lisa Smith, the original ‘watch brother’, actually has lots of them. You only have one; looks like I’ll need to buy you a few more.” “That’s alright, one is enough. By the way, I just got home. How did you know to knock on my door?” “I came back yesterday, but every time I knocked, you weren’t home. I just heard you opening the door, so I knew you were back and came to find you. Also, I haven’t eaten since last night. I’m starving.” James Brown felt both amused and exasperated, saying, “Seems like you really do think of this place as a diner. But there’s nothing to eat at home, I’ll go out and buy something.” It looked like he wouldn’t get to sleep after all; having received the watch from Emily Jenkins, he decided to cook her a meal. “I’m coming too!” Emily Jenkins immediately exclaimed excitedly.

Chapter 51 - 51 51 Guessed Right

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