Chapter: 215

“I'll just change my outfit. Give me a minute, please," she observed.

Kaitlin retreated to the lounge and switched into a casual look, complete with a sun hat.

She shifted from a formidable business executive to a relaxed and amiable figure.

"Your outfit doesn't quite fit the bill. How about we shop for some casual wear together?" she proposed.

Shawn consented, "Lead the way."

They headed to his car, which was parked at the entrance, drawing slight attention as they left.

Quintin lingered in the doorway of the break room, his look tinged with melancholy.

Phoebe, passing by, gave his shoulder a reassuring pat. "It's just a big client, Quintin. No need to be so jealous."

Quintin cast his eyes downward, offering no reply. As a man, he felt he had a grasp on the typical male mindset.

The way Shawn regarded Kaitlin didn't sit right with him.

Perhaps it was admiration, or maybe it was just Kaitlin's undeniable charm.

Either way, it put Quintin on edge.

Between her ex-husband and now this influential newcomer, it was hard for him to find peace.

He turned and strode into the office while Phoebe sighed, shaking her head.

"Young people today have no patience."

Meanwhile, Kaitlin, oblivious to the office dynamics, was at a mall with Shawn, helping him choose some casual wear.

Once he dressed down, Shawn's usually sharp edge seemed to soften considerably.

“Ms. Gilbert, may I inquire why you suggested these casual clothes?"

Shawn asked, a hint of curiosity in his tone. “Are we about to get some exercise?"

Kaitlin shook her head. "Mr. Murphy, if you want to unwind, it's best to do so both physically and mentally. A suit just holds you back. Isn't this better? You look more accessible like this Shawn paused to consider her words, then nodded. "Ms. Gilbert, your insights are truly astute."

"There's no need for such formality—just Kaitlin will do."

"Kaitlin," Shawn called out with ease.

Kaitlin blinked, surprised by his straightforwardness, which opened a pathway for her to forge a closer connection.

Securing Shawn as a key client would undoubtedly smooth the path for future cooperation.