LOGINHours passed, and Stephanie had finished reviewing the files Nathan had assigned to her. Stretching slightly, she walked over to the large glass window overlooking the city before dialing Mrs. Linda.
Mrs. Linda answered almost immediately."Hello, Miss Stephanie.""Hi, Nanny. Have the children had their lunch?""Yes," Mrs. Linda replied warmly. "They finished eating a while ago. They're playing happily now. Lily is trying to steal Kyle's toy while the boysHours passed, and Stephanie had finished reviewing the files Nathan had assigned to her. Stretching slightly, she walked over to the large glass window overlooking the city before dialing Mrs. Linda.Mrs. Linda answered almost immediately."Hello, Miss Stephanie.""Hi, Nanny. Have the children had their lunch?""Yes," Mrs. Linda replied warmly. "They finished eating a while ago. They're playing happily now. Lily is trying to steal Kyle's toy while the boys are laughing."Stephanie couldn't help but smile."That sounds like them.""How is your first day at work?""It's going well so far. Everyone has been nice, and I'm almost done with today's assignments.""I'm glad to hear that. And don't you dare skip lunch."Stephanie chuckled."I won't. I'll see you all later.""Take care, dear.""You too."They ended the call, and Stephanie returned to her desk to contin
The next morning, Stephanie arrived at the company dressed in a crisp cream blouse tucked neatly into a black pencil skirt, paired with black heels. Her long hair was tied into a sleek ponytail, giving her the appearance of a confident young professional.As she approached the company gate, the security guards immediately recognized her from the previous day.Before they could greet her, Stephanie smiled warmly."Good morning."The two guards exchanged surprised glances before quickly smiling back."Good morning, ma'am.""Have a wonderful day.""You too," she replied politely before walking inside.The guards watched her leave."She's really humble," one of them remarked."Unlike some people who walk past us as if we don't exist," the other added.Stephanie had deliberately arrived early. Although she still hadn't agreed to Kai's conditions, she wanted to make a good impression on her
Stephanie entered her room and let out a long sigh before dropping onto the edge of the bed."Why is he so difficult?" she muttered, rubbing her forehead. "What am I supposed to do now?"A soft knock interrupted her thoughts.Thinking it was Grace, she reluctantly stood up and opened the door.Her eyes widened.Kai stood at the doorway with an easy smile on his face, one hand resting casually against the doorframe."Why are you here?" she asked.He smiled."We haven't finished our conversation.""It already ended."She folded her arms."And I don't want to talk to you."She tried to close the door, but Kai quickly placed his foot against it."What are you doing?" she exclaimed.She pushed harder, but he gently overpowered her and slipped inside before quietly closing the door behind him.Stephanie instinctively took a few steps backward."
At Sterling Horizon Group...The interview went exceptionally well.The panel had carefully reviewed Stephanie's résumé, asked her several questions about accounting, budgeting, financial reporting, and problem-solving. They were impressed by her confidence, honesty, and willingness to learn.After a brief discussion among themselves, Nathan stood and smiled."Congratulations, Stephanie."She looked at him expectantly."We would like to offer you the position of Senior Accountant."For a second, she simply stared at him."Really?"Nathan nodded."You answered every question confidently, and your qualifications match what we're looking for. We believe you'll be a great addition to Sterling Horizon Group."Stephanie's face lit up with excitement."Oh my goodness... thank you so much!"She stood and shook his hand enthusiastically."Thank you so much... Boss!"Nathan laughed."Oh, come on."He shook his head with an amused smile."Don't call me 'Boss' whenever we're alone."Stephanie
At the Villa...The villa was as lively as ever.Mrs. Linda was in the nursery humming softly as she carried little Lily in her arms, while the three boys lay on a large play mat, happily kicking their tiny legs and giggling at the colorful toys above them.Grace was dusting the shelves in the living room, Chef Daniel busied himself in the kitchen preparing lunch, and a few housekeepers quietly went about their duties.A few moments later, the sound of heels clicking against the wooden staircase caught everyone's attention.One after another, they turned toward the stairs.Stephanie was slowly making her way downstairs.She was dressed in a perfectly tailored cream-colored pantsuit with a fitted blazer over a white silk blouse neatly tucked into matching straight-leg trousers. A pair of elegant nude heels completed the outfit, while her long hair was tied into a sleek high ponytail that made her look confident and sophi
The city lights stretched endlessly outside the window.Inside the car, silence settled between them.Stephanie absentmindedly played with her fingers as she watched the passing buildings.Kai couldn't help stealing glances at her.Finally, he smiled."Why are you still nervous around me?"She immediately turned."I'm not nervous.""Oh?""I'm just tired.""So your fingers always fidget when you're tired?"She quickly hid her hands beneath her purse."I wasn't fidgeting.""You were.""I wasn't.""You still argue exactly the same way."She folded her arms."I only argue when someone keeps teasing me."Kai chuckled."I missed this."She looked at him."What?""Our little arguments."Her expression softened for a moment before she quickly looked back out the window."...Yo







