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    At 9:30 PM, employees at thepany were still at their desks. Not a single one had left for home.


    A senior management meeting was in full swing in the conference room, with heads of departments


    gathered together, creating a tense atmosphere.


    Connor analyzed the current market situation and the movements ofpetitors sinctly and


    effectively. The department heads shared their opinions, voicing many constructivements and


    suggestions.


    Finally, a consensus was reached.


    Connor issued the instructions. “Everyone prepare, we are going to hold the press conference


    earlier than scheduled. I have great Confidence in our product. Please coordinate the venue, live


    streaming equipment, and media rtions among your teams. Meeting adjourned.”


    The atmosphere in thepany instantly tightened, and the executives immediately sprang into


    action, coordinating the work across departments.


    Cam was responsible for ensuring the smooth operation of the press conference. She


    communicated with the media and industry leaders to ensure their attendance at the event or


    participation online.


    All evening, Cam was on her feet, bustling between departments, barely stopping for a moment.


    With time pressing and tasks piling up, she could not rx even for a second.


    The admin team prepared simple snacks like pizza and fruit for everyone. Cam had just a bite of


    fruit before she continued her hectic schedule.


    Some coordination tasks could only be done during the daytime, so employees gradually left the


    office until only the lights on Cam’s floor remained on.


    Cam reviewed the progress of each department before finally resting her head on the desk to


    catch a moment of sleep. Theputer screen was still on, showing the time–4:36 AM.


    Connor left his office, and as he passed Cam’s desk, he paused, quietly observing her sleeping


    face. Her bun was slightly disheveled, and a few strands of hair gently rested on her cheek, adding


    a touch of soft beauty.


    Unintentionally, Connor reached out, gently tucking those stray hairs behind her ear.


    Cam felt someone touching her hair, and in her half–sleep, reached out and instinctively grabbed


    that hand. “Mom, I’m thirsty…” Her voice was soft and groggy, like a kitten’s purr. Her delicate hand


    was holding Connor’s lean and long fingers.


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    At that moment, the air seemed to freeze. A tingling sensation spread from his fingertips throughout


    his body, and his heartbeat suddenly sped up.


    He stared at her intently, his heart burning with an unexpected warmth.


    Cam slowly opened her groggy eyes, realizing it was Conhor. Her pupils dted sharply, and she


    sat up abruptly, gripping his hand tightly.


    Cam found out she was holding Connor’s hand and was now startled and fully awake. She let go


    as if scalded.


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    She avoided his gaze, and her voice was filled with apology. “I’m sorry, Mr. Connor, I… I was


    confused.” Her voice was slightly nasal.


    Connor stared at his suddenly empty hand, feeling an inexplicable sense of loss. He clenched his


    now empty hand as if he could still feel the warmth of her palm. He adjusted his cuff, masking his


    inner turmoil.


    His voice was deep. “The driver has gone home…” he nced at her. “You can sleep in my rest


    lounge.”


    Connor’s office included a separate room and bathroom, where he often stayed overnight when


    busy.


    Cam hesitated, then looked up at him. “That’s not necessary, I have a bed in the rest area.”