Alex glanced at me, his expression unreadable. "Why? Are you that interested in him?"

"Yes, I am. He's so mysterious—I can't help but be curious," I admitted honestly.

Alex finished grinding the beans, inhaling the aroma with a satisfied expression. "Delightful," he murmured before turning to me. "Let me make you a cup of coffee."

"No, thank you," I replied impatiently. My desire to learn more about the boss outweighed any interest in coffee. ...