Love or Die CEO’s Daily Dose of Swoon

Chapter 85

Calvert?

Cordelia had a moment of confusion when she heard the name. It seemed everyone at home had been searching for a businessman by that name. It was a common name, and oddly enough, Little Fang went by

Calvert, too.

She didn’t think much of it. After all, the successful individual her family had been seeking was probably someone of Sanderson’s age. Besides, Little Fang, who looked barely into his twenties, was working for the penniless Everard, and his life must be more difficult.

With a casual “Oh,” she was about to add something else when a cough interrupted her thoughts.

Everard ‘Penniless‘ Watkins strolled over, hands plunged in his jean pockets, and Calvert Immediately clammed

1. up.

Everard was in his usual black hoodie, towering in height, which made him stoop slightly with a hunched back. He was lean, the hoodie hanging loose on his frame.

As Cordelia’s thoughts wandered this way, her mind flashed back to a recent glimpse of his abs and waistline. How could she have thought of him as frail?

Shifting her gaze away, she sat at the dining table and grabbed a burger, sinking her teeth into it without a second thought.

Everard shot Calvert another look. Cordelia was eager to chat with Calvert, but when it came to him, Everard had to fish for topics. “Is it good?” he asked casually

Cordelia froze mid–bite, gripping the burger. Slowly lifting her head, she blurted out. “Don’t even think about another indirect kiss with me.”

Everard stopped in his tracks, surprised by her comment. He hadn’t given it much thought, just making small talk. But why was Cordelia suddenly so astute? Flirting just got a whole lot harder.

Calvert silently bowed his head, almost used to his boss‘ failed attempts at charm.

Cordelia bumped into Latham as she arrived at the classroom.

at the sight of Cordelia. “Ah, Cordelia! You make

like Cordelia under his tutelage had given him quite the swagger

greeted respectfully, “Good morning, Mr.

starry–eyed and dreamy, suddenly turning away as if she had a world of gossip to share.

I’ve added him on social media but wasn’t planning to disturb him. As a fan, we’ve got to respect his space. So, I only casually checked his profile photo seventy or eighty times a day.

gem. “How can he

“Will

reprimand accompanied by a beaming smile. Seeing this, the class began to tease.

Cordelia’s achievements, the school awarded me a bonus! So, I’ve decided to spend it on you guys!”

Latham, you’re the best!”

“Generous!”

cheering, someone asked, “Hey, Mr. Latham, are you treating us to dinner?”

face. “You all come from well–off families. You don’t need a meal from

Latham. We don’t need those tests Save that money and

marathon on his old bicycle. The thought alone was exhausting.

finals because of these test papers, I’ll be happier than

flew by, and though already well–prepared, Cordella listened intently, always seeking a

just settled down

again! We chatted a bit, and he reminded me to get you to set up a social media account. The production

somewhat

“You don’t know how to register,

Cordelia nodded.

hand.

up. Since it was related to her acting role, Merry suggested the

team verified Cordelia’s account

follower appeared. It was Bland.

news spread like wildfire.