Chapter 157 Tell Joseph

Joseph wanted to ask why she hid the fact that Smith Group stole her project from him. However, he decided against it, even though Joseph needed to ensure Kate did not continue to hide things from him.

Kate looked up and asked, "What's wrong?"

"I want to ask you a question. Would you be unhappy if I hid something from you?"

"It's necessary to respect each other and have our personal space. But, I also think that if something happens we should tell the other person, in order to avoid any misunderstandings," Kate looked away as she answered.

Joseph watched her expression change but did not speak.

Not understanding what Joseph was thinking, Kate asked, "What is wrong? Why aren't you saying anything?"

"I'm glad you understand," Joseph replied.

"So, you think that I am hiding something from you?" Kate questioned. She wondered if Joseph was referring to the fact that Vincent went to see her. When Joseph didn't answer her after a few moments, Kate admitted, "I didn't tell you because I didn't want to bother you with little things. Besides, I can deal with it on my own."

"My grandpa went looking for trouble with you?" Joseph suddenly frowned, "Why didn't you tell me?"

"It is trivial and as I said, I don't want to bother you with it," Kate told him.

"Did he ask you to draw boundaries with me and said you will suffer if you don't?" Joseph knew his grandpa and expected that he would threaten Kate.

"Yes, that is exactly what he said! But I fought back; it was the first time I ever argued with him," Kate lowered her head, worried that Joseph might be upset.

Joseph was furious, "He never listens to anyone's reasons."

"Why are you so angry now?" Kate tried to comfort him, "You left Smith Group as he requested. He is creating trouble for me; maybe because you aren't begging for your job back. He must be really worried that you will create and develop a company larger than the Smith Group. Your grandpa is afraid of you!"

"He always threatened me and he requires everyone to be obedient to him," 

Joseph was very disappointed with his grandpa. He thought that he could use his efforts to convince Vincent to change his mind, but he was wrong. So, Joseph knew he made the correct choice in leaving his position at Smith Group; he just never expected that he would continue to create problems for Kate. Joseph smiled but he knew he would have to give his grandpa a friendly reminder.

"Your priority is to grow your company. Don't worry about unnecessary things," Kate said softly.

Henry pulled up in front of them and Joseph opened the door for Kate.

Kate remembered Joseph's earlier comment and questioned him, "You said you had an idea. What is it?"

His three simple words made Kate instantly blush. She thought he had been talking about an idea for work. She whispered back, "We are in the car, and Henry is driving. Behave yourself!"

"We are in love. Don't be afraid," Joseph giggled and kissed her.

The two continued to kiss passionately as Henry drove. Each time Kate felt out of breath, Joseph would pull away then the moment she recovered he pulled her close again. In the beginning, Kate tried to push him away, but she feared Henry might hear her fighting with Joseph, so she gave in.

By the time Henry pulled up in front of Kate's home, Joseph was still unsatisfied. He asked Kate, "Don't you want to invite me in for a while?"

Kate pulled away from him and explained, "It is late and you have been drinking. Go home to bed; Henry is waiting for you."

"Okay," Joseph sighed and opened the car door. He helped Kate out of the car, then reluctantly said, "See you tomorrow."

"See you tomorrow," Kate knew he was hesitant to leave, so she stood on her toes to kiss his forehead. She quickly spun around and ran inside before Joseph had the chance to stop her. Looking out the window, Kate could see him standing in the driveway smiling.

**

The next day Kate woke up see a text message from Joseph: Remember to have breakfast. I have some work to do today. If you are bored and spend time with Lisa, don't drink. I will contact you when I am done work.

Kate smiled and replied: Sounds good, I don't want you to neglect your work just because you are in love. Concentrate on your work. I will not be bored, I have a lot of books to read.

After getting dressed in comfortable clothes, Kate went downstairs to find Daisy preparing breakfast.

Daisy looked at her and quickly said, "Kate, wash your hands and eat breakfast!"

"Okay, okay!" Kate teased.

"Sister, can I have breakfast with you?" Anna called out from behind Kate.

"Of course, you can," Kate waved for her to sit down.

"Thank you," Anna ran to the table.

Daisy did not look happy about Anna joining them. She watched Anna pick up a piece of bread and quickly devour it.

"Eat slowly, Anna. There is plenty of food," Kate gently reminded her.

"Yes, nobody will take it from you," Daisy got up to get Anna a plate of eggs.

Anna ate a few bites then said, "You are a really good cook. It is very delicious!"

"You always said my cooking was horrible before," Daisy said shaking her head with uneasiness.

"Sister, are you going to play outside?" Anna asked looking at Kate.