Sweet Subterfuge by Trina Duo

Chapter 119

When Larissa reached her office, she locked the door behind her, feeling a sense of unease settling in. Unable to fully concentrate on her work, she found herself constantly on edge, listening intently to any sounds or mavemeals outside her office.

When someone passed by her door, she would freeze and be on high alert. Even after the person had moved on, she still felt tense. By the morning’s end, her state of tiredness was no different from when she got off work.

Close to noon, Larissa saved the report she had done halfway and was about to grab lunch. Suddenly, she heard lootsteps outside her door again. This time, the footsteps came to a halt right outside her door.

Subconsciously, she held her breath, her senses on high alert as she tried to discem the sounds. Her heart was racing.

Suddenly, there came three knocks on her door, causing her to involuntarily swallow nervously. Then, she asked, “Who’s there?”

“It’s me.” came the voice of a young man, sounding oddly familiar. As Larissa strained her memory to place the voice, he added. “It’s Lucas Hermes.”

“You’re alone?” she asked warily.

a moment, and he responded, “Yes, I’m alone. Is there someone

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here to talk about

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free time. They had met twice, but he had never mentioned his

the table, looking as he was ready to tak business.

only have water in

taking the cup and sipping from it.

I want to host a birthday party for her at

Larissa immediately

I’m not in

halls in our hotel. If you have any questions, feel free to ask her. She

up the landline and said. “I can call her and ask her to meet you at the elevator

“Alright

the cup. a look of disappointment crossing

I could help you out and make your work performance even better,” he said, with a hint of