Chapter 210. Just the Two of Us

“We should come here or go on trips like this more often…” Ace said wistfully.

Well, it wasn’t like it was impossible for us to do that. We just needed to take care of our projects better. The workload work at work would be better for me once we are done with Project Alpha and the competition is finally over. Both the company’s future and our future were on the line for this competition. We can’t afford to lose after coming this far.

“What are you thinking about? You’re frowning…” Ace said as he peered closely at my face.

I hadn’t realized that my thoughts had caused me to frown. To not worry Ace or ruin the mood, I turned and offered him one of my best smiles.

“It’s nothing…” I replied although it wasn’t entirely true.

“Don’t think about work. We’re supposed to be on holiday,” he warned.

His large hand stroked my hair before pulling my head down onto his shoulder. Leaning against him comforted me in a way that words couldn’t describe. It made me