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Like a man true to his words, Randy proved his promise by returning immediately after attending an important meeting. Even when Stella tried to stop him from going to lunch together and visiting a colleague's residence, Randy seemed to decline.

"Sorry, Stella. I can't join you. I already promised my wife to go straight home after the meeting. If you really want to go to Mr. Satrio's residence, go ahead. And please, give my regards to him," he said after explaining his refusal.

Stella sighed a little. For God's sake, why was it so difficult to find a way to melt this man's heart?

"So, you can't make it? Just for lunch together?"

Randy shook his head.

"If I have lunch first, my wife will be disappointed. She's probably waiting for me to have lunch together. So, once again, I apologize for not being able to accept your invitation."

Stella nodded resignedly. Although annoyed, she finally chose to give up her efforts to persuade Randy to join her.

Meanwhile, Randy immediately hurried. Acco