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

When they reached the top

a breathtaking view of a river at

a massive

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

and wanted

was unafraid to displease anyone

causing Louis

up as he

this woman you brought with

Once those words

moved up her arm.

her teeth and tried to suppress

didn’t retreat. Behind her, Seth

walking inside as though

didn’t see her there.

Louis

embraced her.

smile, she searched

none. She even

but he

indulging in the

accompanying executive.

had taken their

to Seth and

how much would it

part with this secretary

uncomfortable silence fell over the room as

warily at Seth,

would get angry.

she held

back unconsciously

Seth raised a brow as he

Then, he casually mentioned, “She’s been with me for five years,

words

he meant. They knew

maintain a

must have

the repulsive laughter and

deep

enduring Louis‘ approach

ear. She moved aside, dodging Louis‘

across

eyebrow.

Keller, a toast.” She

Louis‘ lips. “Thank

me.”

were in an

Finishing the wine with help from

said,

sweetheart.”

gaze coming from

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