Romancing the Cold CEO
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Battered and beaten, Lily White is cast out by her foster parents after her sister framed her. She feels lost and hopeless with no one to turn to until an unlikely man saves her. As Lily finds hope again, she gets back on her feet and starts building her life from scratch. Unfortunately, after her application for scriptwriter gets mixed up, she accepts the job as a cleaner to make ends meet. In unexpected events, life takes a turn on her when she suddenly secures a position as the PA of Alexander Maverick Hauss, the very same man who had seen her lowest point. Lily's fascination with Maverick's mysterious persona as she settles into her new position. As their relationship grows, the lines between their personal and professional lives start to blur. Struggling to reconcile her growing feelings for her Boss with the demands of her job, Lily is faced with a dilemma. Will she be able to control her feelings, or will her heart take her down a path she never expected? And when her past comes knocking, will she accept it, or will she push it away?
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Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 30: A Dangerous Bargain
LILYMia's desperation was palpable, and it resonated with me. I could see the anguish in her eyes as she pleaded for help, her voice trembling with fear. As she walked away, her words echoed in my mind. A persistent reminder of the human cost of Sir Maverick's strategic decisions.Summoning my resolve, I approached Sir Maverick's office. I knew confronting him wouldn't be easy, but thinking about how his actions negatively affected Blake brought me pain.My voice wavered slightly as I broached the topic. "Sir, can we discuss the project transfer?"Maverick's gaze met mine, his expression guarded as he leaned forward slightly. "Of course, Lily. What's on your mind?"Taking a steadying breath, I addressed him with sincerity. "I understand the business rationale behind the project transfer, but I've also witnessed firsthand the emotional toll it's taking on Goodwill Productions and the stakeholders involved in the project. Is there any way we could reevaluate this decision?"Maverick's
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 29: Embers of Change
LILYThe skyline of Washington, DC, was an impressive background for all the activity inside Hauss Enterprises. After the emotional roller coaster at the film expo, returning to city life was strange and nice.As soon as Sir Maverick entered the office, his presence was felt everywhere. The air was filled with whispered talks, shared glances, and a high level of anticipation. While getting coffee, I ran into Jennifer, Maverick's secretary. The splash of red in her hair was a sharp contrast to her clean blue dress."Hi, Jennifer. It's nice to be back," I said, smiling at her."Oh, Lily! It's good to have you back!" She greeted me, her eyes twinkling mischievously. "Anyway, how was the expo? Was it fun? Did Maverick make any big deals?" I took a sip to buy some time, a smile playing on my lips. "Oh, it was great. Apart from the usual meetings and deals, a big festival happened alongside the expo. We actually closed a major partnership with a global tech company. It was quite the succes
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 28: Power Play
LILYThe main hall of the Sundance Film Festival was alive, with the sounds of laughter, conversation, and glasses being clinked. Despite my efforts to lose myself in the experience, the memories of past interactions weighed hard on my heart. It was hard to distinguish between the twinkling lights and the low murmur of voices.I came out of my trance when I heard Sir Maverick's voice. "Lily? You seem distant. Is everything all right?"I'm okay, just... having a lot on my mind." I tried to put on a smile, but it felt forced. He was about to say something but stopped and looked at me with concern. "Why don't you take a break and clear your head? I'll call you when I need you." I nodded, grateful for his understanding, and excused myself to find a quiet spot to gather my thoughts. As I started to leave, though, Sir Maverick reached out and held my hand tenderly. His touch was comforting and reassuring, a nonverbal show of care and comprehension. "Take your time. You can return to the
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 27: Unspoken Tensions
MAVERICKShe hesitated, but then took my hand. As we danced, the lines between us blurred. Every movement, every glance, charged the air with palpable tension. The world faded away, leaving just the two of us in that intimate embrace.When the song ended, I found it hard to let go. "We should... um, get some air," I stammered, my composed demeanor slightly shaken.We left the scorching dance floor and returned to the hotel, where we sat on the balcony and enjoyed the cold night air. "You know," she began, her voice barely above a whisper, "I used to sneak out to gardens like these back at the orphanage. They were my little pockets of peace."I looked at her, surprised. "I never knew that. On my family's estate, we had gardens too. They were meticulously maintained and filled with vibrant flowers, but they never gave me the same sense of tranquility as these wild, untamed gardens." I could see a hint of nostalgia in her eyes as she reminisced about her past. She gave a small chuckl
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 26: Sundance Film Expo
LILYThe elegant chandelier in the hotel's large hall gave off a warm glow. Gleaming lights combined with the sound of conversation and laughter create an atmosphere of splendor and significance. Despite the glitz and glamour, I was still a nervous wreck. After all, this was a film exhibition, and many of the industry's most prominent figures were in attendance. Maverick, looking dapper in a crisp suit, leaned in. "Are you okay, Lily?" he whispered, his eyes full of concern.My heart rate went up, but not because of the terrifying situation. It was fear of looking naive or out of place. I smiled and said, "Just trying to soak it all in, Sir. I hadn't attended an event with such high stakes and influential people before. It's a bit overwhelming, but I'm grateful for the opportunity." He squeezed my hand reassuringly, a gesture that momentarily eased my nerves. "Remember, we're here for a reason. Our work speaks for itself."I scanned the room for familiar faces, hoping that striking
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 25: Last Chance
LILYAs I made my way back to the office after lunch, the afternoon sun was bathing everything in a warm glow that made me both excited and nervous. A lot was going on in the office, but my coworker Jennifer stood out with her eyes wide with eagerness.I couldn't help but wonder what had her so excited. Curiosity got the best of me, and I approached her to find out what was happening. "Did Sir Maverick look for me?""Thank God, you're finally here, Lily! And yes, Sir Maverick wants to see you in his office," Jennifer said, her voice tinged with curiosity.'Oh... what did he want? Is it about Blake?' I pondered as I looked out the window of his office. Right then, I remembered his odd curiosity about Blake. I wondered if Sir Maverick's interest in Blake had something to do with the recent project the company was planning to do.As I turned back to Jennifer, I felt a flutter of nerves. Trying to make it casual, I asked again, "Thanks, Jennife
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 24: Nagging Feelings
BLAKEI couldn't get Lily's words out of my head after our Thanksgiving dinner. I kept thinking about her claims, which made my mind a mess. As for the issue of her being with that man, well, seeing them together disturbed me in ways I couldn't explain.In search of information, I looked into the man Lily was with that weekend. With that, I asked my assistant, Fred, to look into it for him and find more information about that person. With each passing minute, the puzzle pieces started to fit together.I was relieved to find Fred in my office late one night since his company helped take my mind off of the stresses plaguing me."Fred," I asked, my tone contemplative, "what do you know about Alexander Maverick Hauss?"With brows furrowed, Fred looked up and blinked. "Mr. Maverick Hauss?" He heads the leading company in the film industry, Hauss Enterprises, Sir. A couple of months ago, our company was in a negotiation with their creative executives."
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 23: Jealousy
LILY"And please, Rebecca and Oliver, stop coddling Mia so much! She's no longer a kid!" Alice groaned as she placed the tray of refreshments on the nearby table and rested her hand on her hips. "I just went to the kitchen to grab some snacks and returned to find you guys fighting! I can't believe this is happening again!"She sighed heavily, hoping her words would impact the unsettling atmosphere in the room. After Alice's words, everyone in the room fell silent, feeling the thick cloud of anxiety that had descended around us. Alice's eyes furrowed, and she stared down at Mia and Blake. "This craziness is over now. Take Blake home, Mia." Alice said, her tone leaving little space for argument, "Now!""But..." Mia started to protest, but Alice's steely gaze stopped her short."No arguments. Take Blake home and put some medicine on his wound." Alice commanded, her voice firm and authoritative. Mia nodded reluctantly, her worry for Blake evident in her eyes as she helped him up.Alice t
Romancing the Cold CEO Chapter 22: To Fight For You
LILYWith annoyance in his eyes, he faced me. "About what, Lily? I caught you looking at me the whole time. "What do you want?" I glanced at him, taking a big breath despite the pain in my chest. "Blake, do you remember how we spent all of our free time at your house instead of doing homework, hanging out in the tree house, and having a good old chit-chat?" My heart longs for those days. He only looked at me with blank eyes. "That tree house? It hasn't been there since that storm years ago tore it down." As the truth dawned on me, my eyes flooded with tears. I felt despondent when I realized how much time had passed since then. "I guess I just miss how easy things were and how close we were. I thought we might find some of that again. We were once close. You are my best friend. We'd spend hours talking, laughing, and doing all that crazy stuff." Annoyed, Blake replied, "I don't remember any of it, Lily. Are you sure you didn't make up those memories? We were never that close, and I
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