We can't afford any more mistakes. Time is running out. Do you understand?"

Roy, one of Mark's employees, was in his forties.

His face turned red as he replied, "Yes, I'll work overtime tonight."

However, Mark stood up and patted Roy on the shoulder, saying, "Go home now. Today is your daughter's birthday, isn't it? Buy her a cake after work and celebrate her birthday. You haven't been able to spend much time with her in the past few years, have you?"

Tears welled up in Roy's eyes, and he nodded, saying, “Yes, sir!

I'll get off work right away!"

Mark patted Roy's shoulder again. His employees had worked hard over these years.

As they were talking, Peter brought Cecilia into the office.

When Peter saw Roy, he smiled and greeted, “Roy!”

Roy, a workaholic, didn't usually pay much attention to women. Seeing Cecilia, who appeared stunning as if she were a celestial being, his face turned crimson instantly.

Peter seemed to recall something and exclaimed, “Roy, do you know this young lady? Let's Mr. Evans make an introduction!"

Mark's gaze fixated on Cecilia. She looked exceptionally glamorous today.

Mark took out two cigarettes and tossed one to Roy, who was in a daze. Mark smiled and said, “Don't be nervous, man. Peter has a habit of talking too much. Roy, this young lady is my significant other, Cecilia Fowler."

Roy held the cigarette between his fingers and extended his other hand, feeling somewhat embarrassed.

“Hello, Mrs. Evans!" Roy greeted earnestly.

Cecilia blushed. Roy seemed more nervous than she did.

She was impressed by his earnestness. She felt a mix of shyness and happiness the way Mark introduced her.

She hesitated for a moment without extending her hand immediately, which made Roy think his hands were too rough and dirty to shake hands with.

Roy quickly wiped his palms on his work clothes.

Cecilia rushed to clarify, "No, please. That's not what I meant!"