NovelEnglishChapter 381
Chapter 381:
“Where are you going?”
With a quick look back, Cedric remarked, “I'll go see how the orchard is doing.”
With a keen eye on the quality of his produce, Cedric had taken to leasing an orchard on the city’s outskirts,
making daily personal inspections a part of his routine. His attention to detail was meticulous.
Just as Daniela was about to respond, the office door burst open, and Alexander made his entrance.
The secretary, wearing a look of regret, addressed Daniela.
“Sorry, Daniela. | failed to hold him back.”
Alexander lingered at the doorway, his eyes locked on the vanishing smile that once graced Daniela’s lips. It
disappeared, leaving a void that pulled his spirits down with it.
He cleared his throat, his voice a mix of hope and hesitation.
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt“Daniela, can we talk?”
“Mr. Bennett, the world does not orbit around your family’s whims. We all have our own burdens to bear. Next
time, consider scheduling an appointment.” Daniela was clearly not in the mood to entertain interruptions,
especially with her work piling up.
Alexander’s hands balled into fists at his sides, his knuckles whitening.
“I'm sorry, | was thoughtless. Please accept my apologies.”
Despite his earnest apology, Daniela remained unmoved, her expression stoic.
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Cedric, who had been observing quietly, turned to look at Alexander with raised eyebrows.
He was taken aback by Alexander's apology. Something was amiss—Alexander must be driven by sulterior
motive today. Cedric’s gaze sharpened, skepticism coloring his watchful eyes as he scrutinized Alexander.
Standing with the poise of a true gentleman, Alexander persisted.
“Then, may | schedule a meeting for this evening? How about Midnight Bar?”
The suggestion seemed out of place—more suited for clandestine romances than serious discussions.
Cedric opened his mouth to object, but Daniela interjected, “I am neither your friend nor interested in any
personal entanglements. Meeting at a bar is wholly inappropriate.” She glanced at her watch.
“You have five minutes. | have another meeting shortly.”
Alexander cast a glance at Cedric, his eyes silently pleading for him to take his leave.
However, Cedric seemed oblivious to the subtle cue, continuing his task of watering the plant without
interruption.
The office was hardly the ideal setting for personal discussions, and Alexander had planned a meaningful
conversation with Daniela for today.
The pressure was mounting from Joyce to finalize the engagement ceremony details, and Alexander felt the
urgency to clear the air before the day ended.
“No worries, take your time,” Alexander responded, his tone soft and accommodating—a stark contrast to his
usually assertive manner.
Follow on Novᴇl-Onlinᴇ.cᴏm“I'll wait for you. If the bar isn’t a good spot, I've also booked a table at a lovely restaurant for lunch. We could go
there.”
His preparation was evident, and without waiting for Daniela’s consent, he offered a polite bow and exited.
Lillian, who had just walked in, watched Alexander's smooth exit in surprise and turned to Daniela, curiosity
piqued.
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