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As Kaiden drove me towards the Red Dragon Films office which was the agreed venue for the meeting with the screenwriter, a sudden thought came to mind.

'Hmm… Now that I think about it, if we finish early, I can go on a date with Kaiden, right?'

For some reason, that thought alone filled me with brimming energy. I probably had lots now since I'd been so excited with this meeting, plus the chance to date Kaiden later. He-he-he. Ms. Qian Yu said that the meeting was only a meet and greet session, and a little bit of briefing, so it shouldn't take that long, right?

Convinced with that idea, I started thinking of what fun things we could do after. We already visited famous tourist spots and went shopping before school started. Hmmm… Should we dine out somewhere? But I bet Kaiden's cooking would still be much better. Should we go to the amusement park? Wait a minute. What am I, a kid? This was harder than I thought.

What did those dating tips say again? The ones I researched before? Hmmm… I tried remembering but I couldn't recall any of them. How amazing. Just when I needed them! Oh well. No use crying over spilled milk.

There was one thing I always wanted to try with Kaiden, though. I wondered if he'd allow it? I should try asking him later. Oh wait, I should just surprise him. But what if he didn't like it? It's not that bad. I'm sure it would be fine. He-he-he.

A few minutes more and we finally arrived at the Red Dragon Films office. Ms. Qian Yu didn't need to fetch me anymore since she gave me a badge I could use, especially since I would need to frequent the office in the future while working on that script.

Actually, even if I didn't have the badge, I would still be able to go in. I had someone with me who was greater than any badge access I would ever need. Yup. THE Kaiden Ma himself.

As soon as the guards saw him, they immediately greeted him politely and bowed their heads. The concierge came running towards the entrance door, and not even a minute passed, the managers were already running towards him. Everyone was so alerted. When we came walking in, all the employees we passed through bowed their heads and greeted him. Even the elevator was freed up for him.

'He sure is known even here, huh? I kinda expected that not all employees would know what he looks like.'

Despite their polite gestures and overly warm greetings, Kaiden maintained a poker expression. He did greet them back and nod his head. But aside from that, nothing extra—he didn't even smile. I wondered if that was required from people like him, being the rich heir he was. He probably couldn't be too friendly with them since he could easily be taken advantage of, right? Since they would think that he's young and easy to manipulate? Or just to keep professionalism between everyone? Oh well, whatever it was, I sure was happy I'm not in that kind of far-off relationship with him.

Kaiden accompanied me up to the meeting room on the 20th floor. In the middle of the hallway near the elevator, was the boardroom where I was supposed to meet Ms. Qian Yu and the screenwriter. When I reached for the door handle, Kaiden beat me to it. I was surprised. Was he planning on accompanying me inside, too? But when he saw my reaction, he just smirked at me. Oh well. He did mention he was gonna prove to me that Ms. Qian Yu didn't know he was the one who submitted my novel.

And so, Kaiden opened the door for me and let me walk in first. Inside, Ms. Qian Yu was happily chatting to… huh? Not one, but two screenwriters? I thought she said there was only one screenwriter? Or maybe the other one was not a screenwriter but another? And someone I needed to meet as well?

One of them looked shy and reserved, but she was young and cute, too. Maybe late 20's? I wasn't sure of her age. People in this country looked too young for their real age. She had a medium length, wavy bob haircut in cinnamon brown. Her eyes were a darker shade of the same color, covered by big round glasses. It was amazing how well it suited her. She wore a cute dress topped with a blazer, and a matching bag and shoes for it.

The other one looked younger by a few years. In contrast, she had this confident air around her. Or at least, my impression of her was. She had long caramel brown hair curled so perfectly and in place. She, too, had brown eyes, and a beautiful face enhanced by light make up. How I wished I also knew how to use makeup. Maybe I'd be as beautiful as her. Not only that, she was sexy, and dressed more maturely—a red fitted dress with a very short skirt, high boots, and fur coat. Although she was really pretty, I thought she was a little—no, she WAS overdressed. Or maybe even that was normal here? Hmmm…

"Senara! You're there!" Ms. Qian Yu greeted me cheerfully when she saw me. She stood up from her seat and welcomed me—as kind as ever. "How have you been? Long time no see. And who's the one—KYAAAAA!!!"

Oh wow. That squeal woke up every nerve inside my body. Ms. Qian Yu was very much surprised. Of course, I understood why. Imagine having one of your co-worker—if that even was the proper term—suddenly bring the son of the company's owner?

"Y-y-young master? K-Kaiden Ma?"

"Ah, yes," Kaiden nodded and smiled, even more to Ms. Qian Yu's shock. He never actually smiled at anyone before. "Nice meeting you, Ms. Qian Yu."

"Oh my goodness, you know me?" Ms. Qian Yu was so happy she let out a sniff. "He's even smiling at me!" she wanted to scream but she just whispered it to me. She looked like a fangirl who finally got to meet her idol.

OMG. Ms. Qian Yu's reaction was hilarious. I couldn't help but laugh at her. Today would definitely be so much fun.