Ash's pov ;
As we made our way back to our room after a satisfying dinner, I followed Elijah's lead. He moved with ease, his steps confident and sure. When we arrived at the door, he turned to me with a gentle smile and helped me inside. As he prepared to wash up, I sat on the bed, feeling both content and uneasy.
"So, how was your day?" I asked, trying to sound nonchalant despite the tightness in my chest.
Elijah began talking about his meetings, his words flowing smoothly as he detailed negotiations, contracts, and business strategies. With each passing moment, I found myself admiring his professionalism and composure. But then he mentioned Vanessa. My ears perked up at the name.
"...and then I had a dinner meeting with Vanessa. We discussed the new project timeline and it was crucial to solidify our plans…"
