73. Second Chance

"Uncle." Caroline walked over to Jared who was eating lunch in the office cafeteria today.

"I told you, don't call me uncle at work." Jared commented with an annoyed look on his face.

"Sorry." Caroline smiled and said. She sat on the chair opposite Jared. Hoping that this time they could have lunch together. Because Jared always ate lunch outside during the few days Caroline worked there.

"Behave like a subordinate and a superior, Caroline." Jared rose to his feet, carrying his tray of food to move elsewhere. He began to avoid any interaction with Caroline.

Caroline could only stare in confusion. She looked at Jared, who was enjoying lunch with other staff at a table not far from where she was sitting. She felt sick at Jared's rejection. Why avoid it? After all, everyone knew they were engaged. There was nothing to worry about their closeness in the office.

Caroline looked around as Donny approached Thalius' table to eat together. It was unusual for them to eat in the cafeteria. Usua