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 bothering to look

Kyle nodded and

into Ruby, and they exchanged a

me to process an additional month

for that," Kyle

her lips. "You're welcome. Does this mean you owe

smile. "Of course. If there's ever anything I can assist you with, don't hesitate

I won't

continues. Join us for the

and felt no need to inquire further. After a few more polite

by her doctor every three days for check-ups, spending most of her time in a state

are healing nicely. However, you're still weak, so you must avoid catching another cold." "Given your current condition, the consequences

the doctor, nodding before presenting him with a

it were two

a smile to his face-not in mockery, but in endearment. He found something

notes, phrases like "thank you," "you're welcome," and "sorry for the trouble"-common courtesies