hapter 105 The Scent Of A Man
Chapter 105 The Scent Of A Man
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After dinner, the group headed over to the karaoke bar The employees had all left, but Zachary still sat in his seat, unmoving.
Lola laughed lightly. “Why aren’t you leaving. Mr. Fuller? You’ve come this far, you can’t back out now. Everyone was really happy you could join us today.”
Zachary stayed quiet, so Lola added, “The cake I ordered is at the karaoke bar. You should at least stay for the birthday cake, Mr. Fuller.”
The deputy director chimed in as well, “Mr. Fuller, it’s just next door. A short stop won’t take too much time.”
Zachary stood up, grabbed his coat off the chair, and said, “Let’s go.”
The deputy director hurriedly took the coat from Zachary, following him out. When they arrived at the karaoke bar, someone was already choosing songs.
Zachary found a seat in a corner and settled in, casually loosening his collar with one hand. He rested his left arm on the couch’s armrest, gently massaging his temples. For reasons he couldn’t quite pinpoint, a headache and dizziness were starting to creep in.
“Mr. Fuller, are you feeling all right? Here, have some water,” Lola said, noticing his discomfort. She poured some water into a disposable cup and set it in front of him.
“Thanks,” Zachary said, lifting his glasses and giving her a brief glance. He took a small sip of water while Lola smiled warmly at him.
Does Lola like me? I can’t tell. She’s being incredibly considerate tonight, but she hasn’t crossed any lines.
Someone in the room began singing, and after a few songs, the deputy director approached Zachary,
“Mr. Fuller, won’t you sing one?” he asked.
Zachary waved him off. “You guys go ahead,” he said, uninterested.
The deputy director didn’t press further. It was already a big deal that Zachary had even shown up.
Zachary casually loosened his collar further, exposing a bit of his collarbone. He stood up and headed out.
“Mr. Fuller!” Lola called after him, thinking he was leaving.
Zachary turned, studying her expression. “I just need some fresh air; it’s a little stuffy in here.”
Lola looked a bit awkward but didn’t push the matter.
Just then, a waiter wheeled in the cake. Lola busied herself with cutting it, while Zachary walked down the
hallway and sent a message to Lenora. Even after standing outside for a while, he still felt warm, the
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Chapter 105 The Scent Of A Man
“Mr. Fuller, would you like to try? This shop’s cake is quite good,” she said with a soft smile.
“Just put it here.” Zachary said in a hoarse voice, gesturing toward the coffee table.
Lola placed the plate down and tried again, “It’s a special occasion, how about a song from you?”
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“I’ll pass.” Zachary picked up the cake plate, took a symbolic bite, then checked his watch. He grabbed his coat from the couch and said, “It’s getting late. I’m heading out. You all enjoy yourselves.”
Lola trailed behind him. “Mr. Fuller, leaving already? Won’t you stay a bit longer?”
Another staff member chimed in, “Mr. Fuller, please stay a while longer.
Zachary shook his head. “Have fun, but don’t stay too late,” he said as he made his way toward the exit.
The employees followed him to the door but didn’t press further.
“Take care, Mr. Fuller.”
“There’s no need to see me off: go enjoy the evening,” Zachary replied, walking away.
Lolá quickened her steps, catching up to him. “Mr. Fuller, I heard about your car tire. Can you still drive home? How about I arrange a room upstairs for you?”
“No need.”
“Shall I take you home then?” she offered, stepping closer.
“Someone’s already coming to pick me up.” Zachary replied. “You should get back to the others, Ms. Wimble. You’re the star of the night, they’re waiting for you.”
Lola hesitated, then said, “At least let me walk you downstairs. I’ll leave once you’re in your car.”
Lola was carefully calculating how she could keep Zachary longer. She knew the medicine she’d slipped into his drink would soon take effect.
She didn’t aim to compete with anyone, not with Lenora or even Susanna. All she wanted was one night.
Just one.
As they entered the elevator, the doors closed, leaving just the two of them inside the confined space. It was quiet.
Zachary pressed the button for the first floor, standing still with his jacket draped casually over his elbow.
Before the girl could figure out who he was, the elevator doors opened again, and they all stepped out.
Outside, the neon lights blinked in the autumn night air. A cool breeze swept across them, carrying a slight chill. Lola walked closer to Zachary
“I’m fine,” he replied, though in truth, there was an unnatural heat simmering inside him.
She knew this was her last chance.
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