Chapter 51
“Is it really that expensive?” 1 exclaimed in surprise.
“What now? Should I call him and return the tickets?” I quickly took out my phone, not wanting to feel indebted to a colleague for no reason.
“Relax” Dawn said, shoving the two tickets into my hands. “They’re valid for another week. You can return them tomorrow.
“Good.” I finally felt at ease and put the tickets in my bag. I could return the tickets tomorrow
“Let’s go
After spending the whole aftemoon shopping. I finally bought a silver windproof lighter.
But this seemingly inconspicuous lighter cost nearly half a month’s salary.
Still, it seemed like a small price compared to the favor Tom had done for me.
live it to him today. Strike while the iron is hot. Just call him now.”
“Don’t wait till tomorrow.” Dawn was displeased when I mentioned putting it off. “Give it
I thought about it and agreed, pulling out my phone to call Tom.
The phone connected quickly.
“Hello…” His voice was deep and magnetic. “What’s up?”
I immediately said, “Today’s a holiday, so I went and bought a gift for you.
“A gift?” Tom’s voice rose slightly. “A gift for me?”
“Yes, to thank you for your help these past few days.” I paused. “Do you have time now? If it’s not convenient-
Before I could finish, he interrupted, “I have time. I’m at the office.”
I remembered hearing during the banquet that Tom was working on military toch research.
“Is it okay if I come over?
Since it was military tech research, many confidential matters were likely involved.
“I’ll send you the location.”
After hanging up, Dawn nudged me with her elbow, her expression full of teasing “Grace, I’m sure Mr. White likes you.”
“How is that possible?” I said, laughing in disbelief. I didn’t believe it at all.
With Tom’s status, how could he possibly like a married woman like me?
Could a domineering CEO really fall for someone like me, a person who was divorced with a lod?
Such dramatic romances only existed in novels.
It could never happen in real life.
Dawn cupped my face in her hands. “Grace, don’t sell yourself short. The number of guys who liked you back in the day is countless, and Tom might have been one of them!”
“Okay. Enough of your nonsense. I’m le
leaving now, but I’ll treat you to something delicious another day!” I waved at her before hailing a taxi and heading
nut
It didn’t take long to arrive at Tom’s office building
“Grace”
Before I could even en
enter the building, I saw his tall figure
Tom wore a simple coat today, his tall frame and long legs standing out. The corners of his coat fluttered slightly in the wind, giving him an effortlessly handsome, eye–catching look.
He could make even cesual clothes look like a model’s outfit.
I quickly jogged over to him.
“Slow down Don’t trip,” be said as he walked toward me.
“Why did you come out? Have you been waiting long? I felt a little embarrassed. I had planned to give him the gift to express my gratitude, but I didn’t expect him to be waiting outside
It had been almost an hour from the time I hung up. I had no idea how long he had been waiting
