@siyaswrites: CH 36-37 The elevator doors opened to the sound of laughter. Not the forced kind people wore around executives. Real laughter. The kind that made people forget they were at work. Lena instinctively looked toward the source. Near the reception desk... Miu was trying-and failing-to keep a straight face while Bam dramatically reenacted something that had apparently happened during her commute. "... And then he looked at me and said, 'Ma'am, that's the ladies' line.' " Jayna burst into laughter. Ginny nearly dropped the folder she was holding. Even Miu had bent over slightly, trying to catch her breath. "I swear," Bam continued, placing a hand over her chest, "I've never recovered from that level of embarrassment." "You deserved it," Jayna teased. "I absolutely did." The group laughed again. Lena watched for another second before walking toward her office. The moment Miu noticed her... She excused herself from the conversation. "Morning." She walked over with Lena's coffee already prepared. "Good morning." Lena accepted the cup. "... You're in a good mood." "I guess I am." "It suits you." The compliment slipped out before Lena realized she'd spoken aloud. Miu blinked. "Thank you." For reasons neither of them understood... The exchange lingered in both their minds long after it ended. By noon, preparations for the gala had officially begun. Samples of decorations covered one conference table. Fabric swatches covered another. The event coordinator paced back and forth while explaining the schedule. "We'll need final approval on the ballroom layout." Lena nodded. "Leave the seating arrangements to me." The coordinator smiled with relief. "Thank you, Ms. Shuett." Before leaving, she turned toward Miu. "And don't forget to send me your dress measurements." Miu looked confused. "Mine...?" "You'll be beside the CEO throughout the evening." "Oh." She glanced toward Lena. "I didn't realize I was included." Lena looked up from the paperwork. "I assumed you were." The coordinator left. Silence settled over the room. Miu tilted her head. "You assumed?" "You represent my office." "I could've stood with the other staff." "I don't want you standing with the other staff." The answer came without hesitation. Only after saying it did Lena pause. "... For organizational purposes." Miu smiled. "Of course." The explanation sounded convincing. Neither of them believed it. Later that afternoon... A garment catalog landed on Miu's desk. Bam leaned over her shoulder. "Show me." "I'm just looking." "Exactly." She flipped through several pages. "Ooh." "This one." Miu laughed. "That's way too expensive." "So?" "I'm not spending that much on a dress." "You don't have to." Ginny joined them. "The company reimburses formal attire." Miu immediately shook her head. "I'll wear something simple." "You'll regret it." "I doubt it." A few minutes later... Lena stepped out of her office. She caught a glimpse of the catalog before looking away. "... Have you chosen one?" Miu looked up. "Not yet." "Take your time." "I don't need anything fancy." Lena quietly walked over. Without asking... She turned several pages before stopping. "This." Miu looked at the photograph. An elegant emerald gown. Simple. Classic. Beautiful. "It's... gorgeous." "It would suit you." Miu smiled awkwardly. "It would also destroy my savings." "The company will cover it." "I still feel guilty." "You shouldn't." "It's only one evening." Lena met her eyes. "It isn't just an evening." Miu frowned. "What do you mean?" "You'll be representing Lalee Enterprise." A pause. "And..." Lena looked back at the catalog. "I'd like you to enjoy it." The words were softer than intended. Miu's expression warmed. "I'll think about it." check com sec for continuation! #lenamiu #wlw #miulena #wattpad #fyp

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