Love’s Cunning Ruse

Chapter 201

Julie distinctly remembered falling asleep with Ivan in-between her and Kieran, but when she woke up in the morning, she found herself in Kieran’s arms instead.

The first thing she saw when she opened her eyes was Kieran’s chin. She was nestled in the crook of his arm, and looking up she could see the faint stubble on his face with a hint of sex appeal.

She carefully reached over for her phone to check the time. It was still early for work. She tried to get out of bed quietly, but Kieran’s long arm pulled her back.

“If I get up now, I’ll have time for breakfast before heading to the office. Why didn’t you go for your morning run?” she asked.

“I already did. I just wanted to sleep in a bit longer with you.”

“Well, I need to get up now. How about you join me?” she suggested, play fully rubbing his nose.

In the early moming, his voice slightly hoarse and nasal, he asked, “Have you heard the story of Sleeping Beauty?”

“No, I haven’t.”

“What about Snow White?”

“Neither!” She let go of Kieran’s nose, gave his face a gentle pat, and said, “Come on, get up, Mr. Hernandez.”

Kieran took her hand, his eyes still heavy with sleep, and said, “Do you know what Sleeping Beauty and Snow White have in common?”

“They’re both women, and you’re a man. I’m not going to kiss you awake, but you’ll wake up anyway!” she laughed, prying his fingers off her one by one.

Unexpectedly, he flipped her onto her back and planted a kiss on her before letting go, “Are you going to the office today?”

“Today marks the start of a new month. I lost my perfect attendance bonus last month because of you. I can’t make the same mistake this month.” With that, she got up from the bed and headed to the bathroom to freshen up.

Kieran picked out a black and white formal suit for Julie, “How about you wear this today?”

“I think I’ll stick with this,” Julie pulled out a clean outfit from the corner, a dress she used to wear often. It was from a budget brand, not too fancy but not too shabby either.

Kieran simply nodded and said, “I’ll ask Daniel to send over some budget brands later.”

“No need. As long as I have enough clothes to wear. I’ll dress up all pretty on my off days for you.” She put on the casual dress suitable for everyday wear.

Kieran stood there, arms crossed, watching the woman change and asked, “Need a hand?”

could you please leave and close the door. Thank

I have an eye for beauty. I want to appreciate beautiful things, so I can’t help you.”

‘beauty-spotting’ eyes, you won’t be able to see anything.” “Even if my eyes

at him, “Are you going to say my chest is like two beans on an airplane runway

thoughtfully,

“Get out!”

chased after her laughing, “Darling, wait for me! Let’s go

rode with Kieran to

peak hour, so the staff elevator was packed. Julie was led by Kieran straight to the private elevator. She frowned and said, “I’ve decided not

I won’t join you for lunch in the

shoulder as if praising a child, “You’re such a

join me for lunch in my

Julie looked up at Kieran, her expression suddenly serious, “Still no news from

patted her back, “Hayden is

about Hayden’s abilities. She held Kieran’s hand and said, “Rankin… Davina said, Rankin is

Kieran was silent.

is more because of him…

went abroad to study. We used to email occasionally. Then he stopped replying and I didn’t think much of it. I thought he was just busy with school… If I had dug deeper then,

any responsibility or blame yourself for the mistakes Field or Davina made. I’ll investigate Rankin’s death.” He comforted her, patting her

at the legal department. He said, “Go on. We’ll

have a date with Daphne at noon.

laughed, “Can you guys

“No.”

The normally bustling office suddenly fell silent. Julie silently returned to her seat. Before she entered

she clearly heard everyone discussing Davina’s

truth, she didn’t say much. Now that they knew Julie’s current status, no one

another senior staff member. Julie managed to call Dr. Brice before

now, but she’s still out of conscious. I heard Mr. Hernandez brought in Dr. Ladd to check on Sansa, which kinda took me by surprise. Don’t worry though, if Dr. Ladd is willing to help, that would be the best shot for Sansa.” Harding Ladd is a general practitioner. Even though he’s young, he’s incredibly skilled. His medical team is

thanked Dr. Brice and

even work hours yet! You guys can prepare your stuff. At half past nine, we’ll have a meeting. Also, I know having Mrs. Hernandez here might put some pressure on you guys, but besides being Mrs. Hernandez, Attorney Abraham is also

assistant. I’ll do my best. And

but they still kept a respectful distance. No one dared to brown-nose her.

tension eased up a bit.

employees started to chat