The receptionistâs smile widened.
âMiss Fowler put your photo in the firmâs public group chat this morning.
She said youâre the cutest girl sheâs ever met!â
Lauraâs cheeks flushed with a mix of surprise and embarrassment.
Alexis, despite being a woman, commanded an air that left Laura somewhat flustered.
The receptionist winked as she picked up the phone.
âMiss Fowler is always available for you.
â
Lauraâs embarrassment deepened.
The receptionist arranged Lauraâs meeting with Alexis and offered to guide her.
âLet me show you the way.
â
As Laura followed, she noticed curious and knowing looks from the staff they passed, making her wish she could simply vanish.
The receptionist escorted her to the 16th floor, where Alexisâ awaited.
The led Laura into a lavish secretary secretary office, split between a work and leisure area, spanning an impressive 100 square meters.
Alexis was playing snooker, her tall, elegant figure accentuated by her suit.
She moved effortlessly around the table, even in high heels, and scored a shot with ease.
The secretary clapped, showering her with compliments.
Alexis seemed to relish the praise, her eyes casually drifting over to Laura, who stood with a shy, reserved demeanor.
As the secretary left to make coffee, Alexis tilted her head towards Laura.
âDo you know how to play? I can teach you!â Her tone was inviting, a playful challenge in her eyes.
Laura presented a box to Alexis.
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âMiss Fowler, I came to return this.
â
Alexis, focused on her snooker game, bent gracefully to take another shot.
The elegance of her movement was striking, making Laura blush slightly.
In her usual relaxed manner, Alexis replied, âIâve already accepted Edwinâs check for it.
â
âIn that case, itâs more like a gift from him.
You should return it to him if you donât want it,â Alexis added with a playful wink.
Laura, feeling slightly out of her depth, set the box down.
âIâ1L leave it here then,â she said, preparing to leave.