Pedro frowned when he noticed that his secretary wasn’t on her desk. Adrienne must be absent because it was already past eight in the morning but she wasn’t in the office yet. He sighed before getting himself a cup of hot coffee from the pantry.“Mom!” He was startled to see his mot her coming in with Adrienne. “Mamu said you went somewhere,” he said, and then he noticed that Adrienne was there. Suddenly, he felt relieved to see her.“Morning, baby! I just dropped by to say hello. By the way, I’ll be using the conference hall for a few hours,” Carmela said but her eyes were on Adrienne.Pedro’s brows snapped together at her mother’s statement. “What for?” He asked. “Adrienne, can you give this to Keith?”Adrienne nodded and accepted the documents from Pedro. Well at least, she wouldn’t be able to hear them argued over the bunch of women in the conference room. “Okay,” she replied.“Wait! I have a visitor coming at nine-thirty, can you order some muffins from the coffee shop?”“You did

Adrienne wanted to concentrate but the women’s chatters distracted her. “Didn’t I tell you to sort the documents?” She snapped at all of them, and it was during that time when Pedro got out of his office.She thought that he would scold her but he just ignored her as if he didn’t see her at all, and what’s worst, he went to one of the women. Later on, she witnessed Pedro going out with one of the girls. She recalled their not-so-recent conversation that he would need a woman whenever he’s bothered. It shouldn’t bother her but Adrienne couldn’t help but imagine Pedro’s body on top of the pretty woman.What’s wrong with her?Ever since Carmela Lassiter asked her to seduce Pedro, her head was filled with his images. When Pedro went out with one of his future secretaries, she was jealous. Supposedly, she’s the one to accompany him. Of the three women, he chose the most flirt of them all.“If you’re done, you can have your lunch now,” Adrienne informed them because she was not in the mood

After the tumultuous events that occurred, Adrienne found herself back in the presence of Pedro Lassiter’s office as his secretary once again. Surprisingly, their working relationship took an unexpected turn as they engaged in a heartfelt conversation because they were both aware of how good their working relationship was.As days turned into weeks, Pedro and Adrienne fostered open communication and mutual respect. They engaged in collaborative endeavors that leverage their respective strengths. Over time, the working relationship they once doubted flourished into a partnership built on trust, efficiency, and effective teamwork.In her role as Pedro's secretary, Adrienne embraced her responsibilities with renewed enthusiasm. Her organizational skills, attention to detail, and resourcefulness became invaluable assets as she efficiently managed Pedro's schedule, coordinated meetings, and ensured the smooth functioning of his office.She loved her job but sometimes, it was so challenging

Adrienne woke up early, feeling a sense of anticipation for the day ahead. As she sipped her coffee, two of her friends, Cathy and Indi, entered the cafeteria. The atmosphere was casual, as they enjoyed these moments before the official start of the workday. It was an ordinary scene, a glimpse into the rhythm of their office lives.The walls of the coffee shop, painted in warm tones of chocolate and caramel, created a cozy ambiance. Adrienne couldn't help but smile when she noticed Lax, the manager of Coffee Corner, behind the counter. Lax was someone she found attractive, and Cathy, being a frequent visitor, often engaged in a playful flirtation with him."Oh, Adrienne, we ran out of coffee beans? We just received a fresh batch from Baguio. Are you here to restock?" Lax asked, his voice friendly and welcoming."Yes, in case my boss asks for coffee. I wouldn't want to disappoint him. You know how he dislikes instant coffee," Adrienne replied with a smile.Lax smiled back, appreciating

-Pedro's POV-If Adrienne were anyone else, Pedro would have been infuriated. He had no tolerance for employees who frequently fell ill or caused delays in their work. Sickness was not to be brought into the office, and he despised employees who appeared paralyzed by their ailments.However, Adrienne was an exception. She had been his dedicated secretary for a significant period of time, rarely taking a day off. In fact, she had only been absent from work a couple of times in the past ten years. As a result, Pedro decided to let it slide this time.Though he acknowledged that the day had been particularly chaotic for him, everything felt different when Adrienne was by his side. With her efficient assistance, his tasks were effortlessly accomplished without any hiccups. She was his reliable anchor in the storm of his daily responsibilities.After his final meeting concluded, Pedro sought out the company doctor to inquire about Adrienne's condition."Where is she?" he inquired in his de