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.”

uncomfortable for any woman to be outdone by someone of the same sex. But if

to sign, it would only

hesitated for a moment, then handed the document

suddenly switched to Ariana. The quick change in attitude made Ariana take a second look at her. Ariana

for the trouble.” After saying that, she went straight to the lounge next door, completely ignoring the expression on Ariana’s

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 lounge, playing with her

minutes later, Ariana came out. Isabella was stunned. She hadn’t things to go so smoothly. expected

and said with a smile, “I’ve stamped Mr. Shaffer’s seal

she had expected. She thanked her, sat down, and

Shaffer may seem cold, but he’s actually a bit childish. Don’t take it to heart.”

document checking, her expression stiffening for a

behind her hair and returned

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