The moment Sophia stepped into the office, a wave of excitement swept through the team gathered in a little huddle away from
Mr. Crawley's usual domain.
"Oh my gosh, the boss's wife is just the sweetest."
"Yeah, she's nothing like | imagined—so down-to-earth and approachable."
"I know, right? I'm totally in love with her vibe."
"So it turns out Mr. Crawley likes someone like her, huh? No wonder none of us in the office ever caught his eye despite being so
close."
Follow on NovᴇlEnglish.nᴇt"Can't even picture Mr. Crawley being all gentle with someone..."
The ones standing at the front couldn't help but beam and nod, though they were too nervous to start a conversation, afraid of
saying the wrong thing to Mrs. Crawley.
Sophia, not exactly a natural conversationalist herself and unfamiliar with most people there, felt a bit awkward seeing everyone
poised as if awaiting orders. She finally broke the silence, "You guys go ahead and do your thing. Don't mind us; Theresa and | are
just here to hang out for a bit."
Her words released the tension in the room, and a chorus of "Sure thing" echoed as folks returned to their tasks—sfetching
coffee, others slipping off to the restroom, and a few pretending to engage in work discussions. The atmosphere relaxed a bit until
Theresa's bright little voice rang out, "Daddy!" snapping everyone back to attention.
Heads turned towards the office corridor, and there cthe tall figure of Brandon Crawley striding towards them, causing those
who had sat down to promptly stand up again.
"Mr. Crawley."
"Mr. Crawley."
The greetings followed in quick succession, each more respectful than the last.
Kent sauntered out behind Brandon, finally understanding why everyone had been making a beeline for the exits earlier. With a
playful smirk, he gestured towards the group, pointing at them one by one.
Those on the receiving end of his teasing finger either chuckled or exchanged sheepish glances with their colleagues.
Brandon, however, paid them no mind and headed straight for Sophia and Theresa. "What brings you out here?" Sophia asked.
"Just thought Theresa and you might be bored, so | cto check on you," Brandon replied.
His usually reserved voice had taken on a warmth that surprised the onlookers. who exchanged incredulous glances as if to
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