Chapter 61

Nicholas smiled mysteriously. Again, his face was very close to Josephine's. He stared into Josephine's eyes sharply, then his hand reached out to caress Josephine's cheeks which were reddish because they were blushing. "Don't worry about the Jade Property. I'll take good care of it. Actually, even before we met, I had already taken care of starting the acquisition process. A few distractions hindered me, but currently the person I entrusted to take care of it has sped up the process." Josephine trembled. Nicholas' hand on her cheek felt cold, but Josephine's heart felt strangely warm. "F-Fine," muttered Josephine. Nicholas kissed Josephine's forehead quickly and distanced himself from Josephine. "Now go home. Sorry I can't accompany you this time because I have work to finish. I will have one of my men escort you home." A sudden feeling of emptiness hit Josephine, when Nicholas turned and walked to his desk, then called someone, telling the person to take Josephine home. Josephine tou