Part 54

After leaving the office, Duncan was already waiting for Adaline and Tessa in the lobby. The man waved with a friendly smile spread across his sweet face. Yeah, Duncan wasn't handsome. But sweet, and his friendly attitude added to his sweetness.

"Good evening, ladies," he greeted as they approached.

"She's the one who's already a lady. I'm still a miss," Tessa corrected with a sharp tone.

They walked side by side towards the office exit, exchanging greetings with the security personnel on duty.

"Yeah, but you're going to be my lady," Duncan teased, poking Tessa's chin.

"Oh, come on, that's so cheesy," Tessa brushed off Duncan's hand. Adaline chuckled at the scene, although her mouth refused, she could see the blush on her friend's cheek. "Where are we going now?"

"Dinner, then dropping off the boss's lady. Then we can have some alone time," Duncan replied, opening the car door.

Tessa sat next to the driver, while Adaline took the back seat. There was no significant conversation in the