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Chapter 28

Author: Arlo Drake
Just as Serena was about to leave, Wilson pushed the door open and walked in. He was dressed in a custom-tailored black suit without a tie, and the perfectly fitted trousers accentuated his long legs. His demeanor was cool and composed, yet there was a hint of casual indifference in his stride.

"Mr. Quade," Serena greeted him with a warm smile. "I brought you your breakfast."

Wilson approached the desk and glanced at the neatly packaged mushroom soup on it. He clicked his tongue. He remarked dryly, "Ms. Judd, your soup looks so exquisite—exactly like the one from the breakfast shop downstairs. Funny, the packaging even has the same logo."

Serena froze for a moment before explaining, "I did make soup for you, but there was an accident this morning, and it spilled everywhere. I had no choice but to buy some. Don't worry—I'll make it for you tomorrow."

Wilson's gaze softened slightly. "Are you okay?"

"Huh?" Serena blinked. Then, it hit her that he was asking about her. "I'm fine. The
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