Chapter 14 We Divorced Five Years Ago Mia struggled a moment, realizing she couldnât break free, she gave up, âSo this is where you draw the line, Mr. Smith? Your threshold must be really low.â
With a strong tug, Joe pulled her directly into his arms and started heading toward the garage.
âJoe Smith! What are you doing?â
David hadnât expected Joe to pull something like this, he angrily yelled and started to pursue them. But Smithâs bodyguards seemed to come out of nowhere, blocking his way.
âLet go of me!â
The sudden turn of events shocked Mia. She lashed out at Joe, fists, and feet flying, demanding that he release her.
But no matter how she protested, Joeâs face remained calm, leading her to his car and pushing her inside.
The door locked behind her, and Mia couldnât get out.
She looked at him her eyes cold and sarcastic, âItâs been a few years, and I never thought Iâd see Mr.
Smith become a robber.â
Joe ignored her, simply starting the car and leaving Sun House.
Seeing that he was unaffected by her words, Mia, frustrated, turned to look out the window, not wanting to waste her breath on him any longer.
It was then that Joe glanced over at Mia.
Perhaps his actions had been a bit too rough, her skirt was a little disheveled, revealing smooth, delicate skin.
Comparing the present Mia to the one from five years ago, always with a hint of worry and melancholy, he couldnât deny that she was now as vibrant as a rose, her features even more refined.
Even though Joe was reluctant to admit it, he had to say, Mia had done very well since leaving him.
He pressed his lips together, refocusing on the road.
Once they arrived at the villa where they had once lived together, Joe opened the car door and reached out to help Mia.
Without hesitation, she slapped his hand away, âMr. Smith, spare me your pretense. I dare not hold the hand of a kidnapper.â
Maybe she didnât even notice herself, but in front of Joe, she always seemed a bit sharper than usual.
She stepped out of the car and looked at the familiar villa, her eyes devoid of emotion.
Even though she had lived here for three years, Mia had to admit that the place had never brought her a day of joy, only endless pain.
âGo in.â
Joe said in a deep voice.
Mia glanced back at the Aston Martin parked behind her, contemplating the possibility of seizing the keys from Joe and escaping. In the end, she gave up.
Even after five years, the villaâs decor hadnât changed much as if time had never passed here.
A hint of sarcasm flashed in Miaâs eyes, âMr. Smith, did you ruin your reputation to bring me here just for a tour of the villa?â
Seeing her so defiant, Joeâs expression cooled.
âWhere have you been in the past five years?â
Mia had vanished without a trace back then, a fact that remained a mystery.
âFarmland. You didnât find out, Mr. Smith?â Mia sat on the sofa; her tone relaxed.
Actually, she had planned to go to Farmland but met people from the Clinton family in Burkina Faso who were looking for someone. They took her to the Clinton Family Headquarters in Albania, helping her hide her tracks.
Having spent a few years with the Clintons, Mia had changed completely and even inherited substantial wealth.
7777 As she had said earlier, Joe wouldnât find it so easy to get to her anymore.
Joe looked at Mia for a moment, then suddenly said, âThe Johnson family is not suitable for you. Leave David Johnson.â
As he spoke, he took out his checkbook and began to write, âHow much money do you need? Iâll give it to you.â