61: Cold behaviour
Author: Viki West
last update Last Updated: 2024-10-29 19:42:56
After a long while of working and drafting ideas, Henry decided to stand up from his seat and go out for a stretch.

Coincidentally, Irene was also coming out to submit some work to the Vice President. So, they met on the way.

As Irene see Henry, she was slightly taken aback. but then, she remembered he was also working in the company.

Irene was still furious about the other day. She couldn't believe he suspected her of something like that. What would even be her motive? She suppressed a sigh and shifted her gaze away. Steadying her gaze, she adjusted her suit.

"Good day," she mumbled briskly before shifting her focus ahead to start walking away.

Henry heard her and knew she was probably still furious. Incidents from the other day replayed in his head. In a moment, he gently took hold of her wrists.

Irene halted when she felt his hand in hers. She squeezed her eyes shut, inhaling deeply, and tightened her fists. After a moment, she released her breath and slowly unfolded her fingers,
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