Chapter 3145


    "You''re right," Er said, shaking his head. He felt his heart grow cold as he thought about Doretta''s


    actions.


    Emma had trusted Doretta so much and had treated her so kindly, only for Doretta to betray them like


    this.


    Ell ar might not be too upset, but Emma would surely be heartbroken when everything became known.


    "Hey," Patricia said, noticing Er staring off into space, fixated on Doretta. She gently nudged him,


    frowning.


    "Remember, create more opportunities for her to act," Patricia suggested, implying that he shouldn''t


    guard the office too closely and arouse Doretta''s suspicions.


    "Got it. I''ve nned to give her a chance at lunch," Er replied with a smile.


    "Lunch?" Patricia frowned, concerned that it might be too soon since Doretta had just arrived.


    Er purposely raised his voice when he said, "I''ve made a reservation for lunch. I''lle find you


    when it''s break time."


    Patricia rolled her eyes at Er, frustrated but unable to show it, and silently left with her documents.


    She was beginning to suspect that Er was doing this on purpose. But the words were already out,


    and they had to go out for lunch to avoid raising Doretta''s suspicions.


    As noon approached, Er and Patricia were gearing up to head out when Doretta''s voice halted them.


    "Er, Patricia."Content is property ? N?velDrama.Org.


    Doretta then inquired, "Are you two heading out?" "For lunch," Er said matter-of-factly.


    Doretta appeared somewhat anxious, then timidly asked, "Er, I''m still getting my bearings around


    here. Could I join you for lunch?"


    Er was on the verge of a t-out no.


    Doretta quickly added, "I''ll get the hang of the ce soon, then I won''t intrude on your dates." "Fine."


    Just as Er was plotting a polite refusal, Patricia had already weed Doretta.


    El I ar shot Patricia a look of mild betrayal, but Patricia had already turned to Doretta with a cheerful,


    "Let''s head out."


    The trio exited the office and boarded the car.


    The chauffeur ignited the engine, steering toward the eatery Er had booked.


    "I really am sorry, Er. I''ll make sure to get a goody of thend ASAP," Doretta offered her


    apologies.


    "It''s okay," Er managed, though his face barely hid his annoyance.


    This lunch was supposed to be a special moment for Patricia, a chance for Er to spend time with her


    before she had to leave. Their moments together were precious, given that Patricia''s departure was


    inevitable.


    The unexpected addition of Doretta was more than just a minor inconvenience; it was a disruption to


    his ns, and the more Er dwelled on it, the more his irritation grew.


    Meanwhile, Patricia was giving Doretta a rundown of the neighborhood, pointing outndmarks and


    features with patience, helping her to familiarize herself with the new environment.


    "Thank you," Doretta gratefully responded, before yfully adding, "You''re really kind. It''s easy to see


    why Er is so fond of you."


    Patricia offered a warm smile in return. "It''s the least I can do. I''d extend the same courtesy to any new


    team member, especially you, being Er''s cousin and all." "Er, you and Patricia are unbeatable pair..


    When''s the big celebration? I can hardly wait to hear wedding bells," Doretta cheerfully teased.


    Er''s response was a barely audible grumble, "Don’t hold your breath," his mood clearly not


    improving.