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.

said, heading straight to

through a corridor and stopped in front

man with gold-rimmed glasses, looking quite

Teddy, the CEO's secretary. Ms. Chloe, the CEO is still in a meeting. You can wait

I'll wait in the lounge,"

the CEO, please make yourself at home," Teddy

a bit red.

was well aware of her and Connor's situation. There was no need to play coy, then. After pouring Chloe a glass of water, Teddy

the spacious office, which felt more like a suite with various rooms branching off. The doors were closed, so she couldn’t see inside. What caught

panoramic window offered a stunning view of the city below. The

to the large desk. It was piled high with neatly arranged documents. Amidst the stacks, a crystal photo frame stood

a stuffed bunny and smiling radiantly. The photo was old and a bit blurry, but the girl's bright smile was like a

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