Master of his heart (Brielle and Max)

Chapter 1355

Emma was caught off guard; the voice that greeted her wasn't Brielle's as she'd expected but a man's.

Pushing the door open, she stepped in to find Dustin turning around in his swivel chair.

Her whole body tensed at the sight of him.

Dustin raised an eyebrow slightly, acknowledging her presence.

Emma quickly composed herself, subtly hiding the application form behind her back. The form detailed her pregnancy, and she couldn't help but worry about his reaction if he saw it.

"Mr. Lynch, where's Mr. Haywood?" she asked, curious about his presence.

Dustin leaned back, his gaze slowly scanning her. "What do you need from Bree?"

Bree? So informal?

Emma momentarily wondered about the nature of his relationship with Brielle but reminded herself it was none of her business. She had settled into her life in Beaconsfield, and things were looking up. Besides, if Mr. Haywood and Dustin were indeed close, it would only be to Dustin's credit, given how impressive Brielle was.

"It's about a live stream issue. Since Mr. Haywood isn't here, I'll come back another time."

stood up and slowly approached her. "What's that you're holding? Isn't it meant for

take it, but Emma stepped back, clutching the document

locked, Emma standing her ground. "I'd prefer to hand it

an eyebrow. "You work at Stellar Stage Entertainment and you

was unaware that she and Infinity Brilliance's Dustin were siblings. She

cautious demeanor made her seem like a wild animal, ready to defend itself at any

"I wasn't aware."

was indifferent as she shifted her gaze away. "If

her escape, but Dustin quickly blocked her path, his gaze

it, trapping her between his chest and the door, Emma found herself unable to leave. "Playing hard to get, are we?" he murmured

he was referring to that night in the countryside. Had

refused to acknowledge me first. Besides, we both have our own lives

his scent enveloping her, causing her to panic

observed her, puzzled

herself against the wall, folding the document

his gaze lingering on her. He had only seen her on screens before, but in person, her features

He remembered something King

female doctor named Emma who had saved him. Coupled with her knowledge of herbal medicine, he