Chapter 267



"But... but..."

"Ms. Ann, do you think I'm not good enough?"

"It's not that you're not good enough; I just think you two don't match well."

"Why not?" Pax flexed his arms, showing off his biceps. "I mean, my physique and looks aren't too shabby, right?"

Ann couldn't help but laugh at his childish display. "I just feel like Chloe doesn't really see you as a man."

It was obvious to anyone. Chloe only treated him as a younger brother, maybe even a little kid.

Pax's mood sank immediately.

They'd been around each other for a week, so how could he not have noticed?

all. Sometimes, he'd purposely come

a six-pack. Even if he flexed his muscles right in front of her on purpose, she barely glanced his way. She showed no

she'd remind him that the air conditioning was cold and that he should hurry and get dressed to

he needed to confess

left. His mom could find out

a man, nothing could ever happen between them. So he

guaranteed, but he just wanted Chloe to know he was pursuing her as a

getting home, Pax called Chloe. "Chloe, do

"Yeah, what's up, Pax?"

so supportive, and I have a gift I want to give you." Chloe's voice was soft and pleasant. "Oh, you don't need to give

now, huh. Alright, I'll bring a

Chloe really liked Pax.

meeting was by chance, for some reason, she always felt a sense of familiarity around him. Moreover, this young man was clean and kind, like the morning sun. He was also independent,

him

the afternoon, in the CEO's office of CNR Tower,

here's the report you asked for." Connor didn't rush to open it.

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