The Billionaire's Genius Wife



A few days later.

The sun was shining, and the sky was clear as Scarlett and her group arrived at the airport. The superjet that would take them to Country M was already waiting on the runway. Several cars pulled up beside the jet, and Scarlett, who was in the same car as Xander and Theodor, also came to a stop.

Scarlett had been in a sour mood ever since leaving Riley's mansion, knowing she would be apart from Xander for a few weeks. Xander needed to wrap up his work in this continent before joining her in Country M. She could understand that, but still, her mood remained sour.

"Baby, don't be sad. We can still talk on the phone and have video calls every day. Two weeks will pass by quickly," Xander tried to comfort her as he helped her out of the car.

They didn't immediately board the plane. The medical team was now assisting Carter onto the aircraft — they were waiting for the preparations to be completed.

"Sister-in-law, what Xander said is true. Two weeks will fly swiftly," Theodor, leaning against the car, smiled at Scarlett. "I'll keep you entertained there. You won't be bored, trust me!"

Scarlett shook her head at Theodor. She knew he'd keep her busy as he talked too much about her with Roland Gilwynn. To her dismay, even Simon Gilwynn had begun investigating her — she had discovered this last night.

"Theo, you..." Scarlett's words trailed off as she saw a familiar woman approaching. Her heart raced, muttering under her breath, 'Why is she still here?'

Scarlett immediately looked around and was surprised to notice a jet nearby, which she recognized as Rex's private plane. Xander and Theodor followed Scarlett's gaze, equally taken aback by the sight before them.

"Theo, you go first. Hubby, I need to talk to her, please wait for me a bit..." Scarlett said to Xander and Theodor before walking toward Zara.

She was utterly stunned to meet Zara in this place. 

Scarlett secretly wished that Zara hadn't witnessed Carter being wheeled onto the plane, but that hope vanished as soon as Zara spoke.

"Tell me the truth, Scarlett. Why is Carter in this  city and using a wheel?" Zara's voice trembled as her sharp eyes fixed on Scarlett. 

Scarlett ignored Zara's question. Instead, she asks her, "Why are you still here?" She was aware that Zara and Tyler had returned to LA yesterday. 

Now, she was puzzled why Zara stayed, especially since she seemed to fly on Rex's plane initially heading to NYC.

Zara rolled her eyes in response, seeing through Scarlett's attempt to divert the conversation. 

"Oh, come on..." Zara's tone carried frustration as she continued, "Just answer my question, Scarlett!" Her patience seemed to be wearing thin. "Don't keep things from me. I already heard about Carter from Rex," She paused, taking a deep breath. "I need you to give me the details of his condition," she added, her voice shaking slightly.

'Gosh! Rex Morrison, how dare you betray me!?' Scarlett's eyes narrowed as she shot his death glare at the black jet parked near her place. She suspected that Rex was observing them through one of the windows.

After venting her frustration in her mind, Scarlett shifted her attention to Zara, who was waiting for her response. Sadness and fear were clearly visible in Zara's eyes. 

Scarlett took a deep breath before speaking. And her tone was gentle yet serious, "Zara, Carter's condition is quite serious. That's why I brought him to Country M for advanced treatment..." She gives her a brief overview of Carter's medical situation and treatment plan.

Zara stood frozen in front of Scarlett, her hands ice-cold as Scarlett held them. She felt a pang of sympathy for Zara, sensing the depth of her sadness and fear.

"Let me meet him. Just for a while… huh!?" 

"No! You can't meet him. Please, Zara, respect his decision. Moreover, her mother is here. She will be suspicious about you!" Scarlett said seriously.

Zara was lost for words hearing Scarlett's words. She could only lower her head and hold back her tears. 

"Listen, Zara, I can't stay here for long. The plane is about to take off," Scarlett said, noticing Xander signaling her to hurry. She added, "I'll keep you updated once I reach Royal City. Now, you should head back to LA with Rex."

Zara nodded silently, though as Scarlett turned to leave, a burning question finally surfaced in her mind. 

"Scarlett, wait..." Zara approached Scarlett, her voice trembling slightly and eyes reddening as she fought back the tears. "Why is he avoiding me? Why Scarlett?" 

She sighed silently before answering, "Sis, it's because Carter didn't want you to see him in that condition. He cares about your feelings, Zara. He doesn't want you to be hurt, looking at how bad his condition is now. I know that Carter is determined to recover in country M, and he'll reach out to you as soon as his condition improves..." Scarlett tells her everything and doesn't want to hide anything from her. 

"Are you telling the truth? You're not just saying this to comfort me?" Zara's voice shaking with uncertainty.

"Yes. I'm telling you what he told me directly. Nothing hearsay," Scarlett reassured her. She gently placed a hand on Zara's shoulder, offering comfort. "Sister, I have to go now. We'll talk again soon..." With those words, Scarlett turned and hurriedly walked to bid farewell to Xander.

As Scarlett settled into her seat on the plane, she didn't spot Zara near the jet. A sense of relief washed over her.

"...I can't help but feel sorry for her," she murmured. 

"So, Zara likes Carter?" Suddenly Theodor appeared and sat beside Scarlett. 

Scarlett turned to him with a displeased gaze. Theodor had been avoiding her since the night of her surprise birthday. Now, as they were about to spend dozens of hours flying, she wouldn't waste any time scolding him.

"You don't have to worry about them," her voice turned sharp. "...but worry about yourself! Now, explain why you are telling him about my secret?"