Chapter 50

Nora chuckled, tapping out a reply. I didn’t do anything that impressive. But sure, I could use some food.”

When she came downstairs, she saw Leo leaning against his limo, greeting her with a big smile.

You convinced everyone here today,” he said, his tone sincere. You’ve earned their respect. I didn’t expect it so quickly.”

Nora took a seat in the car, feeling a mix of pride and humility.

It wasn’t just me. Everyone here made me feel welcome. I just did my job.

It’s more than that

at. You’ve shown them what you’re capable of, and that’s something that’ll take you far here.”

Leo shook his head, amused. “It’s mo

Nora appreciated Leo’s words but still had reservations about being singled out

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want anyone to think I’m trying to climb the ladder too quickly. I’d rather start from the ground up, gain everyone’s trust.”

Leo nodded thoughtfully. “That’s a smart approach. You’ve got a good head on your shoulders. You’ll far.”

Nora smiled modestly and didn’t say anything. They soon arrived at the restaurant where they had made reservations.

Nora stepped out of the lamp, the a

cool evening air greeting her as she straightened her dress.

Lea, ever the gentleman, was quick to open the door for her.

he extended a hand to help her

he said with exaggerated politeness, his tone

head at

aren’t you?” she

“Well you deserve to be treated like one.” he said, with a wink

him, appreciating his charm

soon as her feet touched the ground, something caught

skipping a bear as she spotted Arnold and Charles

had noticed her

and for a brief second, it felt like time stood still.

recovered, her expression unreadable.

bei gaze away, pretending not to

a beat the lowered her hand onto Leo arm,

the professional, picked up on her

smiled and offered his arm to her more firmly Lets go inside Dinner’s waiting,” he

her focus on

asher chest, but

since she had left, and she was determined to hold

going to let old

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Chapter 50

restaurant. Charles voice rang out behind them, Imul enough to catch

incredulously, his tone mocking. Didn’t she used to rush over to

answer

gaze locked on Nora’s back

comment stung, but he wasn’t

away like that? Maybe she’s just playing hard to get. Maybe she’s waiting for you

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