Yet now, he’s pinning me against a wall and kissing me like crazy. This is thrilling. The more thrilling it


    was, the more Shirley melted. In the end, she let herself go and went along with the crazy game. She


    wrapped her arms around Zacharias’ neck.


    The kiss went on for three minutes, and it soothed their longing slightly. Shirley raised her head, her


    eyes glistening with timidity. Both their eyes were also gleaming with desire.


    “Come to my ce tonight,” requested Zacharias quietly. Their kiss was not enough to quench his


    thirst. He had missed Shirley too much.


    Shirley gulped nervously. “I’ll tell my folks I’m taking the day off.”


    Zacharias looked at the sheepishdy and kissed her forehead. “Sure.”


    Shirley wrapped her arms around Zacharias’ waist. She loved his cool, alluring scent, and she looked


    at him closely, trying to see if he was exhausted from all the work. Fortunately, Zacharias seemed to


    have an abundance of energy. He looked as lively as ever.


    “Have you been busytely?” Zacharias held Shirley’s hand and led her to his couch. He picked up his


    teacup and handed it to her.


    Shirley took it and had a sip of water before she nodded. “A bit, but not as busy as you.”


    Zacharias took a seat, staring at Shirley’s face in love. Shirley held up the teacup, enjoying the


    attention he was giving her.


    Just then, Zacharias thought of something on a whim. He wanted to take her along for dinnerter. “I


    have an appointment tonight. Dinner, if you will. Can youe with me?”


    It was an appointment with another country’s vice president. He would bring his wife along as well, so


    Zacharias wanted to bring Shirley with him.


    Shirley was a little nervous hearing that she would be meeting an important guest. “Me? Who are we


    meeting?”


    “Dansbury’s vice president and his wife,” Zacharias said. She smiled. “This will be part of your life


    eventually. You can practice for it.”


    Shirley realized that marrying Zacharias didn’t just mean a regr marriage. She had responsibility.


    She must stand with him and face the future together. Bravely, she said, “Of course. I’ll go.”


    She was willing to face anything with him. No matter how nervous she was, she must conquer her


    fears. Marrying him was not an unconditional thing. She must be a woman who could face


    anything with courage.


    Zacharias was touched. He pulled her into his embrace and kissed her forehead. “Thank you for


    coming with me.”


    “Part of my job.” Shirley smiled. This was her honor. When she told her parents about it, they backed


    her up. They knew the responsibility Zacharias was carrying, and if their daughter wanted to marry him,


    part of that responsibility would fall on her as well.


    Noon arrived. Shirley was in the waiting room. A makeup team and outfit team were serving her. These


    people were professionals. They picked a light green gown that gave off a fresh feeling. It was simple


    yet elegant. Shirley’s hair was curled, which made her look even more elegant.


    Shirley stood before the mirror, looking at herself. She pursed her lips and took a deep breath. I have to


    bring my A-game tonight. I can’t embarrass Zacharias.


    Then, it was evening. Zacharias stopped working and came out of the conference room. Freddie


    draped a suit over him and said, “Sir, Miss Lloyd awaits you in the waiting room.”


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    Zacharias made his way to the waiting room, buttoning his sleeves. Shirley was on the couch, reading.


    When he saw her, he was stunned by her beauty. She looked gorgeous, with the regal backdrop


    entuating her. Zacharias stopped breathing for a moment.


    Shirley sensed someoneing in. She looked up and saw Zacharias and stood up, smiling. “Is it time


    to go?”