Chapter 625:
“That’s why I work so hard. You know, it’s really tough for a divorced woman to raise a child on her own.”
I didn’t want Linda’s sympathy, but I didn’t want her to keep probing into my personal life either.
After that, Linda became even more warm and attentive. She mentioned that it wasn’t easy for me to raise my child alone, so she wanted Jessica to pay more attention to me. When promotion opportunities arose, she promised to keep me in mind. In short, she said a lot of kind things before letting me leave.
As I stepped out of Linda’s office, I overheard her secretary on the phone, and the content of the conversation made me realize something.
“Excuse me, is this Connor? I’m Linda’s secretary. I’ve already helped Linda reserve a table at the International Restaurant’s revolving restaurant. Could you let Mr. Wharton know that Linda will be waiting at the entrance at seven o’clock tonight?”
As I walked away, I couldn’t help but frown, thinking, “The revolving restaurant at the International Restaurant is a very upscale and romantic spot. Not only is it expensive, but you have to make a reservation at least a week in advance. Generally, it’s a place for couples.”
Linda had booked a place like that to treat Herbert to dinner. Her intentions were pretty clear. No wonder she had been asking so many questions about my relationship with Herbert—she must have wanted to pursue him. At first, I found it strange. Why would Linda be interested in someone as proud and domineering as Herbert?
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But later, I understood.
Linda was an exceptional woman, both smart and beautiful. She would certainly have little interest in ordinary men. Herbert, with his intelligence, good looks, and wealth, would naturally attract the attention of many women.
At that moment, an image of Herbert and Linda together flashed through my mind. They looked good together. A handsome man and a beautiful woman, both successful in their careers—what could be a more perfect match?
They were already on a date. I was certain that their conversation would go well, and perhaps more would happen between them. I knew deep down that it was impossible for Herbert and me to be together, so it was only natural for him to be with another woman.
I told myself this repeatedly, yet I couldn’t help feeling a little downhearted.
Yes, my heart whispered, “I don’t want to see him with someone else.”
Despite my sadness, I decided to keep my emotions in check. After work, I still had materials to organize, so I stayed a few minutes longer. I grabbed my bag and walked toward the elevator. As the door was about to close, someone suddenly rushed in.
I looked up and saw that it was Selina. I couldn’t help but frown. Upon seeing me in the elevator, Selina pressed the button for the first floor, sneered, and said, “I really underestimated you. After all this time, those two men are still after you. I don’t know what you did to make them so crazy about you.”
“What do you mean?” I asked, my voice steady despite the tension.
