Arya Turning around, I gulped down the glass of water on my table. Collecting my purse, cellphone, and spectacles, I told Nicholas apologetically, "Sorry for being a little rude earlier. I hope the air between us is clear now. So, let's get going, shall we?" Smiling awkwardly, he said, "Sure," Opening the door, bowing a little, he said, "After you, Ms. John." Walking out of our boss's cabin, we went to the elevator. None of us said anything after that. I was busy thinking about that Stupid Almond. Damn him! He called me only to make me cancel my lunch with Nicholas. I thought he missed me genuinely. It made me sad and angry. Did he have to open his mouth and say that to me? He was so insecure and had a trust issue. Not that we were in any kind of relationship. But we claimed ea