Chapter 181: Tie
My jealousy and rage subsided quickly after seeing the note, but didn’t disappear fully. I continued to call Christian all sorts of bad names in my head for the rest of the day, calming my jealous heart.
Before I knew it, the end of the workday had already come. I quickly got up from my chair and began packing my things. Today was the important gallery show, and I didn’t want to be the reason we were late.
I glanced at my desk, noticing that the crystal jar still had a few chocolate-covered almonds inside, and quickly scooped them up into my mouth. My eyes immediately curved into crescents as the sweetness of the chocolate melted on my tongue.
No matter how many times I ate them, the taste never got old.
I grabbed my large tote bag and the covered hanger that held my dress on my way out. Excitement bubbled up inside of me at the thought of seeing something I painted being displayed for everyone to see.
I really hope people like it!
The anticipation made me too excited to notice that Christian was standing in the doorway to his office until I had already entered the elevator.
He stood frozen in place, looking at me from across the hall. His eyes carried a sense of longing as his gaze lingered on me. I stood frozen in place, looking back at him while unidentifiable emotions circled inside of me.
This was the first time in over a week that I’ve seen him. Even from a distance, his tall figure stood looming over me. I could see the paleness from his recent sickness, but his deep blue eyes remained crystal clear.
I wasn’t sure if I should wave or look away, but the next moment, the elevator doors closed, blocking off my line of sight.
Whatever. It’s not like seeing him changes anything. He still expects me to believe my family is involved in human trafficking.
Shaking my head, I did my best to clear my mind of him and instead focused on my evening ahead. As soon as I arrived in the lobby, I briskly walked outside, meeting Lucas, who was waiting for me outside.