Chapter 58: Chapter 58

In the following days, Joel was like a constant shadow following Primrose, seemingly wanting to be by her side as much as possible. Every morning, he would stand waiting for Primrose outside Nancy's house, attentively preparing breakfast, and then he would accompany Primrose to work.

At the company, he would often find excuses related to work matters to call Primrose into his office, propping his chin up and gazing at her while appearing to concentrate on his tasks.

Just like now, Joel directly pulled Primrose to sit on his lap while he read the financial reports of the company. His warm breath gently brushed against Primrose's heated ear, and the intense warmth emanating from Joel's proximity made her blush.

"Can you behave a bit? Normal people don't work like this, you know?"

Primrose struggled to stand up, but Joel caught her hand, gently laughing.

"My self-control isn't that great; you're better off staying seated. Otherwise, I don't know what I might do to you."

After speaking, Joel lightly kissed Primrose's forehead, causing her to shrink back without saying anything more. After all, she had already understood Joel's personality early on—he could back up his words with actions.

Sitting idly for a while, Primrose looked around out of boredom and unintentionally let out a yawn. Her position as a secretary felt more like a placeholder; day after day, she had nothing to do. Furthermore, every time Joel found an excuse to discuss work, he would call her into his office, not only hugging her but also insisting that she sit next to him. This gradually made Primrose doubt her own value. It seemed that in this company, she was the only one receiving a full salary without making any actual contributions.

Primrose suddenly thought about it and then slowly got up.

After Joel finished reading the report, he slightly lowered his head and saw Primrose sitting beside him in a daze. Her eyes were half-lidded as if she were very sleepy, and she leaned her head lightly against his shoulder, looking very adorable.

This innocent and harmless appearance softened Joel's heart, and he couldn't help but lean down and give a gentle kiss to Primrose's forehead, sincere and very tender.

Perhaps feeling the warmth by her side, Primrose's half-closed eyes flickered open, and her dazed gaze met Joel's intense and fiery eyes.

"Uhm, what time?"

Primrose was still not fully awake, her petite face retaining an innocent expression, her slightly parted lips revealing a hint of pink, and her gentle tone carrying a touch of coquettishness. Joel sighed inwardly, not waiting for Primrose to finish her sentence before leaning down to kiss her lips.

This kiss was slow and deliberate. Joel gently nibbled on Primrose's soft lips, allowing her to respond by parting her lips, and then he deepened the kiss by exploring her mouth with his tongue, making the kiss even more intoxicating. His hand was placed on Primrose's back, patting her as if comforting a child, causing Primrose to tremble softly in his embrace.

As the kiss ended, Primrose's lips were slightly swollen. Joel smiled and lightly caressed her lips, his voice teasing.

"Sorry, I couldn't resist. You're just too adorable."

Primrose could only glare at Joel warningly, but her gaze at this moment still held a dazed quality, as if she had just woken up. There was also a hint of a sparkling look in her eyes. Joel's gaze darkened, and he continued to hold Primrose tightly, kissing her lips with intent.

Primrose seemed caught off guard and didn't respond for a while.

"Joel, there's a plan for an activity in the next quarter that you need to approve. I've brought it for your review."

Only when the knocking on the door sounded from outside did she finally slap Joel's shoulder to remind him?

Joel cast an irritated look towards the door, silently cursing whoever had disrupted the romantic atmosphere inside. He reluctantly let go of Primrose, allowing her to quickly duck under his desk in his surprised gaze.

Responding to Primrose's gesture, Joel couldn't help but chuckle, pulling the chair closer and covering Primrose beneath the table before speaking in a hushed tone.

"Come in."

Joel sat up straight, reverting to his usual aloof and less expressive demeanor as if the passionate kiss from a moment ago hadn't happened. At this point, the head of the communication department entered, placing a document on the table.

"This is the communication plan for the next quarter. If there are any revisions needed, just let me know directly."

Joel picked up the document to review it with an air of calm nonchalance, but Primrose beneath the table was feeling anything but comfortable. She now realized just how naive her hiding act was, and she could only sit under the desk, resting her chin on her hand while watching Joel.

Joel's straight nose, his perfectly arched eyebrows, his beautiful, firm lips, and his captivating and elegant charm all combined to create a striking appearance. Moreover, Joel's lips were incredibly soft, and every kiss he gave Primrose felt comfortable, not to mention his exceptional kissing technique.

While Primrose was lost in her random thoughts, Joel slightly tilted his head. Taking advantage of the communication department head's attention being elsewhere, he pretended to drop his pen and bent down to pick it up. But instead of immediately standing up, he leaned closer to Primrose, who was still lost in thought. He placed a soft kiss on the corner of her pink lips, then gently stroked her head in a pampering manner before straightening up.

Primrose blushed, her heart involuntarily racing. The intimate feeling in front of someone else was incredibly thrilling.

"Sorry, I dropped the pen and had to find it."

Joel casually explained to the communication department head, then turned back to his composed manner. Only Primrose sat under the table, biting her lip in anger and smacking Joel's leg as if scolding him for not reminding her earlier. But the result was that she only shifted the chair slightly closer to the desk, narrowing the gap between them. Primrose was now confined to a small space beneath the desk.

"Alright, the plan looks good. I approve it."

Finally unable to bear it any longer, Joel smoothly handed the document back to the communication department head. After that, Primrose heard the sound of footsteps leaving the room.

"Now that he's gone, what are you still hiding for?"

Joel sat down across from Primrose, gently running his fingers through her soft, lavender-scented hair. Primrose looked at Joel with an angry expression, as if scolding him for not warning her earlier.

Joel merely smiled helplessly.

"I thought you wanted to role-play, so I played along with the office romance scenario. So, do you understand now, sweetie?"

Joel pulled Primrose up to sit on his lap again, wrapping his arms around her gently.

Lately, Joel seemed quite interested in this office romance theme, occasionally teasing Primrose playfully and asking her if she felt jealous when he kissed her like that. Why would someone actually enjoy acting like a sneaky, unfaithful man?

"I'm cooperating with you like this, and there's no reward? You're so stingy."

Primrose raised an eyebrow, ready to scold Joel, but he was quicker. He held her hand, and before she could react, he resumed the interrupted kiss from earlier.

"When kissing, one must be focused. Otherwise, there will be consequences, sweetie."

Primrose's workday ended in a daze.