Chapter 33

When Haley looked up, she met his gaze and a smile lit up her eyes. "Mr. Ford, you're back? Why did you finish work so early today?"

"Mmm." Shane approached her, the corner of his lips barely lifting. "The company wasn't busy today, so I came back early."

"Mr. Ford, are you thirsty? Let me pour you a glass of water." Haley stood up from the sofa, preparing to head towards the kitchen.

But just as she took a couple of steps, her wrist was grabbed by his broad and warm palm. "No need, I'm not thirsty."

Haley felt her wrist being warmed by his touch and quickly withdrew her hand, a faint blush spreading across her cheeks. With his palm left empty, Shane regretfully retracted his hand, looking puzzled as he glanced at the messy coffee table.

"What are you all doing?"

The butler immediately explained, "Mr. Ford, I've printed out all the information you asked me to investigate. It's all here."

Shane nodded and flipped open the file for a quick glance. The chill in his eyes was nearly