Violet had been up all night, just not with Lucius.Forcing a smile, she replied, "You've got to be joking. My relationship with him is purely professional, like any other employer and employee."Estelle retorted, "Hey! Don't you try to fool me!"Violet's explanation did not convince anyone.Feeling
Naomi had called several times, persistently persuading her to return home.Exhausted and with a pounding headache, Violet decided to briefly rest her head on her desk.To her surprise, she later woke up in her bed at home. She had only planned a short rest at her desk, yet somehow she ended up back
Concerned about her father's reaction to her late arrival, she rushed out the moment the elevator doors opened.A hand reached out. Lucius had grabbed her wrist and pulled her in another direction."Hey!" Violet exclaimed in protest.She turned around and noticed the back of his thick hair.He opene
The dinner was promptly served. Acting as the host, Patrick arranged the seating, with couples next to each other. Violet and Lucius sat together, while Emily and Oliver were paired on the other side.This arrangement placed Violet directly across from Oliver, creating an interesting dynamic at th
"Come sit here," Lucius invited, patting the space next to him and looking at Violet.After a moment's hesitation, Violet took the seat beside him.Lucius made no overt movements or attempts to embrace her, but once she was in his presence, she felt like an integral part of him.He casually took her
Patrick noticed Violet's stiff demeanor and inability to relax. He sighed softly as a shadow of melancholy flashed across his eyes.Eventually, he approached and wrapped his hands around Violet's.It was the very first time Violet felt the warmth of his palms. The sudden move startled her. Violet's
On impulse, Violet dashed to the swing and sat down. She gently swayed herself with a push of her toes.Suddenly, a pair of hands stretched from behind. Lucius drew the swing backward and then let go, sending Violet softly soaring into the sky."A little higher," she asked.Her tone was light and pl
Oliver was holding a spoon, but seemingly lacked the strength to hold it tight. After a long time, he made up his mind. He drew a long breath and looked at Violet with resolve."If... If this is what you want, then fine, I'll accept it," he conceded.Violet struggled to admit that this was not what