Sweet Subterfuge

Chapter 272

Edmund had no clue about being discreet–perhaps due to his inherently carefree nature or simply not caring about external opinions. In the span of a single attemoon, he made two visits to Larissa’s office. Although their interactions were work–related, Larissa could easily discem through the transparent glass that several employees from the marketing department had been stealing glances and peeking inside during their breaks.

Larissa purposely left the blinds open and even left the door slightly ajar to avoid any misconceptions, showcasing her innocence regarding Edmund. However, he remained completely oblivious to all of this.

Their conversation carried on until the end of the workday. Edmund was aware that Larissa resided in the hotel, so he took the opportunity to invite her to have dinner together. Feeling helpless. Larissa had no choice but to decline, citing her desire to lose weight and skip dinner. Edmund didn’t suspect anything and merely displayed a hint of disappointment.

Exhausted, Larissa returned to her room. As soon as she opened the door, she found Kevan already waiting in the living room. He leaned against the couch, casually resting his legs on the coffee table while holding a transparent highball glass in one hand. He was gently swirling his wrist, and the liquid inside the glass swayed: a drop splattered onto his pristine white shirt, leaving a dark red stain.

by this mishap, Kevan appeared

65–inch LCD TV displayed shopping advertisements that lacked any real substance. Though his gaze remained

focus. When he heard the sound of the door opening, he turned his head slightly. Larissa collided with his

getting lost in the whirlwind of complex emotions within. It took

you?” she cautiously

merely took a sip of his drink, and the remnants of wine staining his lips a deep red. Then, he narrowed his eyes and subtly

but quickly realized that he must have heard rumors about her growing too close to Edmund.

I mean, your cousin. It’s purely professional interaction at work.”

in the office?” Kevan’s gaze darkened while his voice tinged with coldness. He made it evident that

and powerlessness.