Nina noticed the red-haired woman's disheveled appearance and couldn't help but think along certain lines. But the noise shouldn't have been that loud, should it?The red-haired woman crossed her arms and suddenly understood. "So that's it. You live next door.""What do you mean?" Nina asked, puzzled. "Is everything okay now?"The red-haired woman asked, "Was the noise very loud?""A bit.""Sorry for disturbing you," the red-haired woman said with a smile. "It's all settled now. You can go back to sleep."After exchanging a few words, the red-haired woman gave Nina a meaningful look before walking away slowly. Once she was sure there were no more noises from next door, Nina closed her door. During the day, Wilfred had injury on his hand, and at night this woman came over, making a lot of noise. It seemed more complicated than it appeared. But ultimately, it was someone else's business. Why should she worry about it?Nina quickly got back into bed to sleep.The next day, Nina
She had never considered that goal before. Maybe Angel had pure intentions, wanting to make a name for herself in journalism. For Nina, it was more of a passion, a way to speak for others. She did not have grand ambitions for achievements.Looking at Angel's innocent expression, Nina smiled, "I haven't thought about it yet. You're different from me.""Yeah, you and I are different. You've already accomplished so much. You were Nash's senior secretary, practically the third in command at York Corporation. And you still chose to resign. Your thinking must be way ahead of mine," Angel said admiringly. Nina excelled in everything she did and had the ability to uplift those around her, something Angel greatly admired and wanted to learn from."We're all just ordinary people. Don't put me on a pedestal," Nina said. "I've been working for years, and you're just starting out. When I was your age, I was just like you. Once you gain more experience, you'll be even better than me.""You're
"Why is there a swimming pool here?" Nina thought to herself.Just as Nina was puzzled, she heard a splash in the pool. Startled, she raised her hands to shield her face from the water droplets. Once the water settled, she noticed someone swimming in the pool. The swimmer's tall, muscular physique was evident even through the rippling water.Wasn't the CEO of Grand Era Corporation over fifty? How could he have such a young and fit body?As Nina tried to make sense of the situation, she realized that the swimmer's body seemed increasingly familiar. When the man swam closer and emerged from the water, Nina was stunned."Why is it you?" she exclaimed.The man wiped the water from his face and looked at her with a confident, almost smug, expression. "Why couldn't it be me?"Nina scanned the surroundings again, her expression growing cold. "Where is the CEO of Grand Era Corporation?"She was here for an interview, not to play games with him.With a slight smirk, Nash leaned against
Nash was not wearing any clothes, his disheveled hair still dripping water. His deep-set eyes and chiseled features were accentuated by the droplets trailing down his jaw, over his neck, and disappearing into his chest. Even though she had known Nash for seven years and had been his wife for three, seeing him like this still made her feel uncomfortable.She maintained a cold demeanor, but her eyes avoided looking directly at him. "Why didn't you let me know earlier? Someone else took the assignment, and I couldn't go against the editor's decision."Nash did not continue the topic but asked, "And this time?""Well, now that I'm here, you should know I'm sincere about this interview," Nina replied.She reminded herself that they were no longer married. No, they had never truly been a couple. They just had a piece of paper saying they were. She had never experienced happiness or joy in their so-called marriage."Alright then, let's begin," Nash said.He was still in the pool, comp
Nina was startled and instinctively wanted to scream, but she did not fall completely into the water. Nash had one hand supporting her hips and the other under her back, keeping her head above water. She was not choking, but she was entirely soaked. The pool water was warm, not cold. Nina was furious and was glaring at him. Instinctively, she wrapped her arms around his shoulders to avoid falling into the water."What are you doing?!" Nina's tone was sharp.Nash pinned her against the pool's edge, his hands still holding her hips, their eyes level. "You wouldn't have come over otherwise."Nina pushed against his chest, but he was as immovable as a wall. "You said we could work, but what are you doing now? Are you trying to end the interview? Mr. York, your mind clearly isn't on business. If you're not serious, then I'm leaving!"She struggled to get out, but Nash grabbed her hand. "We'll get to work, but sometimes you need to relax."Nina retorted, "Getting dragged into the wa
Hearing this, Nash's expression finally changed, the words striking a nerve."Do you really have to bring this up?" Nash's tone grew colder."I'm saying this to minimize the harm to both of us."Nash stared at her intensely, struggling to accept what she was saying. He had been trying hard to forget these unpleasant truths, yet she insisted on bringing them up. "Just get rid of the baby," he said."I don't want to."Nash's lips tightened as he took a step back, offering a compromise. "I can give you time to think about it."Nina looked up at him, her eyes firm. "There is no time left."Nash pressed further, "Then tell me, whose child is it?""It's Zac's."Nash's fists clenched with veins bulging on his forehead. He asked coldly. "Who is Zac? Does this person even exist, Nina?""He does," Nina said, her eyes locked with his. "I've told you before. He's my hero. He saved me."A surge of heat rushed to Nash's head. He had heard this name countless times, but had never seen any
Nash's eyes fixed on Nina.Feeling uneasy under his intense gaze, Nina asked, "Are you done swimming? If so, can I leave now?"Nash's eyes darkened further. "Are you lying to me?"Nina's heart tightened, as if bound by an invisible string. She met his gaze and said, "No."Nash's brows furrowed slightly, and he slowly released her. "You've lied to me once. I won't allow you to lie to me again."Nina remained silent. Given their current situation, whether she lied or not seemed irrelevant. Sometimes, lying was a way to protect herself.Nash did not press her further but instead let her go to the changing room to put on a fresh set of clothes. He had prepared everything in advance.Inside the changing room, a female secretary handed her a comfortable, loose-fitting tracksuit. "Miss Walker, Mr. York asked me to bring this for you."Nina's clothes were soaked through, and her hair was half-wet. She planned to towel it dry. "Alright, you can leave now."The secretary suggested, "Wou
Nash let out a cold laugh, "Have you ever seen such mutual affection?"The other person was left speechless. They were all adults and should be responsible for themselves, not easily deceived. It seemed to him that Nash was overreacting. However, it was understandable. Worry could cloud judgment, and Nash's concerns weren't entirely unfounded.Nash pulled back the curtain and gazed outside, his eyes deep with worry. "She hasn't interacted with many men. What if someone tricks her with a few sweet words? It's not impossible."Anything was possible. He could not afford to let his guard down for a moment.After hanging up the phone, Nash walked back to the changing room. Nina was already out, and seeing Nash come in right on time, she reached for the hair dryer. "I'll do it myself."Nash didn't insist. He looked at her and said, "I have some business to attend to. You'll have to come back another time.""Alright." Nina turned her back to him as she dried her hair, not meeting his