The entire office stilled as your hand landed sharply across Kai’s cheek, the sound echoing through the space. His employees looked on, stunned, unsure whether to avert their gaze or keep watching.

“how could you kissed me like that?” you sputtered, words laced with fury and embarrassment.

But Kai didn’t say a word. His eyes darkened, jaw tightening, and before you could react, he stepped forward, sweeping you up onto his shoulder with ease. Gasps rippled through the room as he turned, walking purposefully toward his office with you in tow, ignoring your protests and the whispers around him.

“put me down!” you hissed, squirming against his hold, but he was unyielding. He pushed open his office door, kicked it shut, and finally set you down, trapping you between him and the wall. His gaze bore into you, cold and intense.

“You thought you could get away with that little stunt?” he said quietly, his voice a dangerous murmur. “Now, let’s talk about last night—and why you think you can slap me in front of my entire staff.”

His tone left no room for escape, and your heart raced, realizing you were now at his mercy.