Chapter 24

Bryan finally reached her office, a hint of hesitation in his voice. " Hey, Ava. I'm sorry for the unexpected appearance. I was just passing by and thought I'd say hello. "

Ava managed a polite smile, trying to suppress the fluttering nerves. " Hi, Bryan. No need to apologize. I... I was just caught off guard, that's all. "

Before he could say anything else, he heard a chatty voice behind him " Hello Mr Hayes " It was Bella.

He turned, realizing she was the colleague Ava had been talking to before he appeared.

He smiled " Good day, Miss.... " His voice trailed off deliberately as he waited for her to provide her name.

" Bella " She finished cheerfully, smiling at him warmly.

He nodded " Miss Bella "

Bella moved a few distance away to give them privacy but she could hear them clearly if she strained her ears.

Bryan turned his attention back to Ava, hungry for her beautiful face. He could sense her slight unease. " I was out of town for a couple of days, handling some urgent busine