Chapter 181 Fighting Due to Jealousy

"Are you taking care of me?" Noelle teased. Rowen was a handsome man and seemed to be just her type. From the moment she saw him, she was impressed, and his concern for her made her smile.

"It is what any man should do," Rowen answered politely.

"Thank you!" She smiled.

Four hours later, they arrived at their hotel. After checking in, Joseph suggested they all freshen up before meeting in the lobby.

Nick enjoyed joking with Kate and Joseph. When he walked past them, he commented, "We only have one hour. You better not be so busy that you lose track of time!"

Kate's face turned red, and she rushed into the room. Joseph stayed in the hallway a moment and warned Nick, "Watch your mouth!"

Joseph closed the door to their room. When he saw Kate unpacking, he walked over and put his arms around her, "How about we were matching coats?"

"What?" She had no idea what he was talking about.

"I remember that you said you fell in love with me when you saw me wear my beige coat. And you also said it is very attractive!"

Her face turned red again, and she could not deny anything, "Yes, I did say that. But, I didn't think that you would still have the same coat all these years later! You do know styles have changed, right?"

"I like it because you like it. I like everything you like!" Joseph blurted out.

Kate laughed at him, "Are you trying to confuse both of us?"

"Anyway, we love each other."

They unpacked and laid down on the bed for a rest. After a bit, Kate was softly snoring. Joseph took off her shoes and covered her with a blanket. He brushed the hair out of her face, then sighed, "A real natural beauty. Even with no makeup, she is more beautiful than any other woman!"

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That same afternoon at Smith Group, Mayne was analyzing documents. He explained to Samuel, "JK Group is developing quickly. In the beginning, people were doubtful if it would be successful, but now it is becoming more attractive. Particularly, because those in the business know that Joseph is the owner, many intend to work with him. He may possibly seize our business."

Samuel snarled, "These people are flattering me to my face, but then they support Joseph behind my back! Since they are betraying me, then they can't blame me for my cruelness!"

"According to the detective's report, Joseph and Kate have traveled to Phoenix."

"Why don't you tell me that sooner?" Samuel was angry. He gritted teeth, "They are really together!"

"I just prioritized work before them," Mayne was terrified at Samuel's reaction.

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Phoenix was a busy tourist city, so line ups for any attractions were long. Fortunately, Joseph had asked someone to purchase tickets in advance; they quickly began touring.

The women were interested in having as many pictures as possible taken, and Nick, of course, was their photographer. He was always the most compliant to the women's requests while Joseph and Rowen waited off to the side, with both of their focus on Kate.

After Joseph noticed that Rowen was also watching Kate, he gently said, "Rowen, there are many flowers every season; you can pick anyone you like. Why just focus on one?"

As a college professor, Joseph knew he would understand what he was stating.

Rowen turned to Joseph, "If you are worried that I will take Kate from you, that means you don't feel as if you have her entire heart. If that is the case, why would I give up easily?"

"Whether I have her heart or not is none of your business. But, I am reminding you to watch what you say!"

"Can I ask what I said wrong?" Rowen thought that Joseph was depriving Kate of the right to make friends, "Even though she has a boyfriend, she should still have the right to have friends, male or female. She is your girlfriend, not your personal property."

Rowen's attitude gave Joseph the impression that he was challenging him. He quickly refuted, "I meant that you should not have any unrealistic expectations about Kate. I am not trying to stop her from having friends."

"You should be clear because it was obvious about how you treated her before!" At the thought of Joseph's disrespectful attitude toward Kate when they were married, Rowen clenched his fist and hit Joseph.

Not expecting the hit, Joseph was caught off guard and fell to the ground. He immediately jumped up and swiftly hit Rowen. The two began throwing punches at each other, and when the women noticed, they rushed over.

Noelle screamed, "Oh, no! Joseph and Rowen are fighting!"

"You are both handsome men. Why are you fighting?" A warm-hearted older woman stepped in between them.

Kate saw cuts and bruises on their faces, and she felt horrible.

Noelle touched Joseph's cheek and asked, "Are you okay?"

Joseph pushed her hand away and went to put his arm around Kate. However, Kate shrugged his hand away; she shouted, "Don't touch me!"

Rowen called out Kate's name, but she continued walking away.

"Don't talk to her!" Joseph hit Rowen again.

Noelle was trying not to cry as she shouted, "Joseph, what are you thinking? Your girlfriend is walking away, and you are here hitting him!"

Suddenly, Joseph realized that Kate was more important than acting like a jealous fool. He ran after her but knew that she was furious with him so, he just walked silently behind her.

After reaching the edge of the park, Kate took out her phone to call a taxi to take her back to the hotel. But Joseph wrapped his arms tightly around her and whispered, "Sorry, my love…"