Finn, who was seated opposite him, noticed everything going on. “Feeling the effects?”Caleb took his suit jacket off, the veins on his hands popping. He could not stop himself from clenching his fingers together. He looked up at the glamorous chandelier. His Adam’s apple bobbed as he did so, and his eyes turned slightly red-rimmed from the heat that suddenly burned within him. If he had not known for a fact the wine he was drinking had not been tampered with, he would have begun suspecting he had gotten drugged. …Meanwhile, in another corner…Penny gazed at the nervous-looking lady sitting before her as she introduced herself once again.“You can call me Penny. No need to be so nervous.” The girl’s heavy frames took up more than half of the space on her face. She glanced up at Penny briefly before hurriedly lowering her head again. Their server walked over to take their order.Penny placed the menu before the girl. “Why don’t you pick some stuff you'd like to have, D
Earlier in the day, Caleb had put up a distant front. Not too long after, he suddenly dismissed everyone and reserved the entire restaurant.Penny was unsure about his intentions and cautiously approached him.After she sat down, she heard him ask, "Finn said you're married?"Caleb's friends knew only about his divorce but were unaware that Penny was his ex-wife, so she was still a married woman to them."I got a divorce."Caleb raised an eyebrow. "Why did you get a divorce?""Mr. Fergerson, this has nothing to do with you. I really need to go."When she said this, her gaze fell on one of Caleb’s body parts. What she saw stunned her. Penny thought to herself, ‘How is he horny all the time?’ Caleb did not hide his intentions and openly examined her."I hired you as my secretary with no other conditions?"Penny froze in her seat. There were, in fact, conditions, but she could not say them.They had agreed to not sleep together, but she could not refuse if he insisted on kis
"It's time for you to learn. Since you won't let me sleep with you, we have no other choice."Caleb was much more open in this regard compared to Penny. Penny closed her eyes and took a deep breath before she said perfunctorily, "Honey, it feels so good."Caleb tensed up and glanced at her as he thought to himself, ‘Damn! No wonder she became my secretary!’Caleb wanted to curse but held himself back. Instead, he grabbed the back of her head and gave her a long, passionate kiss.Afterward, he reached for a tissue from the side and wiped her fingers. The car window was cracked open slightly, allowing for some fresh air to circulate inside.Penny did not dare to look at him. The cold breeze outside blew away the lingering tension. Caleb used regular tissues to wipe her hands clean before he used disinfectant wipes to meticulously clean her fingers one by one. It felt as though he was polishing some precious artwork. Even though nothing had happened between them, Penny coul
The doctor was not sure how to put it to Caleb because the examination results indeed showed no problems. "Mr. Fergerson, perhaps you were nervous because you have special feelings for this lady."Caleb's expression instantly grew cold as he thought to himself, ‘Quack doctor.’He left the hospital without uttering a word and passed by Quentin, who was waiting outside.Quentin observed him closely before he asked, "How is it?"Caleb did not respond and walked right past him.Quentin suddenly remembered that Caleb's memory was jumbled up. He might not even know who he was. Upon entering the room, he asked the doctor, "Is there anything wrong with him?""Other than the residual effects from his head injury, he's in excellent health."Quentin found it hard to believe. Since Caleb had come to the hospital, Quentin assumed that he must have been feeling unwell. "What about his symptoms?"The doctor hesitated for a moment, then said awkwardly, "Dr. Parker, I think his symptoms a
Once all the students had left the classroom, Daphne reluctantly followed Logan. Logan was 50 years old, and the hair at his temples was completely white. On their way, they met several people who greeted Logan politely. However, the moment they entered Logan's private office, his smile vanished. He gestured for Daphne to sit in one of the chairs.The 19-year-old Daphne, still a junior, slowly took her seat. Her legs trembled slightly with fear."You went to see Penny, didn't you? Did you give her the script?""I… I did."After she answered, Daphne shrunk her shoulders slightly and dared not look at Logan.Logan nodded in satisfaction, then suddenly raised his hand and patted her on the shoulder. "Did you tell her anything else?"Daphne trembled slightly due to his sudden move. "No, I didn't."Smiling, Logan leaned forward before he enveloped her in a hug."You did well in not telling her anything else. Penny is no one. She won't stir up much of a storm. When you gave
Daphne did not come from money. When she began studying at the Capiton Academy of Motion Picture Arts, her parents accompanied her all the way from their town to Imperial City. They lived in a small apartment about ten kilometers from the academy.Her parents had sold their townhouse to fund her education. Her father had recently found a job at a local school while her mother was selling vegetables from their hometown. They were both very busy.Daphne had always been a good daughter and diligent student.Her admission to the Capiton Academy was celebrated with firecrackers in their small town. Her strict father had instilled in her a timid nature. She was given a daily allowance of only around 20 dollars, which hardly covered the cost of her birth control pills, lunch, and bus fare.Upon going home, Daphne found that the lights were switched on in the apartment. She walked in slowly.It was a small place, barely over 30 square meters, with two small rooms separated by a two-
Then came the voice of Daphne's father."I made the call and Mr. Herron answered. He said Daphne's grades are excellent, always ranking first. Mr. Herron takes good care of her. How could she go astray? Our family has worked hard to produce a student from the Capiton Academy of Motion Picture Arts. "I'm always thrilled during overtime. Lately, the evaluations have been too frequent and too exhausting. My colleagues were all envious when they found out that Daphne is studying at the Capiton Academy of Motion Picture Arts. They say she'll make big money in the future."Hearing these words, Daphne felt an invisible weight pressing down on her. She leaned against the wall and slowly crouched down. As her emotions welled up, they threatened to make her cry.Just then, Daphne's mother opened the door and found her daughter. Her expression held a hint of displeasure."What are you doing outside? Your father is already back. Why are you dawdling? We need to have a serious talk later abou
In Sebastian's mind, he silently said a prayer for Penny. He shook his head and replied, "Not great."Penny shuddered as she continued to inquire, "He heard everything I said, didn't he?""Every word."She took a deep breath and summoned her courage to open the office door.Caleb was alone in there. He seemed to have anticipated her arrival. He slightly raised his head when she entered.Penny, feeling somewhat uneasy, stood in front of his desk."Mr. Fergerson."The mere sound of her voice seemed to extinguish Caleb's fiery temper.Frowning, he observed her attire.She was wearing a short cotton jacket with a pair of straight-cut jeans and high heels. It was a rather ordinary outfit, something one could find on any passerby in the street. Nonetheless, she exuded a distinct charm. Her exceptional figure gave the simple attire a unique appeal. She almost seemed to sway with every step she took.Penny noticed Caleb's silence and refrained from saying anything else.Caleb