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" That hit the spot . " Roderick stood watching her , noticing the disheveled hair across her forehead . His hand twitched with the instinct to smooth it back . He checked the motion , pulling his hand back before it reached her . His reason stopped him . " The results will take time . The driver can take you home first . " " What about you ? " " Office . " Madeleine nodded , feeling an unexpected emptiness . Everyone seemed to have a purpose , except her . " Ricki ! " She looked up from her chair , eyes hopeful . " I want to work too .

" Chapter 37 Roderick seemed momentarily taken aback before responding , " You'd change your mind if you had a job . " " Why ? " " Only those who've worked understand the luxury of not working . " Bradley delivered this wisdom as he approached , hands in his white coat pockets , wearing his characteristic smirk . Madeleine pouted , unconvinced about the supposed bliss of idleness . " Doubting me ? " Bradley rubbed his chin . " Pity you lack medical training , or I'd recruit you to share our misery . " His eyes then brightened as he turned to Roderick .

" Your husband could land you a job at his company . Sample the taste of unnecessary hardship . " Madeleine's face lit up . " Could you ? " Though she'd trained in dance since childhood , aspiring to become a ballerina , part of her had always admired office workers . Growing up watching television dramas , she'd imagined herself as a career woman striding through office halls in heels . Trying it out might be interesting . Roderick looked genuinely surprised , his brow furrowing . " You want to work at my company ? " Madeleine offered a weak smile . " Staying home all day must get tedious .

" Roderick considered this . In recent years , Madeleine hadn't held a job , though she'd never lacked for activities . Most of her time had been dedicated to pursuing Edward or shopping , fully immersed in leisure . Now , she actually wanted to have a job . He didn't understand it , but he'd honor it . " Fine . " After brief consideration , he decided it might be for the best . Chapter 37 Having her nearby at work was certainly better than her chasing after Edward around the city. Madeleine brightened , then had a thought . " Should I use a cover ? So nobody knows I'm your wife ?

" Roderick fell silent . " Has she been watching too many dramas ? " he wondered . " Everyone at the company already knows you . " Her face fell slightly . So much for her fantasy of going incognito . " What would I do there ? " Roderick thought for a moment . " Executive Assistant . " " Oh , wouldn't that be taking Gerry's job ? " " No. Gerry handles business development . You'd manage administrative matters . " Her eyes sparkled , imagining herself with Gerry's efficient competence . " What would my specific responsibilities be ? " Chapter 37 Bradley chuckled nearby .

Catching Roderick's cool glance , he feigned a cough and looked away . " Your primary duties would include ... " Roderick paused briefly . Then he continued calmly , " Coordinating departmental workflows , tracking project milestones , and overseeing important document circulation . " In simpler terms , it was running errands , delivering papers , and relaying messages. Unfortunately , Madeleine , with no office experience , completely missed the vague nature of these tasks and instead clenched her fists excitedly . " That sounds challenging ! When can I start ?

" " Tomorrow ." Madeleine nodded , then frowned as another concern surfaced . " But no overtime or weekend work , please . I have other commitments . " Roderick's eyes darkened . " Other commitments ? What does she need to do ? Resume chasing Edward? " he wondered . Chapter 37 " I've been thinking . While I'm too old to dance professionally now , it was always my dream . I don't want to abandon it completely . " Bradley turned back to her . " You're returning to dance ? " Roderick's sharp glance immediately found him again .

Remembering the earlier confession about his schoolboy crush , Bradley quickly continued . " I mean , you should start gently after all these years . Avoid straining your muscles . " " Don't worry . I have years of foundation , " Madeleine said cheerfully , clearly pleased . Roderick frowned . " Let's go . Time to leave . " He turned to Bradley . " Contact me immediately when the reports are ready this afternoon . " " Me too! " Madeleine raised her phone . " Add me on WhatsApp and send them to me directly ." Chapter 37 " Sure!

" Bradley began reaching for his phone , but Roderick gently guided Madeleine's hand down . " Unnecessary . I'll forward them to you after I review them . " With that , he led Madeleine away without looking back . Bradley stood holding his phone , watching them depart , his mouth twitching slightly . " After over a decade of friendship , does he really warrant that little trust ? " he thought . *** Madeleine arrived home well past lunch . Learning she hadn't eaten , Kirsten quickly prepared two dishes and soup within thirty minutes .

As Madeleine picked up her fork , Kirsten stood nearby looking tense . " Yes ? What is it ? " Madeleine looked up , confused . Kirsten offered an uneasy smile . " You previously insisted I stand here during your meals , Mrs. Livingston . To receive Chapter 37 immediate feedback on any shortcomings . " Madeleine paused , fork in hand . She hadn't realized she'd been so particular . " That won't be necessary anymore . I'm not fussy about food . " Cedella Cedella is a passionate storyteller known for her bold romantic and spicy novels that keep readers hooked from the very first chapter.

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