Bryan finally reached her office, a hint of hesitation in his voice. " Hey, Ava. I'm sorry for the unexpected appearance. I was just passing by and thought I'd say hello. "
Ava managed a polite smile, trying to suppress the fluttering nerves. " Hi, Bryan. No need to apologize. I... I was just caught off guard, that's all. "
Before he could say anything else, he heard a chatty voice behind him " Hello Mr Hayes " It was Bella.
He turned, realizing she was the colleague Ava had been talking to before he appeared.
He smiled " Good day, Miss.... " His voice trailed off deliberately as he waited for her to provide her name.
" Bella " She finished cheerfully, smiling at him warmly.
He nodded " Miss Bella "
Bella moved a few distance away to give them privacy but she could hear them cle
