Chapter 0208

Valerie entered Marcus’s office, where he was already deeply absorbed in his work. The man who had been peacefully asleep next to her daughter just hours ago was gone, replaced by the serious, focused CEO.

“How’s Serenity this morning?” Marcus asked without looking up.

“She’s fine, Marcus. Thank you for asking,” Valerie replied politely.

“I’m glad to hear that. Tell her I love her,” he said, finally Ifting his gaze.

When Marcus looked at her, his expression remained neutral, as if nothing had changed.

“Do you have last night’s reports?” he asked.

“Yes, one moment,” Valerie replied, walking to the desk to retrieve them. She couldn’t help but scold herself for worrying about how she looked in the skirt. ‘This man has far more important things to focus on than such a minor detail,‘ she thought.

a strange pang in his stomach. The sight of her standing before him, effortlessly stunning in that simple yet flattering outfit, made his pulse quicken. ‘She should dress like

less pressing tasks for later. Afterward, she left to send a detailed email to the rest of the team with Marcus’s notes. This was typically Frederick’s role, but with him

By afternoon, they had a dinner meeting to finalize a deal at the Four Seasons Hotel, so they would need

patiently explained the contract highlights and requested some additional materials for the presentation. Together, they ensured everything was complete well before it was time to leave.

expected at 7:00 p.m., and for once, traffic had been kind, giving them an extra thirty minutes. As a gentleman, Marcus stepped out of the car first, handed the keys to the valet, and then helped Valerie out of

briefcase containing their presentation materials. They walked together to the reception desk, where Marcus gave his name.

at our hotel,” the receptionist

a room. I have a dinner meeting tonight,

have any luggage

it up to the room for me Marcus asked, handing over the suitcase.

else you

be all. Thank

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