Miss Josefina: Nobody's Princess

After making plans with Oliver, Josefina clocked out and left the office building, but before she could even reach the exit, her path was intercepted by Holly.

"Ms. Josefina, I've got something I need to discuss with you," Holly said, her voice tinged with urgency.

Josefina, clutching her purse and noting the deserted hallway, realized Holly must have waited a while. She replied with a gentle smile, "Holly, if you needed to talk, you could've just popped by my office. No need to wait out here for so long."

"Ms. Josefina, I didn't want to disturb you when you were swamped with work. And since it's after hours, I figured I'd catch you on your way out."

"What's on your mind?" Josefina inquired, curious.

Holly hesitated before blurting out, "Ms. Josefina, about that design competition - could I possibly tag along with you? I'd love to broaden my horizons, and I'm sure it'd inspire my own work." Josefina was taken aback, wondering how Holly knew she'd only picked Alex to attend the competition. Alex was tight-lipped. He wouldn't spill the beans on a whim.

Before Josefina could voice her thoughts, Holly continued, "I know I'm not on Alex's level, and I can't represent the company in the contest. I just want to soak in the experience, that's all. Please, Ms. Josefina, could you take me with you?"

The sincerity in Holly's eyes made it hard for Josefina to refuse. "Alright, you can come along when the time comes."

forward in a quick bow,

smile, "Better head on home

at Josefina, inwardly cursing with

Oliver's striking features. "Josie, hop in," his voice, rich and magnetic, flowed through

glimpse of

rooted to the spot, utterly

too handsome." Holly exclaimed once she regained her composure. By the time Holly snapped out of it, the car

the car, Josefina's hand was immediately clasped by the person next to her. With a teasing smile, Josefina asked, "Didn't I tell you to meet at the restaurant? What brought you here?" "Just wanted to see

grow even warmer. She nudged him gently, whispering, "Oliver, show some restraint, will you? We're not alone here." His lips curled into a mischievous smile as he leaned in close,

hand in his, Oliver's palm was slightly cool and dry, wrapping around her

bustling, but luck was on their side; Josefina had a favorite spot

them with utmost respect. Ms. Josefina, Mr. Oliver,

were stopped at the entrance by the staff. "I'm sorry, folks, but

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