In the Lap of Luxury novel (Grace and Benjamin) novel Chapter 352

Grace made a soft sound of acknowledgment, feeling an inexplicable sense of peace at that moment.

In just two minutes, she saw Xander striding toward her.

By the time he reached her, she could clearly see a thin layer of sweat on his forehead. "Xander, did I disturb you?"

When Xander felt the distance she put between them, he took her hand and walked toward the company.

"Gracie, when did you become so polite with me? You can come find me at any time. It's never a disturbance."

Grace smiled. She could feel the warmth in his palm, and at this moment, that warmth was genuine.

The two of them walked through the lobby on the first floor, garnering various curious gazes. Grace felt the scrutiny but was surprisingly unembarrassed. Instead, she felt inexplicably reassured.

Inside the elevator, Grace explained, "Aunt Hestia told me it's your birthday today, so I came—"

Xander turned to her. "Why didn't you tell me in advance?"

Tell him in advance? So she wouldn't see the scene in the office?

Grace's emotions instantly plummeted. Xander clearly sensed her change in mood, so he asked, "What's wrong?"

Grace shook her head. "Nothing."

She turned her face away but couldn't help asking, "Xander, what's your relationship with your former secretary?"

"Former secretary?" Xander frowned.

"You mean Ms. Snow?"

Grace nodded.

Seriously, Xander replied, "I'm her boss, and she's my employee."

Grace acknowledged it with an "oh", but her expression clearly said she didn't believe it.

Xander became more curious. "Why are you suddenly asking about this?"