As soon as Morwenna sensed Stuart's mood was off, she didn't panic. Instead, she wrapped her arms around him, giving his back a comforting pat.

Her voice, soft and soothing, carried a whisper of reassurance, "Work's got you tied up in knots, huh? Don't sweat it. Take your time, I'm here for you. Once you're off the clock, we can head home together." After saying this, Morwenna offered Stuart a comforting smile.

She settled herself in the lounge area, pulling out the smartphone Stuart had gifted her, and began playing Candy Crush.

The thought of going home together seemed to ease some of Stuart's irritation.

But it wasn't work that had him on edge. It was the caution Fletcher had given him.

He had once schemed against Morwenna.

Morwenna, who couldn't stand even a speck of deceit. What would she do if she found out?

Stuart shuddered at the thought.

Engrossed in her game, Morwenna suddenly looked up, "Stuart, could I get some water? I'm a bit parched."

lunch, finding herself constantly reaching for water throughout

line without hesitation, "Bring me a glass

water in Stuart's personal mug, mistaking

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"Oh... Mr. Hetfield, I used your mug. Let me get

glanced at Morwenna, nonchalantly asking, "Wenna, do you mind?

head,

all, it was clean. What's there to mind about

aback, realizing this wasn't about whether Ms. Winslet minded. It was about whether Mr. Hetfield did. But it seemed Stuart really didn't mind. Quickly averting her gaze, the assistant placed

smile, Morwenna thanked her, making the assistant think how adorable she was. No wonder Mr.

left, Morwenna quenched her thirst and resumed her

before getting back to work, the atmosphere

quiet, for Morwenna soon

of a virtual meeting, Stuart noticed her asleep

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