Dorothy thought that after turning Stephen down, he would take the hint and back off. But the very next day, he didn't even bother to text her on WhatsApp before showing up unannounced at her office door.

“Ms. Sanchez, do you have a moment?” His voice preceded his presence.

Looking up from the price list she was scrutinizing, Dorothy caught sight of him standing just outside her door.

Stephen had clearly made an effort today, dressed to the nines in a sharp suit, and it seemed he'd even spritzed on some cologne—a scent that wafted her way as she approached.

But no matter how dapper he appeared, Everett firmly held the title of 'best-dressed'. At least in Dorothy's heart, that was an unshakeable truth.

"What?" Dorothy asked, clearly not intending to invite him in, opting to converse right at the doorway.

of paper in his hand, Stephen revealed his concerns about

take a look at this and maybe clear up some things for me? Austin's tied up today and isn't in the office, so I had no choice but

now; after all, his

at him, her focus fixed

issues at hand, especially since Dorothy had already annotated the documents thoroughly to ease the transition

you managed a project before?" she asked,

“I've led a few projects at the Lopez Corporation. In fact, I was the one who steered my previous team to success." “Mr. Stephen, I really shouldn't be questioning your capabilities. After all, if the higher-ups at the Lopez Corporation entrusted you with this project, you must have some exceptional qualities. But... seeing the questions you've brought to me, I can't help but wonder if you're either lacking in professional knowledge or if this is some kind

you still don't understand, Mr. Stephen, I suggest you ask Austin. If he can't explain it, tell him to come to me.” Dorothy

Austin had warned him that she was a

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