Xavier's POV
Two weeks ago,
“The party's at 6pm, and I don't think I need to go. Ethan is representing me, so why stress myself when I can just hang out with you?” I said, holding her waist tightly.
“Are you really sure you don't have to go?” Aria asked, looking straight into my eyes.
“Yeah, I don't have to. Shouldn't you be happy that I want to stay home with you instead of going to some lame party?” I asked.
“Well, that 'lame' party is where the shareholders will be. You still wish to be the CEO, right? Or have you changed your mind?” She smiled.
“I actually called them a few minutes ago, and they said…” I paused, not sure how to tell the lady in front of me that I just called in sick.
“They said?” she asked, growing impatient.
“Oh, they said it's fine. I can reschedule the main
