When Ethan opened the drawer, he found a collection of Lily's early photos that his secretary Helen had gathered. The images captured her transformation from a radiant child to a spirited teen. He chuckled at the memory of her posing with youthful pride for the camera. His gaze shifted to a wooden tomato figurine on his desk, its bright red color stark against the office's austere decor. Seeing it in Germany had reminded him of Lily's cookie doodles, and he'd brought it back to tease her. From Princess Peacock to Tomato Girl, she remained etched in his mind.
Ethan's sexy lips couldn't help but curl into a teasing smirk.
"Knock knock—"
There were two knocks on the office door.
"Come in," Ethan called out, pulling his thoughts back and speaking in a cold, detached voice.
In stepped his secretary, Helen, a poised woman in her forties.
