I Quit Being a StepMother Novel

That one single text from Sawyer was enough to settle Kate's unease . The corners of her lips couldn't help but lift into a smile . She knew that he wouldn't ignore her . " Why are you smiling like that ? What are you thinking about ? " By the elevator , colleagues were gathering to leave . " Ms. Ravelle . " " Ms. Ravelle . " They politely let Rhea go first . Rhea , holding her phone in one hand and her bag in the other , shook her head . " I'm not in a rush . You guys can go ahead . " Lauren and Carter were 15 feet apart as they made their way to the elevator doors .

The two elevators were moving slowly since people on the other floors were all leaving . Rhea's appearance caused the chatter among the colleagues to die down . Rhea replied to a WhatsApp message with a voice note . " The clothes I ordered have arrived at my parents ' place . Can you help me bring them ? I'm waiting for the elevator now . " Clearly , she was talking to George . Kate , standing by the left elevator , replied to Gisselle's earlier question , " Nothing much . I was just thinking about some funny things that happened with my husband .

" " Oh , that's the smile of someone in a happy marriage , huh ? " Gisselle teased . Lauren paused and gave Kate a cold glance . She had figured it out- Kate was the ultimate show - off . " The kids really liked the things you got them . I wanted to thank you on their behalf , " Carter suddenly said . Frowning , Lauren turned and stepped aside , her expression full of disgust . " No matter how bad my relationship with them is , it doesn't change the fact that I gave birth to them . Are you thanking or mocking me ? " She narrowed her eyes . The two practically bickered nonstop .

Rhea put her phone away , crossed her arms , and watched them , a hint of mischief glinting in her eyes . The elevator arrived . 1/2 Within 30 seconds , several colleagues packed inside began to feel the tension . In front , near the elevator doors , stood Rhea , Kate , Lauren , and Carter . The scene was downright strange . Finally , when the elevator reached the first floor , everyone quickly dispersed . Gisselle linked arms with Kate . " Let me see if Mr. Burton got out of the car to wait for you ! " Kate blushed shyly . " Oh , please . He ...

" But there wasn't a single car in sight in front of the company entrance . The outdoor parking lot had only three one of which belonged to Carter . From where they stood , there was no sign of Sawyer's luxury car anywhere . cars , Lauren overheard her colleagues envying Kate for being picked up by Sawyer . Well , it looked like a spectacle was about to unfold . She sarcastically said , " Oh , maybe I'm just near - sighted . I don't see Mr. Burton's car . Is traffic that bad ?

" When Kate noticed that Sawyer's car wasn't at the company entrance , a flash of anger and a touch of embarrassment flared up inside her . Hearing Lauren's question now , she didn't bother thinking about their relationship and immediately went along . " Yeah , the traffic's quite bad . You guys can leave first . " " I can stay with you until Mr. Burton gets here , " Gisselle offered . Kate quickly shook her head . " It's fine . He'll be here soon . Go on . I'll see you tomorrow ! " After sending her colleagues off , she breathed a sigh of relief .

She quickly unlocked her phone to check Sawyer's message . Seeing the message , Kate felt her vision darken . She was practically trembling with anger . On the screen was Sawyer's short reply . " No time . Find your own way home . " Sara Lili Sara Lili is a daring romance writer who turns icy landscapes into scenes of fiery passion. She loves crafting hot love stories while embracing the chill of Iceland's breathtaking cold.