Isabella held the documents and had a ten-second standoff with Seth before turning away resolutely. Whether he signs it or not is up to him! She straightened her back and walked out the door. As soon as she breathed in the fresh air, her determination. weakened.

She couldn’t show weakness in front of Seth, but deep down, she knew she had to get the document signed no matter what. She was torn inside, contemplating whether it would be better to go back in and face Seth’s scolding rather than return empty-handed.

“Isabella?” A female voice called out.

Isabella looked up and saw Ariana stepping out of the elevator. She pursed her lips, surprised to see Ariana back. Seeing Seth was one thing, but after last night, she felt a strange aversion towards Ariana and didn’t want to embarrass herself in front of her.

“Do you need something from Mr. Shaffer?” The woman’s voice was gentle.

Isabella put on a smile, trying to appear indifferent. “I have some documents for Mr. Shaffer to sign, but there’s a small problem.”

“He hasn’t signed them?” Ariana seemed surprised as she glanced down at the documents Isabella held. Her tone was sympathetic. “These documents are quite heavy to carry around.” She smiled and suggested, “Why don’t I help you take them back in and ask? Maybe Mr. Shaffer will sign them.”

all, it was uncomfortable for any woman to be outdone by someone of the same sex.

could get Seth to sign, it would only

the document bag to Ariana. “Thank you, Ariana.”

had just been calling her Ms. Years but suddenly switched to Ariana. The quick change in attitude made Ariana take a second look at her. Ariana took the document bag, which was heavier than

relinquishing her responsibility. “Sorry for the trouble.” After saying that, she went straight to the lounge next door, completely ignoring the expression on

had come to terms with it and was actually hoping that Ariana could handle this situation so she wouldn’t have to face Seth again. She sat in the

was stunned. She hadn’t things to go

and said with a smile, “I’ve stamped Mr. Shaffer’s seal on the ones on top. You can check them;

took the bag, but she wasn’t as happy as she had expected. She thanked her, sat down, and began

and said, “Mr. Shaffer may seem cold, but he’s actually a bit childish.

her document checking, her expression stiffening for a

behind her hair and returned a smile.

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