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.

closing the door?” she asked, her voice tinged with

as she moved

gently but firmly. Panic

Let go!” she

“How are you going

cheeks flushed bright red as she tried to remain composed. She turned to face him, looking him straight

moment those words left her lips, Nathaniel’s heart swelled with joy. His expression softened. “So you finally

hesitated, realizing what she had just said. “I meant

kiss. His intensity caught her completely off guard. Her mind went

chest, trying to get him to stop, but Nathaniel, lost in the moment, didn’t realize. It wasn’t until she

in concern, catching her limp

arms and rushed out of the office, carrying her downstairs as his Charlotte tried to follow, but she couldn’t keep

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

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

Why did she faint all of a sudden?” Zachary questioned,

admitted, “It was

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