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    Exhausted, Dani managed to breathe out, “Once things are settled, I’ll use this to coax you back home.”


    A few stray tears escaped the corners of her eyes, slipping down her pale cheeks.


    The sight was enough to ignite something wild within Cedric.


    The next day, Alexander sat in Dani’s office with a new proposal, waiting for her to return the whole day.


    Nina asked, “Why didn’t Danie to work today? She’s usually here before anyone else.”


    Natalie narrowed her eyes, the familiar sting of jealousy burning within her.


    She had already checked the surveince footage—Dani had stayed in the office until nearly midnight. Momentster, Cedric had arrived and whisked her away with an urgency that was nothing like his usual indifference.


    What had made him act so hastily?


    What had caused such an unexpected shift in his demeanor?


    It didn’t take much to piece it together.


    Nina’s thoughts mirrored Natalie’s, and she bowed her head, her sadness settling over her like a heavy cloud.


    Natalie pressed her lips together, then pushed open the CEO’s office door.


    “Mr. Bet, perhaps it’s time for you to head back?”


    Alexander narrowed his eyes, irritation shing across his face.


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    “What exactly is Dani up to? Is she intentionally avoiding me, not even bothering toe to work?” A flicker of disdain crossed Natalie’s heart.


    Alexander really did think too highly of himself. What had Dani ever seen in him?


    But she maintained herposed smile.


    “You’re overthinking. Dani isn’t like that. It’s just that…”


    She paused, letting the air of mystery hang between them.


    Alexander leaned forward, his curiosity piqued.


    “Just what?”


    “It’s just that today isn’t convenient.”


    Alexander stiffened, processing her words. He stared at Natalie, whose expression seemed almost too innocent. She chuckled, her tone light.


    “Cedric seems to have quite the appetite when ites to… certain things. And Dani’s health is delicate. Often after such nights, she’s too drained to work the next day.”


    Natalie sighed deeply, shaking her head as if pitying the situation.


    “Cedric can’t seem to know when to take a step back.”


    She let out a smallugh, her eyes glinting.


    “But I’m sure you’d understand the bigger picture and act ordingly. I heard that Dani didn’t want Cedric toe backst night, but he threw a tantrum, and she had to coax him for ages.”


    Natalie watched as Alexander’s face darkened, the satisfaction bubbling inside her as she kept her tone casual.


    “I just don’t understand why she puts up with Cedric so much. If you ask me, you’re far more handsome than him.”


    At thepliment, Alexander looked at her sharply, his eyes sharpening.


    “Really?”


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