Mistaken Match: Marrying the Enigmatic CEO by Ruby Fennimore

Chapter 858 Emmanuel’s Assurance
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Emmanuel understood Nathan’s temperament well. Opting for a direct conversation and offering him some benefits appeared to
be the most effective approach.
“What? You’re leaving Yeringham for a few days?”
After returning home that evening, Mackenzie was genuinely surprised upon hearing Emmanuel’s words.
Within four days, Terence Group urgently needed a collaborative partner for extraction processing; otherwise, they would incur
substantial breach-of-contract penalties, putting them at risk of bankruptcy. And yet, Emmanuel wanted to leave at this crucial
moment?
“Yeah, Mackenzie. You’ve got to trust me. I’ll sort out this situation for you!”
Emmanuel couldn’t divulge too much. His identity had to remain undisclosed to her.
There were two compelling reasons for this.
Firstly, missions at or above the S-level in the Northern Territory had to be kept confidential. If leaked, the person responsible
had to personally eliminate the informant.
Secondly, he was reluctant to explicitly involve Mackenzie in missions in the Northern Territory to minimize the risks she might
face.
“Emmanuel, whatever method you’ve got to help me, you really don’t have to do this!”
Mackenzie said earnestly, “I can handle this situation!”
She had grown accustomed to him being by her side, from driving her to and from work to cooking meals and chatting with her...
She vividly remembered the restlessness she felt when he wasn’t around, nearly losing sleep over it. Therefore, she genuinely
didn’t want him to leave her.
Upon seeing her expression, Emmanuel walked up to her with a serious look and gently placed his hand on her shoulder.

Over time, he had come to perceive this gesture as entirely natural.
“Mackenzie, listen to me.”
As soon as Emmanuel spoke, his slightly magnetic voice captivated her.
“I know you’re smart and capable. You’re an outstanding and remarkable woman. But as a husband, I should do my best to ease
my wife’s burden, cherish her, and protect her. It’s my responsibility and my right!”
What a fool!
Mackenzie was once again deeply moved by his words.
It was the same sweet talk, but coming from him, it carried a distinct resonance that set it apart from what she had heard from
other men.
When others spoke similarly, it often came across as cheesy or even repulsive, but Emmanuel, with his sincere gaze, possessed
an unparalleled impact that made it impossible for her to refuse.
Is he really the loser who had failed miserably on eighteen blind dates?
“Well, do whatever you want. Just come back soon!”
Mackenzie didn’t bother asking where he was going. If he wished to go, he was free to do so.
If he wanted to be a responsible husband, she could be a generous wife and not restrict his freedom.
“Yeah, I’ll be back by your side as soon as possible!”
Emmanuel nodded. His gaze inadvertently fixated on Mackenzie’s soft, crimson lips, reminiscent of ripe and glistening
strawberries.
He wanted to give them a peck, but a sudden recollection of the awkward scene from the previous night mad him hesitate for a
moment.
Unable to tolerate his indecisiveness, Mackenzie took matters into her own hands and pressed his head down.

The moment their lips touched, Emmanuel was caught off guard as if a hundred thousand volts of electricity had surged through
him. His eyes widened instantly.
Both of them had wide-open eyes, and there was no hint of a romantic atmosphere.
After two seconds, Mackenzie pushed him away coldly.
Turning away, she realized her heart was pounding. Am I losing my mind? How could I have done such a foolish thing? What if
he misunderstands my intentions and decides to take advantage of me? I won’t have any valid reason to refuse him then!
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