Kate’s POV

When I arrived at the office, the atmosphere felt formal and stressful again. The aroma of coffee from the next room greeted me, bringing a little sense of calm after the fun time I spent with Erlan. However, I knew that today would be filled with responsibilities and important decisions again.

I walked through the lobby with a faint smile at the receptionist, who returned my smile politely. Arriving in front of my office door, I took a deep breath before opening it. A realization that even though life goes on, I must stay focused on my work.

Inside, my secretary, Maya, was waiting with a stack of...