Contract Marriage: Mr. CEO, Please Love Me Tender

All Sofia Wants is a Quiet Life

Sofia stayed focused on doing her job without any mistakes, as usual.

Knowing Arsenio was the one who bought all the private dining wouldn't affect it.

Sofia actually knew about this private dinner specifically from Arlyne's company, but at that time she didn't know about Arsenio working there either—when they chatted, there was no discussion about work.

Maybe this is good news for her about Arsenio joining private dining too because she knows they will be the topic of conversation about their still hot marriage rather than Dominic and Arlyne's proposal gossip.

Her only hope is Arsenio just talking, not doing anything strange.

Sofia realized she didn't know at all how arsenio at work.

Everyone has their own professional side but somehow close to the people they love.

Sofia will ask Faye about it after break.

'I can't wait to see what Ms. Faye recommends for today's menu~'

Since long ago, Sofia and Faye always have lunch and exercise together, she wants to know the secret of how Arsenio's mother still looks young like she is in her early 30s and has healthy skin.

'I'll also give this month's income and expense reports.'

Sofia hasn't given it yet because she went to Las Vegas, what's more, this month Faye spends more time at other restaurants, the rumor is the restaurant where Fynn works.

'I understand Arsenio wants his parents back together, but Mr. Fynn is a good man too i think.'

Sofia is secretly happy knowing the fact that Faye went on a date with Fynn.

"Ok, your turn, chef Sofia." Mateo said as he went back into the kitchen.

"Thank you." Sofia said then stepped out.

"You really don't have to do this, you're the manager now," Mateo whispered as Sofia passed him.

Sofia knows that, but being a chef has always been her dream, she feels that something is missing if she only supervises it. She just gave a small smile before continuing her footsteps into her work room. She took a deep breath, then her eyes swept across the room.

'Still hard to believe I could be here now.'

Sofia smiled proudly at her achievement. She changed into new clothes, re-touched her make-up and then walked out to where Faye's work room with her hands carrying documents.

Faye's work room is on the third floor and the same floor as her work room, but it's quite a distance away because Faye needs some alone time and silence after her failed marriage.

Sofia doesn't consider it a failure because even though Faye and Dennis live in different countries, they are still officially married.

'Being in along-distancee relationship is hard.'

Sofia stopped a ten inch from Faye's room realizing the door was ajar ...?

Not like usual.

"Denis... stop."

Sofia scratched her arm hearing a faint moan from inside Faye's room.

'It seems Mr. Grace here too?'

Sofia knows that in the last few months Arsenio's father has been trying to get close to Faye again.

"Sshh... I still miss you, honey."

"But ..."

Sofia wonders should she interrupt them? Faye sounds like she doesn't want anything to happen.

'Maybe I check for a second, who knows.'

Sofia walked very carefully so that her footsteps could not be heard when they hit the floor. She hesitated at first, but finally peeked through the gap in the open door.

It was there that she wished she had not followed her instincts.

Inside looks Faye and Denis kissing hot in only their underwear while their hands explore each other's bodies passionately.

Sofia was so shocked that she unconsciously dropped the document in her hand.

'Sh*t.'

Sofia hastily collected the documents that were scattered on the floor, then ran away, she could faintly hear Faye's voice which she realized before she didn't hear anything at all.

"Huh ...?" Faye noticed the sound Sofia was making. She ended their kiss, "you hear that, Denis?"

Denis shook his head, "don't try to change the subject anymore. Just focus on me, honey."

Faye is sure she heard something, but her suspicions disappear when Denis takes bold action by bringing their private parts together.

Everything is blurry now.

***

While on her way, Sofia blocks anyone who intends to meet Faye, whatever it is including a report that must be signed. She said just put it on her desk.

'No way I let them see that ...'

Sofia feels uncomfortable imagining Arsenio's parents making love, or not? Because she kinda screwed it up.

'Hm?'

Sofia felt her phone vibrate in her pants pocket. She checks it.

From: Dominic

You should be proud now.

Your new husband gave me the best of hell.

Sofia gaped in shock.

What does it mean?

Sofia did not reply to Dominic's message, but immediately called Arsenio.

[I thought you wouldn't dare talk to me.]

"Cut the bullsh*t! What have you done to Dominic!?" Sofia snapped at him loudly, "can you just one day not mess with my life, Arsenio Grace!?" She wants peace, why is it so hard!? She couldn't scream as hard as she could to express the emotions that had gathered.

She heard a long hot sigh from Arsenio, [What are you talking about ...? Tell me what's your problem now, Sofia.]

"Stop torturing Dominic! Work professionally, Mr. Grace!"

[Hold your horses. i work professionally, Miss. Harrington.]

"if it's true, there's no way Dominic is complaining to me!" Sofia snapped at him.

[Ah... he did that too, hm?]

"Arsenio!" Sofia is serious right now, it's not the time to play games.

[I gave him an assignment according to his position, for the sake of our company. Maybe this is why he didn't get a promotion. You won't understand anyway, all you think about is him, it's useless for me to defend myself. Goodbye, Miss. Harrington.]

Sofia wanted to say something, but he had already ended the call. She stares frustratedly at her phone screen, undeniably what he said had some truth in it too.

She doesn't know the detail of what's going on, and always prioritizes Dominic's feelings.

'Perhaps this time I shouldn't side with anyone.'

Sofia can ask Dominic and Arsenio during a private dinner tonight.

'I hope there's nothing strange tonight.'

Sofia is sure there will be tension between the two men, but she believes in their maturity, especially Dominic, even though he complains, he still does it because he loves his job.

'There is a message from Ms. Faye.'

Sofia opened it.

From : Ms. Faye

Sofia, today's lunch I can't be with you because Denis is there.

But.

I will still recommend you eat if you want?

Sofia exhaled.

It was too late to tell, she already knew why with her own eyes.

'Now the awkwardness is back.'

Sofia hopes no one sees what Faye is doing.