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?”

He must be bored to ask such

over, but he continued, “So far.”

wealthy kid who’s studied

trip planned long ago, or is it spontaneous?” His

with pre–planned travel plans applying for a job… My face

he “did” remember! No! He’d set a

fire, Zach said, “So, Ms. Frost,

Embarrassed and aggrieved, I whispered, “If the job interview had been successful, I would’ve canceled the trip. Mr. Jones rejected me.” That had been my plan; a relaxing trip was necessary, but if I’d

changed my mind?” His

my trip? He didn’t answer but smirked playfully.“Aren’t you going on a trip?” I haven’t

“Immediately?”

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I was

His smile widened; he

that

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Frost, it’s wonderful

today. Once we’re on the plane, I can explain the

a ride and landed a job. Although surreal, I quickly adjusted. “Okay,

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