He extended his hand to Riley Perry. "Ms. Perry, a pleasure working with you."
Riley Perry: "…A pleasure working with you."
'Ugh, "Ms. Perry"? Since when did I become a teacher?'
'It was all because I was momentarily captivated by his good looks.'
Best Actor Hughes was amused by her vexed expression and let out a sudden smile. This wasn't his usual professional, fake grin. It was genuine, natural, and so brilliant it seemed to make his entire being light up.
A few people nearby glanced in their direction. Samuel Hughes lowered his gaze slightly, hiding the smile. When he looked up again, his expression had returned to normal, making one wonder if that smile had just been an illusion.
