No Escape From the Ex-husband by Summer Winters

Chapter 0058 

There was a subtle chill in the night air. 

Francis, the host, stood by the wide open window. He held a glass of champagne as the breeze played with his burgundy locks. 

A few b*dyguards stood nearby. It was a formation that no one dared approach. 

Samantha exchanged her champagne for red wine. She stood a short distance away and watched Francis. 

He winked at her cheekily and motioned for the b*dyguards to step back. 

He strolled over to Samantha before holding out his hand. 

“I’m Francis. It’s a real honor to meet a beautiful lady like you.” 

“Sophia. I hear you’re the host?” Samantha shook his hand with a warm smile. 

“Yes. I hope you have a great time.” 

Francis nodded and tried to turn away but accidentally knocked over Samantha’s 

wine glass. The red wine splashed all over them. 

The onlookers shot confused looks at them, but Francis deftly caught the falling 

glass, paying no attention to the bright red wine stains on his pristine white suit. 

“Sorry,” Francis muttered. 

The nearest waiter quickly approached to wipe away the wine stains. 

Samantha could only wear a look of resignation as she took the cloth and gently 

dabbed at the stains. 

Even though it was a black dress, traces of red wine can still show up. 

The commotion soon caught the attention of Kendrick, who was standing not far 

away. 

Realizing that Samantha was at the center of the commotion, he frowned and 

walked over. 

He left the businessman with whom he had been trying to strike up a conversation. 

“Take Ms. Meadows to change in the back,” Francis ordered. He promptly removed 

his jacket and showed a disgusted expression. 

The waiter nodded hastily and gestured nervously for Samantha to follow him. 

downstairs. 

“Sophia.” Kendrick’s neutral voice interrupted the waiter’s steps. 

Samantha had also turned her gaze to Kendrick, her spinning vision slowly calming 

down. 

She took a few steps back and stood next to him. 

“Mr. Ford, I apologize,” Francis said, looking at Kendrick. A feeling of resignation 

had already set in. 

As the eldest son of the family, Francis rarely appeared in public. Many were 

unaware of his existence. 

Dealing with someone completely unknown always brought a sense of fear to him. 

Kendrick didn’t want to be an enemy to the person in front of him. 

He exaggeratedly pulled Samantha into an embrace, encircling her waist and 

asserting his dominance. 

Francis‘ eyes showed more disgust for Kendrick. 

“Please allow me to take my companion to change. No need to bother yourself, Mr. 

Simmons.” 

Kendrick’s voice dropped slightly. His already deep tone was tinged with 

impatience. 

The tightening of Kendrick’s grip around her waist made Samantha frown slightly. 

Unconsciously, she tugged at the hem of his jacket. 

She shot him a reproachful look. 

Kendrick couldn’t help but curl his l*ps at the sight. 

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Was Samantha trying to seduce him? 

Clearly, Kendrick was unaware of his unintentional display of strength. If anything, he tightened his grip on her arms. 

Samantha’s complexion paled slightly, not quite understanding Kendrick’s smile. 

“That works, too.” Francis chuckled and clapped his hands. The suited b*dyguards quickly cleared a path for them. 

Samantha could only give Francis a wry smile. 

What should have been a simple conversation had turned into an unnecessary incident with that glass of red wine. 

After changing into a similar outfit, Samantha emerged to find Kendrick leaning against the wall. 

“Mr. Ford, we should consider the interests of the company. You should be discussing business with others right now,” Samantha reminded him gently. 

“Of course.” Kendrick smiled confidently and pulled Samantha into his embrace.” With you by my side.” 

“I’m not in charge of this project.” 

“You’re my companion.” 

Samantha found herself unable to argue with the man in front of her. 

Arm in arm, they squeezed into the circle of business exchange. A few wealthy. 

ladies secretly noticed Samantha’s face. 

Standing next to Kendrick, Samantha greeted the others with a docile smile. 

She joined in the conversation with a few witty remarks that caught the attention of 

several bosses. 

It seemed that Kendrick’s companion was no mere ornament. 

Everyone had hidden motives, and Samantha found herself inwardly amused. 

15 BONUS 

As long as she made connections with these bosses, she would have taken the first step in dealing with Kendrick. 

Kendrick was lucky to have brought a smart woman with him. 

“Mr. Zengler, you’re really funny. What if Mr. Ford takes you seriously?” Samantha covered her mouth as she laughed. 

Every move she made exuded her unique charm. 

“Haha, I’m not kidding. Mr. Ford is very lucky to have an assistant like you, how I envy him. Why not join our company?” Harley chuckled heartily. 

Kendrick looked at the graying Harley and said with a hint of respect, “Mr. Zengler, you’re recruiting my employee right in front of me. 

Harley was an old acquaintance. He had worked with and assisted Kendrick in the past. 

Samantha watched everything. She found Mr. Zengler a little too pushy. 

After Alexis had told her what had happened last time, she had quietly investigated.