Forbidden Passion
Chapter 81 Shadows of Ambition.

Phoebe abruptly turned around, the villa standing silently in the night. Not too far away, Phoebe could see someone standing on the second-floor terrace.

It was Theodore, tall and imposing. Just the thought of him watching her and Brandon walking side by side sent shivers down Phoebe's spine. She spoke with a heavy voice, "We were discussing some company matters." "He sure has a wide range of authority," Theodore's tone carried a hint of displeasure and disdain. "It's too late, don't wander around the estate in a white dress. People who don't know might think you're in a horror movie." Phoebe involuntarily looked down at her white dress, speechless for a moment. Theodore's deep voice sounded in her ear again, "Don't move from where you are, I'll come to get you."

Phoebe thought that there was no need for him to come to pick her up for such a short distance. Before she could refuse, he hung up the phone. Looking up at the second-floor terrace, she could no longer see Theodore's figure. Phoebe stood still in that spot, feeling bored, and after a few minutes, she finally saw Theodore appear in her line of sight. He had just finished showering, and his hair was still wet.

His bangs hung down, covering his eyebrows.

Dressed in casual clothes, he lacked the imposing and authoritative aura he usually had, appearing much more approachable. "Are we still going for a walk?" Theodore asked her. Phoebe actually wanted to go back, but looking at Theodore's expression, she felt that he still wanted to take a walk. So, she nodded, "Yes, how about a stroll around the estate?" The Reynolds Mansion was located in the outskirts, and it took almost two hours to drive from the city. Without the hustle and bustle of the city, the air was pleasant, and quiet. Theodore and Phoebe walked along the path side by side. "Just arrange a job for Madison casually. She might lose interest after a few days of playing around," he said.

Thinking about Madison's gaze, Phoebe said, "Maybe she's not going to play." She was going to cause trouble, but Phoebe didn't finish this sentence.

"It's even better if she's not going to play. If she can go six months without being late or leaving early, I'll transfer her to headquarters. During this time, I need you to keep an eye on her and prevent her from causing any trouble," he said. Phoebe suddenly halted and lifted her gaze to Theodore. subsequently, he paused and looked down at her. "What's wrong?" he asked.

"I don't understand. You know she's going to cause trouble, so why did you agree to let her work? Isn't it better for her to stay at home and do nothing?" Phoebe was puzzled.

Theodore frowned. "She has been on a leave of absence for more than two years. It's a good thing that she decided to work. How could I stop her?"

"If you can't stop her, then push her into my department. Is my department a waste recycling station?" Phoebe said angrily.

Was one Vanessa not enough? Did he have to torment her with another Madison?

Theodore's face turned cold. "Phoebe, please watch your words."

Phoebe clenched her lips. She knew she shouldn't argue with him. QUEEN Entertainment was originally the entertainment kingdom he created for Vanessa, and allowing her to manage it was just that, management. Who he wanted to push into it and who he wanted to promote, was all up to him. It was her own lack of self-esteem that made her treat it as her own effort.

She took a deep breath. "I'm sorry."

"You're emotional, I understand, but Madison is my sister. Even if she has just a little bit of ambition, I will fully support her," Theodore's voice became gentler. Phoebe continued walking in silence.