MIMI

Chapter 140 - The End Of An Arc

However, recalling Jinny's previous words about the girl, Senior Su was stunned by a sudden realization.

Perhaps it was her who misunderstood. Mimi had her way of expressing herself, though it was harsh it was never filled with ill intentions.

As for when she kept her working abilities a secret, fitting with Mimi's personality, it was most likely because she didn't want the attention.

Senior Su felt like she had been dealt a blow. Her eyes landed on the gothic girl across from her and felt a sudden weight on her heart ease.

With a smile, Senior Su laughs dryly, "You're right. It would seem you never did."

Mimi expressed nothing and sipped her coffee. With the two of them sitting in silence and sipping their coffee the previous tense atmosphere lifted and filled with clarity.

...

In the tech department, the sound of clicking keyboards and printed files sound throughout. The air was focused as everyone worked quickly and diligently. After finishing their coffee together, Mimi and Senior Su entered the office together.

A couple of workers glanced up and were dumbfounded. Watching the two conversing while walking side by side together caused everyone to be frozen stiff.

Their office goddess was talking to the unusual gothic ghost! Though the other wore an indifferent and dull face, Senior Su was smiling to her!

Jinny witnessed this scene as well and her wide eyes glowed with happiness. Looks like her goddess and master were getting along! Hopping over toward the two, Jinny beamed.

"Senior Su, Ms. Mimi!"

When Senior Su looked up, a smile etched across her face. "How are you feeling after last night?"

Jinny blinked and her cheeks softly blushed a rosy shade, "Mm, much better! I drank some of that soup you left me and felt better!"

Senior Su bore a sincere expression on her face as she reached out to gently touch her soft head, "That's good."

Mimi watched on the side and held back the urge to snicker. If she wasn't certain Senior Su harbored feelings for Eli, she would have believed her and Jinny were... hehe.

Mimi's eyes glanced down to Senior Su's chest and felt they were suitable. A pair of watermelons on top of oranges, not a bad sight!

"Ms. Mimi!"

Mimi inwardly grumbled, cursing the person who interrupted her perverted daydreams and turned to see Eli walking over to them.

"Did you complete the assignment I handed you this morning?"

Mimi shook her head, "No."

Eli was astounded and his brows creased together. "How come?"

Mimi opened her mouth but closed it. She glanced over at Senior Su who stared back. As if realizing the situation, Senior Su stepped up and spoke.

"It was my fault. I hadn't realized Ms. Mimi had work, so I invited her to have coffee with me. To compensate I'll complete half of the work."

Eli caught sight of the two's exchange and frowned. He glanced over at Senior Su suspiciously. Under his speculating gaze, Senior Su felt her heart tighten. He was still wary of her. The thought caused her fists by her side to clench.

Mimi's voice suddenly interrupted the silence. "It needs to be turned in at twelve, right?"

Eli nodded.

"Then it's fine. I can complete it by then on my own." Mimi said lightly.

"Mimi, are you sure?" Eli appeared uncertain.

Mimi sounded a hum and shifted toward Senior Su. A rare smile appeared on her face.

"This morning, thank you for the coffee."

Senior Su looked back at her in surprise. Not just Eli but Senior Su was stunned by Mimi's smile, completely off guard by the sudden attack.

For a brief moment, the scary, ghost looking girl looked...cute!

Unfortunately, the moment was short-lived as Mimi walked away, leaving the trio behind to stare at her in disbelief.

"Oh, I have to get back to work!" Jinny gasped and bowed toward the two. "I'll see you at lunch, Senior Su!"

Senior Su smiled and nodded her head. Watching the woman skip away, her smile remained. At that moment, she realized the man beside her was staring at her, his green eyes bright and clear. She couldn't withstand Eli's penetrating gaze for long and lowered her eyes.

Eli observed the woman beside him. He noticed the air around her was always very cold and proud in the past. She wore neat, long hairstyles and sophisticated attire, but when around him, her eyes looked timid.

Under his stare, her body stiffened and her eyes lowered slightly as if she was a wronged child. Just as when they were younger.

Eli sighed.

"You should go back to work too, Ms. Su." He patted her shoulder lightly while walking away.

Although he doubted her intentions initially toward Mimi, oddly enough, seeing the smile on her face directed toward Senior Su caused all of Eli's uncertainty to disappear into thin air. It seems like she was considering his words. At this thought, he was happy.

In an absent-minded daze, Senior Su's mind blanked, and a light hue spread across her ears. Her trembling fingers touched her shoulder gently as if it were to shatter.

She pursed her lips and straightened her back, the previous dazed appearance replaced by a confident aura as she returned to work. If one looked closely, they could see the intense, cheery light in her usual proud and cold eyes.

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