Charlotte realized that the hands that pulled her was that of Lucas and fear gripped her. soon enough, her fears quickly turned to anger as she struggled against his grip, but it was too late. He pulled her into a dark room locked the door and forced her against the wall, his hands still holding hers.Silence lingered between them as they stared intensely at each other. Charlotte's lips trembled at their proximity and she tried to break free, but Lucas held on tightly. He gazed into her soul with his eyes fixed on her lips, causing her to struggle even harder."Let go of me!" Charlotte growled, her eyes burning with fury."No, Charlotte, I won't. How long are you going to keep running away from me?" Lucas gritted, refusing to release her."What do you want from me, Lucas? I'm tired of all of this. What did I do to deserve this torment? Let me go!" she pleaded, tears brimming in her eyes."Was it truly a mistake you to? Speak to me!" Lucas roared."What does it matter? All that matters

Charlotte was stunned as she saw Sebastian approaching, hastily freeing herself from Lucas' grip."Oh, look who decided to show up," Lucas sneered."Lucas, it's unfortunate that our paths had to cross like this again. What are you doing to Charlotte? Is this how you treat your employees?" Sebastian seethed with fury."What? How dare you meddle in my affairs?" Lucas growled."I don't care about you man, but when it involves Charlotte, it becomes my business!" Sebastian thundered."Charlotte belongs to me! You have no right to interfere in our affairs," Lucas retaliated."You must be insane to think I'll let you have your way this time. In case you haven't noticed, you make everyone around you miserable and I won't allow the same fate for Charlotte.""Miserable?" Lucas scoffed."Don't try to act like you know me, Sebastian. I'm trying so hard not to hit you. How dare you show your face to me?" Lucas growled, his eyes fixed on him and his jaw clenched.Charlotte watched in confusion, her

The following day, Charlotte returned to work with the previous day's events weighing heavy on her mind. Throughout the day, she couldn't help but replay the mischievous smirk Ms. Vanessa had donned during their encounter. Charlotte had always sensed that Ms. Vanessa was scheming something, but she couldn't quite decipher her motive.In the afternoon, as Charlotte strolled down the hallway, she spotted Lucas emerging from his office and heading towards her. Her heart began to race, as it always did whenever she saw him. With his hand in his pocket and his other hand clutching his phone, he sauntered down the hallway. As he got closer, Charlotte greeted him, but he didn't bother to acknowledge her yet again.As Lucas walked away, Charlotte turned to watch him and couldn't help but wonder what had caused his change in attitude towards her. She tried to brush it off, convincing herself that she wasn't bothered by his behavior and that she was relieved to finally have some peace. But was

Charlotte and Sebastian emerged amid the vibrant park, brimming with individuals indulging in leisurely activities and picnics, while others sauntered about. The scene was a delightful feast for the eyes on a pleasant Saturday afternoon.Charlotte's spirits were instantly lifted by the lively atmosphere. "I'm delighted we came," she beamed as she gazed up at Sebastian, noting their significant height difference. Despite Charlotte regularly teasing him about his towering stature, Sebastian never acknowledged his height.The two made their way towards the designated picnic spot that Sebastian had arranged. As they walked, Charlotte couldn't help but notice the attention Sebastian garnered from girls, who stared and gossiped about him. However, he seemed unfazed by their antics. After all, he was used to this level of popularity, with girls flocking to him just as they did to Lucas. But why did he choose to be with her? Charlotte couldn't comprehend why a wealthy and handsome man like

Charlotte remained silent as she realized she had divulged too much already. "I'm leaving," she retorted, threatening to stand up and depart. But Lucas halted her once again."Was that what Uriel told you that day? The day you refused to talk to me about what she told you?" Lucas seethed, gripping Charlotte's hand tightly."Let me go, Lucas," Charlotte struggled, evading his gaze."I don't understand why this girl won't give up," Lucas muttered to himself, avoiding her gaze and speaking barely above a whisper. But Charlotte heard him."Give up? Aren't you two engaged? she called you her fiance" She retorted fixating her eyes on him, hoping he would deny it and make her feel like she had misunderstood."No, Charlotte. And I'm not getting married to her either. She just has this delusion in her mind. You shouldn't listen to anything she tells you," he tried to convince her.Charlotte brushed off her emotions as if his words did not affect her. "Well, I don't care," she said, freeing her