Chapter 108

But as she watched Gong Motin's receding figure, her emotions remained unsettled for a long time. If this man could accept her high salary and come to her side as her bodyguard and assistant, it should be achievable for him, as long as he was willing to do so.

As the two emerged from the hotel, Lin Miao'er apologized to Gong Motin with genuine regret. "I'm so sorry, it's all my fault. The scene just now might have made you uncomfortable." In her line of work, no matter what difficulties arose, Lin Miao'er could bear them on her own. However, she didn't want people she cared about to suffer unnecessary distress because of her.

At that moment, her hand was still tightly clasping Gong Motin's without any intention of letting go. Instead, her fingers naturally intertwined with his, and Gong Motin's warm and large palm gripped her hand even tighter.

It was the first time a woman had stood up for him, the first time someone had wanted to protect him.