Trapped in Love

Chapter 708

Chapter 708 Outstanding

“Neil, am I making things harder for you?‘ Eira asked as she glanced at him.

Neil shook his head slowly. “No. I just don’t want you to exert so much effort in vain.”

“I’m doing it willingly! I don’t expect you to agree to be with me either!” Eira continued to open the meal containers.

Neil commented, “You’ve spent too much time on me. It might hinder your chances of finding a boyfriend.”

“I don’t want one! I’ll follow you wherever you go, Neil. I don’t want anyone else!” Eira declared..

Neil was taken aback. After a moment, he smiled. “If your grandfather finds out, he will come for you.”

Eira’s movements paused briefly. “Why bring up my grandfather out of nowhere…”

Neil explained, “You come from a long line of military men. It’s not fair for you to stay with me.”

Eira frowned. “I’ve told you, it’s not your concern. Please don’t mention it again!”

Neil fell silent.

Eira unpacked all the meal containers and handed a fork to Neil. She asked, “You’ve been facing some

challenges lately, haven’t you? Why won’t you share with me?”

“Nothing. It’s better for you not to get involved,” Neil redirected the conversation.

“Neil-

“Let’s eat. I’m hungry,” Neil interjected.

Eira realized Neil wasn’t ready to open up to her, and she wondered if it was too soon. She decided to

take a few more days off to spend time with Neil.

The following day, Naomi went to see Caroline as soon as she arrived at the office.

Naomi reported, “Ms. Shenton, the secretaries will be heading to Harbor City for training this afternoon.”

Caroline was engrossed in her documents and didn’t look up. “Noted. Thank you for your hard work for

the next two weeks. You can get assistance from the remaining socretaries if you’re too busy.”

“I can manage it-”

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“Oh, right!” Caroline cut off Naomi. She opened a drawer and handed a gift box to Naomi. “This is for you.”

Naomi stared at the box and asked with a furrowed brow, “What’s this?”

Caroline picked up her pen and said, “It’s a watch. I noticed you’ve been wearing the same watch for al while, and the strap is worn out. You should replace it.”

“I can’t accept this,” Naomi protested.

Caroline stopped working and looked at Naomi. “It’s not expensive. Consider it a token of appreciation for holding down the fort.” Nôvel(D)ra/ma.Org exclusive © material.

Naomi didn’t argue further upon seeing Caroline’s determination. She took the box, pondered for a moment, and opened it.

Inside, she found a branded watch with a price tag of 17,000 dollars. Naomi’s eyes widened in

astonishment. She put it down and exclaimed, “This is too expensive, Ms. Shenton!”

Caroline smiled. “The HR department wouldn’t have been able to recruit outstanding employees without your assistance.”

Naomi replied. “It’s my job to do so.

“It’s great to be dedicated to your job, but my gift to you is a small matter,” Caroline assured.

Naomi looked at her in disbelief.

Caroline added, “You don’t have any family in Angelbay, right?”

“No, I don’t have any family left, Naomi confirmed.

Caroline continued. “You don’t have family in Angelbay, and you’re my employee, so I should take good care of you.”

Naomi felt a warm, comforting feeling inside. It was the first time someone had talked about taking care

of her.

“You’re too kind, Ms. Shenton,” Naomi sald.

“Don’t be a stranger. Get back to work,” Caroline sald as she picked up her folder.

Naomi nodded and left with the gift box.

Kenny entered the office just after Naomi left.