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When the car arrived, Olivia opened the car door for Liam. She turned and asked, “What’s wrong?”
“I’m waiting for her,” Liam answered. His eyes fixed in Blake’s direction. Not far away, Blake held four cups of lattes while running over. She was panting slightly, and her cheeks were flushed. She said cheerfully, “Lattes on me.”
Olivia declined, “I’m sorry, Ms. Dion. Liam and I don’t drink lattes.”
Liam surprised both by accepting the latte and said, “It’s fine. I can drink it.”
Then, Liam opened the door to the backseat and gestured, “Hop on.”
Blake replied, “Thank you.”
Liam usually sat with Olivia, who acted more like his personal assistant than an editor. Their website was once a little -known literary platform, but after Liam’s debut as Xander Gale, it outperformed many renowned sites in earnings. With expansion and its own sales channels, the site is not a leader in literature.
Meeting Liam was a stroke of luck for Olivia. Back then, her mother was undergoing cancer surgery. Olivia, a lowly newspaper editor, found Liam writing in the hospital. She was overseeing a fantasy novel section, and Liam happened to be writing that genre, making her his first reader and close ally.
Then, Olivia received a bonus from Liam’s published work and it was a great success. She took that bonus to launch her own literary website, bringing Liam along. Under her business acumen and Liam’s literary talent, the website flourished, growing from just the two of them to a larger operation. Together, they had made significant progress.
Olivia sat shotgun and asked, “Since when did you like drinking lattes? Did you forget what the doctor said?”
Blake interjected, “Shoot, I almost forgot about it. You’re sick and need rest. You also can’t have anything with sugar. You should give it back to me.”
Liam assured Blake, “It’s fine. I can drink it once in a while. Don’t worry.”
Blake stretched her hand out before retracting it. She said, “Okay. The lattes aren’t expensive. It’s just a few dollars. Stop drinking it if it causes any discomfort to you.”
Liam obliged, “Alright.”
As the car moved, Olivia and Liam discussed issues regarding the book. Blake could not join in, so she sat quietly and finished a latte. She planned to drink the rest after she finished eating.
Blake burped in satisfaction before leaning into her seat. The voices started to fade away as she went to sleep. Olivia added, “We need to push the latest update sooner. You’ve only released a new chapter yesterday.”
Liam took out a blanket and covered Blake. He agreed calmly, “Mhm.”
“Don’t disturb her. She’s resting, ” Liam told Olivia.
The journey, typically a half-hour drive, stretched into two hours due to rush hour traffic. Blake woke up the moment they reached The Deli.
The three of them walked into The Deli, and the manager welcomed them. Blake looked around curiously and commented, “How odd. There’s no one here at this hour.”
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The manager smiled and continued, ” Mr. and Mrs. Jardin have reserved the whole place.”
Blake could not hide her envy. She said, “Imagine being that wealthy! One day, I’d love to do the same.”
Liam looked at Blake and smiled, “You will.”
Olivia stopped outside the corridor and said, “Mrs. Jardin just wants to meet Liam, so we don’t need to go in, Ms. Dion. Let’s just sit at the main dining area.”
Blake chuckled and boasted, “I’m sorry, but I’m here to meet my friend. I’ve already texted Madelyn on the way here.”
Liam chuckled and said, “It’s okay. She can come with me. You can go back, Olivia. When we are done, I will send Blake back.”
Olivia furrowed her brows, then swiftly suppressed her emotions. She replied, ” Alright, there are matters regarding your publishing that need my attention. Don’t forget to check your royalties this month. There might be a surprise in there.”
“Let’s go,” said Liam. He opened the door and ignored Olivia. Blake smiled at Liam followed him in.
In the VIP room, Madelyn was feeding Dalton with Margaret by her side. Margaret gazed at the table and swallowed hard, saying, “Oh my, these ribs are smoked. Look at its glistening fat. Just a bite would be heaven.”
“Hi, Madelyn.” Blake greeted and sat beside Madelyn. “Oh, let me see the baby.”
“You’re here too,” Madelyn said with surprise.
“Sorry, we’re late. There was a traffic jam. Can I hold Dalton?” Blake said.
Madelyn passed Dalton to Blake and turned to Liam. She asked, “You’re Xander Gale?”
Liam nodded and greeted, “Nice to meet you, Mrs. Jardin.”
Madelyn smiled and commented, “I didn’t expect you to be so young. Please, have a seat.”
Blake surveyed the VIP room and did not see Zach. She whispered to Madelyn, “Madelyn, is Mr. Jardin not with you?”
Madelyn adjusted Dalton’s hat and explained, “I told him that he didn’t need to come and had him go to work. He’ll join us after we eat. I didn’t want him to make you feel uneasy.”
Blake nodded and knew how uncomfortable it felt. It was like a poor student who just learned she would be dining with the principal, a perfect description of her state of panic.
“Madelyn, you’re so thoughtful. If Mr. Jardin was here, I wouldn’t even dare speak to you,” Blake cried. Zach was never nice to anyone besides Madelyn. Everyone had to be careful around him, even during meals.
“Oh yeah, why did you want to meet Liam, Madelyn? Are you a fan of his books?” Blake asked.
“Yes, Zach had mentioned him, so I wanted to see what the author of this bestseller would look like. Mr. Xander is quite young and talented,” Madelyn complimented Liam.
Liam accepted it, “Thank you.”
After that, Margaret brought Dalton for a walk. Dalton could not sit still and would throw a tantrum if someone did not hold him.
When they were done eating, Madelyn took out the first volume of the first printed book and had Liam sign it for her.
By then, Zach had finished his work and was waiting for Madelyn at The Deli’s entrance.
When Madelyn left, Blake let out a sigh of relief after seeing Madelyn leave in the car. By the time Blake returned to the VIP room, there were still a lot of leftovers.
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Liam had not left yet and asked, “Why didn’t you give her the latte you bought?”
Blake picked up the remaining three lattes and said, “Madelyn had surgery before and still recovering, so she can’t drink this. Besides, it’s been out for so long. If she got sick from drinking it, Mr. Jardin might kill me. You don’t know how scary he can be.”
Blake took a deep breath and continued, “It’s up to me to finish it all.
Zach had recently upgraded to a luxurious new Bentley. He spent most of his time by Madelyn’s side while making preparations for their wedding. The new car offered a smooth ride and had plenty of space. Besides the drinks and food, it was mostly filled with baby supplies.
Zach asked Madelyn, “Have you met him?”
Madelyn replied, “Mhm, he’s quite young. I think Blake is dating Liam. They seem like a perfect match.”
Zach’s expression kept changing throughout the conversation. It turned gloomy at the start before returning to normal.
“You’re already married, so stop dreaming about him,” Zach said, his tone filled with possessiveness.
However, Madelyn argued straight to the point, “You have to admit that Liam is very talented. He wrote “At the Horizon’s End” when he was sixteen and published it at seventeen. He then started adapting his stories for various companies. Most importantly, he’s much younger than you.”
Zach was not angry. Instead, he slowly unbuttoned his suit and rolled his sleeves up. He said to her, “I think you’re being cheeky. The Strategic Planning Department secured the rights to adapt Liam’s work. They’re probably finalizing a contract with Sky Studios as we speak. Soon, you’ll be adapting Liam’s work on your own. Satisfied now?”
Madelyn lowered her head and thought deeply. She replied, “I can’t draw right now. I’ve asked for time off from the studio and taking a break for the next month.”
Zach gave her a warning look and said, “Jardin Corporation is funding the entire project for Sky Studios. The pay will be ten times the usual. Are you sure you want to pass?”
Madelyn looked out the window and then looked back at Zach with a smile. She said, “Since you’re so wealthy and generous, it would be a shame not to get the paycheck. I’ll think of it as earning to buy Dalton’s clothes.”
“If the broadcast for “At the Horizon’s End” reaches the expected result, I’ll give you an extra 35% as a bonus,” Zach said generously. Madelyn thanked Zach jokingly, ” Thank you, Mr. Jardin.”
For Madelyn, Zach was sometimes a responsible husband, her brother, and sometimes even her boss.
Sky Studios was just a tiny art studio, and accepting this project from Jardin Corporation was a blessing for them. Many companies have been fighting for the rights to “At the Horizon’s End” and the Jardin Corporation has spent fifty million to acquire its copyright.
Madelyn knew that Zach was using this to bind her down. She did not think Zach had lowered his guard around her throughout this period. He knew she wanted to leave.
She was waiting for the right moment. Zach also knew that she had an accomplice. Although Zach knew that Kai was helping her and about the things they were doing behind his back. Zach was confident that Madelyn would not be able to leave Ventropolis. She might be an elusive prey, but Zach was a skillful hunter.
After Blake was full from eating, she walked out of The Deli with Liam. While waiting for the car, a familiar vehicle suddenly appeared before her. The windows winded down, and Kevin stared at them coldly. He ordered her, ” Get in the car.”
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Blake fought back, “No, I’m already off the clock.”
Kevin warned her, “Did you forget what I told you? You’ll suffer the consequence if you don’t get in.”
‘He’s threatening me!’ Blake thought. She shouted back at him firmly, “We’ve already broken up, so why are you still looking for me? It’s after work, and you still want to take up my free time! You’re heartless!”
After Blake finished, she pretended to cry and wiped her tears. Kevin lost his patience and got out of his car. He said, “Before you cry, make sure you have tears on your face.”
“Mr. Harrison,” A gentle voice suddenly rang from not far away. Blake saw her and greeted her with a bowed head, “Ms. Parker.”
“What a coincidence! We meet again,” Audrey Parker said.
“Ms. Parker, it’s windy today. Let us go inside quickly,” Audrey’s maid suggested.
Audrey was dressed in a white fur coat while her hair was tied into a bun. Her features were soft and had an air of elegance. She also looked weak, as if a gust of wind could blow her away.
“I’m fine. I rarely get to go out for a walk,” Audrey said with a pale face. She asked, “Mr. Harrison, have your wounds healed? You can’t have your wounds be in contact with any moisture.”
Kevin nodded and replied, “Thank you for your concern. I’m feeling much better now. I must go now, but please take care of yourself, Ms. Parker.”
Audrey smiled,” I will.”
Blake had never seen Kevin like this before. Blake started to feel rage building inside her, suspecting that Kevin had cheated on her with Audrey. Then, Blake sized up Audrey and compared her to herself.
‘Her wasn’t as full, her hips not as shapely, and her waist not as slender. Her voice is soft and gentle, unlike my loud voice,’ Blake thought.
Kevin looked at Blake and said coldly, ” Follow me into the car.”
“Why are you so angry! No wonder you’re only fit to be my ex! Being loud doesn’t mean I’ll do as you say!” Blake yelled back. Her words seemed either to irritate Kevin or for Audrey to listen.
However, Audrey’s maid suddenly yelped at the same time, “Ms. Parker, are you alright?”
Just as Audrey was about to faint, Kevin caught her. Audrey’s maid said anxiously, “Ms. Parker is having another heart attack. Could you please take her to the hospital, Mr. Harrison?”
Kevin agreed, “Sure, get in the car.”
When Audrey and her maid got in the car, Kevin drove and left at full speed.
Blake ignored them, turned to grab Liam’s sleeves, and left.
Liam stared at Blake and commented, ” You’re unhappy.”
Blake asked, “Liam, do you have someone you like?”
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Liam replied, “I do.”
Liam’s reply was lost in a cold breeze, and Blake could not hear it clearly. Leaves rustled and fell from the roadside trees as she turned back. She felt disappointed.
‘Kevin had already left with Audrey.’ Blake thought to herself.
Blake embraced herself and straightened her long, wispy hair near her ear. She asked, “Liam, why is this happening to me? He’s the one who asked me out, but why is he so cold to me now? We just broke up yesterday, and now he’s keeping me in suspense. Do you think he’s just keeping me on the hook?”
Blake may not be a top student but she graduated from a reputable university. She did not have much dating experience in her student days. The senior Blake dated found her too rigid and chose the campus belle from the neighboring art school instead.
She remained single until now, and it was rare for her to find someone she liked. However, the person she liked was treating her badly.
Blake had never felt so frustrated. She continued, “Even if I pursued him before, he shouldn’t play with my feelings like this, right?”
“Yes.” Liam simply responded and glanced at Blake.
“But did he ever read the love letter I wrote him?” Blake muttered. She wondered, ‘Did he kiss me on that night?”
Blake fell for Kevin long ago and could not pinpoint when. It might have been during her time as his assistant, witnessing his impressive presence in meetings, or when she accidentally tripped behind him and he scolded her.
Maybe it started when Kevin helped her in the face of mistreatment as a new employee and appointed her as his assistant.
Although Blake did not have much to do every day, she spent most of her time with him apart from eating and sleeping, including working late at the office together on weekends.
Zach was frequently out of the office last month. There was a time they had a meeting that went on until very late, and Blake ended up dozing off at the desk across from Kevin.
Though Kevin usually managed his time strictly, that day was a rare exception as he worked late into the night. However, he was always the last one to leave the company, no matter how late it was.
Kevin walked into the office with the files and glanced at the person soundly asleep at his desk. Without lifting his head, he tapped the desk while looking at the documents.
“Huh? What’s wrong?” Blake asked as she was startled. She quickly wiped the drool from the corner of her mouth.
When Kevin saw the drool on the table, he frowned and said, “I’ll finish reading these documents in the next three minutes. Clean the drool and disinfect my desk by then, or it’ll affect your paycheck.”
Blake awkwardly looked at the drool on the table, grabbed a few tissues, and smiled, She said, “Mr. Harrison, I didn’t mean to. I fell asleep waiting for you. Is it done? Can I go clock out now?”
“Excuse me?” Kevin asked.
Blake said, “Hurry up and read it. I’ll be waiting here for you.”
If they worked overtime past ten, Kevin would give Blake a lift home. After all, she was a girl and it was not safe for her to take a cab home.
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Blake lay on the couch with an adoring gaze, tilting her head as she watched the person who looked handsome even when reading documents.
The staff in the Administrative Department were jealous that she got to work as Kevin’s assistant. They thought being able to see his good looks every day could make their food taste better.
After Kevin finished his work, Blake switched off the last main switch, and they stepped into the elevator to go down. Coincidentally, a group of coworkers who had just finished work emerged from the adjacent elevator on the ground floor, excitedly discussing plans to grab some late-night snacks.
One bold female colleague among them called to Kevin, “Mr. Harrison, did you guys also just finish work? How about grabbing a bite with us? With the company landing such a big project, it wouldn’t be right if Mr. Harrison didn’t treat us!”
“Yes! We rarely work this late. Mr. Harrison, please join us for late-night snacks!” The colleagues behind them all chimed in.
“If you guys aren’t tired, we’ll continue working overtime tomorrow,” said Kevin. He knew how to disrupt the mood well. With just a few words, he silenced everyone instantly.
The person who had just started the ruckus grabbed Blake and whispered to her, “Blake, it’s rare for us to have a chance to interact with Mr. Harrison. You’ve got to make the most of it for us, or else we shared all this gossip with you for nothing. We’ve got some fresh gossip and can secretly tell you during meals.”
Blake gave her colleague a thumbs-up and said, “I’ve got this.”
Then, Blake approached Kevin and asked, “Mr. Harrison, I’m hungry. How about grabbing some late-night snacks?”
Kevin asked, “Since when did you start joining them in making a fuss? Aren’t you tired?”
Blake grinned, “I just got a good nap! Come with us! I bet them five hundred dollars you’d come. If you do, I’ll split the winnings. Two hundred dollars for you.”
“Not interested,” said Kevin.
Blake continued, “Hey! You can’t be that greedy! I’ll give you three hundred dollars, okay?”
When Kevin took out his car keys from his pocket, Blake quickly grabbed his hand and looked into his eyes. She said, “Starting tomorrow, I’ll be your driver after work for a month.”
Kevin’s icy face showed a subtle shift in emotion as he smiled. He tossed the car keys to Blake and said, “Remember what you said.”
‘She involved just for that five hundred dollars? Didn’t she feel she was the one who lost out?’ Kevin thought.
Blake was driving Kevin’s car with three passengers in the back. The silence inside was eerie as if it was empty. Another car was tailing them. They eventually reached a night market and stopped at a grill stall.
Kevin’s presence made the atmosphere a bit uneasy. Blake secretly received the payment and chuckled to herself.
While Blake was enjoying her meal, she did not forget to pour a glass of water for Kevin. During this period, her main task was to keep Kevin’s preferences in mind. Coffee during the day and water at night.
“Mr. Harrison, I don’t know if you’re into this late-night snack stall. We can go to a different restaurant next time if you don’t like it. I know a French restaurant that’s particularly delicious.
“Yes! How about we go tomorrow?”
They worried Kevin might decline, so they discreetly nudged Blake. She agreed with her mouth full of food, ” I’m fine as long as I’m not paying.”
A colleague teased, “Blake, you’re pretty tight-fisted. With a salary like yours, you could treat us to dinner. Why not use this chance to do so? We’ll pay next time.”
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Blake thought, “They say to tell me fresh gossip? They had set me up. I wouldn’t have come if I knew they were taking advantage of me. Never have I ever let someone take advantage of me.’
Blake nudged the person beside her with her elbow, “Hey, isn’t my boss who approves my salary here? With him around, I don’t have to treat for this meal today.”
Christina Hartwell was the top performer in the Sales Department. She had a melodious voice with a sweet Taiwanese accent. Many people in the company were fascinated by her. With her beautifully manicured fingers under her chin, she blinked her big eyes at Kevin. The male colleagues around her were stunned by her state.
Christina said, “Blake, from what I’m hearing, it seems like there’s something between you and Mr. Harrison. Are you two in a relationship?
“No way! The company prohibits office romances. If they find out, the couple could get fired. However, I don’t think Mr. Harrison would be the one to lead in breaking company rules, right?”
Kevin drank his glass of water quietly without eating any grilled food on the table.
While Blake was earnestly having her meal, her phone suddenly vibrated. To her surprise, she received another transfer of five hundred dollars and a message from Christina, [Let’s switch seats.]
‘I’m going to be rich! A thousand dollars in hand!’ Blake thought. She quickly replied, [Sure, no problem.]
Blake pretended to have a stomachache and excused herself to the restroom, allowing Christina to sit beside Kevin. Blake saw Kevin and Christina were having a spirited chat as soon as she left.
‘I had never seen him talk so much even though we commuted together.’ Blake thought to herself.
Blake suddenly lost interest after seeing her colleagues had not finished eating. She found a less smoky spot to freshen up herself. Suddenly, someone walked over, sat beside her, and asked, “Had enough to eat?”
Blake looked up in surprise as Edison Langley handed her a can of beer. Without much thought, she took a sip, and her face contorted. “Urgh, it’s tastes awful.”
“Have you never drank alcohol before? “Edison asked.
Blake replied, “I’ve been too busy studying before. No time for drinking.”
“If you really can’t accept it, just stop,” said Edison.
Blake said, “It’s okay. I’ll just treat it like a beverage and drink it slowly.”
Edison noticed Blake seemed to have something on her mind, though she had not explicitly mentioned it. When he saw Blake drink most of it, he asked, “Blake, are you really with Mr. Harrison?”
Blake said jokingly, “I wish to! But would he be okay with it? How could he be interested in someone like me, a nobody, when he doesn’t even fancy the mayor’s daughter?”
“It’s good you’re not together,” Edison muttered.
Blake asked, “What did you say?”
“Oh, nothing! You are a good person. You don’t have to compare yourself with others. Maybe someone in the company has a crush on you,” said Edison.
Blake could hear something amusing from Edison’s words. She bent over and laughed, “Who likes me? Tell me! It might work out if the person is to my liking. Then, my mom won’t hassle me about blind dates every day. I’m just in my twenties, but it feels like she’s pushing me to get married as if my life depends on it.”
Edison said, “Actually, It was…”
After drinking one and a half cans, Blake immediately felt off. She said, ” Oh dear, I’m getting dizzy.”
Fifteen minutes after the alcohol hit, people at the stall heard a strange, howling song. The woman, clearly drunk and disoriented, stumbled around while the guy next to her tugged and pulled.
“When did Blake and Edison become so close? They’ve been gone for so long. They haven’t gone off to do something else, right?”
“During dinner just now, I noticed that Edison’s gaze toward Blake was off the entire time. The moment Blake left, Edison immediately followed suit.”
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“My goodness! Blake is really something! When did she become so popular with everyone?” one of the colleagues exclaimed.
Kevin remained unflinching but set down his glass with an inexplicably strange expression. Everyone watched as Blake staggered over, and Kevin was the only one who did not turn back. They were eager to see what astonishing things she would do next. However, what came next was not expected.
Blake held the beer and walked up behind Kevin. Then, she leaned on his back and rested one hand on his shoulder. She said, “Hey! Who’s this? Why haven’t I seen you before? What’s your name? Which department you’re in? Where do you live? Are you in a relationship? How old are you this year? Who’s in your family? Tell me everything.”
Everyone was shocked. “Blake, are you crazy?”
Kevin cast a chilling, intimidating gaze at Edison standing nearby and asked, ” How much did you let her drink?”
Edison said, “She was fine after just one can earlier, but now she’s had three. Besides, the alcohol content is low. I didn’t expect her to get drunk so easily. I’m sorry, Mr. Harrison. It’s my fault. I shouldn’t have let her drink so much. I’ll take her home now.”
“Go home? I don’t want to go home! I haven’t even started enjoying myself yet!” Blake said loudly. She grinned at Kevin and added, “Handsome, let me sit down and have a few more drinks with you.”
Kevin reached around and pulled Blake’s waist, lifting her. “Claim the cost of this meal from the Finance Department tomorrow according to the procedures. Just say it was my suggestion.”
After Kevin instructed them, he effortlessly lifted the embarrassed Blake as if she were a sack, carrying her away with one hand.
Then, Kevin shoved her into the passenger seat. At this time, several female colleagues said with regret, “If I had known, I would have gotten drunk too. Maybe Mr. Harrison also has taken me home.”
Kevin fastened the seatbelt for Blake. She slumped into the seat with her eyes closed and grabbed Kevin’s tie, using it to wipe her mouth. Kevin’s face instantly darkened. Looking at the now -drunk person, he said nothing. He walked around the front of the car, sat in the driver’s seat, fastened his seatbelt, and asked coldly, “Where do you live?”
Blake waved her hand. “I’m not going home. No one’s at home anyway. I’ll go to your place.”
Kevin looked at Blake with a cold gaze. After a moment of hesitation, he made his decision and changed the destination. Ten minutes later, he brought the drunken Blake back to his office. Although it was crude, at least she was not left on the street.
When Kevin laid Blake on the couch, he felt a powerful force pulling him, causing him to lose his balance and fell. During the close encounter, Blake bit her upper lip and felt a sharp pain as if she was bleeding.
At that moment, Blake forced herself awake from her alcohol-induced stupor and opened her eyes to see a face close to hers. Through her blurred vision, she saw a face close to hers, its eyes showing brief surprise before returning to a calm expression.
Blake even stuck out her tongue and licked her lip, briefly clearing her mind. Kevin started to get up, but Blake, who was stuck on the sofa, reached out and grabbed his tie. She said, “Do you think you can just run away after kissing me? I want a kiss in return.”
Blake pulled Kevin close and kissed him. He was surprised by her strength and could not push her off. During their kiss, Kevin looked at the surveillance camera on the wall, feeling sad.
Seven minutes after the clock struck midnight, Blake was out of breath and completely exhausted. She fell asleep as soon as Kevin broke free.
The next day, Janice, the first to arrive at the office, saw Blake sleeping on the couch and woke her up. “Blake, did you not go home last night? Why are you sleeping here?”
Blake woke up with a splitting headache. When she sat up, her mind was a complete blank.
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It was from that dinner onwards that Kevin and Blake’s relationship started to change slowly. When someone fell for another, it did not require any reason. All it took was a small excuse they found or a moment that made their heart flutter.
This moment came at a bad time, when Kevin tricked her and Mya, taking them to Southern Haven Villas to use as leverage against Madelyn. Since then, Blake began to see that her relationship with Kevin was just professional, without any special bond or affection.
However, every girl’s heart tended to gravitate toward a man much stronger than her. That made her see him in a better light, imagining him to be more wonderful than he was. But it was just an illusion.
Once the illusion broke, Blake would see that the man she liked was not as remarkable as she had thought.
However, moving on from these feelings turned out to be harder than expected.
When Blake arrived in her neighborhood, she kept her head down, appearing lost and distraught. She did not even notice Liam was following her from behind. In a seamless motion, Blake opened the door to her rented house, walked in, and closed the door.
Liam looked at the closed door with his hands in his pockets and said, ” Goodnight.”
Blake felt lost. She saw the clock hit midnight and looked around her 200- square-meter apartment. Every night, she felt lonely. Her parents’ company had given her this large place to live. The rent was only a few hundred dollars a month, and it was in a great location.
‘What’s the use of a good apartment?
I’m still alone!’ Blake thought to herself.
Blake threw the pillow in her hand away, watching as the neatly arranged items on the coffee table scattered. She watched as the water in her cup flowed steadily and said, “You’re a disappointment, Blake!”
All her emotions drained away completely, just like that cup of water.
After a series of examinations at SereneCare Hospital, Audrey finally woke up. She heard the faint sounds from the corridor outside. It was the conversation between Kevin and her maid.
“Mr. Harrison, are you leaving now? Won’t you wait for Ms. Parker to wake up?”
Kevin nodded and apologized, “It’s late and I have work tomorrow. I can’t stay. I’ll visit Ms. Parker when I’m free tomorrow.”
Audrey’s maid looked at Kevin, impressed. She said, “I’ve seen many men with ulterior motives trying to get close to Ms. Parker for their own gain. But, you’re the first one who hasn’t fawned over Ms. Parker in front of her. You’re different from those playboys. You’re now working as an assistant at Jardin Corporation. Haven’t you thought about rising up? Maybe you’ll get lucky, find a patron soon, and have a bright future, right?”
Kevin glanced at the slightly ajar door in front where a corner of a woman’s garment inadvertently revealed itself before disappearing. He said, “I’ll decide myself about what to do. Good night, Ms. Parker.”
‘He saw me.’ Audrey thought.
After Kevin left, Audrey walked out of her ward. Her long black hair flowed down, and her face revealed a faint smile as she watched his disappearing figure. She said, “I knew he was different from others the first time I saw him.”