I'm the Obsession of My Cold-Hearted Ex novel Chapter 436

Chapter 436 A Selfish Desire

When Ellis saw Maxwell, she smiled and said, “Mr. Maxwell, I’m ready.”

Maxwell had seen Ellis in a dress before.

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But this time, with the hem of her skirt swaying lightly and her entire presence free from the usual constraints of work, she appeared effortlessly elegant. Her relaxed confidence made her especially striking, subtly quickening the heartbeat of anyone who looked her way.

His expression remained perfectly composed, so composed that Ellis couldn’t detect even the slightest trace of anything unusual.

After leaving the office, the two arrived at the banquet venue.

“Mr. Maxwell, what a coincidence,” someone greeted cheerfully, then glanced at the young woman beside him. “Is this your girlfriend? You young folks these days are always finding creative ways to show off your relationships. Matching outfits too.

As someone attending as his companion, Ellis had taken her role seriously. While selecting her dress, she’d made sure the color complemented Maxwell’s suit so that, standing side by side, their appearance wouldn’t clash.

What she hadn’t expected was to be mistaken for his girlfriend.

Her red lips parted slightly, about to clarify–but Maxwell spoke first. “Mr. Bowen, you’re mistaken. This is my assistant.”

“Is that so?” Mike Bowen’s tone lingered with doubt as he gave them a scrutinizing look.

“Yes,” Maxwell replied, more firmly this time.

Since Maxwell had explained, Ellis saw no reason to add anything. She maintained a polite smile without saying a word.

Most of Mike’s attention remained fixed on Ellis‘ radiant, eye–catching face. The rest of his gaze swept briefly over her graceful, well–proportioned figure, then he gave Maxwell a look of silent male understanding.

Sometimes, assistants and secretaries weren’t just hired for work. They could serve two purposes.

By day, they were employees. By night, they became something else entirely.

Mike couldn’t believe Maxwell had hired an assistant as stunning and delicate as a newly bloomed rose without some ulterior move. Almost instinctively, he turned his inappropriate thoughts into a quiet, suggestive glance.

His eyes darkened with implication. Maxwell caught it and his expression grew tense.

He hated when people looked at Ellis as if she were some kind of possession.

“Let’s go.”

Maxwell suddenly turned and spoke. Ellis, confused, quickly followed.

Where to? Is the comgrsation with Mr. Bowen over?

She didn’t dare question him, so she silently kept pace with him.

Once they’d walked away, Mike’s previously restrained gaze turned blatant and unashamed.

At the same time, he was thinking. Marwell is a lucky guy to have an assistant that is gorgeous if he ever gets tired of her, I wouldn’t mind taking over. I’ll figure out a way to get her number later.

Maxwell walked without purpose, his expression shifting subtly as they moved through the venue. Ellis couldn’t figure out what he was here for. Did he just want to make an appearance and leave!

Chapter 436 A Selfish Desire

“I noticed your dress is a bit thin. It’s cold here with the air conditioning. Should I have someone bring you a shawl!”

Before she could respond. Maxwell spoke again. Her mind filled with questions.

Is Mr. Marwell being too considerate?

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Ellis hesitated, then said, “I’m not cold.”

She wasn’t sure if it was just her imagination, but Maxwell seemed unsatisfied with her response.

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The moment she answered, his brow twitched slightly, as if he couldnt understand how she wasn’t cold while he stood there

in a full suit.

“There’s a lounge over there. Go rest for a while. I’ll call you if I need anything.”

He pointed toward the lounge, then briskly walked away to greet some acquaintances.

Ellis stood frozen in place, as if a sudden gust of wind had thrown her thoughts into chaos.

What’s going on? Why does Mr. Marwell suddenly act like he wants to push me away again! If I’ve made a mistake at work or if there’s an issue with my attitude, he could just tell me. What is this even supposed to mean! He’s completely impossible to read.