Chapter 1296 It Was Just A Kiss

Nathaniel’s expression remained neutral as he responded, “Just happened to be passing by.”

Cecilia raised an eyebrow. “Passing by? That’s quite the coincidence, isn’t it? Especially with an entire entourage of bodyguards in tow.”

His attempt to downplay his arrival was clumsy, but Cecilia didn’t press further. After all, if it weren’t for him, the situation could’ve ended disastrously. She appreciated his intervention, even if his excuse was unconvincing.

“Boss.” Charlotte rushed up to them, concern evident in her eyes. After all, those people were trying to get to her earlier.

Cecilia reassured her with a smile. “I’m fine. Now that it’s all taken care of, let’s head back inside and get back to work.”

“All right.”

Relieved, everyone made their way back into the office. Before heading in, Cecilia turned to Nathaniel and offered, “Would you like to come upstairs for a bit?”

Nathaniel didn’t hesitate. “Sure.”

Once they reached Cecilia’s office, Nathaniel quietly shut the door behind them, catching Cecilia off guard.

are you closing the door?” she asked, her

moved

her gently but firmly. Panic surged

go!” she

in close, his breath warm against her car. “How are you going to thank

flushed bright red as she tried to remain composed. She turned to face him, looking him straight in the eyes. “Do

left her lips, Nathaniel’s heart swelled with joy.

just said. “I meant to say

could finish, Nathaniel leaned in, capturing her lips in a sudden, passionate kiss. His intensity caught her completely off guard. Her mind went blank, and her breath came in short

to stop, but Nathaniel, lost in the moment, didn’t

out in concern, catching her

out of the office, carrying her downstairs as his Charlotte tried to follow, but she couldn’t keep up with Nathaniel’s

waiting car, instructing the driver to head to the nearest hospital immediately. The entire ride, Nathaniel’s mind was consumed

and Cecilia was taken inside for treatment. Unable to bear the uncertainty, Nathaniel called Zachary, who

of a sudden?” Zachary

“It was just… a

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