Joy couldn't help but think back to yesterday when he had scolded her. A mix of embarrassment and fear washed over her, but since Everett had already spotted her, there was no sneaking back to her car now. She cast her eyes downward, greeting him softly, "Morning, Everett."

Everett's dark eyes flicked over her, and he gave a slight nod in acknowledgment.

While she fumbled with her discomfort, his expression remained unfazed, as if the awkward encounter only existed in her mind. He was always aloof with people he didn't care about, simply because they didn't matter to him. Derick, who was trailing behind, greeted her with a warm, "Good morning, Miss Joy."

Joy returned his greeting with a smile and a nod.

With Derick in tow, Everett walked past her toward the elevator lobby. Joy stood there for a moment before following them.

Inside the elevator, Everett and Derick stood on one side while Joy stayed on the other. Derick was updating Everett on some matters.

Pretending to be absorbed in her phone, Joy stole glances at Everett through the mirrored walls.

He had always been the calm and composed type, the kind of kid who stayed cool even if the world was falling apart. Adults often called him an "old soul in a young body."

basically grown up following him around, she'd rarely

he was incapable of feeling anything, until yesterday when

shown a desire so intense. With his arms wrapped around Selena, veins bulging, he exuded a raw,

usually seemed so detached from earthly desires was undeniably magnetic when caught up

was all because of

claimed he felt nothing for Selena, but could someone really share such intimate moments without any emotional

Everett

back at her phone, biting her lip without

reached the public relations department floor, she mumbled a quick "See you" and hurried out, only relaxing once the doors had

her in,"

moment later, Lydia walked

turn heads. Her tight, short dress barely covered her thighs, and even a slight bend

me to remind you to mind your behavior while you're here. Focus on your work, make it through your internship smoothly, and steer clear of any

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