Sidney would start his job tomorrow.

Before he left, Aveline walked him to the elevator.

Smiling, she said, "Congratulations!"

Sidney gave a shy smile. "I should be thanking you. If it weren't for you, I wouldn't have made up my mind to pursue my passion." Aveline responded, "I just gave you a choice. The outcome is all your own decision, so there's no need to thank me.

Sidney took out his phone. "Can I add you on WhatsApp? We'll be colleagues from now on, and it'll be easier to contact you."

"Sure."

Aveline nodded in agreement and took out her phone, letting him scan her QR code.

After they added each other, the elevator arrived. Sidney stepped inside and waved goodbye to her.

Aveline returned to the office, where Maria was leaning against her desk, looking at her with amusement. "What's going on?"

Aveline looked at her, puzzled. "What do you mean?"

Maria pointed her chin towards the door, indicating Sidney. "You and him...?"

"You're overthinking it. He's just my

an almost imperceptible sigh of relief and then said, "He

Aveline nodded. "No problem."

was her intention

work in

stayed late, working until 9:30 PM. By the

roadside to hail a

"Miss Young!"

a familiar voice

and saw Sidney standing not far away, smiling as

"This is for you."

handed her a delicate

curious.

didn't know how to repay you. I know girls like sweets, so I bought you a small cake. I hope you don't mind.

told you, you don't need

Young, it's just a small cake.

his insistence, Aveline couldn't refuse anymore. She took the box. " Alright, I'll accept

"Okay!"

smiling brightly as he gazed at

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