[50]
“Will you stop smiling?” asked Justin with a scowl. It wasn’t that he didn’t want to see the joy on his model’s face, but ever since he picked her up at the apartment, that smile just wouldn’t go away. Not to mention her level of annoyance was really maxed out. It made Justin feel dizzy.
“You, you’re not happy when I’m happy?” Giselle pursed her lips.
“You’re troublesome!” Justin glanced sarcastically at the girl who giggled at the sight of him holding back the anger in his heart.
“As a good boss, it’s a good thing to accompany the biggest name contributor to the event you’re attending.” Giselle took out a small mirror from her bag. Making sure that her appearance was perfectly adhered to her face including the hairdo that she kept as simple as possible. She didn’t want to get too excited just because the event was organized by Ford as part of the promotion of Miss World and the winners. Not forgetting the paper bag at the back containing her sash and crown. Which will be needed during the event until the afternoon.
“It’s the same with Brina or me anyway, Giselle. I have a lot to do at SEO.” Justin shook his head in surprise but could no longer show his annoyed face. harboring irritation at Giselle was also useless. the girl would never tire of whining until she got what she wanted.
“It wouldn’t hurt to keep me company once in a while.” Giselle sat back and relaxed, her tail glancing at Justin who could only let out a long sigh. “I’m in Long Island next month. Irena said it could be up to three weeks. You’re free of me, right?”
Justin sneered. “You think I don’t have a schedule there?”
Giselle’s eyeballs immediately widened in excitement. “Are you serious?”
“I have something to discuss at Ice Property. It seems like realizing the latest boutique there should be accomplished soon. The market on Long Island is quite big.”
Giselle nodded in agreement. “But I think you should get a place that’s really suitable.”
“That’s why I had to check for myself. Which place is suitable for the SEO Boutique there. It didn’t matter if it took a long time to agree as long as it was suitable and in accordance with SEO itself.”
“You know the most about it.” Giselle smiled proudly. At the man who was still focused on the steering wheel. The direction to the Ministry of Culture was quite a distance from Giselle’s apartment. Buildings related to Centralia officials and the ministry were in a separate sector. It was different from the business area which was quite congested and famous for traffic jams at certain hours.
“Since Harvey is also attending this event, you’re going home with him. No problem, right?”
Giselle shook her head immediately.
“I’m still curious, why don’t you want a car as a reward from me for your victory?” asked Justin, who was not distracted from the steering wheel and the road in front of him.
“I don’t need a car yet. What good are you if I can drive myself anyway?”
Justin spluttered. “You’re too much.”
“Only to you am I like this.” Giselle laughed. “With Victor or Nico, I often get scolded for asking for strange things, but with you, I always find new fun. Including eating in places I’ve never been before.”
“They are working, Giselle. They have responsibilities to bear, including your safety.”
“But you can do two things at the same time.” Giselle frowned. “It’s not every day you go out with me anyway, is it?”
“Yes-yes-yes, you won.”
Giselle was still unwilling to get rid of the frown on her face. “When I first joined, you always accompanied me whether it was to meet clients or during photo shoots.”
“I need to make sure you’re comfortable, Giselle. And I also need to see how you’re doing out there.” Justin laughed at that. “You’re like a five-year-old who’s sulking about not being given candy.”
“Reckless!” Giselle felt like hitting Justin but she realized that he was focused on the steering wheel. So she abandoned her intention, and replaced it with her eyes that were focused on nothing but enjoying the man who dominated her heart.
Maybe not from the moment they met, but over time, Giselle realized that Justin is a man with a gentle heart whose kindness cannot be expressed in words. Her admiration for the man who is hardworking, thoughtful, and knows the easiest way to get things done is growing day by day. Moreover, their togetherness is quite intense.
Unfortunately…
“I heard your relationship with Andrew is quite close?” Through the tail of his eyes, Justin glanced over to notice how Giselle’s expression this time. the smile that was there earlier, was still there.
“It’s normal.” Giselle cleared her throat briefly. “I already apologized to you about the gifts he gave me, especially the chocolate.”
“I don’t care what he gave you.” Justin chuckled.
“Why is that?” asked Giselle with a curious look. “He gave me a lot of gifts after finals night. You know that, right? I haven’t had a chance to ask you how you responded to the gifts I received.”
“What am I supposed to respond to? It’s for you, right?” Justin turned the wheel slightly, entering a courtyard with a fairly high gate. several officers immediately approached the car Justin was driving to check. The security around the ministry cannot be underestimated. But Justin came as an invited guest who must be treated well.
“He has the purpose of giving me gifts. And well… a little attention.” Giselle smiled faintly at the officer checking their identities. Justin’s car window went up automatically as the car began to enter the building.
From a distance, the ministry of culture looks majestic. Surrounded by manicured gardens and a striking white building. I don’t know if it’s the main hall or if it’s dedicated to receiving guests, but it gives the impression that it’s separate from the blue building behind it.
“I know,” Justin said with a faint smile. “What about you?”
“Me?” Giselle laughed amusedly at Justin’s question. “I don’t want to respond to any of Andrew’s concerns and feelings.”
“I think he’s a nice guy.” Justin reached out and gently rubbed the top of Giselle’s head. “Even if he’s annoying.”
Giselle was silent as she enjoyed Justin’s stroking. “You’re right.” She agreed with him. “Andrew is a pain in the ass.”
“If he messes with you or offends your past, I will take action. I don’t care if it’s a public drama war, I want him to feel the same way.”
Giselle only carved a faint smile. “I don’t know. I haven’t thought about being as close as you imagine.”
“I don’t mind if you have a romantic relationship with another man. Not only do I need to know who that man is, I also have the right to express my opinion about your relationship. After all, you are one of the spearheads of SEO. I don’t want SEO to be crippled by your mood being disturbed because of a romantic relationship.”
The girl still wouldn’t make a sound.
“Especially until there’s bad press about the impact of your relationship. You know what I mean, right?”
“Yes, Justin. But I really don’t want to respond to anything Andrew gives including his feelings.”
Justin smiled a little. “I have no right to interfere in that matter. You and your heart decide how to judge Andrew and whether he’s worthy of being with you as a lover.”
“I want someone else who has the flavor of Andrew berries.”
“Wow, what a lucky guy you are.” Justin pulled the handbrake. The car he was driving stopped right in the lobby. “Come on, we’re tu-
“What about your feelings for me, Justin?”
Suddenly, that remark immediately made Justin stop his movement. His eyes stared in surprise at Giselle who seemed to be waiting for an answer from him. “How do I feel about you?”
“Yes.”
“What do you mean?”
“Can’t you replace Andrew’s feelings for me so that I can reciprocate with joy?”