Sweet Subterfuge

hapter 119

When Larissa reached her office, she locked the door behind her, feeling a sense of unease settling in. Unable to fully concentrate on her work, she found herself constantly on edge, listening intently to any sounds or mavemeals outside her office.

When someone passed by her door, she would freeze and be on high alert. Even after the person had moved on, she still felt tense. By the morning’s end, her state of tiredness was no different from when she got off work.

Close to noon, Larissa saved the report she had done halfway and was about to grab lunch. Suddenly, she heard lootsteps outside her door again. This time, the footsteps came to a halt right outside her door.

Subconsciously, she held her breath, her senses on high alert as she tried to discem the sounds. Her heart was racing.

Suddenly, there came three knocks on her door, causing her to involuntarily swallow nervously. Then, she asked, “Who’s there?”

“It’s me.” came the voice of a young man, sounding oddly familiar. As Larissa strained her memory to place the voice, he added. “It’s Lucas Hermes.”

“You’re alone?” she asked warily.

Lucas for a moment, and he responded, “Yes, I’m alone. Is there someone else I should

felt at ease and opened the door. ‘Why are you

talk about business.

in doubl “Talk

a trust fund baby with too much free time.

down. He placed his hands on the table, looking as he was ready to tak business. Larissa dared not

have water in my

said, taking the cup

I want to host a birthday

immediately

a venue, right? I’m not in charge of that. She laughed apologetically

general manager. She will take you on a tour of the banquet halls in our hotel. If you have any questions, feel free to ask her. She can provide you

She picked up the landline and said. “I can call her and ask her to meet you at the elevator on the second llaor. All our banquet hals are located

“Alright

cup. a look of disappointment crossing his lace as he touched his