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

the top floor, they

view

massive floor–to–ceiling

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

Seth and wanted to hug

was unafraid to displease

Louis to

up as he

“Shaffer, this woman

Once those words fell,

moved up her arm.

teeth and

didn’t retreat.

continued walking inside as

didn’t see her there.

Louis

embraced her.

smile, she

none. She even glanced

multiple times, but he

in the

accompanying executive.

had taken their

Isabella, turned to Seth and

“Shaffer, how much would it take for

this secretary

fell over the

all glanced warily

would get angry.

time, she

her back unconsciously

a brow as he

for five years, so

words were

he meant. They knew no

could maintain a five–year relationship

Seth must have grown

repulsive laughter

deep breath.

eyes while enduring Louis‘ approach

moved aside, dodging Louis‘

across from her, raised

eyebrow.

toast.” She smiled and

glass beside Louis‘ lips. “Thank you

me.”

in an uproar, and Louis

the wine with help from

woman, he said, “Babe, you’re

sweetheart.”

the burning gaze coming from

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