Married a Secret Billionaire novel Chapter 1248

Lina glanced at Zuko with a hint of coquettishness in her eyes.

"I don't want to jump to conclusions or say anything unnecessary. After all, she's just your 'good buddy'!" Lina drawled teasingly, blinking like a cunning little fox.

Amused by her playful banter, Zuko felt the urge to tease her further, but he also wanted to give her a taste of "violence". Thus, he playfully pulled her into his embrace and held her tightly.

Upon sensing his mischievous intent, Lina pushed him away and looked at him teasingly.

Meanwhile, Toph held Renee's hand and intentionally walked ahead, paying little attention to the couple behind them.

Zuko grinned and whispered in Lina's ear, "If you don't like Desiree, I'll stop associating with her."

"Don't do that!" Lina widened her eyes. "She's a guest from grandma's side and your childhood playmate with Toph. Suddenly distancing yourself from her doesn't seem appropriate, right?"

"Oh..." Zuko nodded. "Then I'll slowly keep my distance."

Lina smiled and wrapped her hand around his waist, resting her head on his shoulder.

The sea breeze cooled the summer night as the starry sky sparkled like gemstones on a blue curtain, creating a tranquil and distant atmosphere. The laughter of the four friends blended into the peaceful night.

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During this time, Zuko felt a bit resentful as Lina was always occupied with work, leaving him feeling neglected. Even during company meetings, he seemed absent-minded, frequently checking his phone for messages, which never seemed to come.

Zuko slammed his phone down on the table, screen-down, startling the others in the middle of the meeting.

Zephyr glared at him. "What's the matter?"

Unlike glamorous office workers from TV dramas, Lina was dressed simply in a white shirt and jeans, her hair tied loosely in a ponytail, with a few strands falling on her forehead.

She had followed Zuko's advice on keeping casual clothes in the office to improve efficiency, especially when they didn't have client meetings. As workaholics who often spent over ten hours a day at the office, it made sense not to exhaust themselves with formal attire.

"Mr. Hamerton, are you going in?" the secretary asked.

Zuko gestured for her to leave with a light smile and stood at the office door for a moment until Lina noticed him.

"When did you come?" Lina exclaimed with delight, rushing over to hold his hand. "You didn't tell me you were coming. How long have you been standing there?"

Zuko checked his watch and chuckled. "Half an hour."