Chapter 21

“Where’s Mr. Connor order?” Camila asked

“It seems like Mr. Connor didn’t order for himself, just for the staff, Marissa replied, her forehead crinkled in confusion. “And this tea time is way too early. I haven’t even digested lunch yet.”

“It’s all sweets. Mr. Connor doesn’t eat those,” Alan added, equally puzzled.

1l go help distribute them. I’ve left yours at your desk, Marissa told Alan.

“Thanks. !‘ll have some when I get back,” he smiled at Camila, “Looks like we’re in for a late night at the office. Mr. Connor is sweetening us up in advance.”

“At least there’s overtime pay,” Camila chuckled.

She and

After they left, Camila opened the afternoon tea bag and was pleasantly surprised. This bakery was expensive! She and Erica loved the desserts from this place. A piece of cake was seventy to eighty dollars with a cup of iced tea. It could cost thousands for the hundreds of employees in the company.

It seemed the boss was in a good mood!

floor–to–ceiling windows, Connor saw Camila enjoying the treat, and he smiled unconsciously.

by the sweets, Camila

up for t the afternoon, focused

deep voice resonated

outside. She glanced at the time–7 PM. No

“Okay,” she responded.

Camila didn’t seem to want to leave, Connor just stood in front of her desk. Camila felt an invisible pressure.

watched her get ready, then headed straight

she waved, “See you tomorrow,

at the passenger seat. “Get

to call a taxi. A free ride home, awesome! Without hesitation, she opened the passenger door, turned her head, and nodded

brows and stretched his neck, closing his eyes to rest. “Drop Camila off first,” he said nonchalantly.

no need, I live far away.” Camila quickly turned her head and waved her hand. Traffic was heavy at this hour. It would take over an hour to get

eyes. “Drive,” he stated

rush hour traffic, Camila yawned repeatedly. The luxury car’s seats were too

parked by the

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