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.

great at showing his feelings, and he comes off a bit chilly to people he doesn't know well." "I can see that," Hudson

some time in the restaurant, sharing

...

office, peering out

was at the

he called

and feeling the chill in the room grow even stronger as he looked at Matthew's imposing figure. Matthew peered out the window, his eyebrows knitting together slightly.

pretty sure they're tied up in this. The project we're working on is really important. We can't afford

help but shiver when he heard Matthew's serious tone. He nodded quickly

was on his way out when Matthew stopped

Mrs. Leon's meeting with Hudson go

had a good time with Mr. Xenden

seemed to drift off for a moment. Then, he grabbed

down here and drive!" Matthew called out without turning around as he walked past

man, why is it always me?" Kent mumbled to

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