8

Laurel smoothed her files, glancing at the clock, it was eight in the evening. Tomorrow's a busy day for Mr. White and thank goodness Laurel has finally got everything set up, even though she ended up having to miss the employee bus. The sound at the door made Laurel look up warily. Mr. White was standing there, looking like he had just returned from a business meeting outside. The man wrinkled his eyes at her. “Why are you still here?

Those eyes are really sharp, Laurel thought. She then replied, “Er, I finished the files first, for tomorrow.

Aaron gave her an unpleasant look. “Next time just leave the job and continue tomorrow.” He glanced at his watch. “It's too late for work, you should be home and resting. I'll have the driver take you home.

Laurel shook her head in panic. “No need, I can take the mini-bus—”

“Follow your boss's orders!” Aaron's glare made Laurel swallowing hard. “Before that, I want us to talk in my room. Would you mind making coffee for both of us?

The coffee was steaming hot and emitted a delicious aroma throughout the room. Laurel placed it on the table in front of the sofa where Mr. White sat and waited for him, then she nervously sat across from him, waiting.

The man was stunned, as if confused about what to say. But that's impossible, right? Mr White's class could not possibly be confused about what to say.

“You've been here three months,” Aaron started. “How do you feel?

Laurel smiled. “I am pleased. There are many things I can learn.

“Do your co-workers create a conducive atmosphere for you?

Laurel nodded. “They are very kind and helpful.

This time Aaron frowned. “I heard you're close to my IT Manager?

Laurel's cheeks flushed. Jeez. Where did Mr. White get that kind of information? And why should a boss of Mr White's caliber care about his employees' love gossip?

Brian. The name flashed in Laurel's mind. Yes. They are close. That's because Brian was very persistent in approaching her. He invites lunch together, sometimes he goes up to Laurel and talks about various things. Yes. Laurel is comfortable with Brian, comfortable enough to let Brian drive her home to the dorm a few days ago. The man also met the housemother. However, for some reason the housemother didn't seem to like him, even though Brian was so kind.

“Laurel?” Aaron asked again, returning Laurel to reality.

Laurel blinked, looked at Mr. White and realized that she had not answered the man's question. “Yes, we are close enough, our relationship is quite good.

“I see.” Mr. White was pensive. “I tend to disagree with close relationships with coworkers. Because based on experience, when the relationship worsens, performance in the workplace also deteriorates.

Laurel sighed. “Our relationship hasn't gone that far to—”

“Yes, I understand. You are close, but haven't touched the context of romance. But it does not rule out that will happen, right?” Aaron stared at Laurel sharply, as if through his heart.

Laurel nodded her head. “I can't argue with that possibility, although I can't be sure. But even if that happens, I promise I will try not to mix it with my job professionalism.

Aaron fell silent and Laurel waited. Another silent, this time for long and, somehow, tense for Laurel, then Aaron smiled faintly. “Okay. We will see later.” The look in the man's eyes was mysterious. “Come home. I've told my driver to wait for you up front. He will take you home.

When Laurel left, Aaron was still in his office. Brian and Laurel almost became lovers, Mrs. Joy reported to him. Aaron did ask him to keep an eye on Laurel at work.

A week ago Aunt Sarah also called him from the dorm, telling him that Laurel let Brian drive her back to the dorm. Then a few days later Brian started coming regularly, even on Sundays.

Aaron had never thought of this possibility before. Never thought that maybe Laurel would meet a guy she liked at work. He should have known, Aaron sighed, Laurel is too pretty. He should have predicted that there would be a few people who were interested in approaching her.

And it bothers Aaron, he had to stop this before it got too far.

Aaron's eyes were fixed on Laurel's coffee cup. There is some lipstick left in there. Laurel lipstick, Laurel lip marks. Then, driven by his passion and feelings, Aaron took the cup and gently kissed the lip marks there.

“You will be mine Laurel, as it should be, because only I have the right to protect you,” he murmured determinedly.

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Like a lookout watching from afar. Aaron thought, half self-loathing for acting like a scout, watching Laurel and Brian.

The two of them are on a date, of course. And Aaron here, watching them. This street is indeed conditioned for pedestrians who want to enjoy walking while shopping. Cozy cafes are scattered with western-style nuances, with exotic umbrellas on the side of the road, offering a different dining atmosphere. There is also a flower seller there and several other souvenir sellers. Aaron continued to watch as Brian invited Laurel to stop in front of the flower seller, then gave her a white rose. A simple act that made the girl's cheeks flush red.

Aaron's chest felt hot. Insolent Brian. The man spoils all his plans by approaching Laurel. Aaron was determined to get rid of the man, with quite an elegant move of course.

A low laugh made Aaron distract from the happy couple. Aaron turned to Lyn, who was sitting in the car next to him.

“Why are you laughing?

Lyn's red lips twisted. “Because of your gaze, it seemed as if you wanted to kill that man.

“Indeed.

Lyn furrowed her brows. “So he's the one I should go after? He seems to be in love with your girl, are you sure he could be seduced by me?

“Any normal guy will flirt with you if you decide to flirt, Lyn. That's why I ask you for help,” muttered Aaron calmly.

Lyn laughed again. “You are not seduced by me, is there a special cause or are you not a normal man?

“There are special reasons.” Aaron immediately shut down. “You agreed to help me and don't ask questions.

“Okay, I won't bother you with my questions.” Lyn smiled seductively. “Is your special cause that girl?

“Lyn,” Aaron's tone was full of warning. Makes Lyn shrug her shoulders and give up, asking no more questions. This man really can't be joked with, she thought to herself.

“So when should I carry out your plan?

“This weekend, I'm having a year-end party, inviting some of my acquaintances and employees to my house. You have to approach Brian.

“Okay, Aaron, as you wish.

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