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82. Treathening Back
"Good morning, Mia," Max said cheerfully.
The young woman behind the desk was suddenly wide-eyed. With a stiff nod, she returned the CEO's greeting. "Good morning, Sir. Is there any good news today? Your face looks very bright."
A smile immediately answered the second secretary's question. "There's no good news yet. I still haven't found a proper defense."
Mia's brow arch instantly turned into a frown. Seeing that expression, the CEO snorted in amusement.
“Today is my wife's birthday and tonight, we have a small party at home. Come if you have time," Max said, successfully clearing the woman's confusion.
"No wonder you look happy. It turns out, it's Miss Gabriella's birthday,” Mia nodded, pouting her lips.
"Not Miss Gabriella, but Mrs. Evans," the man corrected with narrowed eyes.
In just an instant, the woman raised a hand over her mouth. "Sorry, Sir. I used to call her that."
Max suddenly widened a smile, understa
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