Chapter 244
Chapter 244:
Helena had lost count of how many times she and Alden had surrendered to passion since yesterday. Her legs and lower back still throbbed with a delicious ache.
“Alden! Don’t… don’t p>
Helena attempted to push Alden away, discomfort fluttering through her, but his determination remained unshaken. Only when the lingering kiss finally concluded did Alden release her shoulders and illuminate the room with a gentle ceiling light. The soft, golden glow transformed his typically angular features—even his smile radiated unusual warmth. Yet his eyes remained serene and lucid, the earlier fervor having dissipated completely.
Helena found herself momentarily speechless.
Alden flashed her a mischievous grin and playfully pinched her cheek, his voice laced with knowing amusement. “What exactly were you begging me not to do just now p>
Heat rushed to Helena’s face as she deliberately avoided meeting his gaze.
“Come on,” he persisted, his voice dropping to a teasing whisper. “Don’t do what? I’m fascinated to know what you thought was coming next p>
Finally, Helena—a complex mixture of embarrassment and exasperation—stomped firmly on his foot before darting to the bedroom and slamming the door with decisive finality.
Staring at the firmly closed barrier, then glancing down at his completely unhurt foot, Alden surrendered to silent laughter that crinkled the corners of his eyes.
The following day, Helena ventured out for her interview. Genie TV occupied the ground floor of an office complex—more modest than Nexus TV’s imposing headquarters. Yet as Helena swiped her visitor badge and crossed the threshold, her eyes widened with unexpected delight.
Verdant plants adorned every corner, creating an atmosphere of tranquility and welcome that enveloped her immediately. Through transparent glass partitions separating various departments, she observed staff working with focused efficiency. During breaks, however, they…
Helena gathered naturally with the others, sharing refreshments and engaging in animated discussions about the latest news developments. Such workplace harmony had been merely a fantasy at Nexus TV.
As Helena traversed several work areas, she couldn’t help but notice the striking gender distribution—women outnumbered men nearly three to one. The news industry rarely embraced such female representation, making this observation particularly remarkable.
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Genie TV had already exceeded Helena’s expectations, but the greatest surprise awaited her.
“Helena!” a voice she instantly recognized called out across the space. She whirled around to discover familiar faces populating the interview waiting area.
Dominick and Tessa sat among several other former Nexus TV interns, their expressions brightening at the sight of her.
“You’re applying here too?” Helena exclaimed, genuine joy suffusing her voice.
Dominick’s face broke into a broad smile. “After your dramatic exit, something clicked for us all. Nexus has become nothing but a money machine with journalism as its disguise. We had a heart-to-heart and decided to jump ship together.” He shook his head in amazement. “Never imagined we’d find you already charting the same course p>