《Short stories (like in haven)》全部章節：第 101 章 - 第 110 章

The next morning, Sophia arrived at the office with a renewed sense of purpose. She had the lead on the new project, and she was determined to prove herself. As she stepped into the building, the familiar tension in the air greeted her. Alexander was already in his office, his presence dominating the atmosphere.She took a deep breath, straightened her shoulders, and walked over to his office. Tapping lightly on the door, she said, “Can I come in?”“Sure,” he replied, his voice steady.When she entered, he looked up from his computer screen. “You’re early,” he observed, his tone neutral.“I wanted to start on the project,” Sophia explained, placing her notes on his desk. “I have some ideas I’d like to discuss.”Alexander nodded, leaning back in his chair. “Go ahead,” he said, his expression unreadable.As she presented her ideas, Sophia noticed a serious look on Alexander’s face. He listened intently, but there was a distance in his eyes, like he was evaluating every word she spoke an

Sophia felt a strange connection to Alexander. Every day, as they worked together, she hoped he would notice her efforts. But it seemed like all he cared about was his business. He rarely smiled, and his mind was often elsewhere.That morning, Sophia arrived at the office with a mix of excitement and anxiety. She was ready to tackle the day and finish the presentation they had been preparing. She sat at her desk, reviewing her notes, her heart racing. It was her chance to show her skills and prove herself.A few minutes later, the door to the office swung open. A tall woman walked in with a confident stride and a sharp gaze. Sophia could feel the change in the atmosphere as the woman entered.“Is Alexander in?” the woman asked, her voice loud and demanding.“Yes, he’s in the conference room,” Sophia replied, trying to sound friendly.Without a word, the woman brushed past Sophia, ignoring her completely. Sophia felt a knot form in her stomach. Who was this woman?Moments later, the co

Sophia was ready to get away from her routine and, most importantly, from Alexander. When a friend invited her to an art gallery event, she saw it as a perfect escape. The chance to enjoy herself, surrounded by art and people who didn’t know her personal life, was exactly what she needed.She arrived at the gallery that evening wearing a simple, elegant black dress that made her feel confident. As she walked through the crowd, admiring the paintings and sculptures, Sophia felt a rare sense of calm. The atmosphere buzzed with conversations, laughter, and soft background music. She loved the freedom and the beauty of it all, and for a moment, Alexander was far from her mind.Then, as she admired a landscape painting, she felt a familiar gaze on her. Turning slowly, she saw him across the room. Alexander was standing by a display of sculptures, talking to an older man. His expression was calm and serious, focused on what the man was saying. But then his gaze shifted, locking directly ont

Sophia sat on her bed, staring at the ceiling. Her mind raced with thoughts of the recent events at work. She felt like an outsider, especially with Jess constantly looking for ways to make her life miserable. Jess’s attitude was becoming unbearable, and Sophia was tired of it. She needed to confront both Alexander and Jess.After a few moments of deep thought, Sophia picked up her phone and opened a new message to Alexander. I want to see you and Jess. Can we meet up? She hesitated for a moment, wondering if this was a good idea, but hit send anyway.Alexander replied quickly. Sure! Let’s meet at the café near my office at 3 PM.With a mix of nerves and determination, Sophia got dressed, choosing a simple outfit. She needed to feel comfortable, especially since she was about to confront the very person making her life difficult. As the clock ticked closer to 3 PM, anxiety twisted in her stomach, but she knew she had to face them both.When she arrived at the café, she took a deep bre

Sophia woke up the next morning with a mixture of nervousness and determination. The decision she had made with Mia’s support the previous day lingered heavily on her mind, yet it also brought a sense of relief. Today, she would walk into the office one last time, not to stay, but to officially resign. She was finally taking control, refusing to be a part of a place that made her feel insignificant.As she moved through her morning routine, Sophia’s hands shook slightly, her mind racing with thoughts of what she would say. She stood in front of the mirror, her reflection meeting her own gaze. For once, she felt a hint of pride in herself. She was doing something for her own peace of mind, for her self-respect. She brushed her hair and carefully applied a bit of makeup, wanting to appear collected and strong, even if her heart pounded beneath the surface.With her outfit chosen—a simple blouse and slacks that made her feel both comfortable and professional—she picked up her notes, the