In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

Chapter 352 Why Was There a Woman in Your Bed

Grace made a soft sound of acknowledgment, feeling an inexplicable sense of peace at that

moment.

In just two minutes, she saw Xander striding toward her.

By the time he reached her, she could clearly see a thin layer of sweat on his forehead.” Xander, did I disturb you?”

When Xander felt the distance she put between them, he took her hand and walked toward the

company.

“Gracie, when did you become so polite with me? You can come find me at any time. It’s never a disturbance.”

Grace smiled. She could feel the warmth in his palm, and at this moment, that warmth was genuine.

The two of them walked through the lobby on the first floor, garnering various curious gazes. Grace felt the scrutiny but was surprisingly unembarrassed. Instead, she felt inexplicably reassured.

Inside the elevator, Grace explained, “Aunt Hestia told me it’s your birthday today, so I came

Xander turned to her. “Why didn’t you tell me in advance?”

Tell him in advance? So she wouldn’t see the scene in the office?

instantly plummeted. Xander clearly sensed her change in mood, so he asked, “What’s wrong?”

shook her

her face away but couldn’t help asking, “Xander, what’s your relationship with your former

Xander frowned.

mean Ms.

Grace nodded.

her boss,

with an “oh”, but her expression clearly

“Why are you suddenly

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the elevator doors slowly opened, Grace looked at the busy scene in the office, Without a word,

quickly followed.

Mr.

two entered the president’s office one after the other, and Xander closed

“Gracie, what’s wrong?”

on the cake on the desk. He remembered Grace’s words in the elevator, and a hint of joy appeared in his eyes. He couldn’t help walking toward the desk.

stopped him.

stood in front of him, looking a bit sulky as she pouted, which made her

adorable.

at her. “Gracie, did you

confirmed nor