Chapter 176

Ian remained unfazed despite hearing that. "She's here as well?"

Collin was caught off guard as he hadn't expected this to be his response.

Sage was aware that Collin had misunderstood her and Ian because of the "cucumber feast" last time. He must've assumed that she and Ian were playing a "cat-and-mouse" game, which was why he jested.

"Professor Braun," she called out with a smile to spare Collin from embarrassment.

Ian turned to look at her when he heard her voice. His dark eyes were as deep and unreadable as ever.

Sage ignored him and said to Collin, "Thanks for everything today. I'll be leaving now." Then, she left without stepping into the office.

Ian also made his way over to her as she reached her car. Sage assumed that he had visited Collin for business. She wondered why he was leaving so soon.

But in any case, she wasn't in the mood to deal with him. Hence, she opened the door to the driver's seat and was about to hop in when Ian stopped her.

"Did you seriously come t