_Author’s POV_
On the way back to the conference room, Zarelle kept her eyes downcast to avoid the curious looks from the shareholders.
She could feel their stares burning into her, their whispered conversations following them down the hallway.
She was unaware of the faint smile gracing Calden’s lips as he carried her, a smile of satisfaction and something deeper.
Once inside, Calden carefully settled Zarelle into a chair beside him, his movements gentle and deliberate.
Before anyone could fully process what had just transpired, before the gossip could truly begin, the shareholders’ meeting commenced.
Harrison took his seat, panicking upon witnessing Calden’s affectionate actions toward Zarelle, his mind racing.
He had assumed that the two were sworn enemies, which g
