The CEO's Empathy Pregnancy Pains

Chapter 22 A Chance Encounter

Emily snorted, spun around, and dragged Abigail with her. "Yeah, let's not crash their date. We're outta here," she said, not even glancing back. Michael just stood there, totally lost. He had no clue why he got here, but seeing her with Daniel made him want to blow up. "Mr. Wilson, can we talk?" Michael called out as Daniel walked by.

Daniel stopped. "Sure thing."

Emily and Abigail were already speed-walking away, not noticing Daniel hadn't followed.

"Ugh, what rotten luck! Running into that shameless Sophia in such a gorgeous place," Abigail fumed, hands on her hips.

"Yeah, whatever. If they wanna make a problem, we'll just steer clear," Emily said, trying to keep Abigail from starting another fight.

"I was too soft earlier. Should've done more than just yell at her; should've slapped her," Abigail grumbled, making Emily chuckle.

"I know you're tough. Next time, just go for it," Emily replied.

They joked around for a bit, and Emily's mood lifted. She found a spot, set up her easel, and started painting.

This resort was stunning; every view looked like a painting. But as a designer, Emily loved to draw.

"You paint, I'll explore," Abigail said, too restless to sit still. She helped Emily set up and then dashed off to snap pictures.

lost in the scenery, totally absorbed in her work. She had no idea how much time had passed when she

see a foreign guy with a

greeted with a

couple under a tree, looking all cozy and blending into the distant scenery.

could give it to

But I do love it. What do you do for

for a second. Telling a foreigner her

jewelry," she

I'm Nicholas. I design jewelry too," Nicholas said, extending

shocked she almost bit her tongue. She was so lucky to meet Nicholas, the Novarian rep

After all, just a week ago, her design submitted to Moonlit Treasures had been picked by Phantom

Nicholas today and hearing him praise her

quickly taking down the painting and handing it to Nicholas. "Mr. Jackson, if you like it, please take it. I really admire Phantom Beauty's jewelry designs." Nicholas laughed. "Your painting is fantastic. I'm sure your jewelry designs

'Of course, otherwise, how

seemed to be on vacation and had an appointment, so Emily quickly said goodbye, not wanting to mess up

You even ran into Nicholas. Did you tell him you're Ella?" Emily shook her head. "He doesn't seem to know

did you leave

"What can I say about you? You missed such a

indifferently. She knew Abigail was anxious for her. To become a well-known designer, she needed a legitimate