Hudson grinned, pleased that Lucy was happy.

Lucy stepped into her workspace and eagerly looked all around.

"This is amazing!" she exclaimed with delight.

"If you like it, that's perfect. When I was picking out the decor, I wasn't sure what you'd prefer, so I went with something simple. I've seen your early work, and it's all pretty straightforward, so I figured you'd enjoy this style." Lucy listened to Hudson and could not help but be impressed by how thoughtful he was.

"Thanks, Mr. Xender. I didn't realize you were so detail-oriented," she said with a smile.

After a bit of time admiring the new office room, Hudson invited Lucy to grab a bite to eat at the restaurant downstairs.

"Ms. Quinn, can I ask you something a bit personal?" Hudson's eyes twinkled with mischief.

Feeling intrigued, Lucy nodded. "Go ahead, Mr. Xender."

"How do you put up with Matthew's super serious expression all the time?" Hudson asked, grinning at Lucy.

said, "Oh, Matthew's actually really sweet at home and super kind to me. He's just not that great at showing his feelings, and he comes off a bit chilly to people he doesn't know well." "I can see

time in the

...

company, Matthew was in his office, peering

at

he

Leon, we've got nothing on that mystery investor. No leads at all," Kent said, standing there and feeling the chill in the room grow even stronger as he

The project we're working on is really important. We can't afford any slip-ups, and if something does

Matthew's serious tone. He nodded quickly and said, "Yes, Mr. Leon." "Hold on

his way out when

Mrs. Leon's meeting with Hudson go today?"

about to answer when he caught Matthew's piercing gaze. He quickly looked down again. "Mrs. Leon had a good time with Mr. Xenden She's probably

lunch, Matthew's eyes seemed to drift off for a moment. Then, he grabbed his coat and headed

called out without turning around as he

Kent

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