Never Late, Never Away

Never Late, Never Away Chapter 2638

Drawing Boundaries

“You’re still here?” Caiden seemed worried.

“Yes, I still have some work to do,” Joan answered earnestly.

“You shouldn’t work overtime. Just go home. I’m not planning on making money on this studio anyway.” Caiden tried to convince her to leave.

This caught Joan’s attention.

“Caiden, I swear I’m going to help you turn a profit on this studio!” she declared determinedly.

Caiden couldn’t help but smile at her bold declaration, though there was still a hint of frustration in his eyes.

Ah well, she can go on thinking that way if that makes her happy.

“Ok. While I appreciate your enthusiasm, it really is late. Come on; I’ll give you a lift home!” He tugged Joan’s elbow, planning to drag her out of the office with him.

“Hey, wait. Don’t touch me.” Joan shrugged off his hand.

Caiden felt awkward at her actions. Clearing his throat, he headed straight for his car.

can go home myself,” she

you to go home alone. Come on. I’ll give you a lift,” Caiden prodded from inside his

and Lucius wait

his argument. She caved and got

are you avoiding me? I’m not a cannibal, you know,”

should maintain a distance,” Joan answered from

for

sort of distance

I want to turn a profit for you, and I

“Pfft!”

the car came to a halt. Caiden turned around and

can you just be honest with me? If it wasn’t for this team, would you

Well, duh.

“No!” she answered.

at her confident reply.

you really hate me so

you. I just think we should focus on our own work instead

fist on the steering wheel, shocking Joan.

home,” Caiden

he did not get off to

the car speed away, Joan lowered her head. I can’t