Emma Smith was stunned.
Immediately, her face burned terribly. She lifted the paper bag in her hand: "I came to return Mr. Johnson's coat."
Liam Johnson reached out to take it.
He held back and nodded slightly, "Thank you for the trouble."
After saying that, he walked towards the elevator directly without another word.
Emma Smith was anxious. She followed his steps: "Mr. Johnson, I want to ask you..."
Liam Johnson pressed the elevator button. The elevator door opened, and Emma Smith thickened her skin and followed in.
Liam Johnson gave her a sideways glance.
He adjusted his shirt in the mirror, his tone indifferent: "I won't take your case."
Emma Smith's hands and feet turned ice-cold.
It seemed that Liam Johnson already knew about her family's matter!
She asked softly: "Did Oliver Garcia talk to you?"
Liam Johnson looked at her in the mirror and smiled faintly: "He doesn't have that much influence! Miss Smith, I just like to keep business and personal matters separate."
Emma Smith understood his meaning: If it was for a thrilling fling, he was welcome. But if it was about business, forget it.
She felt embarrassed.
Liam Johnson didn't force her.
Although Emma Smith was to his liking in appearance, it wasn't enough for him to make an exception. Besides, it was broad daylight, and his interest wasn't that high either.
With just a few brief words, the elevator reached the 28th floor.
Liam Johnson's secretary was waiting at the door. She was a little surprised to see Emma Smith, but years of professionalism prevented her from losing her composure. She still said respectfully: "Mr. Johnson, Mr. Ma has arrived."
Liam Johnson threw the handbag to the secretary and instructed: "Send it for dry cleaning."
The secretary left tactfully first.
Liam Johnson lowered his head and scrolled through the messages on his phone. At the same time, he said to Emma Smith casually: "Look for another lawyer!... Also, women's belts shouldn't be too loose!"
After saying that, he walked out of the elevator.
Emma Smith thought he was hypocritical and secretive!
...
Rejected by Liam Johnson, Emma Smith tried every way but still couldn't see him.
At home, Aunt Mei became more and more anxious and kept complaining. Emma Smith was under a lot of pressure. She made an appointment to meet her college classmate Ava Brown.
Ava Brown got married right after graduation to a second-generation rich man in City B and had a wide social circle.
Emma Smith asked Ava Brown to help her think of a way.
The two met at a coffee shop. Emma Smith told the whole story.
Ava Brown cursed Oliver Garcia loudly. After venting her anger, she rolled her eyes: "Did you really almost have something happen with Liam Johnson that night?"
Emma Smith blushed and gently stirred her coffee.
Ava Brown lowered her voice: "Emma Smith, you're something! Liam Johnson is known for his high standards. There are rarely any rumors about him."
Emma Smith forced a苦笑: "I really have no other choice. Otherwise, I wouldn't trouble you."
Liam Johnson had great power in that circle. Ava Brown helping her could easily offend people.
Ava Brown was very loyal. She used some connections to get Liam Johnson's schedule.
*
At 3 p.m. on Saturday, Liam Johnson had an appointment to play golf at the club.
Emma Smith followed Ava Brown and her husband. Surprisingly, Oliver Garcia was also there.
Emma Smith froze for a moment.
Ava Brown pinched her husband hard and complained: "You didn't inquire clearly. How could Emma Smith be at ease with Oliver Garcia here?"
Ava Brown's husband sincerely apologized: "Emma Smith, I'm sorry! It's my fault for not inquiring clearly."
Before Emma Smith could speak, Liam Johnson had already seen them.
He wore a white casual outfit, tall and outstanding, with handsome features... Among the crowd, he had a feeling of being surrounded by stars.
Just like in the law firm, Liam Johnson pretended not to know Emma Smith and only greeted Ava Brown's husband.
Ava Brown's husband was flattered and smiled obsequiously.
At this moment, Liam Johnson seemed to notice Emma Smith only then.
Emma Smith had good skin originally. Today, she deliberately dressed coolly.
White loose T-shirt, light gray sports shorts.
Her tawny slightly curly long hair was tied into a bun, fresh yet with an extra touch of charm.
Liam Johnson's gaze swept over Emma Smith's fair and slender legs and said casually: "I haven't seen this one before..."