43: Acceptable

Unbeknownst to Vivienne, she became a topic of gossip for the employees who just saw her entering the CEO's office. Vivienne tapped on Noah's hand on her waist saying, "You already dragged me in. You can let go already. I won't run."

Noah looked quite hesitant but he still had to remove his hand from that enticing waist. But doing so, he did not forget to comment, "You never know. Vivienne Pearl is quite good at running."

"I am indeed good at running," answered Vivienne with a teasing smile. "I have experience from running in marathons."

Noah also laughed at her and went to his desk to get his car key.

Vivienne looked at the aesthetically pleasing interior of his spacious office. The walls were adorned with a mix of contemporary art and framed posters of iconic video games, adding a touch of color and inspiration. A large window spans one wall, offering a panoramic view of LA's skyline and allowing natural light to flood the room. The sunlight filters through sheer, neutral-toned cur