Chapter 311

When Aurora returned to the Cordia, the clock on her wrist showed 6:00 pm. It was still early. "Ms. Reed, why don't you rest for a bit? Dinner will be ready soon," Connie said as she handed her a glass of warm water. Aurora accepted it with a polite nod. "Thanks. Is Owen back yet?" "Yes, he's back. He's in the study. I was just about to bring him a glass of water." Aurora glanced at the tray in Connie's hands and noticed the other glass of water. "Let me take it to him." Connie smiled, clearly relieved. "Thank you, Ms. Reed. I'll head back to the kitchen to finish dinner preparations." … Aurora picked up the glass and made her way to the study. She knocked lightly on the door, and Owen's cold voice called out from within, "Come in." She opened the door and stepped inside, spotting Owen seated at his desk. He was deeply engrossed in his work. His expression darkened slightly at being interrupted, his brows furrowing in faint displeasure. Aurora hesitated for a m