Chapter 7

My presence in this room, with the documents Mr. Hyung needed to review, suddenly felt like an unwanted disturbance.

The beautiful woman approached me with a smile, and I felt the need to bow respectfully as a sign of courtesy. I tried to contain my nervousness and find a way to navigate this increasingly complicated and uncomfortable situation. Carefully, I attempted not to be the disruptive party, even though mixed emotions still haunted my heart.

“Hello, Miss,” I greeted nervously.

The beautiful woman smiled at me, appearing to have something she was hiding. I couldn’t interpret this strange atmosphere. “Hey, Lilith, nice to see you again.”

I forced a smile, sensing her uncomfortable gaze upon me. “Likewise, Miss. You look beautiful today.”

Her hand reached out to pat my shoulder. She stepped closer. “Stop with the compliments. You look tired, Lilith.”

Her hand firmly held my shoulder, and I took a step closer. “Has my Hyung Woo been tough on y