His Wicked Obsession (Archer and Virginia) novel Chapter 343

Virginia didn't decline. She accepted the flowers, placed them aside, and gently ran her fingers over the exquisite box. "Thank you, she'll definitely love it."

Valentin leaned back in his chair, his gaze fixed on her face.

"How have you been lately? Haven't run into any trouble, have you?"

"Everything's fine." Virginia picked up her iced Americano and took a sip.

Valentin smiled, his fingers lightly tapping the table.

"Archer hasn't been giving you a hard time, has he?"

"No." Virginia set her cup down, her tone even. "He's been very busy lately."

The two chatted about his travels abroad. Valentin was perfectly measured, making sure not to cross any boundaries.

He knew Virginia's personality well. With her, he had to play the long game. The harder he pushed, the faster she would retreat.

...

Shortly after eight o'clock that evening, at the South Hill villa.

The Maybach pulled into the garage, and Archer pushed the door open to step out.

He wore a dark gray bespoke suit over a pure white shirt. His tie was loosened, and a trace of exhaustion lingered between his brows.

For the past three days, he had practically lived at the company, using high-intensity work to numb himself. Yet, the moment he closed his eyes, his mind was flooded with images of Virginia texting Valentin.

He was driven mad by jealousy. He wanted to pull her close, but his stubborn pride refused to let him be the first to bow his head.

Zachary Cole trailed behind him, holding a stack of urgent documents.

"Boss, tomorrow's meeting..."

"Postpone it." Archer cut him off, striding briskly toward the villa.

As he pushed open the front door, Cindy's laughter echoed from the living room.

"The blind box Valentin gave me is so pretty! Miles, look at this bear!"

Archer froze in the middle of taking off his shoes.

Valentin?

Miles sat cross-legged on the rug, wearing a baggy black designer T-shirt, his eyes crinkling with a grin.

"Hah, that sly fox sure knows how to win over a kid."

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