Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 847:

Upon their arrival at Phillips Group, Daniela stepped out briskly, with Cedric a few paces behind. To an onlooker, Daniela might have appeared to be the CEO. She paused, waiting for Cedric, who seemed reluctant to close the distance, making it feel as if she were leading a tour of the workplace.

Once they entered his office, Cedric promptly locked the door.

Outside, his secretary rubbed his sore nose, the slight bump still lingering, and let out a quiet chuckle.

It looked like the tension between them had finally eased, and they were back on better terms.

The recent days had drained him; Cedric had been overworking himself, and the secretary had not slept in 48 hours.

Inside the office, Cedric brewed a cup of coffee for Daniela before sitting down across from her.

The skies outside mirrored the mood indoors, heavy and somber.

injustice and the fear of

supposed to be a meeting?” Daniela

wanted to talk,” Cedric replied. Evading the issue any longer was futile, especially since Daniela appeared prepared to address it, leaving no room

posture, Cedric found himself unsettled by just one look at

that night at the charity gala. I did it on purpose. I

acknowledged his admission with a nod, taking a sip of

where

to cause you embarrassment. I was just feeling overwhelmed and, unfortunately, chose the most destructive way to provoke a reaction from you. We were both unhappy. I assure you, no matter what the future holds, I won’t repeat such an action,” Cedric expressed earnestly, his voice full of regret. “I really missed you during my business trip, but I was too

you

Cedric, yet

easily replaceable. Daniela, with her charm,

office, I saw a document on your desk. What was it about?” Cedric paused for a few seconds before finally

tense pause, Daniela responded, “It’s

coming on a little

of unease tightened Cedric’s chest, making it hard to breathe. He fought to keep his composure, glancing away to avoid locking eyes with her. “You