Chapter 31

In truth, Michelle held no particular fondness for Brandon.

From her work perspective, he might just be another superior poised to overshadow her. In the context of their industry, Michelle held in low regard authors who abandoned their projects midway. Although her bosses were some of those very authors, it didn't prevent her from looking down on them as peers.

Faced with Brandon's kind offer, Michelle politely declined.

Michelle responded, "Thank you, but someone is picking me up."

Brandon felt a pang of disappointment. Still, he sought another opportunity to spend time alone with her. "Maybe next time I could treat you to coffee?" he offered with a benign smile, adding, "We can discuss the game's storyline in the process."

Michelle had intended to refuse, but when Brandon brought up work as a reason, she found herself cornered. "Alright then," she relented with a smile.

Brandon then successfully added Michelle on W******p.

Once Michelle had left, Leonard shot Brandon a look t