Liam

I raised my head from the shining diamond Alex had picked and sent to Bianca two days ago before asking for permission to go on a break.

He claimed he needed time to properly plan his proposal to his girlfriend of five years.

Of course, I had granted him permission.

I might not be the love freak, but I couldn't deny my staff happiness either. Alex was meticulous when it came to details—only he would need several days off to organize something as simple as a proposal.

In his absence, I asked Allen to take up the position until Alex returned, which he did without complaint.

But right now,...