As Be arrived at the Quantum Capital building, she spotted Sam waiting for her in the lobby.

    Before stepping out of the car, she turned to Bryan.

    "Bryan, you may rest for now. I’m not going anywhere; I’ll just have lunchter. Sam will inform you where my lunch location will be," she said.

    "Yes, Ma’am..." Bryan nodded. He needed some sleep after rushing to the capital this early morning and driving for four hours nonstop.

    Be stepped outside and approached Sam.

    "Boss, long time no see... it’s great to see you," Sam greeted her politely as they walked toward the lobby.

    "Geez, Sam, we met at Harper’s wedding two days ago, remember?" she chuckled, continuing, "By the way, why are you waiting for me here? Are you worried the guard won’t let me use the executive elevator?" She narrowed her eyes at him as they approached the elevator.

    Samughed and quickened his pace to press the elevator button.

    "No one would dare to do that, Boss. A picture of your face is in their staff guidebook; moreover, people respect you and will never stop you from entering the building," Sam exined with a smile.

    Beughed at that, and her thoughts drifted back to when she first arrived at this building. The guard had forbidden her from parking in front because that area was reserved for directors and management. How quickly time has flown; it feels like it all happened yesterday.

    "Sam, I appreciate what you guys are doing," Be said again as they entered the elevator. "But isn’t it dangerous to be a bit lenient toward a woman like me like that?"

    "What do you mean, Boss? I don’t get it." Sam nced at her, a thin line appearing on his forehead.

    "Have you forgotten about Marco? That vile man has a thousand faces. His mask was no joke; it looked just like real people. What if someone used my look to get into this ce and cause havoc in thepany?" Her expression tensed at the thought.

    "Hahaha," Sam burst outughing, making Be frown. "I’m sorry, Boss... Please don’t take offense at myughter."

    Be said nothing, her gaze reflecting her disappointment at Sam’s response.

    After hisughter subsided, Sam cleared his throat, his expression turning serious again.

    "Well, Boss, you’re thinking too far ahead. A bit paranoid, if you don’t mind me saying. That kind of plot only happens in Hollywood movies."

    Be smiled at her silly thought. "Yeah, what am I thinking? You’re right..." she said faintly.

    "Besides, why are youparing yourself to Marco? He wears those masks because he’s one of the most wanted criminals in several countries. He needs that kind of disguise," Sam added.

    She nodded in agreement. Sam was indeed correct. Who would want to do that? Besides, she was only an ex-CEO of Quantum Capital, not a mafia leader like Marco. No one will have the audacity to wear her face mask to wreak havoc in a smallpany like Quantum Capital, right?

    "No worries, Boss. Nothing bad will happen here," Sam reassured her as the elevator finally arrived on the 19th floor.

    "I hope so," she replied silently, gazing at the floor she usually frequented, which now looked different.

    Several new staff members were present, and fresh flowers adorned various spots. She couldn’t help but smile, guessing this must be Harper’s handiwork; the floor was beautifully decorated.

    "Where are they?" Be asked, turning to Sam.

    "In Leo’s office. Boss Jack just arrived before you."

    Be quickened her steps toward Leo’s old office. Despite his promotion, she still couldn’t believe he wasn’t using the new office. When she asked why he hadn’t moved, his response left her speechless: "I’m toozy to move; it’s tiring and a waste of time."

    She knows he must have wanted to look after his wife, as Dana has be Harper’s secretary.

    "Oh, Boss Be... you finally made it!"

    Be halted when she saw Dana approaching her, emerging from her old office, now upied by Harper, the new CEO of Quantum Capital.

    "Oh dear Dana, you look even prettier than thest time I saw you," Be said as she approached her.

    "Boss, stop ttering me," Dana smiled, feeling her cheeks warm.

    "How’s your baby?" Be asked, stopping right in front of her.

    "He is so—" Dana’s words suddenly trailed off. She pressed her lips tightly together, realizing she had identally revealed her baby’s gender.

    "Oh, my lord! Dana, do you already know the gender?" Be smiled happily as she grabbed Dana’s hand. "Congrattions, Dana! It would be wonderful if your son bes friends with Oliver..."

    Sam, who overheard Dana’sment, looked equally shocked. "Wow! Congrattions, Dana! I’m so happy for you and your baby boy. Leo must be thrilled..."

    Dana felt terrible because she had identally revealed their son’s gender, even though Leo had asked her not to tell anyone; he wanted it to be a surprise.

    "Thanks, Be and Sam," Dana said with a forced smile. "Would you like to meet Leo?" She tried to change the subject.

    "Yes, yes! But I’m runningte now. I’ll talk to youter, Dana. Are youing with us, right?" Be asked.

    Dana nodded and said, "Yes, Boss. Leo informed me this morning. But I still need to finish my piling work because my Boss is busy with her new husband..." She chuckled.

    "Geez, why are you bringing her up?" Be couldn’t help butugh.

    The two women suddenly giggled, imagining that Harper would never have a chance to check her cell phone. It seemed that Sean was keeping her trapped in their bedroom all day.

    "Alright, Dana, I need to meet Leo and Jack now; otherwise, they’ll both scold me," Be waved goodbye and rushed to Leo’s office.

    ...

    "Be, why did it take you so long?" Leo protested as soon as she entered the room. "You’rete... almost an hour."

    "This is almost lunchtime, Be. We don’t have much time left," Jack said, ncing at his watch and shaking his head in annoyance.

    Be didn’t bother to reply. Instead, she looked at Sam and said, "Can you tell Bryan where we’re having lunch? He needs to be prepared as usual..."

    "Sure, boss," Sam replied, pulling out his cell phone as he walked outside to call Bryan.