My Beloved Has Risen from Death’s Embrace

Chapter 180

The penthouse suite of the Lockwood Group headquarters was buzzing with the usual business frenzy, but today, an air of concern hung heavy. It was almost noon, and the CEO had yet to show up at the office. Everyone was on edge, wondering if Ms. Nightshade had managed to coax him into taking better care of his health.

Cedric, the executive assistant, checked his watch for what felt like the hundredth time that moming. Just as he was about to call Xanthea to check in, a chime signaled the arrival of the elevator

He turned, and his eyes lit up with excitement when he saw the figure stepping out. The CEO, Orion, looked revitalized, his presence was as commanding as ever. “Sit you made it! Feeling any better?”

“Mhm.”

It had been ages since Cedric had seen Orion look so vibrant and energetic. Ms. Nightshade truly was a miracle worker!

co, about today’s flight to Veridian?”

“Postponed.”

Relief washed over Cedric as he mentally cheered, ‘Ms. Nightshade for the win!”

be safe, sir maybe you should check your

delicate care, a tool Orion typically ignored. Today, however,

a

fever, it had miraculously broken overnight Cedric had always known that Orion, with his robust constitution, shouldn’t have been ill for so long without a physical cause. Clearly, it was all in

you’re all

touch of sadness.

to Orion, who stared at

over with

because he thought Ms. Nightshade wouldn’t come around now that he

towards the private bathroom, looking puzzled. After a moment of silence, he realized what might be going through his boss’s mind.

necessary, sir. If you want people to think you’re still sick, we could just adjust the thermometer reading. There are ways to do that without actually having to

Cedric quickly pulled up something on his phone and

Celestial Jewels Emporium

“Welcome!‘