Chapter 223
Chapter 223
Applause erupted around them. At that moment, the woman who had screamed earlier approached Dominic and spoke to him.” Dominic, thank you p>
Autumn looked surprised. “You know each other p>
Dominic nodded, reached out to shake the woman’s hand, and smiled. “What a coincidence, Lydia p>
She was the lawyer who had handled his divorce.
Lydia glanced at the skinny man, then smiled. “How about I treat you to a meal p>
Dominic shook his head. “Another day. I’m with a friend today p>
Lydia’s gaze shifted to Autumn. A flash of amazement crossed her eyes, and she spoke with meaning. “Oh, I see p>
‘Freshly divorced and already with such a stunning beauty. His luck with women really is something. That said, Dominic truly is handsome, just a little poor,‘ Lydia thought.
Less than ten minutes later, the police arrived. Dominic explained what had happened, then left with Autumn.
Only after they were gone did she speak, her voice still tight with fear. “That was really scary just now p>
Dominic chuckled. “Someone like that couldn’t hurt me p>
His physique was far stronger than that of an ordinary person, and the man had been so skinny. To Dominic, he was as fragile as paper. With a bit of force, his bones could snap.
Autumn stuck out her tongue. “I was just worried about you p>
That casual, cute expression made Dominic’s heart skip a beat.
He shifted his gaze. “We’re full anyway. Let’s head back to the office p>
“Mm–hmm.” After getting into the car, Autumn said, “Why didn’t you accept Lydia’s invitation? That was a chance to get closer to a beautiful woman p>
“Aren’t I with you right now?” Dominic replied casually, without thinking.
Autumn’s face instantly turned red. She said nothing, and neither did he.
The atmosphere in the car suddenły turned ambiguous.
When they arrived at the office, Dominic slapped his forehead. “Ah, I should have dropped you off at home first p>
“It’s fine!” Autumn waved her phone with a smile. “I’ll have someone come pick me up later. I’ll walk you upstairs p>
“No need…” Dominic started to refuse, but Autumn pushed him toward the building.
“You’re being way too polite,” Dominic said in the elevator.
Autumn lowered her head and spoke softly. “That’s not being polite. I won’t be polite with you at all p>
At the office entrance, Autumn waved at him. “Alright, Dominic! I’m heading off. Let’s chat on WhatsApp p>
“Okay.” Dominic watched her turn around.
Just as he was about to leave, he noticed a puddle on the ground, something like jelly or who knew what. His expression changed. “Autumn, careful p>
But it was already too late. Autumn stepped on it, slipped, and cried out instinctively.
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Seeing her about to fall, Dominic rushed forward and wrapped an arm around her.
Autumn grabbed onto him without thinking.
The air went quiet. Like a scene from an over–the–top TV drama, Autuinn was in his arms. The two of them stared at each other for several seconds.
Dominic reacted first. He set her down and asked, “Autumn, are you okay p>
“I–I’m fine.” Her cheeks were flushed. She did not dare look at him. “Then… Then I’ll head off first. See you p>
After that, she ran off as if fleeing.
Once she got into the elevator, her pounding heart finally began to slow.
After watching Autumn enter the elevator, Dominic shook his head and turned toward the office.
However, someone appeared in front of him, blocking his path.
Dominic focused his gaze. “Miss Wright p>
Jewel’s eyes were cold, and her voice was colder still. “What were you just doing with Autumn p>
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Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland’s breathtaking cold.