MY HEART speed up as I notice Samuel put down his pork gracefully. It is very subtle when it comes to acting, as if it is flawless to think.

I slowly lift up my eyes to meet his gaze. Once again my heart was pounding with nervousness because of its earnest gaze on me.

"Margaux, I heard about Rodolfo retiring soon and you will be the new president of Collin's hotel?"

I cleared my throat first before nodding affirmatively. "Yes, sir, I'm actually starting to work as the new president of hotels and other family business."

He just nodded and did not respond to what I said. Even though the...