Chapter 20:
I stood in a corner, and the two men beside me were in close physical contact with me. It was warm, and I was wearing thin clothes, so I couldn’t help but feel a bit uncomfortable. To avoid further awkwardness, I turned my back to them and pressed my chest against the wall of the elevator.
I tried to get as close as possible to the elevator wall, but the person behind me continued to squeeze toward me. I could feel my backside touching someone else’s body.
Just when I thought I couldn’t feel more embarrassed, I suddenly felt a body move closer to me.
I looked back and saw a handsome face. It was Herbert, who had positioned himself between me and the two men, his hands pressed against the elevator wall, creating some space for me. His gentlemanly gesture touched me, but at the same time, it felt a little too close for comfort.
I was nearly in his arms, and I could probably hear his heartbeat.
Damn it! It’s like I’m being hit by a deer. My hand instinctively went to my chest, and I told myself internally, Bella, why are you so useless? It’s just a little closeness. Do you really have to let your heart race this much?
Bella’s POV:
I stared at the number of floors on the board as it declined, hoping the elevator would reach the first floor as quickly as possible.
It seemed like it was rush hour for the elevator. The lift stopped on several floors, but each time, the car was already full, so no one else could get on.
I could feel the distance between him and me growing smaller.
At that moment, Herbert’s breath was so close to my neck, his warm exhale making my heart race.
I couldn’t help but recall the wild night a few days ago. That memory made me realize that I had slept with him a long time ago. The stifling air in the elevator and the growing irritation in my chest made me shift my body, but suddenly I heard Herbert’s voice, a little hoarse.
“Don’t move!”
“Ah?” I looked up, only to see Herbert’s face tight with a frown, his expression contorted as if he were enduring something.
Then, I felt something hard pressing against my body. The sensation quickly retreated, but I could still sense where it had been. In an instant, I understood what Herbert was enduring.
Annoyed, I immediately lowered my head, my face burning. I didn’t dare to move, but I cursed him silently. Herbert, you stinking rogue!
Ding…
It felt like an eternity before the elevator finally reached the first floor.
Everyone rushed out of the elevator. I stepped out quickly, trying to get away from the uncomfortable situation before Herbert.
I walked in front, and Herbert followed behind. My face felt as if it were on fire, so I lowered my head and touched my cheek.
Is this considered a crime? Can I sue this evil capitalist?
“Bella!”
Just as I was about to reach the Bentley, someone suddenly stopped me. I turned and saw Herbert standing in front of me. He looked around as if trying to hide his own discomfort. He stuffed his hands into his trouser pockets, cleared his throat, and finally spoke.
“Ahem, you did a good job this time. I’ll give you three days off.”
