Never Mistake a Queen for a Lapdog novel Chapter 418

She had already prepared for the worst. “It was my oversight. An unexpected incident kept me in Glenhaven City for a few extra days, so I didn’t have enough time to finalize all the preparations.”

“You’ve done an excellent job,” Padgett said, and he meant it. “Don’t worry too much. For minor issues, they’ll give you a chance to make corrections.”

“Thank you.”

“You should get some rest. You really don’t look well,” he added before he left.

After he was gone, Sophia asked curiously, “Do you think Director Novak likes you? I think he does. He looks at you like you’re the only person in the room.”

Noreen, already buried in a stack of documents, replied dryly, “He’s not a superhero. Why would his eyes be glowing?”

“I see it now,” Sophia sighed. “You’re completely clueless when it comes to romance.”

…

The afternoon sun emerged, beating down with the notorious ferocity of Rivercrest City. Under the blistering heat, Noreen began to feel her energy wane. Still recovering from a moderate concussion and pushing through a high-stress workday, her body was reaching its limit. A wave of intense dizziness washed over her, followed by a terrifying sensation of weightlessness. Her consciousness flickered.

When she came to, she was in Forrest Lowell’s arms.

“Ms. Gilmore, are you alright?” he asked, his face etched with worry. A small crowd had gathered around them.

“It’s a good thing Director Lowell was so quick,” someone murmured. “He caught her just in time.”

“Yes, a fall from this height would have been disastrous.”

“As long as she’s okay,” Forrest said, helping Noreen to her feet. He turned to his assistant. “Get the car ready. We need to take Ms. Gilmore to the hospital.”

After the doctor finished his examination, Noreen’s head was still spinning. She tried to sit up to thank Forrest, but he gently stopped her. “You’re not well. You need to rest. Your health is what’s important.” He paused for a moment before adding, “And don’t worry about the inspection. The issues are minor.”

“Thank you, Director Lowell,” Noreen said, a wave of relief washing over her.

Forrest didn’t stay long; it wouldn’t have been appropriate. He bid her farewell, urging her once more to rest, and then left.

Sophia looked puzzled. “You know, Director Lowell seems like a nice guy. He was really concerned about you.”

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