Chapter 27

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“I already called a ride–share.”

“Just cancel it.” Gary got out, taking my suitcase without asking, placing it in the trunk. If it weren’t for the luxury car, passersby might have thought I was being robbed. He opened the car door for me.“Come on, don’t be shy. It’s on the Way,

His enthusiasm embarrassed me; a grown man opening my car door. After thanking him, I got in. Evan was sitting on the other side.

He wasn’t formally dressed today—a light blue shirt, black pants, black shoes, no tie, but dazzling cufflinks; bathed in the bluish light filtering through the window, he exuded a clean, sharp elegance, reminding me of an ice–blue flower at the highest altitude… a regal aura that created distance.

“Good morning,” I greeted him, smoothing down my coat. The distance was considerable, but I felt safer the further away I was.

He nodded slightly, his expression impassive, like a polite monarch acknowledging a loyal subject. I pursed my lips. Okay. Gentle and humble was his mask; cold and aloof was his true nature. But born with a silver spoon, a little arrogance was expected; his character was still good. The savior filter made his flaws infinitely forgivable.

The car started; I canceled the ride–share, paying a small cancellation fee and checking the driver’s number. It wasn’t the same number…

The original number called again; this time, I hung up without hesitation.

“Going on a trip?” his low, rich voice asked.

I instinctively turned.“Yes.”

“Where to?”

be bored to ask

over, but he continued, “So far.”

yes, very far.” I nodded in agreement, thinking: You’re a wealthy kid who’s studied abroad since childhood; this unsophisticated

planned long ago, or is it spontaneous?” His tone was

remembering my recent job application… A woman with pre–planned travel plans applying for a job… My face flushed with embarrassment; I pleaded with him not to remember.

friendly air around him vanished, suggesting he “did” remember! No! He’d set a

to the fire, Zach said, “So, Ms.

rejected me.” That had

my mind?” His tone was calm,

I got the job?” Now? As I was about to leave for my trip? He didn’t answer but smirked playfully.“Aren’t you going on a trip?” I haven’t even left yet!! “The trip

“Immediately?”

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was certain.

meant Iceland is far.” His smile widened; he exchanged a glance with Zach.

that

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it’s

I can explain the

ride and landed a job. Although surreal, I quickly adjusted. “Okay, we still have time before the airport. Perhaps you

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