True Love Waits novel Chapter 1139

"Huh? She's married? No wonder Dad didn't agree to let you date her. Now I can see why you are unwilling to let her live with you. This is so sad!" Erica exclaimed.

Matthew hadn't expected her to react like this. He had believed that his explanation would help settle her confusion. His expression soured when she didn't understand. Erica, however, didn't notice and continued to ask, "Since she loves you, why did she marry another man? Did she fall in love with you after she got married? Did her husband refuse to divorce her when she told him about her feelings for you?"

"Why would her husband divorce her?"

Matthew's frustration continued to grow. Why was it so hard for Erica to realize that she had misunderstood his relationship with Paige? Unfortunately, it appeared as though no matter what he said, she was unwilling to let go of her misconceptions. Equally, Erica was shocked by Matthew's question. Confusion coursed through her, and she questioned, "She didn't ask her husband for a divorce? Then maybe she doesn't love you."

"Shut up!"

The sudden change in Matthew's temperament scared her a little. So, Erica pursed her lips and stared at her hands.

After a short while, uncomfortable with his silence, she mumbled, "You must be angry because I learned of your secret! But, seriously, the nightgown is beautiful. Are you going to ask her to wear it for you tonight?"

To her surprise, this time, he answered, "Hmm."

This was not the response Erica was expecting. 'Does this mean that I will be home alone tonight?' Excitement coursed through her at the thought.

At dusk, a woman rang the doorbell of the villa. She carried a delicate gift box in her hand.

When Erica opened the door, the woman handed the gift box to her and said, "Mrs. Huo, Mr. Huo bought this for you. He would like for you to wear it tonight. He also asked me to tell you not to go to bed until he returns to the villa." The expression on the woman's face indicated to Erica that she was uncomfortable with this assignment. Matthew had ordered her to bring the item in the gift box to Erica.

When Erica examined the bag, she found that it only had a logo on it. Unfamiliar with the company brand, she frowned as she asked, "What's this?"

"You will know after you open it. Mrs. Huo, if there is nothing else, I will return to the office now."

Erica nodded. "Thank you! Who are you?"

"You're welcome, Mrs. Huo. I'm Paige Shen, Mr. Huo's special assistant. Please feel free to call me if I can be of any help in the future," Paige replied in a composed manner.

Erica's mouth fell open, and her eyes widened with shock. 'So, this is the woman Matthew likes!'

She studied the assistant. Paige was dressed in a black work suit, and her long chestnut hair was tied in a neat bun. Her facial features were delicate, and she had a refined air. One only had to look at her to know that she was a white-collar worker.

Thoughts of the nightgown flooded through Erica's mind again. 'It seems as though Matthew likes mature, flirty, and charming women!'

Paige was puzzled by Erica's expression. Why was Erica shocked when she heard her name? Paige couldn't help but ask, "What's wrong, Mrs. Huo?"

"Oh, nothing. Please, don't let me keep you! You should come over more often!" Erica smiled at Paige. Her tone seemed to be full of enthusiasm!

Paige didn't know what was going on, nor did she understand the underlying meaning of her words. Thinking that Erica was a hospitable host, she returned the smile and said, "Mrs. Huo, you're so kind. Thank you. Bye."

"Okay, bye!" Erica waved her hand. She returned to her room after Paige drove away.

A few minutes later, a woman's scream originated from the master bedroom on the third floor. Erica's cheeks turned crimson when she saw the clothes in the box!

Now she understood why Paige had such a strange expression when she delivered the gift box! But, why would Paige give the nightgown to her? Shouldn't Paige be wearing it for her romantic night with Matthew? Confused and impulsive, Erica pulled out her phone and texted Matthew.