Chapter 253

A hint of mischief flashed in Haley's eyes.

She willingly wrapped her arms around his neck, leaning in to plant a kiss on his lips. "Hmm, just lip service, do you want it?"

"I want," Shane's eyes darkened as he grasped the back of Haley's head, deepening the kiss.

After a long while, Haley felt weak all over, panting as she leaned against Shane's chest. Her almond eyes were misty with a layer of tears, captivating yet elusive.

Shane's heart burned with desire, but he restrained himself, merely kissing her forehead and saying, "You should rest for a while. I need to go to work."

Haley nodded obediently, reminding him, "Mr. Ford, shouldn't you give Dean a raise?"

Shane thought for a moment and promptly agreed, "Yes, he deserves it for his recent performance."

Soon after, while Dean was having breakfast in the company cafeteria, his phone buzzed. He glanced at it and saw a transfer notification from Shane's personal account, labeled as "bonus."

Dean almost thought he was mis