A One Night Stand With My Boss

Chapter 113

The day after the art exhibition ended, Camila received the promised painting from Emily as a gift.

Sitting at her desk, Camila’s gaze remained fixed on the artwork, a troubled expression on her face. The painting was undoubtedly valuable, and she felt it was too generous a gift to accept. After much deliberation, she carefully cradled the painting and knocked on Connor’s office door.

“Come in,” came Connor’s voice from inside. Camila gently pushed open the door and entered. She approached Connor’s desk and gently placed the painting on it, her voice barely above a whisper.

“Mr. Connor.”

Connor looked up, his eyes flashing with surprise as he glanced at the painting on his desk. How did this painting end up here?

This painting was a gift from Ms. Emily, and it’s far too precious,” Camila explained.

Connor’s eyes lingered on the painting, his brow furrowing slightly. He remembered his father joking that this painting was a collaborative effort between him and his son. It was cherished and meant to one day adorn Connor’s child’s room.

Why would his mother give such an important painting to Camila?

given, there was no taking it back. Connor was silent for a moment before looking up at Camila, his voice calm. “Since she gave it to

loved the painting, but its value was more than she felt comfortable accepting.

continued, “I tried to decline Ms. Emily’s generosity, but

explain to her? Tell her I’m very grateful, but I just can’t accept such an extravagant gift.”

you return it.” Connor’s voice was thoughtful, almost low. “It

“But…”

now. I’ll help

“Thank you.”

her life was being pulled in directions she’d never

by the elite socialite,

her phone rang, snapping her out of her reverie. “Hey, girl! I’m back from my business trip! Dinner tomorrow night?” Erica’s voice brimmed with

you to a fancy dinner!” Camila