تسجيل الدخولThe maids standing on guard caught her attention.They had all exhausted themselves in the kitchen earlier."Go and get your food before it gets cold," she said softly, addressing the maids. She had been wondering why they hadn't left the dining room."We'll do that after we're done serving you, Madam," Maria replied with a respectful bow."Standing there while we eat isn't comfortable," Ella said with a slight frown. Besides, they could serve themselves and return if anything was needed.Maria glanced at Zeke, silently waiting for his permission before dismissing the others.With a gentle wave of his hand, Zeke gave his consent, and Maria immediately ushered the maids out of the dining area.Their faces lit up with grateful smiles. Ella had seen right through them.She suddenly paused. Looking around the dining room, she frowned slightly. "Where's Alex?" Maria answered respectfully. "Assistant Alex is in the other sitting room, Madam. He's still handling some work." Ella frown
A few minutes later... Four luxury cars rolled through the mansion gates. As soon as the doors opened, an irresistible aroma drifted through the evening air. Zack froze. He dramatically waved his hand in front of his face, drawing the delicious scent toward him. "Oh..." "I've missed this smell." Before he could continue, Zeke shot him a cold glance. Zack immediately fell silent. Ignoring everyone, Zeke headed upstairs to change into more comfortable clothes. ... When he returned downstairs a few minutes later, Henry, Philip, and Zack were already chatting in the living room. At that moment— "Good evening." Ella's gentle voice instantly drew everyone's attention. Zeke looked up. His heartbeat skipped. She looked breathtaking. Her ponytail exposed her graceful neck, while the soft pink gloss on her lips made them even more captivating. It was obvious she had taken extra care with her appearance. His eyes softened. Meanwhile, Ella avoided his gaze, her cheeks already
Ella clapped her hands together with a bright smile."Alright, everyone, let's get started!"The kitchen instantly came alive.Each maid and kitchen assistant hurried to their assigned stations while the chefs waited attentively for instructions."You'll dice the chicken," Ella said, handing a chopping board to one of the assistants."Yes, Madam."The head chef stepped forward curiously."Madam, what are we preparing today?"The others secretly leaned in, equally eager to know.Ella smiled mysteriously."Chicken curry with white rice."The head chef's eyes lit up.Without wasting another second, he hurriedly pulled out his small notebook.He had heard of chicken curry from an old friend who had immigrated to Canada, but he had never learned how to prepare an authentic version.Today was the perfect opportunity.Soon, everyone immersed themselves in their tasks.The rhythmic sounds of knives chopping vegetables and spoons clinking against bowls echoed throughout the spacious kitchen.F
At Fredamo Group.The top-floor office remained as imposing as ever.Zeke sat behind his desk.Several confidential documents lay untouched before him.Instead...His attention was completely occupied by his phone.He slowly scrolled through the photo gallery.Every picture...Was of Ella.Some had been secretly taken while she was cooking.Some captured her laughing with the servants.Others showed her sleeping peacefully on the sofa.His usually indifferent face softened with every swipe.A faint smile lingered on his lips.Alex stood nearby, pretending to organize documents.In reality...He was silently observing his boss."He's looked at those pictures at least twenty times today..." Alex thought helplessly."Love really is terrifying."Just then—Bang!The office door swung open without warning.Only one person in the entire company dared enter President Fredamo's office without knocking."Brother Zeke!"Zack strode inside dramatically before collapsing onto the sofa."I'm starv
Ella sat comfortably in the garden, chatting with Seline over a video call. "So?" Seline leaned closer to the camera. "Tell me everything." Ella smiled shyly. "There isn't much to tell." "There isn't much?" Seline gasped dramatically. "You've been smiling for the last five minutes!" Ella covered her face. "...We're together." For a brief second... Silence. Then— "What?!" Seline's excited scream nearly burst through the phone speaker. "You and Mr. Fredamo are officially dating?" Ella nodded shyly. "Yes." "Oh my goodness!" Seline jumped up from her chair, laughing excitedly. "I knew it!" "I knew he liked you!" "My best friend is dating the most eligible bachelor in the country!" Ella laughed helplessly. "You're more excited than I am." "Of course I am!" The two friends continued chatting and laughing until the call finally ended. ...After ending the video call with Seline, Ella stretched lazily and smiled to herself.Being in a relationship felt...Different.
As Zeke entered his own bedroom, he let out a long breath. Only then did he notice several neatly wrapped gift boxes resting on his desk. He frowned slightly. He was certain they hadn't been there that morning. Curious, he walked over and opened the largest box. Inside were four exquisitely handcrafted neckties. Beneath them sat a smaller wooden box. When he opened it, his fingers froze. It was a photo frame. One side held a treasured picture of his mother. The other... Contained a recent photograph of him. The two pictures had been carefully arranged together. His vision blurred. Just then, a small recording device beside the frame played automatically. Ella's gentle voice filled the quiet room. "Happy birthday, Zeke." "I hope you'll always be the wonderful person you are." His chest tightened. For the first time in fifteen years... The words "Happy Birthday" no longer sounded painful. Beneath the frame sat a small cake. Next to it was a handwritten card. Happy







