Your Guise Is Slipping, Miss Pearl

Pearl didn't expect to see Silas there.

"Surprised to see me?" Silas looked dashing in his refined suit, his demeanor exuding nobility and elegance.

"Well, you must have a reason for being here," Pearl replied calmly. As they spoke, she distributed the dessert and coffee to the nearby employees.

"Yes, I do." Silas moved closer to her and whispered, "I came for you."

Pearl felt a shiver run through her but tried to compose herself. "I'm not sure what you're trying to achieve, but there's no need for this."

Silas's smile faded slowly. "I'm simply glad to be here. No need to get all worked up."

"That's good," Pearl said, handing him a cup of coffee. "Here, have some coffee."

"You're so generous, Mrs. Waldorf. This must be expensive coffee," Silas remarked, shaking the cup. "But unfortunately, I prefer Americano."

"I'll remember that for next time," Pearl said calmly.

Silas couldn't quite figure out why it felt hard to talk to her. Unable to gain the upper hand, he returned to his seat.

Pearl casually inquired about Richard's whereabouts from an employee and headed to his office. Content is property of NôvelDrama.Org.

Opening the door, she found Richard engrossed in a document. He looked up, slightly annoyed at the lack of a knock, but his expression softened when he saw Pearl.

"What brings you here?" he asked.

"Just thought I'd surprise you since I've never visited while you're working. Also, I wanted to make sure you weren't secretly causing trouble," Pearl teased.

Richard leaned back. "What else could I do to upset you? I've even switched to a male secretary since you left."

Pearl chuckled, glancing at the man at the door. "Let's not give people any ideas about your preferences, shall we?"

"They have nothing to doubt. I have a wife." Richard raised his hand before Pearl could respond.

She walked over and settled into his arms. "Who taught you to be so witty?"

"I learned on my own," Richard replied, rubbing her cheek.

"Fine."

"Let's grab something to eat later. What do you feel like? We can leave work early," Richard suggested.

Pearl stood up, surprised. "The workaholic wants to leave early? Isn't that unprofessional?"

"It's not a big deal if it's for my wife," Richard said, standing to grab his jacket, but Pearl tugged at his sleeve.

"Wait, I have some questions for you."

"What is it?"

"Why is Silas at Waldorf Enterprises?" Pearl asked.

At the mention of Silas, Richard's expression darkened. "It's a coincidence. Since you fired him, and Hugo didn't want him, Mister Elijah asked me to take him in."

"You and Mister Elijah know each other?"

"No, it's my father." Richard smiled and caressed her head. "But if it bothers you, I can fire him."