18. Promise

"Of course not," Max argued irritably.

"Then, give me another option. How about a massage? Don't you have sore shoulders?"

The CEO started rolling his eyes. After a few moments, he gave the polar teddy bear to Gabriella. "Now, keep your promise!"

In an instant, Gabriella's eyes filled with tears. After gently caressing the teddy, she embraced it with eyes closed. A single tear flowed down as she let out a breath from arid throat.

"I really miss you," she murmured, successfully touching Max's heart.

"So, have I managed to treat your longing?" the man asked in a half whisper.

“Yes,” Gabriella sighed as she looked at the CEO with all her heart. "Thank you."

As much as possible, Max kept his lips from curling up.

"Then, massage me now!"

"Yes," the girl nodded, hugging Snowy tightly.

With happy steps, Gabriella followed the man back into the room. However, when she saw Max take off his shirt, the girl's smile suddenly faded.

"Why did you take off your clothes?"