Chapter 76
“Thanks,” Shelmaine said.
Julien explained, “Back when I used to drive my sister to school, she also liked eating in my car.”
“Are you close to your sister?
“We get along well enough. She’s five years younger than me. Our family pampers her, so she’s a bit spoiled.”
“Didn’t she commission my studio for a set of wedding rings, saying she was getting engaged?”
Julien drove while looking out the window. “Yes, she’s ahead of me. My family says she’s doing better than me since I’m not taken yet.” Shelmaine said, “I shouldn’t have asked.”
pollen chuckled “aust ask away. I don’t mind at all.”
Shelmane fell silent. She gazed at the street scenery outside as the emotions in her eyes gradually faded.
In the face of her silence, Julien thought she was upset and explained, “I was just jolting, I didn’t mean to pressure you.
“Tunderstand.” Shelmaine understood his intentions. “Give us both some more time, alright? I’m afraid there’s no turning back later.”Nôvel/Dr(a)ma.Org - Content owner.
“Alright I respect that.”
Over the next werk, Julien drove Shelmaine to and from work daily, brought her flowers, and even ordered exquisite lunches for her entire studio. Not only were the meals different every day, but they were also pricey
ay him for the
When Shelmain looked up the costs, she was shocked. She immediately called to stop him and even offered to repay Julien responded, “Our company has a partnership with them, so we get a discount. It’s not as expensive as you think.” “Don’t lie to me. I know this restaurant doesn’t accept outside orders.”
the previous meals.
“True, but we have a deal with them. They prepare extra meals daily and provide a limited supply to our company. Despite that, there’s often a surplus, so i share it with you all.” Julien.”
“Fine. I’ll be honest You’re too skinny and should eat more nutritious food. If you don’t like it, I can switch to another restaurant.”
“Forget it, I must pay you back.”
“Just pay me the internal rate, then”
Once they came to an agreement, Shelmaine transferred the money to pullen. She even offered to take him out for a meal, which he happily accepted.
With everyone in the studio assuming Julien was Shelaine’s boyfriend, rumors spread quickly. Beatrix privately asked Shelmaine if the relationship was official. Shelmaine, who had been struggling with a creative block for days, was caught off guard by the inquiry. She asked with a frown, “Where did you hear that from?” “It’s a guess, Boss. We all noticed Mr. Gallagher giving you flowers and sending you to work. It’s like a daily routine. Isn’t it true?
Shelmaine avoided her question by changing the topic. “Could you please get me a cup of coffee?”
“Would milk be okay, Boss?”
“Have we run out of coffee?”
“No, we haven’t,” Beatrix hesitated before adding, “To be honest, Mr. Gallagher asked me to keep an eye on you and make sure you don’t drink coffee,” “Ch?” Shelmaine twirled the stylus pen in her hand. “Have you been bribed?”
“Absolutely not! I’m loyal to you, but Mr. Gallagher does have a point. Too much coffee isn’t good for you.”
Shelmaine said, “It seems there’s a lot I’m unaware of ”
“No, Boss. That’s all know, and I’m not lying!” Beatrix almost raised her hand to swear her innocence,
“I didn’t say anything”
“Boss, I can tell that Mr. Gallagher genuinely cares about you. We’ve all been secretly rooting for you two.”
Shelmaine replied, “I don’t care how you all speculate, but don’t let it affect your work.” “Of course. We won’t. Don’t worry. As mature adults, we know where the line is ”
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