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.

composed her thoughts and

When they reached the top

a breathtaking view

massive floor–to–ceiling

opened, a strong scent of perfume filled the air.

Seth and wanted to

was unafraid to displease anyone

Louis to bump

man’s eyes lit up as he grabbed

this woman

divine.” Once those

moved up her arm.

her teeth and tried

retreat. Behind

then continued walking inside as

didn’t see her there.

time, Louis became bolder and

embraced her.

she searched for an

none. She

but he

in the

accompanying executive.

taken their seats, Louis,

Isabella, turned to Seth and

much would

part with this

silence fell over

all glanced warily

would get angry.

the same time, she held onto

back unconsciously tensed

raised a brow as he

with me for five years, so she probably wouldn’t agree

words were

meant.

maintain a five–year relationship

same woman, so Seth must have grown weary

the repulsive laughter and

Isabella took a deep breath. She

eyes while enduring Louis‘ approach to

moved aside, dodging

Seth, seated across from her,

eyebrow.

toast.” She smiled and placed

Louis‘ lips.

me.”

in an uproar, and Louis

the wine with help

he said,

sweetheart.”

burning gaze

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