Chapter 53

Kimberly's POV I pushed the door open to the lounge at Golden K Headquarters, balancing precariously on one leg and holding the dessert tray in my hands. The low hum of conversations, a faint scent of coffee, diffused into the air as I stepped inside. Immediately, my eyes had to fall on Aria cross-legged on the plush velvet couch, scrolling through her phone. She turned from the sound of my footsteps and smiled. “Ah, if you came to bribe me with the sweets, then it's definitely working,” she teased, casting her phone aside. I smiled, moving the tray between us onto the table. "No bribery involved. It's mere appreciation. Just wanted to sincerely thank you for helping to promote the store.” Aria waved a careless hand, reaching for a crème brûlée. "Please, I barely did anything. Success of your store is all because of you and Miss K." The first bit sent her eyes fluttering shut in bliss. "But desserts, I will not say no to.” I smiled as I watched her savor the treat. It had been a whirlw