Chapter 251

In the days that followed, Shelmaine avoided going back to her apartment altogether, terrified of running into Samuel. She had learned that he'd bought a place in the same apartment on the same floor. His intentions were all too clear. The thought of it made her uneasy, so she'd been staying at her studio for almost two weeks now. She'd set up a foldable cot in her office, keeping toiletries and a few changes of clothes there. One day, Beatrix couldn't help but ask, "Hey, Ms. Clarke, can I ask you something?" "What is it?" "Did you and Mr. Gallagher argue?" Shelmaine blinked in surprise. "No. Why would you think that?" "Well, you seem pretty off lately. Your eyes are always red, and you live here at the office." Beatrix had clearly noticed the cot tucked away in the corner. Shelmaine's gaze dropped, and she sighed softly. "No, we didn't argue. I've just been busy with work." "Are you sure?" Beatrix didn't look convinced. Shelmaine quickly changed the subject. "Anyway, I've