Chapter 185

The next day, at 8:15 AM, Camila arrived at Connor’s front door. She adjusted her mood, took a deep breath, and for a moment, she felt incredibly calm.

When the door opened and she saw Connor, her breathing faltered for a few seconds.

He was sitting on the sofa and stood up when he saw her. His eyes fixed on her intently, sensing a faint sadness about her that made him slightly concerned.

He was about to ask about her well–being when Camila spoke first. “Good morning, Mr. Connor,” she said, bowing slightly, her professional smile in place.

Connor responded, but his gaze lingered on her face for a moment longer. He noticed her eyes were slightly swollen as if she had been crying.

“Camila, you’re finally here. Come join us for breakfast,” David said with a smile.

Connor frowned slightly, discreetly observing Camila’s reaction. He pulled out a chair, gesturing for her to sit.

Camila returned the smile and declined, “Mr. Connor, I’ve already had breakfast.”

Then, to David, she added, “David, you don’t need to prepare breakfast for me in the future. I’ll eat before I come.”

aback, his brow furrowing unconsciously. He felt an unusual air about

it be more convenient to eat here?”

trouble yourself,” Camila

to Connor, hér eyes carrying a hint

telling him this. He glanced away and

said politely, nodding and smiling before heading to the sofa.

and his frown deepened, a

In a low voice, he asked, “Did you

feigning indifference.

office, Connor couldn’t help but ask, “Camila, the other night… why were you drinking?

polite smile. “Sorry,

reason, just a day

air of estrangement seemed to envelop her. He fell silent for a while,

at Camila and also found her somewhat

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