In the Lap of Luxury by Unsweetened Chestnuts

"Has anyone ever told you that you're terrible at kissing?"

Grace immediately felt wronged. "I haven't kissed anyone else other than you."

Her words pleased Xander, and the last hint of hostility dissipated from his face. He pressed the button for the top floor again. "Stay away from Jake."

Grace pressed her lips together, choosing not to reveal the deal between her and Jake. She knew it wasn't a good time to bring it up.

She nestled in Xander's arms and looked at the bag of food he handed her. "Is this for me?"

"It's for a stray dog."

Grace laughed and hugged him tightly again. "Can't you speak your mind?"

Her movements were clumsy, and she accidentally touched something.

Frowning, Xander helped her steady herself. "The elevator isn't an ideal place for your first time."

Grace was momentarily stunned. It took her a while to finally realize the meaning behind his words and what she had accidentally touched. Her face turned beet red, and she couldn't utter a word. Even when they returned to the venue, the blush on her face hadn't faded.

The party was still lively, and Jake was nowhere to be seen. Grace found a corner and enjoyed her food.

felt better after seeing her

charm. He attracted many glances by just

came over to greet them, followed by Bobby. "Mr. Fulton, I told them that you would

him calmly.

taking on this project. I didn't expect it

had a hard time dealing with both sides. Mr. Jake isn't easy to get along with, and I've been

Grace's hand under the table. "Sorry to hear

put down her spoon. "The project

it to

thought

fingertip. "The project is in Pamore. Why do you

that he could come back and end

so much for her. However, the

okay. Things are fine as they

smiled faintly as he wiped a drop of soup from the corner of her

to complain, spilling many confidential details

Grace was eating

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