"Can you believe it? Miss Mitchell's been in there for over an hour. What on earth could they be doing?""Your guess is as good as mine. But remember, Miss Mitchell was Mr. Kooper's first love. Talk about a blast from the past.""No kidding. She was his moon and stars, the one who drove him wild. What do you think they're up to, all alone in there for so long? Wink, wink."A few gossipy employees snickered and shot glances her way, making sure she caught every word. Kisa held her head high, ignoring them as she marched forward. Just as she reached the CEO's office door, someone blocked her path."Excuse me, ma'am. Mr. Kooper is currently tied up. Please wait a moment."Kisa replied coolly, "Then please inform him that I'm here."The assistant appeared uneasy. "Mr. Kooper doesn't like to be disturbed when he is busy. It's best if you wait for a while."From behind her, the snide remarks and smirks resumed."Looks like Mr. Kooper's first love is back in town. Time for someone to
Upon seeing her frozen in place, Gilbert's eyes widened as he grasped the situation. Gripping her arm, he asked with urgency in his voice, "You don't think I'm involved with her again, do you?""No," Kisa replied, her gaze fixated on the food. "I just can't eat here."A spark of intrigue flashed across Gilbert's face as he scanned their surroundings. "Where would you like to eat, then?"It was quite a rare occurrence for Kisa to express a preference. His heart swelled with excitement, and he carefully covered the food, his eyes never leaving her."I want to eat in the employee cafeteria," Kisa said, her lips pressed together.Gilbert's eyebrow arched in surprise, and he chuckled. "What made you suddenly want to eat there? I thought you usually despised crowded places?"As he spoke, he stood up, balancing the food container in one hand and guiding her with the other as they made their way outside.Kisa remained silent; her eyes cast downward. In reality, the gossip she had overhe
Sara laughed sarcastically. "Well, I guess I didn't give you enough credit. But do you honestly think that Gilbert's love for you guarantees a happily ever after?"With a tinge of jealousy in her eyes, she scoffed coldly. "You truly believe he will forget his parents' tragic end? Don't kid yourself. You're both living a lie. Sooner or later, your problems will resurface. You will forever be his enemy, and your peaceful life together is just a fantasy."She lowered her voice, ensuring only Kisa could hear.For Kisa, Gilbert's parents' untimely death weighed heavily on her heart. Whenever it was brought up, she felt overwhelming despair and sorrow. She could not change this brutal reality, but in Sara's presence, she hid her heartache.Remaining composed, even wearing a faint smile, she retorted, "So what? Even if we can't be together in peace, you won't stand a chance."Sara's eyes narrowed malevolently. "You think I care? If his love is out of reach, I'll take something else."Ki
"No way!" Kisa blurted out, trying to stand up and escape.But Gilbert pulled her back in an instant, even positioning her provocatively on his lap. This pose might have been fine at home, but at the office, it felt incredibly awkward. If someone walked in, she would be mortified.Squirming to get up, she pleaded. "Gilbert, quit it! I want to go home.""I just need your help."Kisa hesitated, momentarily forgetting her attempts to break free. "Help with what?""I have loads of documents that need organizing. Help me out, and then we'll head home together."Kisa's brow furrowed instinctively. "Why not let your Miss Mitchell assist you?"Gilbert's face darkened. Feigning annoyance, he flicked her forehead. "I don't like her hanging around.""If you don't want her here, then why did you hire her as your secretary? Watch out; she might try to uncover your company's secrets."Kisa deliberately shared this concern, hoping he would remain cautious.He scoffed disdainfully. "She's no
Davian, Gilbert's right-hand man, held an impressive level of prestige within the company. He was granted the rare privilege of entering the CEO's office without a heads-up, simply by knocking.Sara observed him closely as he approached the CEO's door. She could not hold back her frustration and scolded the nearby junior assistant. "What kind of work ethic is this? Didn't Mr. Kooper make it crystal clear that no one should disturb him? If Mr. Park interrupts Mr. Kooper's private moment with his wife, who's going to take responsibility?"Davian, caught off guard by her severe tone, instinctively glanced over at the junior assistant.The junior assistant rolled her eyes at Sara, clearly annoyed, and then smiled at Davian. "Mr. Park, allow me to notify Mr. Kooper on your behalf.""Ah, sure."The junior assistant wasted no time in dialing Gilbert's landline. A smirk spread across her face as she relayed the message. "Mr. Park, Mr. Kooper invites you in, and he also requests you bring
"You just have to go!" Gilbert exclaimed, crouching down and gripping her hand with an infectious grin. "Come on, you've got to meet the girl who will steal your son's heart one day."Kisa was dumbfounded. 'How can he talk so confidently about a future that's far from certain?'Davian, standing behind Gilbert, cleared his throat awkwardly. "Uh, Mr. Kooper, Kelvin only invited you... not your wife."Gilbert's face fell. "Well, you can tell him that if my better half isn't invited, I'm not going either."Davian was at a loss for words.Kisa urged. "You really should go. It'd be rude not to.""But you're coming with me." He insisted.Faced with his unwavering gaze, Kisa finally gave in with a nod. She was curious to see the adorable child as well, but she worried about making everyone else uncomfortable.The day after tomorrow, bright and early, Gilbert first took her to the Kooper residence to collect the children. It was not until around ten in the morning that they made their w
Gracie shot him a fiery glare and grabbed Kisa's hand, exclaiming, "Don't mind him. He's absolutely obsessed with parading our daughter around in front of his buddies. It's beyond infuriating!""Hey, what's the big deal with showing off my precious daughter to those single losers?" he snapped back, only to receive another dramatic eye roll from Gracie. His face fell, a picture of pure hurt. "She's my daughter too, remember?""Oh, really? And what exactly did you contribute? You just provided that tiny little something, while I endured nine months of pregnancy and all the pain that came with it!""I..." Kelvin was left utterly speechless, seething with anger.Kisa, caught in the crossfire of their heated exchange, let out an awkward, nervous laugh. Gracie pulled her away to play with the children, completely disregarding Kelvin's existence. Furious, he clenched his teeth and glared at Kisa with a jealous intensity.'How can this outsider stand against me, the rightful husband and f
Sara did not seem angry upon hearing what they said. Instead, she responded with a loaded smile."I was merely sharing my genuine thoughts. Your reactions, however, seem like you're trying to hide something."Gracie was laced with fury, and she raised her fist, ready to take a swing at Sara. Kisa held her back, lightly chuckling at Sara."We're offering sincere advice, too—visit an eye doctor. With your level of blindness and constant blabber, you're bound to get in trouble."Off to the side, Kelvin tensely observed the women's verbal sparring, worried it might escalate into a physical fight. Gilbert shook his head, pulling Kelvin into a corner."You've only got yourself to blame." Gilbert bluntly told Kelvin.Annoyed and feeling wronged, Kelvin shot back. "You're the one who got mixed up with her. You wanted her gone for your wife's sake, so I had to clean up after you. Are we even buddies anymore?"Gilbert eyed him skeptically. "She wanted to see your baby; how does that invol