Love Unspoken

In the midst of his actions, Alexander halted, his gaze shifting upwards to meet Ruby's. She stood there, the picture of composure, her lips curved into a professional smile as though she were merely navigating through routine business affairs. "What's your opinion on this?" Alexander challenged her.

Ruby blinked, her response measured and calm. "Alexander, I was merely bringing potential issues to your attention. The final decision, of course, lies in your hands."

"Then you'll follow my instructions."

"Very well." Ruby gave a slight nod of acknowledgement. "I'll proceed with granting her an additional month's leave."

"You're dismissed."

Ruby turned on her heel to leave the room, but not before casting a final glance back at Alexander. His eyes were lowered, his attention once again absorbed by the document in his hands. Silently, she closed the door behind her. Not long after Ruby's departure, Kyle entered the room to update Alexander on the situation with Leon.

"Leon's embezzlement has been confirmed. He's returned a portion of the money and has been sentenced to seven years," he reported.

"Anything else?"

Kyle hesitated before adding, "There are rumors circulating around the office that Quinn was my recruit, and I..."

Kyle's intention was to give Alexander a heads-up, hoping to avoid any scandalous rumors that could potentially lead him down the same path as Leon.

Alexander said, not even

Kyle nodded and made his

he ran into Ruby, and they exchanged a

Alexander has asked me to process an additional

that," Kyle replied, his

smile playing on her lips. "You're welcome. Does this mean you owe me a

If there's ever anything I

know. I won't hesitate when

the adventure continues. Join us for the

After a few more polite exchanges, they parted ways, each returning

her doctor every three days for check-ups, spending most of her

your wounds are healing nicely. However, you're still weak, so you must avoid catching another cold."

nodding before presenting him with a piece

it were two large

a smile to his face-not in mockery, but in endearment. He found something quite charming about the way Quinn held

with several notes, phrases like "thank you," "you're welcome," and