e the feeling that something was brewing beneath the surface. There was an unspoken tens

he enigmatic CEO who had captured her attention from the moment they first met. There was so

she received an unexpected invitation from Alexander's grandm

g with questions and uncertainty. What could Eleanor want to di

she was greeted warmly by the elderly woman, whose eyes t

esturing to a plush armchair. "I've been meanin

to the chair, her mind racing with possibilities. W

ently, her eyes widening in surprise at the revelation. Marriage? It seemed like an absurd notion,

voice gentle but firm. "But I believe that you and Alexander

nore the genuine warmth and compassion in Eleanor's words. Perhap

, Emily nodded slowly, her heart fille

hirlwind of emotions. The prospect of marriage to Alexander seemed surreal, yet there

ughts of what lay ahead. She knew that a conversation with Alexander was inevit

r thoughts consumed by the impending discussion with Alexander. She couldn't shake the feeling of ne

ling Alexander's approach. Emily's heart leaped into her throat as he entered

oached her cubicle. "I received word from my grandmother about you

of apprehension and curiosity. "Yes, she proposed the idea of us

hing hers for any hint of hesitation. "I must admit, it's not a pro

ahead. "I understand if you have reservations, Alexander. It's a lot to p

nctuated only by the soft hum of the overhead li

he suggested, his voice tinged with a hint

sibilities. Could this be the beginning of something more—a chance for t

embark on together. And as they left the office behind and stepped out into the night, their hearts br