Married First, Loved Later : A Flash Marriage with My Ex's 'Uncle' novel Chapter 283

Chapter 283: Indirect Criticism

Everyone knew about the relationship between Hunter and Logan, and it was common knowledge that Riley had grown up alongside Logan too.

There had been plenty of rumors about the two of them when they were teenagers, and it was only after Riley went abroad that the gossip finally died down.

Now Riley was back—and not only that, she was here to talk business with Logan.

People couldn’t help but wonder: Wouldn’t it be awkward for Mrs. Reid to stay here?

Just as everyone was speculating, Riley arrived.

Selina narrowed her eyes slightly.

Logan gently squeezed her hand and said in a low voice, "If you’re uncomfortable, I’ll send her away. This deal should have been handled by Hunter’s assistant anyway."

Selina shook her head.

If it was really just business, she wasn’t that petty.

Riley showing up at Reid Group was practically a huge piece of gossip.

"What if Mrs. Reid and Miss Nelson clash?"

"I’m sure Mr. Reid will handle it properly."

"But who do you think Mr. Reid really loves?"

"Mrs. Reid, obviously. Didn’t he go public for her?"

"But those old rumors about Miss Nelson and Mr. Reid—those couldn’t have all been fake, right? Maybe she’s his first love..."

"Tch, first love versus real wife—that’s gonna be a show."

"If Miss Nelson has no intentions, that’s fine. But if she does—Mrs. Reid is at a serious disadvantage. Everyone knows about Hunter’s relationship with Mr. Reid, and Nelson Family is powerful too. Mrs. Reid can’t compare to that."

Selina clicked her tongue twice.

"Logan, sorry. My brother’s assistant is in the hospital with gastritis, so I had to come myself,"

Riley said as she exited the elevator.

The executive office staff clearly knew her; she greeted them casually, looking all businesslike as she handed the documents to Jack.

It was only then that she seemed to notice Selina’s presence and acted surprised.

"Selina, you’re here too? No wonder I heard some gossip just now...Logan, honestly—you’re married already. Why don’t you do a better job clearing up those rumors about us?"

Everyone strained their ears to listen.

Riley turned to Selina, looking helpless:

"Selina, whatever you hear, don’t take it to heart. There’s absolutely nothing between Logan and me."

Selina blinked innocently.

"So all the rumors were fake?"

Riley nodded seriously.

"Of course. Logan’s identity attracts too much attention. People make up all sorts of stories about him."

She added casually:

"By the way, Selina, have you eaten yet? If not, I can take you downstairs—there’s a famous restaurant nearby I can show you."

She pulled out her phone as if to make a reservation, looking perfectly friendly and familiar.

"No need, I already ate," Selina said lightly.

Then she remembered: Riley also pretended to be her "friend" on Twitter.

Was she doing the same thing now—pretending to be friends face-to-face?

"That’s good," Riley smiled warmly.

"I was worried Logan might’ve forgotten to feed you."

She chatted easily about clothes and jewelry, almost offhandedly—but somehow just loud enough for others to overhear.

"Your red dress looks stunning. I have a pigeon-blood ruby necklace—it would match perfectly. I’ll give it to you next time."

Whispers broke out among the staff.

"I didn’t expect Mrs. Reid and Miss Nelson to be such good friends!"

"Yeah, all that drama about two women fighting over one man never even happened. Turns out Miss Nelson is actually Mrs. Reid’s friend."

"I thought Miss Nelson would be like those other women, trying to steal Mr. Reid away. But she doesn’t even look at him—she’s all business."

"Exactly! She treats Mr. Reid like a business partner and treats Mrs. Reid like a real friend."

"Ugh, their friendship is goals. I’m jealous."

Riley’s smile deepened.

Exactly.

By publicly flaunting her "friendship" with Selina, she could later do anything under the guise of friendship—Even if she got close to Logan, no one would dare say a word.

Selina curved her lips slightly.

It had been a long time since she’d seen such a high-level fake "friend."

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