No More Waiting, She Chooses Love

Chapter 699

"I'm fine, just felt a bit queasy all of a sudden," I said, looking at him.

Even though he was genuinely concerned about me, his concern somehow annoyed me. It's strange how not loving someone can turn their care into something burdensome. "Good to hear you're okay. Maybe have some water when you get back," Dustin replied, still showing his concern.

I had just walked out of the restroom and was heading towards the office when I noticed a familiar figure approaching from the elevator.

"It's Mr. Collins!"

"Mr. Collins, you're back?"

"Everyone's been missing you."

Seeing the employees mistaking him for Ernest, Phipps didn't correct them. He simply nodded slightly at them and made his way towards me.

I could feel the tension in the air. It was clear that Dustin was not pleased.

"What brings you here?" I asked Phipps, unable to mask the annoyance in my voice.

the

up the lunch

had to admit, I was actually hungry since

quite responsible," I said, taking the lunch box and glancing at Dustin, "Dustin hasn't had the chance to try your cooking yet. It's quite good, just a

was also worried about Phipps. Last night, the intimidation from the 'fat guy' was orchestrated by Dustin. He must have been probing Phipps, and by extension, me. "Really?" Dustin replied indifferently. "Is it trendy now for men to woo

a hint of machismo, reminding me that Dustin had never cooked before. Not when he was

on the other hand, was always more hands-on. Curious and

ingrained, and despite Dustin's outwardly gentle demeanor, he

about conquering,"

Haven't you

man loves you if he's soup'? The scent alone

make

in smoothly, "You hardly ate last night, so I made you braised pork meatballs with a side of refreshing salad. Let's see if you like

mention of braised pork

meatballs?" I turned

"Don't you like