Echoes of Unrequited Love

Chapter 135

I guessed I just had to save my own face and say, “Can’t do nothing about it. Working with Mr. Zade, if he just snaps his fingers, not to mention getting up early and braving the cold. I wouldn’t dare say ‘no‘ even if he asked me to collect dew from the treetops.

It was just some passive–aggressive talk, wasn’t it? Anyone could play that game.

No sooner had I finished speaking than Shirley’s attention shifted to Hogan’s face. “Mr. Zade, what kind of task have you assigned to Ms. March, leaving such a gorgeous woman feeling so wronged?”

Hogan lifted his eyelids, all chill and breeze. “Just some trivial stuff.”

Hearing him brush it off like that. Shirley glanced my way but didn’t press further. She quickly changed the subject to the day’s agenda.

“Our hotel’s hot springs are famous far and wide. Now that Mr. Zade is here, you’ve got to give it a proper go.

Thank goodness for the famous hot spring they had, known for its mineral–rich waters that attracted tourists all year round. It made sense for Shirley to invite Hogan.

But getting into a hot spring meant swimsuits, and those two alone.

President Stapleton sure had a trick or two up her sleeve when it came to wooing

next

actually said yes.

right?” Shirley suddenly looked up at me with a friendly face, “Then come

denying all the savvy I’ve picked

years.

packed, and I don’t have a swimsuit with me. I’m afraid I can’t join you and Mr. Zade.”

wasn’t looking for Shirley’s approval with my move, just trying to avoid making more mistakes. But right after I finished talking, she said. “No worries. Ms. March, our resort sells swimsuits. That’s

taken aback. Shirley

couldn’t find a good reason

us

into the women’s changing

corner. “Your swimsuit is in there;