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Rachel hesitated, her voice laced with uncertainty as she asked the question.
Brian’s indifferent gaze sent a wave of disappointment through her, prompting her to quickly withdraw. “Sorry… I crossed the line.”
She remembered clearly–he once said he despised nepotism and favoritism.
So, when she joined White Group, she had gone through every step–submitting her resume and attending interviews–all entirely on her own merit.
Even when she got promoted later on, she never once mentioned him, determined to earn her success without his influence.
“Forward his resume to Ronald. I’ll have him handle it.‘
Rachel froze, her breath catching in disbelief. “Wait… you mean you’re agreeing?”
She had braced herself for outright rejection, but the fact that he suddenly relented felt almost dreamlike.
“Thank you, Brian… really, thank you.” Genuine gratitude overflowed in her voice.
The thought of Myrna getting another chance at life and Huey finally being able to smile again made everything she did feel worthwhile.
Brian watched her closely, then without thinking, his hand lifted–his fingertips just barely grazing her cheek–before he abruptly pulled back.
“You’re really that happy over this?”
Rachel’s eyes lit up, her smile radiant. “Yes. I am… more than you know.”
It was the joy of knowing she had a chance to save a life. How could she not be happy about it?
“Get some rest. Sleep early.”
His tone was soft, but without lingering, he turned and walked back toward the sofa.
The room sank into silence.
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This time, Rachel drifted off almost instantly, but Brian remained wide awake, his thoughts a tangled mess.
After what felt like an eternity, he stepped out onto the balcony and dialed Ronald. “Check the pharmaceutical department applicants. Is there a Huey Dury among them?”
Ronald hadn’t even begun searching when he replied, “I actually heard Ms. Marsh personally approached Charlie Garza regarding Huey Dury,”
Brian’s grip on his phone tightened. “You’re certain?”
“Almost positive.”
“Send me his resume.”
The moment his eyes landed on the alma mater and noticed a pattern of familiar connections, his gaze darkened.
First Andres Garrett, and now Huey Dury. Just how many men had she crossed paths
with shey parted ways?
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And importantly… why was she suddenly willing to swallow her pride and push for Huey’s employment? What exactly was their relationship?
A surge of unsettled emotions swirled in Brian’s chest, leaving him restless.
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already well–positioned at the hospital and highly regarded. Why the sudden shift to White Group? Do a deep dive. I want every detail,” Brian ordered coldly.
Ronald quickly responded, “Got it.”
The next morning, the moment Brian woke up, his first instinct was to glance at the bed.
The large bed was immaculately made. But Rachel was gone.
Panic gripped him. Without bothering to change out of his pajamas, he rushed out the
door.
At the turn of the staircase, he grabbed the first person he saw. “Where’s Rachel?” he demanded, his voice strained with urgency.
The housekeeper smiled warmly. “She is outside with your grandma, doing morning exercises.”
Brian’s head snapped toward the back yard as the housekeeper gestured in that direction.
The sight of Rachel standing beside his grandmother eased the tension coiled in his
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chest. She was still here. She hadn’t left. Since when did simply seeing her make his heart feel so light?
Wasting no time, Brian hurried to change, quickly freshened up, and headed outside.
Carol was in high spirits, her body moving through simple exercises, and Rachel was right there beside her, quietly following along despite her slow and unsteady pace.
Her coordination was slightly off, but she didn’t seem to mind. She kept pace with patience, never once complaining,
Spotting Brian, Carol’s face lit up, her smile filled with unspoken joy,
“You’re just in time. Join us.”
“Sure,” Brian answered without hesitation. His natural agility, honed from years of fitness training, allowed him to master the moves within minutes after watching Carol do them twice. His form was almost perfect.
Rachel, however, struggled with certain postures, her physical condition limiting her fluidity.
Her movements were slower, more careful
and Brian noticed it immediately.
Sweat soon dotted her forehead, her breath coming out in quick, labored gasps. Noticing her struggle, the housekeeper hurried over, offering a towel and a glass of water. “Here, Mrs. White, have some water and rest for a bit. No need to push yourself.”
Rachel froze, her hand clutching the glass mid–air. “Mrs. White?” she echoed, her eyes widening in disbelief. The title was now inappropriate, wasn’t it?
But Carol, utterly pleased, nodded approvingly. “Yes. That’s exactly how it should be addressed from now on.” Turning to the housekeeper, she added with finality, “Let everyone know–address her as Mrs. White from today onwards.”
Rachel’s face flushed with embarrassment.
She knew better than anyone that she and Brian were no longer together.
“No–No need to rush. Brian and I are not married yet,” she stammered, trying to downplay the awkwardness.
Carol chuckled, her gaze filled with warmth, “Oh, look at that–she’s getting all shy.” Her teasing only made Rachel squirm more.
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“No need to be embarrassed, dear. It’s only a matter of time anyway. Might as well get
used to it early.”
“But…” Rachel fumbled for words, utterly flustered.
Her eyes darted to Brian, silently pleading for his intervention.
The housekeeper grinned slyly. “Don’t look at him for help. Honestly, he’s more eager to marry you than you think. You should’ve seen how panicked he was this morning when you weren’t in bed. It was as if he thought you’d run off.”
Carol caught every word and said nothing, though the gentle curve of her smile spoke volumes of her satisfaction.
But Brian remained silent, offering no reaction whatsoever.
Rachel’s awkwardness only deepened, and she took small, hesitant sips of water to compose herself.
Once she felt rested enough, she returned to exercising, though her movements remained stiff and imprecise.
After a few frustrating rounds, discouragement began to creep
- in.
Just as she was about to call it quits, a deep, familiar voice sounded from behind her.
“Let me teach you.”
Before she could respond, Brian’s arm slipped around her, his presence str. steady against her back.
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The warmth of his touch sent a jolt through her, making her pulse race.
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“I–I don’t…” Rachel instinctively tried to refuse, but with Carol’s watchful gaze, she quickly changed her response. “I don’t really know how.”
“Then follow my lead,” Brian murmured, his tone low and patient as he gently guided her hands into position.
But Rachel was rigid, her body refusing to cooperate. His closeness was simply too distracting.
“Relax. Don’t overthink it,” he coaxed, his voice melting into a softer, reassuring timbre. “Just let me guide you. Forget everything else for now.”
Slowly, Rachel exhaled, allowing the tension in her body to dissipate bit by bit.
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As she followed his movements, her form gradually improved. Her breathing grew steadier, and the heaviness in her chest eased.
“That’s it. You’re doing great,” Brian commended without hesitation, his voice steady and
warm.
Rachel’s cheeks burned, though she couldn’t tell if it was from the exercise or his touch lingering on her skin.
“I–I think I can manage on my own now,” she stammered, desperate to create some space between them.
Brian didn’t push, simply nodding. “Alright. Just watch your posture and avoid straining yourself.”
“I will.”
They practiced a bit longer, and to Rachel’s surprise, it really did help. Her muscles felt stretched, and a sense of ease settled over her body.
“Where did Carol go?” she asked, finally noticing Carol had slipped away
unnoticed.
Brian’s gaze lingered on her before he answered. “She probably saw how focused I was on teaching you and didn’t want to get in the way, so she left quietly.”
Rachel shot him a light glare. “You could’ve reminded me, though. We should
go find her.”
Perhaps it was her eagerness to leave, or maybe her mind was still distracted way, she moved too hastily.
Before she knew it, she stumbled, her body lurching forward.
