Ella, James, and Derek delved headfirst into their work at SteelCorp's headquarters, focusing on the crucial steps required to finalize the merger deal. While the situation was a bit awkward between Ella and James due to their past history, they remained professional and efficient in their interactions.
James treated Ella politely but with a degree of emotional distance and coldness, which Ella couldn't help but find a bit childish. As a new mother with a demanding job, she had no time for such behavior. Ella chose to rise above it and continued working diligently, focusing on the task at hand.
On the other hand, Ella was pleasantly surprised to discover that her initial impression of Derek as a relentless flirt and prankster was not entirely accurate. His jovial personality and playful
