Master of his heart

Chapter 649

Chapter 649

Patrick furrowed his brow as he noticed the shift in the company’s staff–from their initial coldness to a growing acceptance of her, and now, to outright praise. It unsettled him.

Max’s phone rang shortly after. It was a call from his former mentor at Harvard, who mentioned the new secretary. She was the professor’s goddaughter, Annie.

Max had been well–looked after by the professor during his time at Harvard, so he didn’t decline the implied request. Max had thought Michael’s move to be a minor play, but it turned out to be a significant one–Annie was his professor’s goddaughter.

Rubbing his temples, Max recognized this as a hot potato he didn’t want to handle.

Annie knocked and entered, placing the documents on the desk. “Hello.”

There was a respectful tone in her voice, her gaze demure, “These are from my godfather. I just got back to the States this morning and have already met with Michael. I didn’t expect to be placed here, but it came up in conversation with my godfather.”

was casual, her every move exuding

desk, not responding. Initially, he had intended to assign Annie some minor tasks to keep her away from his office. However, the professor requested that Max allow Annie to gain experience under him as she intended to teach at Harvard and take over his position.

child, and was taken in by the professor. He had supported her education and living expenses all the way to university. He had not only adopted her as his daughter but had also

for a

feel pressured,” Annie finally said. “My godfather sent me to learn from you and to complete my doctoral project. If

feel free to ask others.” Max’s face remained

then nodded, “Thank you.” With that, she turned

in just as she exited, their shoulders nearly brushing. The resemblance–her featurés, poise, and aura–were

shuffling through some files, hesitating to speak. “Mr. Dorsey, do you think we should tell Ms. Brielle about

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