Marco paused for a moment before obediently trailing after Loraine.


    Once in the office, Loraine fetched the first-aid kit. As she turned around, she noticed Marco’s


    expectant gaze and her heart fluttered. His intense gaze followed her every move, akin to a charming


    puppy.


    Taking a deep breath to soothe her nerves, she assured herself that


    Marco had hurt himself for her sake and she was merely offering some help. Nothing more.


    As per her directions, Marco seated himself on the sofa. With a cotton swab soaked in antiseptic,


    Loraine meticulously cleaned his wound.


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    A peaceful silence engulfed the office, as the duo shared a tranquil moment together.


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    While dabbing the cotton swab, Loraine’s fingertips brushed against his face identally.


    The chilling sensation of the medicine contrasted with the warm, smooth skin of Marco’s face, evoking


    a peculiar emotion within her.


    She blinked, her fingertips instinctively recoiling.


    She gazed into Marco’s eyes.


    In a sudden instant, his hand reached out and grasped hers, catching her off guard.


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    Marco and Loraine held hands, but his palm emitted such intense heat that it made her shiver with


    unease.


    Startled, she quickly withdrew her hand.


    Realizing he had crossed a boundary, Marco was keen on avoiding any resistance from Loraine.


    He hurriedly rified, “I didn’t mean anything else. I just remembered that I have something important


    to discuss with you.”


    Loraine’s heart raced, not daring to admit her distraction earlier.


    Marco provided an opportunity for her to shift the focus, and she promptly followed along.


    She asked, “What is it?”


    Marco fell silent momentarily, then came up with a topic worth discussing. “The first phase of the new


    business district has been sessfullypleted. I believe our twopanies should host a joint


    celebration to boost morale and attract otherpanies to join us.”


    Although this was an impromptu excuse, it was also a genuine consideration for their next steps.


    Loraine, feeling more anxious than Marco to divert the focus, quickly considered the situation and


    agreed without any hesitation.


    Luckily, Marco’s facial injury was minor and received prompt treatment.