Chapter 1704

Germaine sighed heavily, taking in her familiar office surroundings as a deep sense of emptiness gnawed at her. Since she and Jenson had become a couple, he seemed to be around less and less. Today was no exception. He had rushed off without a word, and this marked the third time this week he'd been out all day. His sudden detachment left her feeling increasingly disappointed, spiraling into self-doubt. Was it really true that once a man won over a woman, he would lose interest? Germaine knew men like that existed, and she couldn't shake the thought that she might just be another "challenge" to Jenson. From the start of their age-gap relationship, insecurity had been her constant companion. Still, as an adult, she understood that life didn't revolve solely around feelings. As co-leader of the company, she needed to regroup and take charge in Jenson's absence. Determined, she tossed her bag onto the sofa and returned to her desk. Just as she powered up her computer, a private e