淑女的欲望

"Oh! So it wasn't Seven. Then who leaked my position to you?" Scarlett frowned, but a second later, she smiled. "Damn it! It must be the jet crew, right!? I shouldn't have trusted anyone under your payroll to keep things from you… They're all truly loyal to you, huh?!!"

"Well, it doesn't matter how I know," Rex said firmly. "What matters is, why did you run away from your husband?"

Scarlett was silent, unable to reply to Rex's words. She knew she had acted like a child, running away without seeking an explanation from Xander first.

"Why are you so stupid and weak, Scarlett?" Rex continued, his tone harsh. "You can't keep running away from your problems like this. You need to face them head-on."

Even though it didn't feel right to scold Scarlett like this, Rex had to do it to remind her she couldn't go on like this. He couldn't bear to see her become a fool for love.

Scarlett felt a knot in her stomach as she listened to Rex's words. She knew he was right, but it was hard to admit it. She had always prided herself on being an independent and strong female. Still, in reality, she was running away from her love problems. 

After some time, Scarlett finally said, "I know," her voice barely above a whisper. "I made a mistake. I shouldn't have run from Xander like that. At the time, I didn't know how to react. I've never experienced anything like this before..."

Scarlett's words were raw and honest. She admitted to Rex that she felt like a teenager regarding love, having never experienced such a deep connection with anyone before. Xander's betrayal is a new and painful experience she never expected, leaving her feeling lost and confused.

She didn't know how to deal with her emotions. She feels compelled to distance herself from Xander and her situation, trying to find clarity and solace in her thoughts. The pain was excruciating and foreign, making her feel like she had no one to turn to for help.

"But, brother Rex, I ran away from him because Xander betrayed me! X-Xander... He... He has..." Scarlett couldn't bring herself to continue her words as her mind started to imagine what she saw in Xander's office. She could feel the wound in her heart reopening, causing her intense pain.

"Damn it, Scarlett Piers! This is where you went wrong! You didn't trust Xander enough. If you believed him, you wouldn't have run away..." Rex said while shaking his head.

Instantly, Scarlett's face turned dark at Rex's words. 'Haven't I really believed him yet?' she thought, trying to convince herself.

"Listen, brother. I saw Xander cuddling with a naked woman in his office. I saw them with my own eyes. That woman..." Scarlett stopped again, unable to continue her words. She was too upset to think about it.

"Fine, I won't argue with you about that!" Rex's eyes deepened as he stared at Scarlett on his cell phone screen.

Rex continued with his gentle voice after noticing the sad look in her eyes. "...you know, your husband is now at my place. He looks like someone who's going crazy! He hasn't slept since yesterday, just looking for you!"

Scarlett tried to speak, but the words caught in her throat. She was at a loss for words and uncertain about how to react. The news that Xander was now seeing Rex in New York stunned her.

After a moment of silence, Scarlett finally managed to ask, her voice trembling with concern, "Is he okay?"

"He's physically fine, but mentally he's a mess. He's been relentlessly calling and searching for you everywhere," Rex replied with a sigh. 

Scarlett felt guilt in her chest. She never wanted to hurt Xander, but her fear and confusion drove her to flee without explanation.

"Listen, sister, it's all just a misunderstanding," Rex continued. Of course, those words made Scarlett wince.

"Misunderstood? No way!!" Scarlett said in an annoyed tone.

"Well, I understand your confusion and uncertainty," Rex said with a sympathetic tone. "I'll send you the CCTV footage Xander gave me. I haven't watched it yet, but he insists it will clear things up for you. And I really believe everything he says about this."

Scarlett's mind was still blurry and foggy, but she pushed herself to nod to Rex's suggestion. She was grateful for Rex's support and understanding.

"Thank you, brother," Scarlett said softly. "I appreciate your help in all of this. I don't know what to believe anymore."

"I understand," Rex replied, his voice soothing. "Just take your time and watch the footage when you're ready. You'll know what to do after that."

"Hmm... I will!" 

Before ending the video call, Rex asked, "Do you want me to tell your husband where you are now? He really insists I tell him where you are."

"No need. I'll call him," Scarlett replied, feeling guilty for causing Xander so much worry. "Just tell him I'm okay and ask him to return to Astington."

With that, the video call ended, leaving Scarlett alone with her thoughts and unease. She knew she had to watch the footage, but fearing what it might reveal was almost too much to bear.

Not long after, Scarlett received an email from Rex. Her heart skipped a beat as she hesitated to open the email. She feared what she might see on the CCTV footage Rex had mentioned.

However, curiosity was getting the best of her. She remembered Rex's words, "You will understand what happened if you see this CCTV footage...". She took a deep breath, closed her eyes briefly, and then dared to click the 'PLAY' button.

Her fingers trembled as she watched the footage, and her heart sank with what she saw.