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.

had no idea how much time had passed when she

a foreign guy with

greeted with

looking all cozy and blending into the distant scenery. It was warm and romantic. "Is your name Ella?" the guy

me. Do you like it? I could give it to you," Emily offered, thinking he seemed

love it. What

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

jewelry,"

way! Hi, I'm Nicholas. I design jewelry too," Nicholas said, extending his hand

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

just a week ago, her design submitted to Moonlit

praise her painting was

"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 are just

feel proud. 'Of course, otherwise, how could they have chosen

an appointment, so Emily

met Nicholas from Phantom Beauty and given him a painting, she hugged Emily excitedly. "Emily, you're my lucky charm! You even ran into Nicholas. Did you tell him you're Ella?" Emily shook her head. "He doesn't seem to know

we'll find a way to let him know. By the way, did you leave your phone number?" Abigail asked sincerely, and Emily shook her head under her earnest

about you? You missed such

knew Abigail was anxious for her. To become a well-known