Chapter 15 As the taxi stopped before the villa entrance , Shirley froze slightly at the ornate decorations on the doorplate . She'd assumed the address meant an ordinary apartment , never expecting a private courtyard villa . Not only was the setting tranquil , but it also had an enormous balcony . Shirley pushed the door open with her luggage , sunlight flooding the room . The room was clearly kept clean , not a speck of dust in sight . Shirley tidied up the bedroom and hung some clothes from her suitcase in the closet . When she lay down on the soft bed , her phone lit up with a message . Barbara said she'd take her out to eat tomorrow . Shirley immediately replied okay before setting her phone aside . A stack of books sat on the bedside shelf . Out of habit , she picked one up and read until she drifted off to sleep . Sunlight streamed onto the pillow when Shirley woke . Staring at the unfamiliar decor and layout , she wasn't quite used to it yet . The alarm clock by the bed showed 6:30 , a whole two hours earlier than her wake - up time at the Mitchell Family . The reflection in the mirror still bore faint dark circles under her eyes , yet her spirits felt noticeably brighter . 0.00 % 00:30 Chapter 15 288 Vouchers Around noon , as she applied lipstick before the mirror , Barbara's message popped up . " I'm downstairs - let's go eat ! " When the steamy warmth of the restaurant washed over her , Shirley stopped in her tracks . " I know you're not used to the raw food here . " Barbara picked up a slice of Sliced Beef and dipped it into the pot . " Try this , authentic spicy flavor ! " Shirley bit into the Salmon fillet coated in sesame oil and garlic paste . The familiar numbing spice tingled her taste buds , and her eyes stung with tears . " Let's get down to business . " Barbara wiped her mouth . " Can you start today ? A major client the day after tomorrow insists on working with someone Chinese . I'm swamped , and others aren't reliable … Hence this Creamy Tuscan Pasta bribe . " Barbara winked at her while speaking . " Why me ? " Shirley set down her fork . " Because you're Shirley ! " Barbara poked her forehead . " That person who managed to win over the toughest professor in three days back then couldn't handle a client ? He's always been in design , quite eccentric , specifically requested no foreigners . I've thought it through - you're the perfect fit . " 31.78 % 00:30 11 Ne GD ON Chapter 15 288 Vouchers " And knowing your personality , you wouldn't even argue with him . " Barbara spoke earnestly . Shirley glanced at the meal she'd have to pay for and finally nodded . After several days in the Netherlands , Shirley gradually adjusted to the local climate . On the appointed day , she spent hours shopping with Barbara , picking out work - appropriate outfits and accessories . When she pulled out her phone to pay , Barbara stopped her hand . " How could I let you pay for helping me ? " Shirley's lips curved upward . " You're so generous ! " As dusk fell , the other party sent a restaurant address . Following the navigation instructions , the two headed toward the meeting spot . Watching Shirley ascend the stairs , Barbara wildly gestured encouragement from below , leaving Shirley not knowing whether to laugh or cry . The moment Shirley pushed open the private dining room door , her footsteps froze . That silhouette felt vaguely familiar , as if she'd seen it somewhere before . The man standing against the light by the floor - to - ceiling windows slowly turned around , a gentle smile in his eyes just like at the airport . 62.23 % 00.30 Chapter 15 288 Vouchers " So it's you . We meet again . " The man extended his hand . " I'm Jesse Roberts , CEO of Starlight International . Pleasure working with you . " Shirley clasped the calloused hand , its warmth feeling unreal . A knowing smile flickered in Jesse's eyes , as if he'd anticipated this reunion all along .