Chapter 115. A Secret Relationship

The black sedan drove smoothly into the office parking lot. Inside, Harry and Alice sat side by side in comfortable silence. Their fingers interlocked over the center console, a gentle touch that implied a closeness that was more than just a boss and secretary relationship.

Harry stopped the car in a parking lot hidden in a corner, out of sight of the other employees. He turned off the engine and turned to Alice. Their eyes met, smiles spread across both of their faces.

“We’re here,” Harry said softly, a note of reluctance in his voice.

Alice nodded, her eyes implying a mixture of emotions—happiness, sadness, and a hint of worry. “Yeah, it’s time to get back to reality.”

Harry lifted Alice’s hand, kissing the back of her hand gently. “I wish we could stay like this for longer.”

“Me too,” Alice whispered. “But we know what we have to do.”

They looked at each other for a moment, before Harry pulled Alice into his arms. The hug was tight but brief, a