Chapter 2

When Seth left his office that night, Isabella rose

from her seat. At that moment, the secretaries

around her exchanged sympathetic glances, well

aware of her situation.

Once inside the car, he closed his eyes to rest but

then spoke up unexpectedly. “Human Resources

mentioned that you requested your employment

contract two days ago.”

Her heart skipped a beat, but she remained calm

and replied, “I couldn’t recall the exact date I

started working and wanted to check when I’ll be

eligible to change my permanent residence.”

He opened his eyes and looked at her side profile

with a slight smile. “I thought you disliked Shaffer

Group and were planning to leave.”

“You’re flattering me. I feel fortunate to have the

opportunity to be your secretary.” Isabella flattered

Seth calmly, but her mind was racing.

Although he didn’t say anything, her heart

continued to race. She had contemplated

resigning because he had become increasingly

demanding, and leaving Shaffer Group would bring

her closer to her desired life. Five years ago, she

had dreamt of marrying him, but she had long

since awakened from that dream.

“Mr. Shaffer, we’re here.”

Isabella’s thoughts were still in turmoil as they

pulled up at the Basilicus Hotel. At that moment,

the hotel staff, led by the manager, awaited Seth’s

arrival with utmost respect.

thoughts

reached the

by a breathtaking view of a

a massive floor–to–ceiling

the elevator doors opened, a strong scent of perfume filled the air.

wanted

was unafraid to displease anyone

aside, causing Louis to bump

man’s eyes lit up as

woman

Once those

moved up her arm.

gritted her teeth and tried

but didn’t retreat. Behind her,

continued walking inside as

didn’t see her there.

no time, Louis became

embraced her.

she searched for an

escape but found none.

times, but he remained

in the flattery

accompanying executive.

everyone had taken

Isabella, turned to Seth and

“Shaffer, how much would

with this

uncomfortable silence fell over

glanced warily at

would get angry.

same time, she held onto

back unconsciously

brow as he

mentioned, “She’s been with me for five

words were

what he meant. They knew

could maintain a five–year

woman, so Seth must have grown weary of

repulsive

a deep

while enduring

She moved aside, dodging Louis‘

seated across

eyebrow.

toast.” She smiled and placed the

Louis‘ lips. “Thank you for

me.”

an

the wine

woman, he said, “Babe, you’re

sweetheart.”

burning gaze coming from

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