As Anne stepped out of the office, she nearly collided with Denis's assistant. Unlike before, she didn't greet him with a polite nod or a small smile. She didn't even acknowledge him. Instead, she simply lowered her head and moved to walk past him.
"Miss Anne," he called out, stepping in front of her. "Are you alright?"
Anne stopped, her gaze snapping up to meet his. She hadn't expected the concern in his voice. 'What's wrong with him?'
She maintained an impassive look as she replied, "I'm absolutely fine Now, can you move? You're in my way."
The sharpness in her tone made him flinch. His face crumpled. He quickly lowered his head and stepped aside, allowing her to pass. As she disappeared down the hall, he turned his head slightly, watching her retreating figure.
Something about her felt different today.
A sigh slipped past his lips. Pushing the door open, he stepped into the office, finding Denis seated at his desk, lost in thought.
