Chapter 120

Stella’s actions landed me in a bit of a pickle. Simmons seemed to have a hunch about who I was chatting with and what was being discussed. In a soothing tone, he said, “Don’t sweat it. I have a bunch of friends around here, or I can crash at a hotel. Don’t let Stella’s words get to you”

The more Simmons talked, it made it harder for me

Simmons, it’s okay! It’s just for a few days. I have two rooms here, it’s pretty convenient, I replied graciously.

“That’s very kind of you. I should be able to find a place in three days, Simmons replied, looking at me with sparkling eyes.

Well, I guessed he could stay for three days. After all, he was Stella’s brother

The next morning. I woke up to the smell of breakfast. Walking into the kitchen, I saw Simmons wearing an apron, bustling around.

“You’re up! Hurry up and eat so you can get to work,” he said, taking off his apron and bringing over a plate of salad and sausages

I usually grab a bite at the convenience store, as I’m not a fan of getting up early to cook. I had to thank him for this.

Thanks!” I said, stuffing my face with a bowl of noodles.

After finishing, I dashed off to work.

Unfortunately, I ran into Bonnie again at the office entrance. She had just gotten off her scooter. Without a second thought, I floored it and sped past her.

When it was time to get off work at noon, Bonnie suddenly popped up at our department’s entrance, causing a few male colleagues‘ eyes to pop out

“Irene!” Bonnie yelled, holding up a fancy bag.

My desk was next to Kate’s, and she looked up when she heard Bonnie’s voice. Her eyes widened in shock. “Karina?”

She made a beeline for me.

asked, looking

having stomach issues, so I made you a lunch box It’s much cleaner

at the bag but didn’t

front of her was not her sister, but Neil’s new

You’re Bonnie, right?” she said in a

Bonnie. And you are?” Bonnie was always sweet and polite.

also from the development department” Kate reached out her hand

tone was very

figure out

between

to Neil. If she found out that Neil only liked her because she looked

mulling this

glanced at the caller ID, then at me. No doubt, it

so I got up and left. As for the lunch box, I’ll let whoever wants it have it.

at the entrance.

around

icy expression softened a bit. He let Bonnie throw herself into his arms. They looked very much in love, as if he was trying to rub it in my face.

me out, and her face turned complicated when she saw what was happening.

and Kate locked eyes, both

voice rang out. I looked over to see him not far away, lunch box in hand. When he saw Neil, his

and both men stared at

“Irene, did he come all the way here to win you over? I had a

knew

walked over and held my hand

you guys Actually. Bonnie looked up at Neil, trying to gauge

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