The Billionaire's Unexpected Proposal by Samantha

Chapter 196

Following Sandra's arrest, Evelyn took over Sandra's position and office at the company. As a result, she had

become even more busy than ever since resuming at her new office.

In the last couple of days, Derek had made a habit of making sure she had breakfast in the morning before

he dropped her of at work, and he also ensured that Lunch was delivered to her office so that she wouldn't have any excuse to skip meals.

As lunch break approached now, Evelyn glanced at the clock on her desk. She had asked the chef not to bring her lunch because she had other plans.

Seeing that it was noon, Evelyn grabbed her purse, straightened her blouse, and headed out of the office with a silly smile on her face as she imagined the surprise on Derek's face when she showed up asking that they have lunch together.

The cab ride to Derek's office was quick, still it felt like a very long journey as she couldn't wait to see him.

She hadn't visited him at work in a while. The last time

she had been to his office had been the day she revealed everything to him, and since then, she had been too busy to visit him at work.

As she got out of the cab in front of the company, she couldn't help the tremor of nervousness that passed through her.

Evelyn wasn't sure why she was having butterflies. Maybe it was the idea of seeing Derek in his element, surrounded by people who respected him so much.

Or perhaps it was the lingering weight of everything they had been through and how their reunion journey had started right here at the company.

As she walked into the building, she smiled to herself as she remembered how hard Derek had tried to

seduce her. It felt like such a long time.

When she reached the lobby of his office, the secretary flashed her a cheerful smile and greeted her warmly.

"Evelyn! It's been ages since you last stopped by," she said, her tone filled with genuine excitement. "I was starting to think you'd given up on that interview idea because of all the trouble."

Evelyn laughed, shaking her head. "No, not at al. That's actually why I'm here. I wanted to confirm we

could schedule the interview for next Friday."

The secretary's smile grew wider. "Oh, don't worry about that. Mr. Stone gave me strict instructions - he said to cancel anything he has on any day you choose. So fi you say next Friday, then next Friday it is."

Evelyn raised an eyebrow, a playful smirk on her lips.

"Did he really?"

"Absolutely, the Secretary said, nodding firmly.

"Well, thank you. Is he in his office?" Evelyn asked with a soft smile.

Secretary glanced at her monitor before responding. "He's in a meeting at the conference hall right now, but you're welcome to

nodded. "I will wait.

receptionist gave her a small wave as Evelyn walked over to one of the plush chairs in the lobby. Evelyn watched with mild interest as employees passed by, holding folders or chatting in

looked up to see Derek walking toward her. His tall frame

the surprise on his

here?" he asked, stopping in front of her. His tone held a mix of concern

too long," she replied,

know you were here. And why are you out here anyway?" he asked, and then turned to his secretary,

on, if Evelyn comes to see me, no matter where I am or what I'm doing, you let me know immediately. And she doesn't wait out here- she waits in my

fought to suppress a smile, but it was clear she found the exchange amusing.

her smile fading into confusion as she exchanged a look

secretary grinned. "Oh, come on. It's about time you two made ti official. The tension between

while Derek raised a brow, surprised by her boldness. Seeing that Evelyn didn't mind, he decided not to make a

said as he gestured for Evelyn to

"You didn't have to be so dramatic out

You're my wife..."

mother of my kids, and you're going to be my wife. You shouldn't be waiting in the lobby like a stranger," Derek said, his voice

I supposed to say? It's not like our relationship is

Stone's Babymama, so let me into

I would have ended that meeting right away, and you wouldn't have to

else, you

a

came to discuss the interview with your secretary as you

to come over to do it. You

we could grab lunch together," she said, sitting on the edge

door, crossing his arms as he narrowed his eyes. "You mean the

him not to because Iwanted

he

your meeting? How did it go?" she

want to talk about work. I want

and I decided the interview will

si my command, ma'am," he said with a slight bow as

his arm around her waist, and Evelyn

everyone that you're mine," he

about this,"

complain, I'll tap your ass or kiss you right here and carry you out in

harder. "You

"Try me."

told you that I love the sound of your laughter," he said, brushing a strand of hair from

"Derek..."

si beautiful. I

pink. "Stop it," she said,