Chapter 0107 +25 BONUS Chapter 0107 That was strange , he commented , his tone casual but watchful .
She seemed young , I replied , shrugging .
Shes probably just nervous .
! James shrugged noncommittally , and we fell into a comfortable silence as we walked back toward Alexanders office .
I took a sip of my tea .
It was sweet as usual , but an unexpected bitter aftertaste made me wrinkle my nose .
Maybe she hadnt added enough sweetener .
Everything okay ? James asked , noticing my reaction .
Fine , I said , waving it off .
So , what do you have planned when youre off work ? Not much , he said .
Im free after Alexanders meeting No plans for Friday afternoon ? Youre not going out ? I teased .
James chuckled .
I dont have much of a social life .
Well , you should , I said , grinning .

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Youre really nice .
People would enjoy spending time with you , and maybe youd feel less tense if you relaxed a little .
Pll consider it , he replied , amused by my suggestion .
I took another sip of the tea , but the bitter aftertaste lingered .
The barista must have been more distracted than I realized .
As we continued walking , the heat seemed to intensify , and I began to feel lightheaded .
I shifted into the shade of the nearby buildings , hoping it would help , but instead , a wave of dizziness made me feel even more unsteady .
Are you okay ? James asked , his voice laced with concern Its just so hot , I replied with a weak smile , trying to brush it off .
Thats all .
James frowned .
Its not that hot .
Are you sure youre okay ? I feel a little off , I admitted , the stubbornness in my tone giving way to the unease creeping up on me .
I probably just need to eat .
Do you need to sit down ? he asked , his concern deepening .
No , no , I said , shaking my head .
Were almost at the hotel .
Lets just get there , and I can rest in the air conditioning .
He didnt look convinced , but he didnt push it .
Instead , he moved closer , staying just behind me , as if ready to catch me if I faltered .
When we finally reached the hotel , the cool rush of air inside helped ease the discomfort .
I gave James a reassuring smile as we headed toward the restaurant connected to the lobby .
See , Im fine , I insisted .
He shrugged , not fully convinced .
If you say so .
I approached the hostess , a bright young woman with brown hair .
She greeted us with a radiant smile .
Hello , Miss Rowan .
Your table is ready .
Thank you , I replied .
James followed me as the hostess led me to the table , I wanted to argue that Elizabeths guards would take care of things from here , but I knew better .
James was very dedicated , and he would never leave 1/2 Chapter 0107 me without protection .
+25 BONUS Alexander knew about the letter David had left in my bedroom , and despite the fact that things had been quiet .
since then , he was on high alert .
James wouldnt go against Alexanders orders for anything .
The table the hostess led us to was empty .
I took a seat , and James sat beside me .
Your friend will be meeting you shortly , the hostess said sweetly as she handed me a menu .
I thanked her again , then turned my attention to the menu still felt lightheaded , so I wanted to place an order for an appetizer .
Hopefully Id feel better by the time Elizabeth joined me .
I could feel James staring at me and I glanced at him in annoyance .
What ? Youre sweating , he said matter of factly .
I put the menu down and turned to face James , intending to scold him , but I froze .
Near the entrance of the restaurant , I saw him a figure in a baseball cap and dark sunglasses .
Even with the disguise , there was mistaking who it was .
ΠΟ James , sensing my fear , glanced around , scanning the restaurant .
But I didnt know if he would recognize the man who was closing in fast .
Summoning all the strength I had , I managed to force out one word .
David