Chapter 34 Back To Work

Olivia’s POV I could finally breathe the crisp air outside the hospital, a week after my ordeal. Damien, predictably, hadn't bothered to pick me up. I hailed a cab, reminded myself that I wasn't his girlfriend, and headed home. Rest became my sole agenda for the day. Morning arrived with a determination to change the narrative. I slipped into a sleek navy blue suit, carefully styled my hair with a hairpin, and applied minimal makeup, hoping to catch Damien's attention. A newfound confidence surged through me as I made my way to work. Entering Damien's office, I cleared my throat, "Hey Damien, I'm back." He nonchalantly glanced up from his work, “Oh, that's nice.” He squinted his eyes. “It's that makeup?” I nodded excitedly. “You look better without it,” he remarked. My eyebrows shot up in disbelief. "Seriously? After all the time I spent in the hospital, that's your greeting?" He shrugged, unfazed. "Just an observation." "Observation?" I retorted. "What about