Emily felt the penetrating gaze of Ethan, causing her heart to skip a beat.

She wasn't sure whether Ethan knew her true identity or not.

With her hand awkwardly suspended in mid-air, Emily faintly curled her lips and smiled, "Is Mr. Thomas germaphobic? My apologies if I was abrupt."

She was about to retract her hand, but his large palm gently covered hers, clasping it lightly. His warm hand gave her a sense of security.

"Miss Conner, nice to meet you," his cold voice ...