Chapter 189
a subtle atmosphere between them–both flirtatious and
Logan watched Connor and Camila interact from the sidelines, detecting distant.
“What’s going on with you two?” he asked curiously.
“Nothing,” Connor shook his head. “She’s been acting
Logan sighed, unable to stand Connor’s obtusenange all day.” He couldn’t figure out why she was behaving unusually.
just caring as a boss?” he suggested.
longer. “Have you ever considered that your feelings for her might go beyond
Connor paused, then denied it, “No, I’m just concerned about her well–being as my employee.”
“You’re so stubborn you know,” Logan said, shaking his head in frustration.
Connor gave him a sideways glance.
Logan looked back at him with a shake of his head. “Think over tonight.”
After saying this, he glanced at his watch and stood
Connor nodded.
up.
work here is done. I’m off.”
After composing herself in the restroom, Camila returned to her desk
to
continue working.
When the workday ended, Connor walked out of his office and noticed the necklace he had given her around her pale neck, smiling slightly without his control. “Nice necklace.”
Camila stood up, her face wearing a professional smile. “Thank you for your recognition and encouragement, Mr. Connor. I will always keep it in mind and strive to do my best,” she said, her voice calm and steady.
Connor suppressed a smile, nodded, and then asked, “Is everything set for the flagship store opening on Monday?”
“Everything’s arranged, and I’ve sent the schedule to your email,” Camila replied.
Howard was attending the opening, and Connor wasn’t keen on them meeting, so he asked, “Would you like to attend?”
Camila paused, thinking she was supposed to attend. “I’ll go
with
your arrangement, Mr. Connor.”
“Go ahead, we’ll leave from my place on Monday.”
“Alright, Camila nodded.
Connor nodded, “It’s time to pack up for the day.”
“Erica is picking me up,” Camila said indifferently.
Connor frowned, ‘Not Erica again.
He was silent for a moment, then couldn’t help asking, “Did I do something to upset you?”
Camila’s expression stiffened for a few seconds, and then she forced a smile. “Why would you think that?”
“I just feel you’ve been a bit off today. You’re suddenly… more
formal
Camila slowly started, “Isn’t that how I should act as a secretary?”
me?” Connor struggled to find the right words.
Connor was momentarily at a loss for words. He sensed a subtle change in the air between them. The natural closeness they once had seemed to have vanished.
He spoke slowly, “You weren’t like this before.”
Camila’s heart trembled, trying to keep her voice normal. She leaned slightly. “I must have overstepped before. I apologize.”
“I’m not blaming you, just felt you were a bit off today,” Connor said, frowning. “If work is tiring you, I can give you some time off.” Camila shook her head. “Thank you for your concern, Mr. Connor. I’m fine.”
She kept her smile, changing the subject “Mr. Connor, Erica is here. I’ll head out now, have a nice weekend.” She quickly packed her things, grabbed her bag, and left.
Connor stood still, watching her leave with a mix of confusion and irritation. He walked back to his office and lit a cigarette.
***
Camila waited for Erica downstairs but instead ran into Connor’s driver.
He saw Camila, immediately got out of the car, and asked, “Where Mr. Connor?”