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."

too much spicy food at lunch, finding herself constantly reaching for water throughout

dialed the internal line without hesitation, "Bring me

water in Stuart's personal

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

her head, "Not

there to mind

Winslet minded. It was about whether Mr. Hetfield did. But it

smile, Morwenna thanked her, making the assistant think how adorable

the assistant left, Morwenna quenched her thirst and resumed her

before getting back to work, the atmosphere

soon dozed off with

virtual meeting, Stuart noticed her asleep and excused himself abruptly,

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