Tempted Trapped and Too Late to Run novel Chapter 156

After finishing a piece of cake, Dylan slid the revised document over to Clara. He had already marked that point, so it was all set. As Clara reached out to grab it, her fingers accidentally brushed against his, causing the document to slip and fall onto the desk with a loud "thud."

She was a bit startled, but Dylan was already focused on his work, scribbling away with his pen.

Assuming he was busy, Clara picked up the document. "Mr. Dylan, I'll head out now," she said.

"Mm," he replied without looking up.

Just as she was about to leave the office, Dylan spoke up, "There's a dinner at seven."

Clara caught on quickly, "Alright, I'll join you."

She closed the office door and returned to her desk, hoping for a calm end to her day. But just as she was about to clock out, Simon showed up. He looked worn out, standing silently by her desk before saying, "Ryan’s waiting for you downstairs; he’s been there all day."

Clara frowned and made her way to the elevator, with Simon following behind. When they got downstairs, she saw Ryan. He was holding a cigarette but quickly put it out when he saw her.

Clara playfully swatted his head. "Aren't you too young to be smoking?"

"I'm just stressed," Ryan admitted. "Can you come with me to the café next door? It'll only take ten minutes."

Clara wasn't one to hold grudges against her brother, so she followed him. Simon tagged along, uninvited but undeterred.