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    “When I’m not here, trust Cedric to handle matters.” With that, Dani walked back to her office.


    The secretary stood frozen, ncing at Lillian in disbelief.


    “Lillian, what did Dani mean by that?”


    Lillian’s smile widened.


    “It meant exactly what you think it did.”


    “Are Cedric and Dani an item?”


    Lillian gave a sly nod, apanied by a quiet gesture to keep it hush-hush.


    “Best to keep it between us.”


    The secretary nodded enthusiastically.


    The next day, as Dani stepped out for a meeting, Cedric arrived once more. He immediately noticed the warmer reception awaiting him in the secretary department.


    “Mr. Phillips, we’ve prepared your favorite coffee. Would you like me to make you a fresh cup?”


    “Mr. Phillips, this one’s brand new and seems to suit you perfectly. Please, have a seat and let us know if it feels right.”


    “Mr. Phillips, here’s the watering can. It’s already filled for you.”


    Cedric asked in confusion, with all the sudden enthusiasm.


    A chuckle escaped the secretary’s lips.


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    “Dani mentioned that when she’s away, you’re the one in charge. We just want to make sure everything’s perfect for you.”


    Cedric’s face lit up with a smile of satisfaction. As Dani entered, the door swung open, and she was instantly embraced by Cedric.


    The secretary slipped out with a knowing smile. Looking up, Dani found herself met with a tender kiss warm and lingering, the kiss slowly broke, leaving them both with racing hearts. After a while, Dani let out a breathlessugh.


    “Are you really this happy?” she asked, her voice soft and teasing.


    “I am really happy,” Cedric admitted.


    Dani chuckled.


    “Once everything is settled, I promise you a grand wedding. How does that sound?”


    Cedric held Dani in a warm embrace. Knowing her distaste for unnecessaryplications, he leaned in, his voice a whisper meant only for her.


    “More than a wedding, I’d rather…”


    His voice tapered into a whisper.


    Dani’s cheeks flushed as she nced up at Cedric.


    “Is that all you daydream about?”


    Cedric nodded, unabashed.


    “Let’s wait until we’re back home.”


    “What?”


    “Not at the Harper family residence—too many prying eyes there! We’ll head to our own home.”


    The opulent vi he had acquired for a staggering five billion dors had be the talk of the town. Everyone whispered that it was the love nest for him and his future wife.


    Indeed, it was intended for Dani. Hearing her suggest it, Cedric’s heart swelled with joy.


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