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    “Is he trying to mend things?”


    Dani bowed her head, her expression unreadable.


    “It doesn’t matter.”


    Acknowledging the response, Lillian simply nodded and retreated to her game, leaving the room to return to its usual quietude.


    As Dani wrapped up her data work, Cedric’s nt was dangerously close to being overwatered.


    With a gentle smile, she approached, relieving him of the watering can with a graceful gesture.


    “Everything okay?”


    Cedric nced upward, his eyes meeting Dani’s.


    “Are you going to lunch with him?”


    Dani gave a slight nod in affirmation. Just as Cedric’s gaze began to drop,den with disappointment, she continued.


    “Katrina is not the type to just sit around; she won’t keep Joyce waiting much longer. Alexander’s invitation is merely a desperate attempt to influence my decision, hoping I’ll repeat past mistakes.”


    Cedric was taken aback by Dani’s pragmatic tone.


    “And you’re still nning to go?”


    “Yes. Otherwise, it would only lead to moreplications. Once he realizes it’s futile, I’ll finally be free. Moreover, if I don’t rify things, it might just spark a hint of jealousy.”


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    At her mention of jealousy, Cedric involuntarily coughed, his fingers brushing against the watering can Dani had just put down.


    “Who would be jealous?”


    Noticing the redness creeping up Cedric’s ears, Dani let out a gentleugh. She then reassured him, “Lunch might not fill me up. I’ll cook for you once I’m home.”


    Cedric felt a wave of relief wash over him.


    “Do you show this kind of consideration to all your suitors?” he asked, a note of hope in his voice.


    Dani was about to answer when Lillian burst into the room, waving her phone energetically.


    “Dani, it’s time for the meeting!”


    After Dani had hurried off, Cedric was left alone, pondering whether Dani extended this kindness to all her suitors or if it was something reserved just for him.


    Cedric held back his question, reluctant to hear the answer.


    If Dani admitted that she treated all her suitors in the same manner, Cedric feared he wouldn’t withstand such a revtion.


    But it didn’t take long for Cedric to know the answer.


    Due to a tight schedule, Dani couldn’t venture far for lunch and met Alexander at the restaurant just below.


    “How unfortunate. The cuisine is superb at the other spot. Perhaps next time, I can show you.”


    Dani’s eyes drifted momentarily to a nearby table, spotting Ryan, Lillian, and Cedric. Her lips twitched into a fleeting smile.


    “The quality of a meal depends on thepany. Also, there’s no need for small talk. Just say what you need to say.”


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