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 and

reached the

by a breathtaking view

a massive

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

and wanted

unafraid to displease anyone

causing Louis

man’s eyes lit up as he grabbed

“Shaffer, this woman

Once those words fell,

moved up her arm.

her teeth and tried to

but didn’t retreat. Behind

continued walking

didn’t see her there.

time, Louis

embraced her.

she searched for an

escape but found none. She

but he

in the flattery of

accompanying executive.

had taken

turned to Seth

would it take for

this

silence fell over the

warily

would get angry.

time, she held onto the

her back unconsciously

Seth raised a brow as he gave Isabella

for five years, so she probably wouldn’t

those words were spoken,

he meant. They knew

could maintain a five–year relationship

must have

the repulsive laughter

a deep

while enduring Louis‘ approach to

moved

seated across from

eyebrow.

toast.” She

lips. “Thank

me.”

were in an uproar, and Louis

Finishing the wine

he said,

sweetheart.”

the burning gaze

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