Chapter 81
Chapter 81:
She had just pulled out her phone to book a cab when the sharp honk of a car horn echoed from outside the villa. Curious, she stepped onto the front path and stopped short when she recognized Devin standing in the driveway.
With a light grin, he twirled a set of keys around one finger. “Miss Evans, Mr. Blake asked me to bring this over for you p>
Parked beside him gleamed a pristine white Porsche, its sleek body almost dissolving into the surrounding snow.
Surprise flickered across Kailey’s face as she drifted closer. “Why would he suddenly buy me a car p>
“Mr. Blake figured you might not feel comfortable borrowing his, so he arranged this one for you weeks ago. It only arrived last night, and I rushed it over first thing this morning.” Devin gestured toward the vehicle. “This one fits you just right p>
Admiration shimmered in her eyes as she looked it over, but a quiet hesitation lingered in her chest.
Catching the uncertainty in her expression, Devin pressed on, his tone almost pleading. “Please just accept it. If you refuse, he’ll blame me. Besides, you two are getting married soon—half of what he owns is practically yours already. There’s no reason to burden yourself with doubts p>
Against her better judgment, his logic settled into place with surprising ease.
Kailey pressed her lower lip between her teeth, then finally reached out for the keys. “Alright. Please thank him for me p>
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“I’m afraid I can’t do that for you.” A courteous smile curved Devin’s lips, his expression perfectly composed.
With his task complete, he offered a slight nod and turned away. Kailey stood there, momentarily speechless. By the time she looked up, he was already gone.
With a quiet sigh of surrender, she pulled out her phone and typed a message to Kyson. “The car’s here. Thank you—I really love it p>
His reply came almost instantly. “The honor’s mine. I’m glad it pleased you p>
Kailey lingered on the glowing screen, a soft, involuntary smile blooming across her face.
She drew a steady breath, retrieved her handbag from the couch, and headed out the door.
Fantasy Fusion was located in a building in the downtown area. She guided the car smoothly into the underground parking lot, found a space, shut off the engine, and headed upstairs.
The elevator doors slid open, and the moment she stepped into the bright hallway, a sharply dressed woman in a tailored suit approached with professional composure. “Excuse me—are you Miss Kailey Evans p>
Caught off guard, Kailey hesitated briefly before nodding. “Yes, that’s me p>
“It’s a pleasure to meet you. I’m Linda Burgess.” A warm smile curved the woman’s lips as she extended her hand.
After their handshake and a brief, courteous exchange, Linda guided her down the quiet hallway and into the office. “You’re the only candidate scheduled today. Relax—I’ve already gone through your resume and portfolio. Everything looks excellent p>
Earlier messages had indicated the interviewer would be the design director. Despite the reassurance, a faint tension still lingered in Kailey’s chest as she noticed Linda settle confidently into the chair across from her.
“Ms. Burgess—are you the design director p>
One perfectly shaped brow arched as Linda smiled. “What? I don’t look the part p>