Marriage Resumption (Valeria and Hackett)

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Hackett Found Nancy standing nearby to be quite an eyesore. He was engrossed in a conversation with Valeria. Couldn't this woman be more perceptive?

He had no clue where Finn had discovered this actress; she was atterly unqualified.

He cast a brief glance at Nancy and said, "It's alright, you can leave. I need to discuss work with Ms. Sharp"

"Understood. Mr. James," Nancy responded, though she didn't seem eager to depart. She appeared reluctant to leave Valeria and Hackett alone. But since he had spoken, she turned and left with reluctance. Valeria, naturally, noticed the reluctance in Nancy's eyes,

She regarded the man seated across the office desk and remarked. "Your first love appears to be rather displeased."

Hackett frowned, expressing his displeasure. "It seems you're insinuating something"

He pondered. "Is she jealous?

"It certainly appears that way, at least from my perspective."

Valeria responded, "You've appointed your first love as your secretary. Do you truly have no ulterior motives? just to clarify, I'm not jealous, and I'm not meddling. I'm curious. Are you attempting to rekindle your old flame with your first love?" She was genuinely intrigued by Hackett's intentions. Did this man always dwell in the past?

Did he believe that the grass was always greener on the other side?

Otherwise, why would he persist in thinking about reconciliation? If it wasn't with her, he was now showing signs of reconciliation with his first love.

Hackett heard her words, and a faint smile graced his lips.

It appeared he had taken the bait; evidently, she still cared.

Maintaining an air of nonchalance, he replied in a deep voice, This doesn't concern you. Besides, you're no longer a part of my life. I'm not obligated to report my intentions to you."

Valeria was momentarily left speechless,

It did seem that way. She didn't even have the right to inquire why Hackett had retained his first love as his secretary. She let out a self-deprecating chuckle and responded, "You're right; I have no right to inquire. By the way, the copyright infringement case is nearing its court date. Do you have any instructions for me! If not, I'll proceed with my own approach"

She quickly redirected the conversation back to work, not wanting to embarrass herself further

have any instructions for you. I trust your professional

her bag and said, "Alright, then. I'll take my leave, Mr.

she turned to

piece of advice, saying. "When you go

rather bothersome."

paused briefly but didn't look back.

office, Valeria regretted bringing up Alex's camping trip with

been an impulsive decision, particularly after witnessing the interactions between

The weekend arrived swiftly.

bags, Valeria prepared to take her

The doorbell rang.

answer the door. Hackett had

joining them for the camping trip. His excitement almost made him leap

Hackett really going camping with us? Is it true?" Alex asked. In the eyes of Alex, Hackett could perform any feat; he was

other kids are waiting for us. Otherwise, we'll miss the bus," Valeria replied as she picked up Alex's coat

suitcase, which looked rather petite compared

inquire, "What's the purpose of that tiny

is for Alex; he should

brightened, and he dashed toward the cute little suitcase. He exclaimed, "Wow! This is so cool. Mommy, this is my suitcase. I want to pull it myself for camping Valeria sighed in resignation, and replied, "Alright,

indulge a child; he always

three of them embarked for the school and boarded the school bus, en route to the predetermined camping

were breathtaking, and it seemed to have rained recently, filling the air with the scent of soil. Everywhere was lush greenery, providing

began to set up their tents, and Valeria faced her most dreaded task - she still had not learned how to set up

tent.

had learned, but

her, and said, "Why don't you go

was slightly taken aback. "You

never had to do a thing for himself - he can actually

to believe him?" She thought in

tent and began to lay it out on the ground with a determined expression and replied, "Yes, you go spend time with the