The Billionaire's Regret

Chapter 173

Ivy inhaled deeply and inquired, “What are you cooking?” “I whipped up some hot chocolate using Amedei’s 70% dark chocolate. It’s so luscious and silky. You should give it a try!” Jimmy immediately endorsed his work. “How about a cup?” Ivy nodded, enticed by the aroma. “Is Mr. Reed sleeping?” “Mr. Reed is in the study holding a meeting. A man like who is gent and wealthy is truly rare!” Jimmy sighed as she returned to the kitchen. He reappeared with two mugs. “Bill, do you want one as well?” Ivy took a sip of the hot chocolate and was pleasantly surprised by its silkiness. She cast a glance at Bill. “Try a few. Jimmy is quite the cook!” When Bill turned away, he appeared to be a ferocious and unapproachable figure. “I decline; he may have it.” Jimmy approached Bill and pushed him to the table with all the strength his 100 kg body could muster. He was sweating and exhausted as he looked at Bill. “Stop being so polite. I’ve already consumed my fair share while preparing it.” Jimmy even managed to let out a burp. Ivy couldn’t stop herself from laughing. She stood and walked upstairs after finishing her cup of hot chocolate. “Do not waste food! I’m returning upstairs. You two should also go to bed early.” Jimmy joyfully waved at her. “It’s so difficult to find a beautiful, kind, and lovely girl like Ms. Morgan!” Ivy was determined not to turn around, accelerating her ascent of the stairs. Jimmy turned around and was about to blow another puffery wave at Bill when Bill chugged the cup of hot chocolate and walked away with a scowl on his face. Bill did not allow Jimmy to speak. Jimmy regarded the empty cup with a smug smile. “Wow… Even the way you drink your hot chocolate, Bill is so manly!” If Jimmy had not been Wyatt Reed’s butler, Bill would have evicted this scumbag. Ivy paused for a moment as she passed the study and heard Wyatt’s mellow and magnetic voice from within. She was slightly taken aback by Wyatt’s fluency in French.

His tone of voice and the words he spoke sounded very pleasant. What an incredible sound. Ivy remained silent and returned to her room. She video-called Leo, Cooper, and Sebastian before going to bed. Bill took his sleeping bag and intended to sleep directly in front of Ivy’s bedroom door, as he always did. Before he could close his eyes, a massive commotion occurred next to him. Bill blinked tiredly and stood there watching the fat man spread out his bedding next to him. Their beddings were opposed. Bill’s sleeping bag was a sleek military design, while Jimmy’s was a pink roll-up mattress complete with a matching pillow and blanket. Jimmy’s body thickness was double that of Bill when he lay on his back. Bill’s side view was completely obscured. When he noticed Jimmy standing beside him, he glared at him with piercing eyes and a fierce expression. “What exactly are you doing here?” “I am defending Ms. Morgan. You are, after all, a man. What if you exploit her? Ms. Morgan will be incapable of defending herself against you, and Mr. Reed is unable to stand at the moment, so it is up to me to ensure her safety.” Jimmy squinted his eyes as he explained kindly and sincerely, oblivious to Bill’s increasingly ugly and fierce face. “Do not be alarmed; I am not a snorer or a teeth grinder.” Jimmy averted his gaze and closed his eyes in preparation for sleep. Bill clenched his teeth and looked at Jimmy, who had fallen asleep like a dead pig in an instant. He felt the sudden urge to kick Jimmy away, but he couldn’t because that man weighed more than 100 kilograms! As a result, two large men slept outside Ivy’s bedroom door. Within ten minutes, a deafening snore emanated from next to him. Bill was startled awake and immediately alerted. Jimmy was snoring loudly and sound asleep. His snores gradually became more regular and rhythmic, but they remained extremely loud.

Bill’s expression darkened considerably. His fists were clenched tightly as he attempted to contain his rage. Ivy, unable to bear the noise, opened the door to discover two men sleeping at her doorstep. She appeared befuddled. “Um... Jimmy...” “Miss, you should go in and rest,” Bill said, his face taut. Ivy shook her head and laughed. “It’s far too loud for me to sleep.” Sebastian inquired as to why she had turned up the bass so late at night. It was as if there had been an earthquake! Bill lost his composure and kicked Jimmy. Jimmy’s body trembled. He opened his eyes in surprise and immediately demonstrated his allegiance. “Why haven’t you slept yet, Ms. Morgan? Do not fear; I will ensure that no danger comes close to you. As long as Bill remains, I will remain as well.” Ivy was rendered speechless. She closed her eyes and stared helplessly at Bill. “Go to the guest room and sleep. I’m going to be fine.” Bill desired to speak, but he could only obey orders. He was a world champion in mixed martial arts, but he was forced out by this pig. Bill’s face was glum as he walked away, carrying his sleeping gear. Jimmy was fully awake and quickly followed him. “Wait for me! Let us share a room. Otherwise, I’m going to have nightmares. I guarantee that I will not snore or grind my teeth.” Ivy was immediately relieved to see those two had vanished. Suddenly, the study door opened. Wyatt rolled out of his wheelchair; his face contorted with exhaustion. He squinted. “Ivy, you’ve returned.” Ivy’s brows furrowed. “Is there a problem?” “You are supposed to look after me. Shouldn’t you inquire as to my health today?”

Wyatt’s voice was low and raspy but not quite as icy as it had been. He even appeared to be somewhat frail. Ivy’s heart trembled slightly. Despite this, she regarded him expressionlessly. “How are you today, Mr. Reed?” Wyatt chuckled as he bowed his head. “I feel a lot better now that I’ve seen you.” Ivy gave him a sneering look. She was already accustomed to Wyatt’s charm. She would flee when he recovered, never wanting to see him again. “I’m getting ready to go to bed. We’ll meet again tomorrow.” “Wait! I’m in the mood for a bath.” Wyatt abruptly addressed her. Ivy tensed and gave him a skeptical look. “What?” ‘What was he referring to? He desires that I bathe him?!’ Wyatt pursed his lips and explained helplessly, “The doctor stated that I am unable to moisten my right leg. Showering alone is inconvenient for me. You wouldn’t want my injuries to deteriorate to the point where you’d have to stay here with me indefinitely, would you?” That sounded perfectly reasonable, all the more so when Wyatt said it with such an innocent and harmless face devoid of any unseemly thought. Ivy locked her gaze on him for a few seconds. Wyatt’s openness made it appear as though Ivy was the petty one. “All right, I’ll change and return later. You can undress and wait there. Your hand is not crippled, right?” Wyatt exhaled a sigh of relief. For a brief moment, his eyes glowed. “All right, I will wait for you.” His voice was melodic, and his heart swelled with joy. Wyatt reflected on what Jimmy had said to him before Ivy’s return. “Mr. Reed, a man must possess certain characteristics to attract women. Your advantages are financial and sexual attractiveness. Ms. Morgan is not short of funds, which means you must seduce her with your body!” ‘Wow, that was effective! After all, Mitchell’s cousin isn’t entirely useless. I’m going to get him out of probation early,’ Wyatt thought. Ivy returned to her bedroom and stood at the door, lightly laughing. ‘He wants a bath, huh?’ sheThis text is property of Nô/velD/rama.Org.

raised her eyebrows. ‘I’ll see to it that he gets a good bath!’ Ivy considered this and sent a message to Bill.