Suddenly , voices from outside snapped them back to reality .
Lemira quickly turned her head away from his embrace and dashed out the door without looking back .
Orion stood there , his gaze darkening , unconsciously touching his lips .
He had to admit , some things were beyond his control .
Like wanting to be near her , to hold her , to kiss her .
Leaning against the wall , he rubbed his shoulders and instinctively lit a cigarette .
Outside , Lemira stopped to catch her breath , her cheeks flushed as she noticed in the restroom mirror .
She splashed her face with cold water , trying to calm down before stepping out .
Glancing towards the emergency exit , she wondered if Orion had followed but didnt check , heading straight back to the office .
Entering the conference room , it seemed everyone had arrived .
Thaddeus , sitting at the head of the table , raised an eyebrow at Lemiras quick return and her noticeable blush .
Whats the matter ? Someone had a comforting chat ? he teased .
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Lemira kept her head down , silent .
Thaddeus then started the meeting , Alright , lets begin .
The project lead , Mr.
Orion , isnt here yet , someone pointed out .
Lemira felt Thaddeus eyes on her as Orions absence was mentioned .
Thaddeus just smiled , Lets not wait for him .
Well start .
Distracted , Lemira fumbled with her documents but soon focused , detailing a solution for a bug theyd found .
Thaddeus , observing her dedication , texted Orion : Meetings started .
Howd you cheer Lemon up so quickly ? Share your secret .
Orions blunt reply : Buzz off ! Thaddeus smirked , knowing well Orions actions contradicted his words .
After the meeting , Lemira finally took a moment to drink some water , noticing Orion had returned to his office which she had overlooked earlier .
She avoided his gaze , but Orion watched her , her earlier vulnerability contrasting sharply with her current professionalism .
Thaddeus teased Orion about his failed attempt at comfort , hinting at an unspoken tension .
As everyone dispersed , Lemira packed up , telling Thaddeus shed head back to her studies but would remain available for the project .
Take the weekend off , Lemon .
Rest up , Thaddeus suggested .
Her glance briefly met Orions before she hurried out , ignoring his offer to drive her home .
Thanks , but Ill catch a cab , she said , speeding up her pace .
Orion watched her leave , Thaddeus teasing voice in his ear , What kind of comfort did you offer ? She runs from you like a mouse from a cat .
10:08 Mind your own business , bachelor , Orion retorted , following Lemira out .
Thaddeus , in mock offense , pointed at himself , Bachelor ? Look whos talking .
Youve got a long way to go if youre chasing after that one .
You havent even started the trials yet ! 30.00 apter 39 Chapter 392
