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

Chapter 1079:

Cedric was taken aback by Carol’s change in attitude.

Carol shrugged. “I don’t know you that well, but I’ve noticed Nina holds you in high regard—like family. And, well, Ryan and Lillian called me yesterday—told me to ease up on you.”

Cedric offered a polite smile. “Appreciate it.”

By the time Daniela returned, the conference room stood silent and deserted.

The only light in the office came from a dim desk lamp.

Carol glanced up. “Cedric dropped by with sushi—said he made it himself. And he waited for…” She checked the time. “Eight hours. Alexander was the second last to leave. He said he’d be back tomorrow.”

Stepping into the office, her gaze landed on Cedric, still seated

sushi box rested untouched

sat upright, legs together, a picture of quiet patience as he waited. No phone in hand, no magazine, no

soft glow of the

mind. It was as if she had seen this before—as if this wasn’t the first time Cedric had waited for her

been waiting for her—not just tonight, but for years, steadfast

Cedric. Yet, even with his injury, he kept showing up, time and time again. The security guard had once mentioned that after Cedric hurt

adventures await on

see her. Cedric had a striking, effortless charm.

for business. Cedric, on the other hand, was refreshingly unguarded. There was an openness in the way he looked at her, so sincere it stirred an unexpected

did someone this unguarded survive in a world

Cedric lifted his gaze as the door opened,

answered. “Have you