The proposal seemed perfect at first glance, but its perfection was what made it suspicious.

Nicole thought, ‘Let’s wait for Lulu’s investigation. In times like these, being cautious is always wise.’ After leaving Nicole’s office, Ellar went straight to find Patricia.

“Do you need something?” Patricia asked, maintaining a professional calm.

“What happened to your arm?” Ellar pressed, concerned, wondering, ‘How can she get hurt doing office work?’ “It’s nothing,” Patricia instinctively moved her arm under the table, trying to keep it hidden.

Ellar moved closer to Patricia, giving her a look. “Hey, Patricia, don’t stress.

I tried to stay away so you could have a chill and happy life without me.”

“I’m okay,” Patricia tried to calm herself, making it seem like everything was cool.

you?” “Just a small injury,” Patricia said, trying to act

was all over the place, torn between wanting space from Ellar and being afraid that any move might spill her

I might just stick around, you know, be a part of your life,” Ellar

her, holding back the urge to shadow her. Many times, he came close

well-being, wanting

wide, and her mouth opened a bit, but no

how exactly did you hurt your arm?” Ellar tried to keep his voice

Patricia’s voice was faint as she said, “Can you step back

was as faint as a mosquito’s buzz, “Can

He naturally took a couple of

me. What could possibly happen to me

you’re done, you should probably go back. And I have work to do as well,” Patricia dismissed

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