Love Beyond the Mask by Adelaide Sinclair

Chapter 137

kuwa quare Wine a versory glance, his the commanding fingers setting down the silverware as a wry

played on hips. You want me to have a proper meal, huh?”

avana, s doe–eyed expression was one of confusion. “Um, yeah”

“Then wait up and come over here” he said, his eyes brooding

Whites did not quite catch his drift but obediently sped up her dinner. Wiping her hands, she rose and approached hims

Ludwik casualty picked up a dossier. “You read, and I’ll eat.”

Seriously Whitney was incredulous. He was making her dictate the contents, clearly exploiting her labor.

She protested. “Mr. President, I’m your VF not your secretary. It’s her job to assist with the documents!”

you

How about a promotion then? VP and secretary. I’ll use you however I see fit, alright?” His words carried an underlying intent

Whitney blushed at the double entendre, choosing not to argue further. Resigned, she took the dossier, gritting her teeth. “Then you better eat properly.”

After a quick scan, she stood beside him, the hem of her pencil skirt grazing his crisp suit trousers, a hint of intimacy in the air.

Ludwik’s gaze swept over her beautiful legs. Even in flat shoes, Whitney’s professional attire was alluring..

Noticing the deepening interest in his eyes, she began reading the document.

as he focused on

Whitney presented the following document for his signature, she walked over to his large desk, picked up an expensive pen, and handed it to him.

to glimpse his signature for a clue

purpose? Are you afraid I’ll find out your name?” She challenged. “Since I joined your company yesterday, there’s been no

couch, eyeing her with a mischievous

She pressed, “Aren’t you going to reveal your identity to me?” He wore a mask even in the company, which was unexpected. The staff did not dare gossip; after all, he was the president.

masks before. His close associates

onto his lap, their eyes

Resort that I should get to know you as a person, not by your title. But surely,

then by our agreement, have you fallen

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ear.

by his question, Whitney’s

hand slid to her waist, then

low, “Have you fallen for

not quite yet!” Whitney denied, her face aflame. She

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If you haven’t fallen for me, I can’t

again, her mind racing with questions. Why did

as she tried to get up, he tossed another

abusing your power, Whitney

betraying a hint of fatigue. “Go

that I’m part of your life and company, I’ll do

to weigh heavily

and serious as he said, “Remember your promise today. Under no circumstances can you abandon me, or you can’t imagine the consequences.”

“I didn’t bring you into the company to exploit you but to protect you.

a beat. He wanted to protect her.

composure, teasingly tapping her nose. “Are we going