His tone was devoid of any emotion and even carried a hint of coldness, making Ruby Gregory's heart even more nervous, "Some work wasn't finished, so I'm a bit late."
Steve Burton didn't respond this time, not even bothering to lift his head and look at her.
His indifference made Ruby's prepared explanations seem inadequate, and she suddenly didn't know where to start.
Steve, however, seemed much more composed than her, as if she didn't exist, and continued to peruse the documents in his hands.
It wasn't until Steve finished reading the documents that he glanced at Ruby, "What is it?"
His tone was somewhat perfunctory, as if he was annoyed because his work was interrupted.
And what she was going to talk about had nothing to do with work, Ruby couldn't help but wonder if she'd anger Steve if she couldn't say it. She couldn't help but purse her lips slightly.
Steve furrowed his brow gently, "What's wrong?"