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!”

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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.

interjected as he focused on

walked over to his large desk, picked up an expensive pen, and

glimpse his signature for a clue to his name, only to find it was

that on purpose? Are you afraid I’ll find out your name?” She challenged. “Since I joined your company yesterday, there’s

couch, eyeing her

a mask even in the company, which was unexpected. The staff did not dare gossip; after

worn masks before. His close associates seemed unfazed

pondered, Ludwik pulled her onto his lap, their

Alpine Springs Resort that I should get to know you as a person, not by your title. But surely, I can’t remain in the dark forever?”

agreement, have you fallen for me?” His voice was a seductive whisper

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ear.

guard by his question, Whitney’s heartbeat raced uncontrollably.

His hand slid to her waist, then to her heart.

“Have you fallen

quite yet!” Whitney denied, her face aflame. She needed time to consider such a commitment..

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closer, sealing her lips with a forceful kiss. If you

again, her mind racing with questions. Why did she have to fall for

her body going limp. Just as she tried to get up, he tossed another dossier onto her lap, leaning

power, Whitney accused, her voice tight.

eyes betraying a hint of fatigue. “Go

support. “L, whoever you are, now that I’m part of your life and company, I’ll do my best to help. You

to weigh heavily on

gaze a mix of cold intensity and warmth. He held her hand tightly, his voice low and

his whisper. He said, “I didn’t bring you into the company to exploit you but to protect you. From now

He

composure, teasingly tapping her nose. “Are we going to keep flirting, or are we