The next morning, I arrived at work and was greeted by employees at the entrance until I reached my office.



I raised my head to observe the person coming in as I sat in my swivel chair reviewing the reports that were presented to me.



'You're right, Arman. Is everyone on the board ready for the meeting?"



'Yes, sir. They're all waiting for you to arrive."



I quickly rose and put my hands into the pockets of my black slacks while pulling my tuxedo down.



As we reached the meeting room, I stepped forward, followed by my colleagues.



When the doors opened, everyone within stood and bowed in greeting of my arrival.



I was a little disturbed as soon as I sat in the center chair. I shifted my head to the left, my eyes widening as I landed on Alex's stare, curious about what it was.



With his look, my chest clenched.



When Arman tapped my shoulder, I turned away. 'Are you OK,

I almost turned around and blinked for a second before turning to face him. I appeared to be unprepared for this encounter.



I summoned all my confidence and looked him in the eyes as if I didn't care for him any longer, as if he were just another employee. As if.



'I'm OK." I stretched my lips to grin, unsure if it was enough to make it appear as if I was overjoyed to see Alex again.



Tell me more, Alex. Tell me if you're furious or if you still want me after everything I've done.



He returned my smile with a nod.



'I had no idea you were that wealthy, Chen."



He laughed and took a step forward until he was close to the rails.



I could smell the scent I had been missing as he stood alongside me.



It was then that I noticed he was still wearing the same cologne he had been wearing before.

His fragrance remained unchanged.



I mentally mocked as my gaze remained fixed on

As she stared at me, Jewel shrieked. Her hands pressed against her face. 'When I remember that, I can't help but flush."



'What?" Stephanie asked again in response.



Topaz, on the other hand, sounded like she was begging Jewel to spill the beans.



While I was experiencing goosebumps up my spine to the base of my skull, Topaz inquired, touching her shoulders many times because of the thrill.



I kept my cool while holding the mug. Despite my constricted chest, I maintained a blank expression on my face.



'There was also a bromance between Mr. Lau and Mr. Yoon. And amid their preparations, they displayed nothing except their love for each other. They held hands, hugged, and displayed in the same way that K-pop boy bands do," Jewel mentioned after she let out an exasperated sigh.



I noticed the two women's faces turning scarlet and their voices became louder as they squeaked.





The next morning, I arrived at work and was greeted by employees at the entrance until I reached my office.



I raised my head to observe the person coming in as I sat in my swivel chair reviewing the reports that were presented to me.



'You're right, Arman. Is everyone on the board ready for the meeting?"



'Yes, sir. They're all waiting for you to arrive."



I quickly rose and put my hands into the pockets of my black slacks while pulling my tuxedo down.



As we reached the meeting room, I stepped forward, followed by my colleagues.



When the doors opened, everyone within stood and bowed in greeting of my arrival.



I was a little disturbed as soon as I sat in the center chair. I shifted my head to the left, my eyes widening as I landed on Alex's stare, curious about what it was.



With his look, my chest clenched.



When Arman tapped my shoulder, I turned away. 'Are you OK, sir?"



I nodded and shifted my gaze to the report on the table, threading my fingers as I listene

Chapter 4.1 - Chen