Chapter 419


    However, things were different. Minnie''s top priority was to have Walter''s baby, and fast.


    If David, the ever-watchful guardian, was truly absent, was this not the golden chance to charm Walter?


    The thought brought a gleam of excitement to Minnie''s eyes, but knowing Walter''s sharp mind, she reined in her eagerness, squashing down her thrill.


    Walter nced up at her briefly before his eyes darted back to the papers he was reviewing. "He mentioned something urgent at home. I figured since there''s nothing pressing for me here, I let him take off."


    Minnie listened to Walter''sid-back tone and realized he was not at all concerned about David''s sudden


    departure.


    However, she could not afford to be so nonchnt. David was a straight shooter, and if he returned just as she was about to seal the deal, it would ruin everything.


    "Will he be backter?" Minnie nced at the clock. There was still an hour left until quitting time,


    With David needing to handle his family situation and thene back, it seemed pretty unlikely, right?


    "Nope, he won''t make it back. With the clock ticking, there''s no way. Plus..." Walter quickly signed his


    him the name on the document and then stretched out in his chair, yawning widely. "I actually gave afternoon off."


    Minnie echoed the word ''actually under her breath, giving Walter a puzzled look.


    "Actually?"


    Walter''s brow creased, and he exined with a hint of annoyance, "Didn''t youin about David always being around, cramping our style? Now he''s gone, and you''re not happy?"


    He yfully stressed thest word, his eyes softening with a look that was both teasing and tender toward Minnie.This content provided by N(o)velDrama].[Org.


    "Of course I''m happy! I''ve been waiting for a chance like this."


    A thrill ran through Minnie. With David out of the picture, she had no more reservations. In a swift move, she threw herself into Walter''s arms.


    Walter gently patted her back, continuing to exin, "You know David, right? The guy''s all business, by the book, and he''s been with me for years. I can''t just squash his work spirit, can I? So, I figured it was time to give him a break." Walter''s words flowed like he was just making casual talk, and it made Minnie feel all warm inside.


    However, in a heartbeat, her guard was up.


    Did Walter know something? The Walter she remembered would not bother exining himself to any girl, much less pamper her like that.


    She had to watch her back, and Minnie''s conscience was not exactly clear,


    ying it safe, Minnie tested the waters. "Walter, I''m feeling so incredibly happy right now.


    "Who would''ve guessed? The big boss of Gordon Group without breaking a sweat, is totally sweet to me. I must