Sara and Arav arrived at the penthouse, where Aunt July had already set lunch on the table. They ate in silence, each absorbed in their thoughts. Arav’s attention occasionally drifted to Sara, but he didn’t speak. Once they finished their meal, Arav received a call and stepped outside to answer it. Meanwhile, Sara went into the bedroom to freshen up and touch up her makeup. As she turned from the cloakroom, Arav appeared and playfully pinned her against the wall. Smiling, he leaned closer to her lips and teased, “Do we really need to go back to the office, Ms. Beautiful?” Sara chuckled. “Mr. CEO, we do have work to do.” Arav grinned, his hands sliding to her waist. “There’s still time, honey,” he murmured. She opened her eyes wide, laughing nervously. “Arav, stop! I’m in my periods,”

