The past few days had been relatively peaceful. After the chaos of Tina's scandal, the company had deliberately reduced Lyla's public exposure, allowing her some breathing room. Noah had been more protective than ever, making sure she had enough time to relax and regain her composure.
But work couldn't be avoided forever.
Lyla's upcoming cooking show was still on schedule, and the company had requested her presence to finalize the details. Though Noah wasn't thrilled about her stepping back into the public eye so soon, he understood her passion for the show and agreed—under the condition that security was tightened around her.
That morning, Lyla arrived at the company in low-profile attire—simple yet elegant. A light beige coat draped over her shoulders, paired with ankle boots that made soft tapping sounds against the marble floor. Mia, her manager, greeted her with a warm smile.
"Lyla, you're looking well."
Lyla returned the smile. "Thanks, Mia. I needed the break."
