Chapter 734: Chapter 734



“Hey, Mayer, heading to see Fannie?”

“Yeah.”

“What’s got you visiting her today?”

Mayer was carrying coffee and pastries. “I heard Fannie was injured, so I thought I’d check in on her.”

“That’s really thoughtful of you!” Without a moment’s hesitation, Judie reached out and took the items from him. “I was just on my way to see her too. Let me help you with that!”

Mayer quickly responded, but Judie was already hurrying away before he could finish his sentence.

Later that same day, Mayer needed to discuss some business with Fannie. He approached her office, only to find Judie posing dramatically at the door, blocking the entry.

Her voice took on a formal, almost officious tone as she blocked the doorway. “Fannie’s tied up at the moment. Just let me know what you need, and I’ll relay the message.”

Mayer, bemused and slightly annoyed, scratched his head. “Well, this document needs her signature.”

Without missing a beat, Judie snatched the document from his hand. “Consider it handled. I’ll take it in for you!”

She then nudged the door open just enough to squeeze through, carefully blocking Mayer from entering. Then, she closed the door behind her, leaving Mayer alone in the hallway.

Fannie, deeply immersed in her computer screen, felt the presence of the familiar figure without needing to look up. Only Judie would be bold enough to stride into her office unannounced.

She extended a document towards Fannie, who paused upon spotting Mayer’s name. “Where’s Mayer?”

A shadow of guilt flickered in Judie’s eyes, though her voice remained steady. “He had to attend to something, so he sent me instead.”

“Is that so?” Without further comment, Fannie signed the document and handed it back to Judie. “Why are you here so often these days? Weren’t you and Mayer supposed to be filming that variety show? Is everything ready for that?”

“We’re all prepared. Don’t doubt my capabilities!” Judie replied briskly, deflecting further queries as she departed.

Mayer asked, “Is Fannie doing okay?”

“She’s fine—she doesn’t need your concern.” Judie was an effective barrier, leaving Mayer with no chance to speak to Fannie. He had to give up for the time being.

As dusk fell and the office emptied, Mayer seized the opportunity to visit Fannie. He found Judie, exhausted from the day’s labors, dozing at her desk near the door. He stepped past her quietly, knocked softly on the door, and waited for Fannie’s permission before entering.

As the setting sun spilled golden light through the blinds, stripes of amber illuminated Fannie, wrapped in a bandage. The sight tugged at Mayer’s heartstrings.

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