Chapter 27

Sage shot Michael a smile. “I’ve just registered for a kickboxing class.”

Delight fleeted across Michael’s expression. “What a coincidence! I’m a trainer who specializes in kickboxing!”

It really was a coincidence.

Sage thought the next time she’d meet Michael would be at a business meeting where they’d negotiate about the collaboration. She didn’t expect to see him so

soon.

“I guess I’ll be seeing more of you in the future,” Sage said smilingly. “Have fun working. I’ll be leaving now.”

“Wait, miss!” Michael called out.

“What is it?” Sage asked.

Michael offered shyly, “I don’t know how to repay you for the kindness you’ve shown me back then. Why don’t I treat you to a cup of joe?”

Sage just smiled while shaking her head. “Perhaps next time. I don’t want to take up your time since you’re working at the moment.”

“It’s fine. Actually, I’m about to get off work,” Michael said hurriedly.

He had a youthful face, to begin with. The sight of him looking so anxious made. him seem like an inexperienced and gullible teenager.

Sage could finally understand how older women felt when they laid their eyes on vulnerable young men like Michael. She could practically feel her heart go out to

him.

Her lips curled into a small smile. “In that case, I’ll take you up on your offer.”

“Okay! Just give me a moment, yeah? I’ll be back as soon as I change my clothes!”

had already exited the sports complex by the time.

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in,” she said.

got into the car while looking at ease.

good at driving, so you’d better be prepared for what’s about to

I trust you,” Michael responded seriously, his clear eyes boring into

responsible for his safety.

we going?” she asked.

to drink? It’s

a moment before replying, “Let’s

lattes when she was still studying at

with Ian.

drink at a well–known coffee shop

the coffee powder is made of high–quality coffee beans, and the milk is super fresh. I assure you that it’ll taste great. Just

probably in a rush to use the elevator, so

an extra latte nestling inside a trash can

was saddened by Ian’s heartless act for a moment. Then, she thought she

then, Sage no

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thought that she must have been dropped on the head as a baby. Why else would she act

appreciate her efforts of going to great lengths just to buy him a latte. In that case,

have to take my financial situation into consideration. I have a few part–time jobs, so I can always treat you to a nice

in response. “I’m not looking down on you. I’m really craving a latte

his head bashfully. “I know a shop that

latte.”

Michael navigating her the whole time. Business at the coffee shop was booming, that was for sure. The customers visiting the establishment were mostly youngsters.

you like to drink, miss?”

to remind him. “Just call me Madam Joyner from now

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