“I just wanted to check on Nicole,” Ellar explained, trying to appear composed.

Internally, his world wasn’t calm at all. Observing Patricia from a distance in the past few days brought him comfort, and seeing her well added to that. Now, being so close and talking to her, he couldn’t contain his emotions.

“Ms. Riddle should be here soon,” Patricia said, quickly regaining her composure.

After putting the papers on the desk, she turned and walked away. Ellar’s sudden appearance had surprised her, stirring up different feelings. Right now, all she wanted was to get away.

Coincidentally, Nicole arrived and encountered Patricia at the door.

“The documents are on the desk, Ms. Riddle. I’ll handle other matters,” Patricia reported.

“Sure.” Nicole noticed Patricia leaving in a bit of a hurry but didn’t pay it much mind and walked into the room.

As soon as Nicole saw Ellar, a realization struck her. ‘Oh, it’s because he’s here.’ “What brings you here?” Nicole asked Ellar.

morning, Nicole.” Ellar immediately stood up

Nicole calmly looked

they’re worried?” Nicole asked with

to downplay it, Ellar responded, “Not much, just been busy with work lately.” “Busy?” Nicole asked again, her tone carrying more

hesitated. “Nicole, do you already know

Nicole was already aware; otherwise, she wouldn’t be asking in this

Nicole remarked, “To keep something unknown, best not to

implying. His voice softened. “I’m just concerned about Patricia.” “If you’re worried about her, why hesitate to see her?” Nicole questioned, a bemused expression on her

lowered his head. “I don’t want to complicate things for

want to

presumed Charlie was Patricia’s boyfriend, and he restrained himself from getting too close, fearing it

concentrate on rebuilding your own life? Rather than investing

paled slightly, but he

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