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When Cliff strode into his office with Laney, he turned to his assistant with an unwavering command. “From this
moment forward, Laney has unrestricted access to my office. No appointments needed. Whatever I'm doing, let
her through.”
The assistant managed a nervous smile. “Yes, Mr. Hopkins.”
Laney whispered, “Cliff, he was just concerned about your workload and fatigue. That's why he hesitated to let
The assistant shot Laney a look of gratitude, but Cliff's sharp eyes caught the exchange. “What did | say? Why
are you so scared?”
The assistant remained silent, frozen in place. Cliff's imposing presence was legendary, and the assistant had no
choice but to comply.
The desire to test whether the rumors about his boss's fierce temper—and equally fierce right hook—were true
lingered in the air.
Once inside the office, Laney’s sharp eyes caught the subtle shadows beneath Cliff's eyes. A wave of concern
washed over her. “Am | interrupting? Perhaps you should rest...”
“Whether you're interrupting or not, you're already here,” Cliff's tone softened imperceptibly. His gaze shifted to
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Laney playfully tucked the bag further away. “Who said it's for you?”
In one smooth motion, Cliff pulled her into his embrace, effortlessly claiming the bag. Inside, he found a belt.
He extended his long, muscular leg, offering it as a perfect perch for Laney. Settling against him, Laney
explained, “I was out shopping with Kailyn today, and thoughts of you crept in. | couldn't resist picking this up for
you. Try it on and see if it suits your taste.”
Then, she corrected herself, her voice softening into a heartfelt whisper. “No, | didn’t suddenly think of you. You
occupy my thoughts every minute of every day.”
Cliff, ever practical about material possessions, gave the belt a cursory glance. “It’s nice. How much was it? I'll
reimburse you.”
“You haven't even tried it on,” Laney protested, disappointment coloring her voice.
“What's there to try with a belt?”
Mischief sparkled in Laney’s eyes as she leaned closer. “Lethelp you put it on?”
Her fingers had barely grazed his current belt when Cliff's hand captured her wrist, his expression stern but
tinged with amusement. “Getting handsy in broad daylight again? Are you asking to be scolded?”
Laney puffed out her cheeks in feigned innocence. “I'm not doing anything...”
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