After getting into the car, Kimberly remembered something important that needed clarification. She had intentionally set this issue aside with various matters clouding her judgment recently. Now that they had openly redefined their relationship, it seemed appropriate to address it.The charming and radiant Kimberly, with a hint of a smile on her lips and shallow dimples showing, turned to John and asked, “John, what made you think of applying for the position of my assistant back then? Wasn’t it a bit of an overqualification for someone of your status to work as my personal assistant?”Hearing this, John, who was driving, felt a chill run down his spine. He glanced at his boss, Samuel, who was engrossed in his documents, appearing indifferent and aloof. Feeling utterly unsupported, John knew he couldn't rely on his boss for help.John forced a laugh and chose a conservative response, “Miss Wilson, the compensation was good, and I needed the money at that time, so I applied for the pos
John hastily dropped off his boss, Samuel, and Kimberly at the Apartment and left quickly, fearing further entanglement in their affairs. Kimberly stepped into the house first.After changing her shoes, she headed straight to the sofa. Samuel followed leisurely, exuding his usual distinguished composure, showing no signs of apprehension about facing any impending storm.His deep, calm eyes briefly scanned Kimberly, sitting on the sofa with her arms crossed and back straight. Her gaze was fixed on him, cold and mocking. She was waiting for him to initiate the conversation and confess.Kimberly had expected him to show some remorse, but he did not. His tall figure was calm and composed, his face expressionless.Kimberly's voice turned cold. "Samuel, I'm giving you one last chance. You'd better confess everything."Samuel was silent momentarily, then finally said, "Wait a moment."Kimberly watched as he went into the study and soon returned with an exquisite black velvet box in his hand.
After hearing his words, Kimberly didn't respond. She composed her thoughts, freed her wrist from his grasp, and walked past him.She could see the neon lights flickering outside in her top-floor apartment in the city center. While the nightlife out was beginning, the atmosphere inside the apartment was as still as a pond.Samuel stood still for a long time, his pale and bony hand seemingly still feeling the softness of her skin. Yet now, his hand was empty, mirroring the void in his heart.Standing tall and aloof, his dignified figure bent down to pick up the valuable blue diamond from the carpet. He placed it back into the velvet box, gathered it in his hand, and went to the study.After Kimberly finished her routine, she tossed and turned in bed, unable to sleep. Taking advantage of Samuel's absence as he worked in the study, she opened her Instagram and browsed her old posts.From her first year in university to the present, it took her a while to go through years of posts. The mo
Kimberly lay awake in bed for a long time, the master bedroom bathed in cold hues, dark and lonely. She lay with her eyes open in the darkness for a while, not turning on the light, then decided to reach out and open the curtain control switch.The luxurious curtains that covered the entire floor-to-ceiling windows slowly retracted to both sides. Instantly, the dazzling lights from outside poured in through the enormous windows. The neon lights, wrapped in the night, were mesmerizing and quiet, silently twinkling.It was late at night, and Samuel was still dealing with work.Perhaps it was because of work, but more likely, it was his way of subtly expressing his displeasure about today’s events.Usually, she would never show weakness to someone who schemed against her so ruthlessly, but today was different.For some reason, remembering him silently watching her joys and sorrows with another person from afar in a foreign land over several years stirred something in her heart.Finally,
Upon hearing this, Kimberly’s ears turned red, but she didn't avoid it this time and looked straight back into his burning gaze."Samuel, remember that I am the Boss here. Please know your place," she blushed, speaking righteously.A smile appeared in his indifferent, cold eyes. He lowered his gaze and laughed softly, the laughter spreading in the subdued atmosphere.Samuel's smile was beautiful, like the melting of pristine frost and snow, warming the iciness in his eyes. Kimberly was momentarily stunned by it.His handsome eyebrows lifted slightly as he looked at her seriously, "Are you sure you don't want to kiss me?"His tempting and playful appearance invited her to push him over quickly. The cold yet expectant look in his eyes made one want to tease him mercilessly.But only Kimberly knew this was a layer of innocence he cloaked over his cold and ruthless nature. On the surface, he appeared weak, luring one in, only to devour them once they were deeply involved.If this 'big bad
The unmoving figure had no intention of leaving.Kimberly felt increasingly self-conscious under his unabashed gaze, her ears turning redder. Under his compelling presence, she didn't want to show weakness. It was just changing clothes, after all. If he wanted to watch, then let him.She pretended to be calm as she got out of bed, revealing her fair, delicate skin, marred with bruises, a testament to the previous night's lack of gentleness.The cold black eyes of the man standing by the bed darkened further.Just as she was about to step out of bed, her pale, delicate feet not yet touching the ground, he pushed her back down.He glanced at the time and murmured, "There's still time.""…"Fortunately, Samuel wasn't completely heartless. He only held her close, kissing and caressing, without going further. But it still delayed them considerably. When the car entered the alley on the east side of the school's rear gate, it was already filled with vehicles. The alley, a one-way street, nee
At the breakfast shop near the school's back gate, the modest-looking store was bustling with customers, including students in uniforms, residents, and visitors like them who had come from afar for the food.The small shop couldn't accommodate many people, so tables were set outside the street.Fortunately, it wasn't peak time, so they found a spot to sit outside.Samuel didn't eat much, spending more time watching her eat.After she was full, his long, handsome hand took a napkin and reached over to wipe the soup residue from the corner of her mouth.Kimberly paused, looking up at him.Suddenly, she caught a fleeting glimpse of hidden sorrow in his eyes, disappearing instantly, making her wonder if she had imagined it.The cold and distinguished man stood up, his posture straight and graceful, holding her slender wrist in his stern voice. He softly suggested, "Shall we walk a bit?"Looking at the crowded street, they had arrived a bit late, and finding a parking spot was already good
Kimberly wore a simple yet elegant black dress today, paired with a luxurious Fendi fur coat from the latest autumn and winter fashion show. This combination highlighted her deer-like bright eyes, making them look like clear pools of water. Her natural elegance and charm were evident.Standing beside the equally eye-catching Samuel, she did not lose any presence. Their unexpected match drew even more attention.A teacher in the crowd, Emily felt a sense of loss upon seeing the woman beside Samuel. She had harbored feelings for Samuel since high school but knew their difference in status was vast. Holding onto a sliver of hope, she once confessed her feelings to him, but the usually indifferent Samuel told her he liked someone else.She had always admired him from afar, and over the years, as the gap between their statuses widened, she gradually stopped paying attention. She felt excitement and joy when she returned to her alma mater to teach and learned that Samuel's company was donat