Xo Novel
Chapter 728
Maria came out of the restroom, drying her hands, and spotted Sidney standing a short distance away, his dark eyes fixed on her. She flashed a smile. "What's wrong?"
Sidney's tone was cooler than usual. "What are you doing here?"
Maria walked slowly toward him, tilting her head slightly. "As your boss, I thought I'd check in on an employee's family. Is that not allowed?" Sidney replied, "It's not necessary."
"You're so cold," Maria teased, stepping a bit closer. "But that wasn't the case when we were at the hotel."
Sidney's expression instantly turned icy. "What are you trying to do?"
Seeing his tense and guarded look, Maria's smile widened. "Do you always do whatever I say?"
Sidney pressed his lips together, remaining silent.
Maria brushed her hair back over her shoulder. "I want you to kiss me."
Sidney's gaze grew colder, and he turned to leave without another word.
Maria couldn't help but laugh softly. "Let's see how long you can hold out, Sidney."
Back in the hospital room, Ruth had already fallen asleep.
Aveline was just about to leave when she saw them returning together. "Ma'am is asleep now, so I think I'll head out."
Sidney immediately said, "I'll walk you out."
Aveline shook her head. "No need, you should stay here with her."
But Sidney insisted, "There's a nurse here. Come on."
Without so much as a glance at Maria, he walked out with Aveline.
Maria watched his retreating back, arms crossed. Even after sleeping with her, he still had his mind on Aveline?
A bit of a player, wasn't he?
Well, no matter.
It was just one time. A few more, and he wouldn't be thinking about anyone else.
Outside the hospital, Sidney glanced at Aveline, a complicated look in his eyes. "I..." "Hmm?" Aveline looked at him, puzzled. "What is it?"Content is © 2024 NôvelDrama.Org.
A flicker of hesitation crossed Sidney's eyes. After a long pause, he finally said, "Aveline, I..."
Aveline sensed something was off. He seemed strange, almost like he had something he couldn't bring himself to say. "If there's something bothering you, just tell me," Aveline suggested.
Forget it...
Sidney sighed inwardly. He lacked the courage to speak. He feared that if he did, there would be no turning back. "Take care on your way home," he said instead.
Aveline frowned slightly. "Is there something going on? Is someone causing you trouble?"
"No." Sidney shook his head. "I just wanted to see you off."
Although doubt lingered in her mind, his expression seemed sincere enough. She got into her car, gave him a small wave, and drove away.
"Why didn't you just tell her?" Maria
came up from behind
Aveline's car disappear into the
distance as she spoke to Sidney.
His gaze turned cold immediately. "Maria, I want to quit."
"Hmm?" Maria looked at him,
surprised. "Then go ahead and quit. But don't say I didn't warn you-you're not likely to find another boss generous as me. Given your mother's condition, are you sure you'll find a job with the same benefits and pay?"
Sidney's hand clenched into a fist at his side.
She was right-he wouldn't find another job like this. But staying here with Maria watching him like a hawk...
"Sidney, it's not so bad, you know,"
Maria continued, her tone light. "We're both adults. Why not enjoy the moment?" She placed her hand on his chest. "We got along pretty
well that day at the hotel, didn't we?"
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