Chapter 289

Nathan gave a faint smile. “I was actually planning to ask you out later,”

“I’m heading to Shaville for work tomorrow,” Victoria said, taking slow sips from her coffee

cup.

“How long will you be away?” Nathan asked softly.

“Jared said they need a new hotel over there, and he wants me to take charge of the

project,” I explained, glancing up at him.

Nathan looked stunned for a moment.

“I didn’t expect him to make this decision either, but honestly, I’m looking forward to

working there.” I shared my thoughts.

Nathan lowered his gaze, thought for a bit, and smiled frustratedly. “Did Mr. Holcomb find

out something?”

“You think he did this on purpose?” I raised an eyebrow and smirked.

“What else could it be?” Nathan shot me a frustrated look. “Why else would he suddenly

send you to Shaville? He has plenty of capable people at the company. Why you?”

Alright, I suspect Jared did this on purpose as well.

“I’m sorry, but right now I want to focus on my career.” My expression was resolute, even slightly cold.

Nathan gave me a soft look and chuckled, “Do you think I’d stop you from going to

‘Shaville?”

I was taken aback.

something of yourself, and I’ll support

gazes locked, and Nathan’s eyes grew more

my head.

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became slightly heavier. He suddenly stood up, placed his hands on either side of my chair,

He thought I wasn’t cooperating enough and pinched my chin. with one finger. His kiss was bold

mind went blank,

felt different from

we were still close, both breathing heavily. I stared at

me, his

was totally caught off

to be with you. Back when you were

you. I could only stay by

want to pursue you,” Nathan said, his voice

all

divorced, and now Nathan

wasn’t ready for

I think I need some time.” I snapped back to reality. Nathan was great. His appearance was my

He sat back down, his

expected him to be angry, but he

awkward warmth. That intense kiss had left

racing.

helped to cool down the intensity

you leaving tomorrow?” Nathan asked, eating slowly as he

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