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Echoes of Unrequited Love (Xaviera and Hogan) novel Chapter 49

Chapter 49 

Mrs. Hilary, if there’s nothing else, I’ll just” 

How come you didn’t bring Cecilia along to the party today?” 

The icy line popped out of the receiver, and in the blink of an eye, I recognized Hogan’s voice

Thinking back to the wealthy ladies who stood with Hilary earlier that evening, I quickly figured out what was going on

It seemed that Hogan wasn’t just trying to get Cecilia into the high society scene; he wanted Hilary to take her under her wing and show her the ropes

She was off work by the time our gathering started. If she’s going to be late, might as well not come at all.” 

Hilary’s response was quite blunt

It was no secret that she was not Cecilia’s biggest fan

Since it was a private conversation, it didn’t feel right for me to eavesdrop, so I discreetly hung up the phone

The next day at the office, I shared the experience I got from the comic expo with Wallis, and then we discussed the team building event

Let’s hit up a B&B in the nearby mountain. Nice scenery, and we can have a bonfire party or soak in a hot spring in the evening. Chill out and unwind.” 

We were setting off tomorrow morning

I had no objections. When it came to having fun, Wallis had the final say

She basically toured the whole country in the first six months after her divorce

Not to mention she was a pro at finding team building spots around Rivertown

Once decided, she summoned everyone to the conference room and announced the good news. Everyone was pretty stoked, except Cecilia who sat quietly on the side, unreadable

I figured it might be related to Hilary standing her up on purpose but didn’t dwell on it

In the afternoon, Wallis suddenly called me into her office with a mischievous look a rare expression for her

What’s up?” 

Wallis flashed her phone book, saying Assistant Zachary just called me.” 

Chapter 49 

What did he say?” 

He mentioned that Mr. Zade got wind of our team building plans and has a better suggestion

Turns out. Hogan hoped to merge our team building with his company’s.. 

He’d bring along his own secretarial team and himself

And he generously switched the venue from the nearby mountain to Honto Abbey up north of Rivertown, with Rainbow Capital footing the bill

I was baffled. What’s Honto Abbey?” 

Wallis put it simply. In a nutshell, one night costs this much.” 

She flashed all ten fingers, and I went silent

Assistant Zachary also said that the cold winds at the nearby mountain at night aren’t ideal for team building.Wallis added with a smirk, Guess Hogan doesn’t want to freeze his little kitty 

cat.

That’s when it clicked

Cecilia was probably still in her period

Hogan’s doing a bangup job as a boyfriend, making us look a bit inconsiderate

Xaviera, what do you think?” 

Twirling my pen, I said in a singsong voice, Since Mr. Zade’s feeling generous, who are we to decline?” 

Wallis paused, her gaze drifting to my neck and said with a hint of pride. Glad you see it that way, Xaviera.” 

Shortly after, Wallis updated the team building news in the group chat

When she mentioned Honto Abbey, the chat exploded with excitement, everyone thanking Hogan

But Hogan didn’t respond

Until Cecilia chimed in with the crowd, and Hogan suddenly appeared out of nowhere

Remember to bring extra clothes.” 

He was thoughtful enough to remind Cecilia to pack more for our overnight stay at the estate

In full view of everyone, he showed his care without any pretense

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