While Dominic was engrossed in sipping his soup, Kathy was struck by a sudden, shocking idea - how wonderful it would be if she could always prepare food for him. The notion frightened her, and she set down her bowl. Why would she think like that so suddenly? “Are you alright? Is something wrong?” Dominic noticed her abrupt stillness and inquired. Kathy's heart raced at his concern. One moment he was formal and strict with work, the next, he appeared so kind and attentive. She felt as though she couldn't catch her breath. "Oh, I'm fine, just my head hurts a bit," she replied. Dominic let out a deep sigh. “You should take some time off from work. I'm afraid you might fall if you keep pushing yourself too hard.” He advised and she turned to look at him.He rummaged through the item shelf and eventually set a box of plastic gloves in front of her. “What are these for?” Kathy asked.“These are protective gloves. Your hand is hurt so you can't get it wet until it heals. These might
Maricela has always craved attention and enjoyed being the focus of the group. Observing everyone's attention on her, she proudly remarked;"It's one thing for the boss to take Kathy to a kid's party, but I heard that he also took her to a private parlor party yesterday."As regular office workers, they were unfamiliar with the concept of a private party and gazed at Maricela with astonishment. "Can it be that you don't even know what a private parlor party is?" Maricela widened her eyes and regarded each of them as if they were unsophisticated individuals.They shook their heads, and Dwight groaned impatiently."Stop skirting around the issue, Maricela, just tell us.""If you must know, a private party is distinct from a typical party. The attendees are individuals with significant connections in the business world. Many substantial transactions and important clients are secured through these private meetings. Regular people like us would never have the opportunity to attend such an
Observing her for a moment, Dominic was suddenly amused, and he couldn't tell why. A deep chuckle came from him as he watched her keenly. Kathy set down her glass and regarded Dominic with a puzzled expression."What's so funny?"Dominic shook his head once with a smile. The restaurant's romantic lights dimly illuminated his visage, his hand half-fisted in front of his mouth, propping up his flawless chin, while his shoulders quivered as he chuckled again."I just find it intriguing that Miss Kathy still exudes a touch of sassiness." He raised an eyebrow with a smirk.Kathy blushed under the warm light and attempted to conceal it by taking a sip of juice, only to discover that her glass was already empty, causing Dominic to laugh even harder.***Following work, Maricela opted not to accompany her relative home, instead arranging to go out with her good friend Estela. "Maricela, I'm a little hungry. Let's grab a bite to eat!" Estela set down her bags and settled onto a chair in the
Abigail was infuriated upon hearing Maricela's defamatory remarks about Kathy. Maricela's repeated accusations had successfully planted the perception that Kathy had slept with the CEO to advance her career, even if the initial scandal between Kathy and Dominic had been mere speculation within the company.As Abigail prepared to confront Maricela and challenge her false claims, a hand gently rested on her shoulder. Startled, Abigail turned to find Kathy standing before her. "Kathy!" she exclaimed.Kathy shook her head and composedly invited Abigail to share her thoughts in the privacy of her office. "If you have something to say, let's head to my office."In a fit of anger, Abigail trailed behind Kathy as they made their way to the supervisor's office. Unable to restrain herself any longer, Abigail unleashed her words as soon as the door closed behind them. "Kathy, did you hear what Maricela said about you? How dare she defame you like that? If she has any courage, she should confro
Henderson Corp found dealing with Terratech to be a mix of simplicity and difficulty. Currently, they were not completely free from Mr. Mcmillan's influence, which had its advantages in the present but might not be beneficial in the long run. Nevertheless, their immediate focus was on accomplishing tasks.As Dominic left Zenith Hotel, he could barely stand and relied on the support of Mr. Mcmillan's bodyguard. Mr. Mcmillan expressed concern and asked if Dominic needed a ride back, offering the assistance of his driver. Dominic, still inebriated, declined by shaking his head and stumbling a little. Mr. Mcmillan grew worried and instructed his men to take him back inside."No need, Mr. Mcmillan. I'll arrange for someone to pick me up," Dominic replied with a smile, shaking his head without showing any signs of drunkenness. Mr. Mcmillan was momentarily perplexed but eventually comprehended the situation after hearing a few words from Dominic.With a dismissive wave of his hand, Mr. Mcmil
The lights in the living room had been switched off, and the window stood open. The glow from the outdoor standing lamp seeped through the window, creating a chilly silhouette on Dominic's face and reflecting in his deep, dark eyes. Kathy couldn't help but feel like she was gazing at her reflection, and no one else's.Leaning against the door, Dominic held Kathy tightly in his embrace. The pressure made her feel as if she were being smothered."Dominic, are you awake? Do you have a headache? Are you hungry?" Kathy sensed that something was amiss with Dominic's current state, so she cautiously inquired.Dominic's warm breath brushed against her face, bringing them closer once again. He closely examined the person in front of him and eventually nodded."I'm not intoxicated. Would you like to stargaze with me?""What stars?" Kathy was now convinced that Dominic was still under the influence of alcohol. The night sky in the bustling city was completely dark, and only the lights of the cit
"Dominic! Wake up! Stop being so carried away...!" Kathy repeatedly tapped Dominic's shoulder, but he appeared oblivious to her efforts and seemed impervious to any pain. He simply gazed at Kathy in silence.Dominic's eyes shimmered, full of light and remorse in a way that she could not understand, causing Kathy to feel a mix of fear and a sense of injustice. Despite his flaws, he had never pushed himself this way or rebelled against himself like he was doing now.This realization left Kathy feeling deeply wronged, and tears welled up in her eyes as she gazed at Dominic's familiar yet strangely distant expression."Why? Why are you crying?" Dominic's heart ached at the sight of Kathy's tears. Gently, his thumbs traced her face as he affectionately wiped them."Dominic, you should be ashamed!" Kathy's tears streamed down her face like a river, her sobs growing louder and more intense.Feeling somewhat powerless, Dominic cupped her face and pressed a deep, wet kid on her left cheek. Th
Almost immediately, Kathy pushed Dominic aside and hurried out of his room swiftly. She sprinted back to her apartment and headed straight to the bathroom. Turning on the faucet, she splashed cold water on her face repeatedly in an attempt to regain her composure.Staring at her tousled yet bashful reflection in the mirror, Kathy couldn't suppress a laugh. Though she couldn't pinpoint the reason for her amusement, she felt a wave of joy wash over her, filling her with an unfamiliar sense of happiness.It had been a while since she last experienced this kind of contentment. As she continued to freshen up, Kathy found herself humming a tune.Meanwhile, Dominic's mood was quite the opposite. Surveying his disheveled bed, he couldn't shake off the memory of how Kathy had pushed him away without hesitation and even made excuses for his behavior. He felt remorseful and foolish.After consuming such an amount of alcohol, he became recklessly impulsive. What set him apart from a scoundrel? Fe