The contracted heart

he workroom facing the lounge, carrying a polished

Stick to the

ith her black embroideredhandbag on her elbow and a document case in her clutch. Rapidly, she sashayed through the door, her wedge heels ticking upon the alabaste

lation ousted from her mouth as she strengthened her body to resolve o

off her student loans. She understood getting a job that pays well wasn't in the context for her.However, the instant she came across an ad for an assistant position at Lexcorp, a successful company with a broad range of business ventures, she decided to give it a try after

nking further about the strange job ad, she swiftly filled in her data, and happily, she received an email from the firm the following day, inviting her for the job interview. Robbing her hands on her thighs, she tried to align the fold on her black pencil skirt, one of the small quantities of fabric she had that she could wear to a professional event. Indeed, she was daunted by

ved unusually faster than normal. This made her anxiety skyrocket as she ponderedwhat kind of questions or other hidden qualifications the applicants were meant to carry a

nt?" the same attractive girlish v

upting Sofi

uickly rising to her feet. Flinging her black bag over her shoulder, she held onto h

. It's just a

d like an affirmation, trying to co

ne end of the table, his sharp gray eyes pointed towards her in a chilly deliberate look. Sofia

ammered, still standing by the door, doubtfu

the Lady sitting beside the man

been hearing. Immediately, she hurriedly made her way toward one o

vance. She remained uneasy, sensing the man's unwavering gaze fixed upon her. Private

anagement Graduate from Berkeley Academy. I graduated not long ago; therefore, I don't ha

dded her he

son. I'm Adrian Monroe, the se

rted surroundings, therealization of her oversight weighed heavily on her. Presently in the same room with him, she was unable to explain how she was feeling at the moment, with her heart pounding so fast, she started shivering

t demeanor exuded a magnetic charm, drawing her in with an irresist

d Sofia's inner thoughts letting her eyes return to the lady. "We've reviewed your resume so far," th

our documents, it appears you possess impressive qualific

," Sofia nodded in gratitud

ponsibilities associated with the role you applied for," Miss Monroe stated, her eyes meeting Sofia's before briefly connecting wit

at, Miss Monroe,

s residence rather than within the company. And it's Mrs. Monroe," she

be working in his home?" So

uttered with a casual tone, her name lingering in his drawl. Sofia's head was beaten i

uld consider such approach in getting a bride.woman. The idea felt unnatural

ponder the audacity of considering such a tra

ocial gatherings, adopt my last name, and in exchange, your financial requirements will be fully taken care of thro

t to consider such a thing?"her d

alternatives. I respect your educational background and appreciate your low-key presence compa

out with so much seriousness and the tempting prospect of a substantial payment, questi

re disrupted by

sign the