Audi opened her eyes when she felt someone's breath brushing against her face. Both of her eyes widened instantly, finding the proximity of her face to Xavier's intensely close.Xavier, facing Audi, had tightly embraced her waist."Am I dreaming?" Audi mumbled, pulling her hand slowly to assess the situation."Ouch!" Audi exclaimed when the pinch she gave to her face felt painful, indicating that she wasn't currently dreaming.With difficulty, Audi tried to swallow her saliva. Being so close, she could feel the man's breath leaving an uncontrollable heartbeat debate for her.She had to admit, the man was very handsome. Even while sleeping, Audi couldn't stop staring at him.Complimentary words involuntarily escaped Audi's mouth and mind.The perfectly sculpted figure left Audi only able to gaze and go silent."No! What's wrong with me? Why am I like this? Stop this madness, Audi!"Audi closed her eyes for quite a while, trying to dispel any strange thoughts in her head. At that moment
Xavier came to the office alone.His gaze was sharp, with a typical impassive face that never deviated from its expression."Sorry, Mr. Xavier. There's a parcel for you."Xavier, who seemed focused on his goal of the row of desks specifically designated for staff, then turned to the receptionist's desk.The woman had called him earlier.Without uttering a word, Xavier immediately took the letter and continued his journey towards his delayed row of desks."He doesn't even know how to say thank you. At least say thanks or something; his expression is so flat. There's not a single sign of manners."As usual, gossiping people always talked about Xavier. They seemed unwilling to accept him for who he was.Always wanting anyone in their sight to conform to their discussions.A long sigh escaped from Xavier's mouth as he placed his bag and the letter on his work desk."Why should I even bother!"Xavier quickly dismissed the thoughts enveloping his mind. Suddenly, he found himself intrigued t
Victor returned to his room, enveloped in anger. The unpleasant atmosphere seemed to linger in the space.Victor's rage had a firm grip on him. "Damn it! He shouldn't have been able to do that."The image of Xavier casually mastering the presentation material, something Victor deemed impossible, haunted him.Armed only with unread documents, Xavier managed to accomplish everything effortlessly.Who is this man? Why can he do the seemingly impossible, according to Victor?Even if Victor were suddenly instructed like earlier, he wouldn't be able to pull it off."Damn it! All the plans I've made have fallen apart. I need to come up with new ideas to make that bastard get what he truly deserves."Victor slumped into his oversized chair.A knock on his door successfully captured Victor's attention. His furrowed brow tried to guess the identity of the visitor."Come in!" Victor replied as usual.The man who had been on his mind since earlier turned out to be the one at his door."Good after
Audi positioned herself on a swing near the pool at Xavier's mansion. A long sigh escaped her, still fixated on Xavier's words from last night.The man's uttered words continued to disturb her. "Argh! What's happening to me? Why am I even thinking about it? He has the right to speak and love anyone. Besides, I'm only here to accompany and on Uncle Zavi's orders. There can't be anything more I expect."Audi tried to dismiss all the seemingly irrational thoughts in her head. "Miss Audi, did you call me?"She turned, searching for the owner of the voice. A sweet smile adorned his lips. "Yes. I left greetings with... those who guard the mansion. If you see them, tell them I'm looking for you."Audi repeated what she had told the mansion's bodyguard. Respectfully, Zeyn nodded obediently. "Yes, Miss Audi. He informed me. Is there anything I can do?"Zeyn asked, still somewhat bowed. He seemed hesitant to meet the woman's gaze.His position in the house made Zeyn feel that direct eye contact
Audi seemed to slap herself, trying to wake up from the silly question she had asked Zeyn earlier."You fool! What kind of question is that, Audi? Why would you ask something like that to Zeyn? What if he said it to Xavier? You'd be done with that guy."Audi appeared to pace back and forth like a working iron."Excuse me, Miss Audi!"The familiar voice made Audi turn around. Her unlocked door allowed Zeyn to call her directly."Yeah? What's up?"She hurriedly approached him. He handed her a package."From the post office."Audi nodded, accepting the letter.After that, Zeyn seemed about to leave, but before he could take more steps, Audi stopped him."Wait, Zeyn!"He halted, turning to face her."About my question at the pool earlier. I hope you won't tell Xavier. I'm just afraid if he finds out that I might...""Find out that Miss Audi has fallen for him?"Audi widened her eyes, not expecting such a thought to cross his mind."No! Not that! What are you talking about? There's no way
"Thanks, dear. I didn't know what I would do without you by my side. Maybe, now people will look down on my boutique."Elnora stretched out both of her hands, embracing her lover tightly.The sweet smile on her face never faded, expressing how grateful she was to receive support from her beloved."Yes, dear. You don't have to feel sad anymore. I'm sure there are people who don't like your business and want it to fail. Everything's become a business secret, honey."Victor seized the opportunity, planting a long kiss on the woman's forehead.He responded to his lover's smile with equal sweetness."So, does that mean we have a date tonight?"Elnora, initially happy to be comforted by him, suddenly fell silent. While facing such a crisis, he was still focused on the agreement they made earlier."So?"Lost in her thoughts, Elnora quickly brushed aside that concern. She then looked at the man still holding her in his arms.A slight nod with her gaze meeting his for a moment indicated Elnora
Xavier returned with a flat expression, as usual. However, this time it was clear from his hardened jawline that his mood wasn't good."Where's Zeyn?"Xavier halted, questioning one of the bodyguards on the lower floor.Respectfully, the man informed Xavier of Zeyn's presence on the upper floor, specifically in their special office.Without saying anything more, Xavier immediately headed upstairs.He intended to personally investigate the report Zeyn had mentioned on the phone. Regardless, he needed to ensure everything himself.Click!Upon reaching the special door that could only be opened with a card, it now swung wide open after Xavier placed his card in the detector."What happened, Zeyn?"Xavier entered a dimly lit room.All screens above were on, connected by Zeyn to a computer containing all the information.Allowing Xavier to see everything more clearly."Young Master can see everything for himself. From the reports and the data on the screens, especially the financial report
"Xavier, Xavier? Are you still awake?"Audi is clearly seen faithfully staying by the man's side.After the incident where Audi found Xavier holding his head as if enduring pain, the woman quickly took him back to his room.Audi has no idea what happened to him. She just hopes that he didn't get a clear look at the photo she briefly held."Still in pain?"Audi tries to engage him in conversation.But only faint groans are heard in her ears."You're so stubborn. I told you to see a doctor. I know you're just pretending to be strong. It's better if we go to the doctor now and check about your condition."Audi seems to be persuading the stubborn man.It's not Xavier's nature to easily agree to persuasion from someone he considers a stranger."You can leave my room!"Still holding his head, he gives her a sharp look.Audi is truly baffled. Even in the face of adversity, he continues to show his stubbornness.Not only that, harsh and cold words keep coming from his mouth."No. I'll stay he