More Than A Favor

Chapter 118

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Alex glanced at me, his expression unreadable. “Why? Are you that interested in him?”

“Yes, I am. He’s so mysterious–I can’t help but be curious,” I admitted honestly,

Alex finished grinding the beans, inhaling the aroma with a satisfied expression. “Delightful,” he murmured before turning to me. “Let me make you a cup of coffee.”

“No, thank you,” I replied impatiently. My desire to learn more about the boss outweighed any interest in coffee.

Alex held up the container of freshly ground beans. “This is a gift from our boss. Are you sure you don’t want to try it?”

“I’d rather meet him than try his coffee,” I said bluntly.

Alex laughed at my frankness, his reaction both confusing and frustrating.

“What’s so funny, Mr. Hall? Am I asking for too much? Or is there something I don’t know?”

by how irresistible our boss is. You’ve never even met him, yet

unsure how to respond. Alex

me, I decided to try again. “If you’re so worried about me meeting him, why not just show me his resume?

can’t do that,” Alex said

surprised by his

allow it.”

is

doesn’t want women developing ulterior motives toward him,” Alex

I could immediately tell this was a premium

and added, “Our boss is a magnetic man. Sure, women fawn over him, but even l

answers. As much as I wanted to know more,

I promise it’ll be your favorite coffee from now on,”

the case, I’d rather not. I’m afraid I can’t afford for

as I rose to

gets the chance to try such refined coffee. Don’t regret it!” Alex called after

walked out the door.

returning to my office, I tried asking around about the boss. Most of my colleagues said they had only met Alex since joining the