30 Days Till I Divorce My Husband novel Chapter 379

The familiar voice echoed through the office, and Korey immediately dropped the paperwork he was holding, looking up with a bright smile, "Estrella! You made it!"

"I've got a document that needs your signature," Estrella said, handing over a report that Mr. Dill had just signed off on. "Mr. Dill mentioned you'd be in the office today, so here I am."

Seeing Estrella clearly lifted Korey's spirits, a noticeable smile spreading across his face.

Glancing at the document in front of him, Korey spoke softly, "Estrella, if you're not in a rush, would you mind if I finish this up first?"

"Not at all, I'll wait," Estrella responded.

Knowing Estrella was willing to wait, Korey's smile broadened, a reaction only she seemed capable of eliciting from him.

As Korey worked, Estrella picked up a book from his desk. "Do you mind if I read this while I wait? I don't like snooping, especially since you're the boss."

"Of course you can," Korey replied gently.

So there they were, one working diligently, the other absorbed in a book.

The tranquility of Korey's office slowed Estrella's usual pace, contrasting with her typically bustling routine.

Occasionally, Korey would glance at Estrella, unable to hide the amusement in his eyes, as if admiring a painting.

Two years had passed since Catrina's surgery was deemed successful.

When she was sentenced, Korey didn't interfere, respecting both the law and the feelings of Estrella and Isaac.

Later, he apologized to Estrella, who understood his difficult position and mentioned how he and Holly had helped look for Isaac.

Flipping a page, Estrella caught Korey's gaze. "Finished with your work, Korey?"

Calling him by his first name, Korey smiled, "Yeah! Let's take a look at that report."

Talking to Estrella, Korey's voice was soft and filled with warmth, a courtesy he extended uniquely to her.

After carefully reviewing Estrella's report, Korey signed it without hesitation.

As dusk settled outside, Korey handed back the document. "Estrella, how about we grab dinner together?"

"I'll follow your lead," Estrella replied.

For some reason, Korey found it particularly pleasing to be called 'boss' by Estrella, a term that otherwise felt generic from anyone else.

As they were preparing to leave, Blake mentioned he had already made reservations.

Twenty minutes later, as they were about to enter the private dining room at the hotel, they ran into Jason, surrounded by a group of people.

Jason's demeanor cooled upon seeing Estrella and Korey together, his pace slowing down.

He had told her to move on, contemplating distancing himself to avoid causing her trouble, yet seeing her with another man stirred feelings he couldn't ignore.

"If you're here to see Isaac, come by earlier next time. I'll make sure mom brings him out to you," she offered, trying to diffuse the tension.

Estrella's action seemed to lighten Jason's mood slightly. Turning to her, he asked, "So, you and Korey are a thing now?"

Her laughter at the question took Jason by surprise. "After telling me to move on, you're still keeping tabs on me?" Estrella teased, not directly answering his question, curious about his intentions.

Estrella gave Jason an indifferent glance, and his fleeting attempt to lighten the mood quickly faded. He fumbled for a pack of cigarettes from his pocket but stopped midway when he noticed Estrella's gaze fixed on him. He let his hand fall.

Estrella remained calm, simply watching him, waiting for him to break the silence.

After a moment of tension, Jason couldn't stand the silence any longer. "Estrella, can't you just cut me some slack? Can't you wait until I'm gone before you start seeing someone else?"

Jason's new business wasn't anchored in Ravenwood, and with plans to go public internationally, he hadn't intended to stick around this time.

Estrella couldn't help but laugh at his words. "So what, I'm supposed to play the faithful widow until you decide you're not leaving? Besides, Jason, who I see is none of your business. How does it affect you?"

Jason's logic was baffling to her.

She had understood the challenges he faced and never blamed him for ending their relationship due to those difficulties. However, his audacity to dictate when she could move on was downright shameful.

It's not like she had done anything outrageous, merely grabbing a bite with Korey because it was lunchtime.

Jason felt a sting at her words. "So, you're just trying to get under my skin, choosing now to get cozy with him?"