Chapter 41

As the hours ticked by, Scarlet's frustration grew. Sebastian had promised to return after his lunch, yet he had not made an appearance. The silence in his office was deafening and it was a constant reminder of his absence. Thoughts raced through her mind as she imagined he was having a great time with another woman.

Scarlet couldn't help but wonder why Sebastian had chosen to stay away without any explanation. Was it intentional, a way to assert his dominance and keep her at bay? Or was there a genuine reason behind his prolonged absence? The uncertainty gnawed at her, filling her with a sense of restlessness and irritation. Yes, she was irritated at the fact that he dared to break his promise.

Then, the workday dragged on, each passing minute heightening Scarlet's annoyance. She found herself glancing at the clock, hoping for the hands to move faster, yearning for the moment when she could finally leave the office.

As the final minutes of her shift approached, Scarlet d