In a Love Nest with the Aloof CEO

The young man looked at Skylar awkwardly and asked, “Is he your boyfriend? I thought you were single.”

When Skylar recalled the nature of James’ job, she was worried that he would bring it up in his idle chatter with his colleagues. Hence, she denied immediately, “I don't have a boyfriend yet. He is a friend and my superior at work.”

Tobias’ eyes squinted in response as he watched Skylar lie through her teeth.

“Hello, my name is James Jackson. I'm Skylar’s friend from high school. She used to sit in front of me,” James introduced himself warmly and he stood up to shake Tobias’ hand.

Holding a wooden skewer in his hand, Tobias broke it in half with a push of his thumb, sending a chill down Skylar’s spine.

As he stared at James coldly, James’ hand was still extended awkwardly. “Are you done eating? There's something urgent at the office. Come back with me right away.” He turned his gaze toward Skylar.

Usually, she would feel uneasy in my car because she wanted to avoid suspicion or was worried about being photographed.

But now, she can brazenly drink with another man, with a reddened face and a bunch of empty beer bottles beside them.

Skylar recent actions and behavior never ceased to amaze him.

As James retracted his hand awkwardly, he scratched his head and replied, “You should go deal with whatever you need to. Anyway, I'll work on what you have asked of me and talk to my boss know when I'm back at the police station.”

Skylar replied gratefully, “I appreciate it.”

When she prepared to pay, the waiter informed her, “A man has paid for you.”

Smiling awkwardly at James, Skylar remarked, “You shouldn't have done that. How can I allow you to pay? After all, I was the one who asked you for help.”

James answered, “It's not me. I didn't manage to pay in time.”

Tobias’ expression was just as sullen given that Skylar acted as if he was invisible.

When James denied that he paid, Skylar turned toward Tobias. Her expression changed from one that was all smiling to one that was icy cold.

As one of the top graduates from the police academy, James’ keen observation told him that Skylar's relationship with her boss wasn't as simple as it appeared.

Skylar's flawless face was accentuated by her exquisite features, glowing underneath the dim moonlight.

Therefore, James would always take another look if he could. When they were studying, he regretted not noticing her early enough. Hence, she ended up getting together with Jeremy. Consequently, he had even seen many of their couple photos in Friendster.

Life was like a show, and it all depended on how well one could act. After James left, Skylar immediately kept a safe distance from Tobias. She didn't even pretend to be cordial.

After all, she was still holding a grudge over the fact that Tobias had called her crazy for the sake of his ex.

When a man called a woman crazy, it was no different from swearing at her. Therefore, Skylar wasn't going to give in to Tobias’ persuasions this time, at least not until the matter with Idania was resolved.

Meanwhile, Skylar had brought Hannah along to the dinner, so as to avoid being photographed dining alone with James. However, Hannah had left halfway to take a call.

Until now, she still hadn't returned, causing Skylar to feel annoyed. After all her job was to help Skylar avoid unfounded rumors from being started. However, Skylar didn't expect Hannah to be so busy that she had no time for dinner.

Picking up her handbag, Skylar requested the restaurant staff to pack the leftovers so she could have them for breakfast.

Tobias snapped, “Have I mistreated you to the extent that you have to eat someone else's leftovers?”