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Chapter 212

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last update Last Updated: 2024-11-05 16:22:22

Reina

The meeting with Leonard went as smoothly as I could have hoped.

I was stricter this time, clear, and kept it strictly professional.

There were no mixed signals, no awkward pauses.

We analysed the success of the just conclude Gala's fashion project, exchanged a few pleasantries, and went our separate ways.

Or at least, that’s what I thought.

A week had passed since the gala, and I had not heard much from Leonard.

I thought maybe he had taken the hint when I told him I was married. I didn’t expect him to reach out again, especially since our work together was done.

We were not meant to cross paths again unless if we are working together again which I doubt might happen soon.

But then, my phone buzzed.

I glanced at the screen while working on a new design for a different client. It was Leonard.

Leonard? Seriously? Again!

“Hope you’re doing well. I was glad that I saw your beautiful face today. Just wanted to see how you are settling in. Dinner? You don't have to turn be down
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