The Billionaire’s Secret Quartet novel Chapter 1511

He gave Alaric's shoulder a gentle pat.

Alaric's gaze, previously fixed in a serious stare at Hertha, shifted away as he let out a sigh of frustration, "Weren't we here to discuss the design proposal with Donovan? The horseback riding can wait. Let's focus on work first."

Thalassa remained silent, her suspicions confirmed - Ethan and Alaric were indeed the buyers this time.

Hertha, too, had an 'aha' moment, gasping in surprise. Her widened eyes darted between Alaric and Ethan constantly.

Catching on to her train of thought, Ethan said with a smile, "Alaric is the director of Crawley Jewelry's development. He has the final say on the design proposals."

With those words, Hertha's attention snapped back to Alaric, noticing his now stern, slightly annoyed expression.

Her heart was beating like a drum. Crap, she thought, she’d mess this one up again.

Earlier, she had tried to reassure Thalassa, saying losing a job wasn't the end of the world - they could always find another. But deep down, she knew that finding another job in jewelry design wasn't that simple. Besides, her family's expenses were high, and without any savings, she couldn't afford to be unemployed, not even for a little while.

Losing her job meant she couldn't even pay Bridget's salary, let alone afford formula for the kids.

Looking at Alaric, she quickly changed her expression to one of eagerness, stepping forward and saying to him, "Mr. Falconer, you must be exhausted. Want me to rub your shoulders?" she said as she was already rubbing gently for his shoulders.

Alaric glanced at her feigned enthusiasm, puzzled by her sudden eagerness. He gently pushed her hands away, saying, "Keep your distance. I wouldn't want your 'brilliant' ideas splashing over to me."

With that, he turned and headed towards the lounge area.