Henry, in a sudden flurry, shoved the woman from his embrace and swiftly straightened his attire.


    Estre, caught off guard, tumbled to the ground with a clumsy yelp.


    As Henry adjusted his clothes, it dawned on him that during their intimate encounter in the office, they had neglected to lock the door.


    He rushed toward the door, intent on securing it.


    However, Lydia entered first, pushing the door wide open.


    Grasping the doorknob, Lydia cast a nce at Estre, still on the floor, and then at Henry, with his askew tie, and arched an eyebrow.N?vel/Dr(a)ma.Org - Content owner.


    “What’s this? A scuffle?”


    “Was there a fight?” Jaylin hadn’t witnessed the earlier scene.


    Upon entering, he saw Estre rising from the floor, her appearance disheveled and her eyes tinged with red as if wronged.


    Jaylin’s frown deepened as he faced Henry.


    “You…”


    Recalling the unlocked door, he stifled his anger and gestured for Lydia to shut it.


    Lydiaplied, gently shutting the door, then casually made her way to the sofa and sat down.


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    Henry, his voiceced with reprimand.


    “I’ve told you repeatedly.


    She’s your half-sister! At work, you two must get along!”


    “Dad,” Estre interjected, clutching Jaylin’s arm and batting her eyshes yfully.


    “It wasn’t my brother’s fault.


    I simply slipped.


    ”


    Her smile was endearing, almost pitiable.


    “Don’t worry, Dad.


    My brother treats me well at work.


    As a fresh intern, I learn so much from him.


    ”


    “Ha!” Lydia couldn’t contain herughter.


    ALL eyes turned to her.


    With a hand over her mouth, Lydia’sughter was evident.


    “Pay me no mind.


    It’s just… amusing.


    ”


    “What’s so amusing?” Henry’s anger was palpable as he confronted Lydia.