The Apple of My Eye novel Chapter 2048

When this thought popped into Isla's head, she hurried and said, "Sher, I have noticed that you aren't very busy lately. If you can spare some time, would you show Mr. Li around? He has come from abroad to cooperate with us. Is that fine?"

As Isla spoke, she gave Sheryl's arm a small nudge. She was worried that her friend would refuse to comply. Isla didn't want this project to fail. Also, a part of her believed this would be a good opportunity for Sheryl to get to know Duke. Deep down, Isla cared very much about Sheryl's love life and wanted her to get remarried.

Sheryl took a quick look at Isla, but she didn't have the slightest idea about what was brewing inside Isla's head. She thought that Isla merely wanted to get this project. Therefore, she had requested her to show Duke around for the time being. In recent days, Isla had been showing more and more interest in business, so Sheryl didn't want to make her upset.

"Okay! Mr. Li, it's my honor to be your guide. I will show you around. In a matter of days, you will know this place quite well. By the way, which hotel are you staying at? I would like to invite you for dinner. Would you accept my invitation?" Sheryl smiled at Duke politely.

Duke was elated at the prospect of having dinner with Sheryl, so he nodded, saying, "It will be my honor. Ms. Xia. It is very kind of you. I believe that we will cooperate successfully."

Sheryl also nodded with a smile and added, "I hope so."

They carried on with a perfectly interesting talk. Though they didn't actually sign the agreement, it was obvious that they were satisfied with the cooperation.

Isla was curious, so after Duke and his employee left, she took Sheryl's hands and closed the door of the office. She stared at her friend with a curious expression.

Sheryl found Isla behavior to be strange. She also felt a little uncomfortable as Isla eyed her. Unable to take this suspense, she said, "You asked me to show Duke around because you didn't want to lose this project. Is it true? But why couldn't you show him around? From what I know, your communication skills happen to be much better than mine."

"Ha-ha...I was observing Duke carefully. Throughout the conversation, he was staring at you. I think…I think," Isla halted. Slowly, she walked towards Sheryl with a curious expression and whispered, "Sher, I think that Duke likes you very much."

"What nonsense! How could you make such a blatant statement? Pay more attention to your business." Sheryl shot Isla a death glare and was ready to continue her work.

Isla stopped Sheryl and said in a serious tone, "Sher, it's true. I felt that Duke was utterly engrossed with you. He was so spellbound that he didn't even bother looking at me."

"Are you serious?" Sheryl asked, still doubtful.

Isla nodded her head in a hurry and went on, "Of course! Why would I lie? I can guarantee you that he is interested in you."

"Humph, now get back to work. Do you still want the bonus that you are going to get at the end of this year? If yes, then continue to work. Or else I will give it to your husband."

"No! Please don't do that to me, Sher. You are kind and lovely. Please don't give it to my husband!" Isla pleaded Sheryl. A little afraid that Sheryl might actually do it, she continued, "You know that my husband doesn't give me money to go shopping. If you give my bonus to him, I will have no money."

"Okay. That's all." Sheryl couldn't help laughing as she heard Isla's plea. She cleared her throat and said with a serious expression, "I will give you the bonus. However, you must make a promise."

"What? I will agree to whatever you say." Isla looked at Sheryl, waiting to hear what she had to say.

"Just a while ago you spoke about Duke. Don't ever repeat that. I don't like it when you try to set me up with other men," Sheryl warned.

Isla had no choice but to promise. It was evident that Sheryl wasn't joking. Anyone could tell she was seething with rage.

"All right! I promise I won't repeat it," Isla promised and flashed a guilty look.

"Okay. In that case, get back to your work. You have a lot to do."

"All right. Bye!"