Chapter 2

When Seth left his office that night, Isabella rose

from her seat. At that moment, the secretaries

around her exchanged sympathetic glances, well

aware of her situation.

Once inside the car, he closed his eyes to rest but

then spoke up unexpectedly. “Human Resources

mentioned that you requested your employment

contract two days ago.”

Her heart skipped a beat, but she remained calm

and replied, “I couldn’t recall the exact date I

started working and wanted to check when I’ll be

eligible to change my permanent residence.”

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He opened his eyes and looked at her side profile

with a slight smile. “I thought you disliked Shaffer

Group and were planning to leave.”

“You’re flattering me. I feel fortunate to have the

opportunity to be your secretary.” Isabella flattered

Seth calmly, but her mind was racing.

Although he didn’t say anything, her heart

continued to race. She had contemplated

resigning because he had become increasingly

demanding, and leaving Shaffer Group would bring

her closer to her desired life. Five years ago, she

had dreamt of marrying him, but she had long

since awakened from that dream.

“Mr. Shaffer, we’re here.”

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Isabella’s thoughts were still in turmoil as they

pulled up at the Basilicus Hotel. At that moment,

the hotel staff, led by the manager, awaited Seth’s

arrival with utmost respect.

She composed her thoughts and followed behind

Seth. When they reached the top floor, they were

by a breathtaking view of

massive

elevator doors opened, a strong scent of perfume

wanted to

to displease

aside, causing Louis to bump into

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Giving

eyes lit up as he grabbed

“Shaffer, this woman you brought

those

moved up her arm.

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her teeth and tried

but didn’t retreat.

continued walking inside

didn’t see her there.

time, Louis became

embraced her.

she searched

none. She even glanced

times, but he remained

in the

accompanying executive.

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everyone had taken their

to Seth

much would it

with this secretary

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uncomfortable silence fell over

all glanced warily

would get angry.

the same time, she

back

raised a brow as

Then, he casually mentioned, “She’s been with me for five years, so she probably wouldn’t agree to a small

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those words were

he meant. They

a five–year

so Seth must have grown

of her.

to the repulsive laughter and

took a deep

eyes while enduring Louis‘ approach

She moved aside, dodging Louis‘

Seth, seated across from her,

eyebrow.

Keller, a toast.” She smiled

beside Louis‘ lips. “Thank you for

me.”

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in an

wine with

woman, he said, “Babe, you’re such

sweetheart.”

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the burning gaze coming

smiled even brighter.

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