Chapter 104

The doorbell rang again.

This time, it was Nathan who entered.

Tall, handsome, wearing a gray suit and matching pants, his face fresh, and… holding one hand behind his back as if hiding something.

The staff immediately started whispering at Nathan’s arrival. It wasn’t unusual, considering he was the husband of the boutique’s owner—and an extraordinarily charming man.

“My husband?” Elena turned in surprise. “Why are you here?”

Nathan just smiled, then gently pulled Elena’s hand toward him. “Because I missed you...”

Without any warning, Nathan kissed Elena’s lips.

In front of everyone.

The kiss wasn’t rushed. But it wasn’t vulgar either. Though brief, it was enough to silence the entire room. Even Tamara nearly dropped the clipboard she was holding.

Some staff members held their breath. Others smiled to themselves. Tamara? Clearly awkward beyond belief. Especially since her own lips had been pressed against someone else’s less than