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“Come in.” came the hoarse voice of Noah from within the office.
Ms. Walker was dumbstruck to see her going in.
Inside the office, River’s gaze swept across the empty secretary’s desk at the side. Then, she looked at Noah and said, “I just wanted to say hello before going to assist the young secretary.”
Noah closed the documents on his desk, glanced at her, and stood up. “Okay. I’ll be at the project site.”
He walked past her toward the door but turned around before leaving. I’ll take you out to dinner later.”
River smiled. “You’re so generous, Noah. Aren’t you worried that I might clash with Daniella when I see her?”
Noah narrowed his eyes, his gaze fixed on her red lips. “Don’t force me to silence you, River.”
She was rendered speechless. It was best for her to keep her mouth shut when dealing with a man driven by high testosterone.
After he left, she made her way to her old desk.
Her hand gently caressed the stationery she had used for the past three years. Memories of her hard work and dedication played in her mind.
Before Daniella came into the picture, she had naively believed that she would be with Noah for a long time.
Unfortunately, her childish fantasies were shattered by reality.
She sniffled softly, composing herself. Then she left the desk and headed to the secretary’s office.
However, just as she left, Daniella appeared in the corridor.
She knocked on Noah’s door, holding a bag in her hand
Although her gaze was on the door, she kept a keen eye on the security camera hanging in the corridor.
Realizing that the room was empty, she entered
She knew Noah’s schedule like the back of her hand. That was why she chose to come today.
Approaching the desk, she placed some snacks on it.
Then, her eyes shifted toward the document cabinet on the side. She walked over while licking her lips out of anxiety.
In the secretary’s office, River’s presence stirred excitement among the younger secretaries, who eagerly chatted with her.
They even vented their frustrations about the boss to her.
River responded to each one of them with a smile. Meanwhile, Ms. Walker and Ms. Fisher, who were not far away, rolled their eyes in annoyance.
“Did you see how arrogant that bitch is? Acting like the office can’t function without her!” Ms. Walker remarked.
Ms. Fisher was taken aback by River’s return. “Is she actually back to work?!”
“Shut up! How am I supposed to get promoted if she’s back?” Ms. Walker grumbled
Ms. Fisher pouted. “Let’s be honest here, we’re just jealous of her. Jealous of her competence and the fact that she gets to sleep with Mr. De Marco”
Ms. Walker glared at her angrily. “So now you’re suddenly enlightened? Aren’t you jealous too?”
Ms. Fisher scoffed. During River’s absence, she had seen things clearly. It was true that River’s personal capabilities surpassed everyone else’s.
She would never forget how chaotic the secretary’s office became in those two days that River was gone.
At 5 p.m., when Noah returned, he noticed a crowd gathered around River. They were all observing her work.
Seeing how engrossed she was in her tasks, he made his way to his office.
Upon entering the room, he found Daniella curled up on the couch, apparently resting Snacks were placed on his desk.
Instinctively, he frowned. How long had she been lying there?
He approached her and called out her name in his deep voice. “Daniella.”
He called three times before she slowly opened her eyes.
Startled, she sat up when she saw him. “I’m sorry, Noah I
“If you’re tired, go home,” Noah interrupted, looking away as he walked toward his desk. “Don’t wait for me.”
Daniella quickly grasped her phone from her pocket and stood up. She cautiously looked up at him and asked, “Are you going home for dinner?”
He glanced at her with a flat expression. “No, I’ll have the driver take you home.”
Sadness filled her eyes. “It’s alright, I’ll take a taxi.”
His voice grew deeper. “It’s not safe…”
Knock! Knock!
A knock sounded at the door just as he spoke.
River entered the room after he gave her permission.
She glanced at Daniella, who was holding a bag, before turning her attention to Noah. “I thought we were having dinner together?”
Daniella looked at the man before her in disbelief.
He rejected her invitation because of River?
Who exactly was his fiancee?!
Her face paled from anger, but she dared not lash out in front of him.
She could only suppress her emotions and leave the office…
Once Daniella was gone, Noah coldly questioned River. “Did you do that on purpose?
River admitted proudly, “Yes, I’m delighted to see her being defeated. If it pains you, you can go after her
“River, would you believe me if I said there are no feelings between her and 17” Noah explained, his tone serious.
“Don’t tell me you’re repaying her favor by giving her a status? And you’re keeping someone you actually like out there?” River’s questions were sharp and direct.
“I can only give her status and financial support. Nothing more,” Noah clarified.
“I don’t want to know the details of your relationship! All I know is that she’s pregnant with your child!”
Noah squinted at her mention of that. “River, did you come to my room on the night of the annual dinner?”
“What difference does it make? You slept with her anyway!” River retorted.
River looked away flatly after saying her piece. She didn’t wait for Noah’s response and left the office
The thought of Daniella and Noah being intimate made her feel disgusted.
Having dinner with him was out of the question. She couldn’t peacefully sit and eat with him.
She had only asked that question to witness Daniella struggling to suppress her anger.
Once she left the office, River took a deep breath, forcing herself to calm down.
She checked the time. She should have enough time if she went back right now.
When she arrived at Villa Rosa by taxi, Lily hurriedly came out to greet her.
Lily urged her as soon as she saw her. “Ms. Love is currently taking a shower, Ms. Healy. I saw her place her phone on the table.”
River’s expression turned grim. “Got it. Please stall for me.”
Daniella was staying in a quest room without a bathroom. River could use this opportunity to retrieve what she needed.
Lily nodded and handed her a piece of paper. “This is the passcode to Ms. Love’s phone. I secretly took a look.”
Grateful, River replied, “Thank you, Lily!”
She grabbed the passcode and went upstairs. Seeing the bathroom light was still on, she quickly entered Daniella’s room
As soon as she walked in, she noticed Daniella’s phone on the table.
Suppressing her nervousness, she took out the reader and connected it to her own phone.
As soon as the connection was established, a stream of data appeared on the screen.
River gulped as she watched the progress bar at the bottom, her ears attentive to any sounds.
outside.
When the progress bar reached 50%, a sudden commotion erupted from the next room.
Her heart skipped a beat.