i

to value above all else in my career. In many ways, Nora reminded me of myself when

lowed myself to relax in her presence. It was a rare respite from the co

e had a talent for keeping me organized and on track, and I began to re

sion thoughtful. "Mr. Hudson," she began tentatively, "I've been going through some of the ol

ncial records were not to be taken lightly, and her attent

," I p

during the time Solange Madra was still in her role as your executive ass

our legal battle still festered, and I had little patience for an

been financial irregularities during Sol

Mr. Hudson, but the timing of the profit margin decline is curious. It

from the past and my commitment to the company's integrit

tion discreetly. I want to know if there were any f

'll start right away, Mr. Hudson. You can

imagine, and I had a sinking feeling that delving into the past might unearth secrets that would alter the course of Hudson Industries forever. She was the mother of my kid, Ame

er and force me to confront the ghosts of my past. Little did I know that the choices we made in the com

o

h pride at that very moment. "You really balanced the reports," he contin

ofessional relationship. In that moment, the room seemed to transform, as if a heavy weight had been lifted off our s

had evolved beyond the typical boss-assistant dynamic, and I found comfort in t

l topic. "Uhm, I know it isn't really my place to ask, but I'm quite curious. How did Sol

n't eager to delve into the details of his personal life, and I immediately sensed his hesitation. In an effort t

ng to share a part of his history with me. "She was my ex,

izing that the topic was lik

h paternal pride. "You should see her, Nora," he gushed. "She's absolutely stunning." Retrievin

auty. Her golden hair and striking blue eyes were reminiscent of her father. "She'

voice as he carefully stored the photograph.

ward, eager to understand the complexities of

s incredibly money-hungry. Always asking for hand

b," I pointed out, recalling Solange

e views a secretary job as an opportunity to sit around, file her nails, and indulge in en

the depth of his concern. "I see wh

ehavior," Liam declared firmly

ion between us. Liam's willingness to share his personal struggles and c

t with me," I said, genuine

d at me, and a shiver ran down my spine. It was a gesture that carried

" I repeated, choosing my words caref

a suggestive undertone. "It wasn't a problem," he replied, his voice

ware of the power dynamics at play in the corporate world, and I couldn't ignore

ed we were alone in the office, the rest of th

the situation. "I'll have to leave now." I straightened my blouse, a feeble attempt to

led softly. "Come on," he said, his

eave, to put some distance between us. Solange's warning seemed more relevan

persisted, my voice firmer this

d, his gaze unwavering. "I can drive you home," he offered, his

the fear of offending my boss. The situation had taken a turn

I replied cautiously, "but I've already

l, if you ever change your mind, don't hesitate to ask.

nter. As I stepped out of his office and into the empty hallway, I couldn't shake the feeling

rapport had shifted, and I couldn't help but feel a lingering unease whenever I was in his presence. I kep

invisible eyes were constantly on me, scrutinizing my every move. The paranoia gnawed at

message from an unknown number. The message was short and

sent a chill down my spine, and I couldn't help bu

he called a

nd I turned to face him with a sense of trepidation. His presence was both commandin

ice trembling as I faced him

his tone stern and unyielding. Obediently, I followed him down the corridor and into his spacio

th my ex-wife?" he demanded,

tion. "Uhm... no, why should I?" I stammere

een telling you a lot about me," he continued, his voice tight with frustration, "an

situation was becoming increasingly bizarre, and I couldn't understa

im, my voice earnest. "I'm here to do my job and