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Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 11: Taking The Extra Mile
LILYI walked into the office, my mind racing with the tasks I had to complete. But as I settled into my desk, I noticed a stack of files that weren't there the day before. I picked up the topmost file and skimmed through it. My eyes widened as I realized the amount of work added to my plate."Good morning, Miss White." Chloe greeted me, her voice dripping with faux sweetness. She was leaning against my desk, a smug smile on her lips."Oh, hi, Miss Johnson. You’re early today," I replied, trying to keep my voice steady. When I approached the stack of files on my desk, I asked, "Is this all for me?"Chloe's smile widened. "Yes, they are. I thought you could handle them."I felt a knot forming in my stomach. I knew what Chloe was doing. She was trying to sabotage me and make me fail. But I couldn't let her see that I was affected."Oh... okay. I'll try to check all of them as soon as I'm done with the reports," I said, forcing a smile on my face."Good. While you're on that, add these f
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 12: Poisoned Chalice
LILYThe morning was a blur of paperwork and Chloe's smug face. I was so engrossed in my work that I almost forgot to purchase the medicine from the prescription note on my desk. It was written in Sir Maverick's handwriting. As I rushed to the pharmacy, I couldn't help but wonder why Sir Maverick had left a prescription note on my desk.His handwriting was always distinctive, but it seemed more urgent than usual this time. I couldn't shake off the feeling that he needed a robust and potent medicine.'Does he have some sort of prostate ailment?' It was a request for a philter, a potent concoction that was often used for, well, intimate purposes.I was taken aback, but I assumed that Maverick had his reasons. Maybe it was a personal matter that he didn't want to discuss. I decided to respect his privacy and fetch the philter without asking any questions.When I returned to the office, I headed straight to Maverick's office, the small bag containing the philter clutched tightly in my han
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 13: The Unraveling
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Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 14: Her Homecoming
LILYWhile I was at work, the shrill ring of my phone startled me, yanking me out of my deep concentration. I glanced at the caller ID, and my heart dropped. It was Rebecca, my foster mother. I took a deep breath, bracing myself for the conversation, and picked up the call."Mother, you called," I said, trying to keep my voice steady despite the churn inside me."Lily," Rebecca's voice was as cold as ice, devoid of warmth. "You need to come home immediately."My heart pounded in my chest. "What happened? Is everything okay?" I asked, my mind racing with possible scenarios."Don't ask questions; just come home," Rebecca snapped her words like a slap. Then, she ended the call abruptly.I sat there for a moment, the phone still in my hand, a sense of dread washing over me. I knew that a summons from Rebecca was never a good sign. I quickly packed up my things and left the office, my mind a whirlwind of worry and apprehension.The weekend came all too quickly. A chill ran down my spine as
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 15: Unforgotten Love
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Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 16: Thorn in the Rose
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Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 17: The Unseen Danger
LILYThe day was a blur of numbers, spreadsheets, and endless cups of coffee. My mind was filled with tasks, deadlines, and the constant hum of office chatter. I was so engrossed in my work that I barely noticed the time passing. It was only when Joshua, my coworker, approached my desk that I realized it was already late in the afternoon."Hey, Lily," Joshua greeted me, leaning casually against my desk. "You've been working non-stop. How about we grab a meal after work?"I looked up, surprised. "Oh, Joshua, I usually work late."He shrugged with a friendly smile on his face. "Well, there's always a first time for everything. Besides, it's good to take a break once in a while."I hesitated, glancing at the pile of work still left on my desk. I had always been the type to work overtime and stay late until all my tasks were done. But something in Joshua's offer made me reconsider. It could be the chance to make a friend in the office or the simple prospect of a change in routine. After
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 18: Her Unlikely Savior
MAVERICKThe sight that greeted me as I stepped into the room was one I would never forget. Lily, my diligent and hardworking assistant, was in a state of distress, her clothes torn and her face pale with fear. And the bastard stood over her, plastering a wicked grin on his face.A surge of anger coursed through me—a raw, primal instinct to protect. "Joshua," I growled, echoing in the dimly lit room. "Get away from her."Joshua turned, surprise flashing across his face before it morphed into a smirk. "Maverick," he drawled, "I was just... having a little fun with your assistant here." She's pretty entertaining, you know." Harris took a step closer to her, clearly enjoying the power he held at that moment."Don't you dare lay a finger on her," I warned, my fists clenching at my sides. The room grew tense as the air crackled with an impending confrontation.He raised an eyebrow, his smirk widening. "Oh, Maverick, always the hero," he taunted. "But you should know by now that I always ge
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