Chapter 25

The secretary hung up the phone, looking a bit dazed like she hadn't fully processed what just happened.

"Who was that on the line?" someone nearby asked.

"It was the boss," she replied, still trying to regain her composure.

Connor was notoriously private, never giving interviews or making public appearances. The outside world knew very little about him. However, the receptionist was the company's most inquisitive and talkative employee, and she naturally had all the inside scoop on the CEO. So, she instantly recognized his voice.

The envious and curious glances in Chloe's direction intensified. What kind of relationship did this woman have with the CEO to warrant a personal call from him? Had she really called the CEO just now?

"The CEO's office is on the 32nd floor," the envious employee said reluctantly.

Chloe said, heading straight

her up to the 32nd floor in no time. Chloe walked through

gold-rimmed glasses, looking quite sophisticated, opened the

is still in a meeting. You can wait here for a bit," he

think I'll wait in the lounge," Chloe

CEO, please

bit red. She managed a gracious smile.

There was no need to play coy, then. After pouring Chloe a glass of water, Teddy left the

more like a suite with various rooms branching off. The doors

over to it. The panoramic window offered a stunning view of the city below. The traffic on

taking in the view for a while, Chloe turned her attention to the large desk. It was piled high with neatly arranged documents. Amidst the stacks, a crystal photo frame

a photo of a little girl in a pink tutu with adorable pigtails, holding a stuffed bunny and smiling radiantly. The photo was old and a bit blurry, but

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