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.

got lost in the scenery, totally absorbed in her work. She had no idea

see a foreign guy with a few

Emily greeted

all cozy and blending into the distant scenery. It was warm and romantic. "Is your name Ella?" the guy asked, noticing the signature in the

Do you like it? I could give it to

take it. But I do love it. What

a second. Telling a foreigner her job didn't seem like a

jewelry,"

Hi, I'm Nicholas. I design jewelry too,"

was so lucky to meet Nicholas, the Novarian rep for Phantom

After all, just a week ago,

him praise her painting was the

it to Nicholas. "Mr. Jackson, if you like it, please take it. I really admire Phantom Beauty's jewelry designs." Nicholas

'Of course, otherwise, how could they have chosen

an appointment, so Emily quickly said goodbye, not wanting

"He doesn't seem to know who Ella is," she said with an awkward smile. Abigail thought for a moment and agreed. Nicholas was a big shot; the designs were done by his

did you leave your phone

I say about you? You missed such a great

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