#146 “You Do Enjoy Keeping Me in Suspense.”

Benjamin stormed out of Sophia’s office, barely containing the real reason for his anger. If he had lingered a second longer, he might have spilled the truth.

The rumors about Alexander and Sophia being together tormented Benjamin, robbing him of peaceful sleep. He had been in love with Sophia since the moment he laid eyes on her.

For years, Benjamin had concealed his feelings, secretly hoping for a chance, especially after Sophia’s divorce. However, the rumors of her involvement with Alexander shattered those hopes.

The way Sophia and Alexander bantered, her smile when she spoke to him, it all drove Benjamin to the brink. Unable to endure the sight, he left, seething with jealousy.

While he genuinely wished for Sophia’s happiness, the thought of her being with Alexander gnawed at him. Benjamin, distrusting Alexander and suspecting him of ulterior motives, couldn’t shake off the feeling that he was taking advantage of her.

Jealousy consumed Benjamin, propelling him into the streets with a purpose. He wasn’t going to let things stand. Determined, he intended to reveal Alexander’s true colors to Sophia.

*

The afternoon sun bathed Alexander’s sleek, modern office in a warm glow as he leaned back in his leather chair, fingers tapping rhythmically on the polished surface. Laura, his sharp- witted and ever-efficient secretary, walked in with a cup of coffee in hand.

“Hey, Laura, have a seat. I’ve got something to share,” Alexander greeted her with a charming smile.

Laura took a seat across from him, eyeing him curiously. “Of course, what is going on? You seem unusually chipper.”

Alexander chuckled, a mischievous glint in his eyes. ” Sophia agreed on a date tonight. Let’s just say, things are progressing quite well.”

her lips. “Ah, the elusive Sophia. I’ve been

that’s not all. I’ve decided to step up my game. I want this

in romance? You must be

her my plan before me. I need you to design at

seriously, I’m happy for you. Sophia is not an easy one to

time to get ready for

right. I’ll leave the office, but

you if someone’s dying. Do not

wit. With a final wave, he gathered his belongings and headed out of the office, leaving the world of business

him. He had made a

opted for a more relaxed look-jeans that hugged him in all the right places and

from his usual formal attire. A slow, appreciative smile spread across his face, and he couldn’t help

teased, her gaze

holding a playful undertone. He extended his arm,

Alexander drove through the city, the destination unknown. She turned to him with a playful grin,

smile. ” Ah, that would ruin the fun, wouldn’t it? Just trust me; it’s going to be

keeping

life should have a bit of mystery, don’t you think?” Alexander

enough. But I hope

‘good’ food,” Alexander teased. “I’ve got something

“Special, huh? Now you’ve really

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