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!”

to be safe, sir maybe you

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

thermometer, which read a perfect 98.6°F.

overnight Cedric had always known that Orion, with his robust constitution, shouldn’t have been ill

all

touch of sadness.

to Orion, who stared at the numbers;

over with a

upset because he thought Ms. Nightshade wouldn’t come around now that he was no longer sick?

realized what might be going through his boss’s mind. Orion couldn’t possibly be thinking about taking a cold shower to bring the fever

adjust the thermometer reading. There are ways to do that without actually having to

up

Celestial Jewels Emporium

“Welcome!‘