Bye-Bye Jerk, Hello Mr. Right by Rosie Steppe

Chapter 272

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Chapter 272

Hayden sounded polite enough, using "please" and everything, but it still felt like a command from a superior.

And I knew this wasn't about work. Yesterday, he'd grilled me about those flowers from Brad, and now he'd just seen this whole scene go down firsthand. Was he planning another interrogation?

It hit me then-having a boyfriend is basically inviting trouble. If there were nothing between us, I could've just brushed Brad off and been done with it. No drama.

But now? I still had to deal with Hayden.

Ugh, it's true-no guy is ever completely chill.

With everyone's eyes on us, I couldn't exactly refuse. So, I reluctantly followed Hayden to his office.

It wasn't far from mine and was pretty minimalistic, except it was packed with all kinds of gadgets. Besides the standard desk, chair, and computer, there were tons of electronic equipment everywhere.

I had no idea what most of them were for, but all that gear definitely looked like the kind of setup that screams seven-figure salary.

I was still trying to make sense of it all when I heard the door click shut behind me.

noticed the nameplate on his

title that came with a seven-figure

looked at me.

so intense it made my heart race every time our eyes met. After last night, facing him directly felt

to his gadgets, pretending to check them

day off? Why are you here? His question made me stop pretending to be interested in

him. "Mr.

His jaw tightened slightly.

together, but that doesn't mean you get to control my life, especially my job. Even if you're trying to look out

lips parted. "I get it.

push it further, so

welcome. I gave

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"Kiki," Hayden called out.

professional at work, and... I'd prefer if no one knew about

interested in anyone else. I just don't want people gossiping

there, trying to avoid any

"Okay," he agreed quickly.

you get back to work," I

Hayden stepped in front of me again. "What