Chapter 1028

Natalie was startled. Yet, as she met Austin's gaze, she found it hard to look away. It was as if there was a hook drawing her in. Suddenly, she realized that Austin was teasing her. After swallowing hard, she said, "Yes, I like you, Mr. Powell! I've been a fan of yours for a long time." Lately, she couldn't help but feel that Austin seemed more charming than ever. Hearing her say "fan", Austin's expression darkened a bit. "That's good to hear." "What does he mean by 'good to hear'?" Natalie thought, feeling a bit confused. She wondered if she was reading too much into it. It felt like there was a deeper meaning in his words, almost as if he was hinting at something. But then again, she thought she might be overthinking it. If Austin had something to say, he could just tell her directly—there was no need to drop hints. After all, she was just an employee, diligently following her boss' orders. As Austin noticed Natalie's expression changing, he sighed inwardly. He wondered what