Chapter 107
fan didn’t get angry at the bite, en fact, he seemed to relish the pain as he touched the broken skin
with a devil may care park ying at theers of his mouth
Jut them, a low chuckle tickled his ears Roger sauntered over from a short distance away his face
sporting an meaningful grin.
se go if you’re so reluctant, huh? Roger teased. “Didn’t you know Anders has had a thing for her for
years? What if he just snatches her away. Are you really okay with that?”
tan fished a cigarette from his pocket and lit it with a casual flick of his lighter. The flickering me
entuated his sharp features. He took a few deep drags, his half smile carrying a note of
challenge. “Who says she can be taken that easily!”
Roger threw a yful jab in his direction. “For the love of Pete, you’re too cocksure! Who gave you
that confidence? With that, Roger shook his head and walked away
ra and Anders, through sheer talent and drive,nded two big clients that very night. They also
managed to invite a host of high society figures to theirw firm’s grand opening. Though the
evening was saturated with champagne toasts and spirited conversations, the real bounty was in
the connections made.
When the grand opening arrived, ra was the belle of the ball. Mr. Marco had summoned many
legal luminaries, parading ra around with unbridled pride “Meet my star pupil,” he’d announce to
the attendees. “She’s joining the legal fray, so watch out!”
guests were many of Mr. Marco’s protégés. Upon seeing ra, dozens flocked to her, sparking
conversations and adding their contacts to ra’s phone. Soon, ra was a member of several
legal group
chats
Standing in the hub of activity, ra was radiant, her smile genuine and her eyes sparkling with an
rilliance. This was a side of hern had not seen before, she waspetent as his executive
sure, but never had her eyes shone so bright.
“Why”n wondered, would she choose to be the executive secretary at Hayes Corporation when
she clearly thrived in the legal world?
knew very little about ra. He was unaware of her deep–sea phobia, the storms she had
weathered, and the reasons she stayed by his side
From the doorway, he watched her radiant smile, feeling a pang of something akin to heartburn.
It was then Mr. Marco spotted him. Quick as a sh, he ushered ra towardn. “My dear, have
you met this gentleman before? Marco said, his voice light with jest “He’s a big shot in Northbridge.
If you ever need anything, go to him. If he doesn’t help, I’ll tan his hide”
ra hadn’t expectedn to be invited. Though surprised, she maintained herposure and gave
lan a slight nod of acknowledgment “Wee, Mr. Hayes. I look forward to your esteemed
company in the future
Mr. Marcoughed and ppedn on the shoulder. “You rascal, asking you for a favor is a
compliment What more sincerify do you need?”
Mr. Marco’s eyes bulged at the prospect of such a lucrative arrangement. “Alright, name your terms
of
tan didn’t get angry at the bite; in fact, he seemed to relish the pain as he touched the broken
skin with a devil–may–care smirk ying at the corners of his mouth,
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Just then, a low chuckle tickled his ears, Roger sauntered over from a short distance away, his
face sporting an meaningful grin.
“Why let her go if you’re so reluctant, huh?” Roger teased. “Didn’t you know Anders has had a
thing for her for years? What if he just snatches her away. Are you really okay with that?”
Roger threw a yful jab in his direction. “For the love of Pete, you’re too cocksure! Who gave you
that confidence? With that, Roger shook his head and walked away.
ra and Anders, through sheer talent and drive,nded two big clients that very night. They also
managed to invite a host of high–society figures to theirw firm’s grand opening. Though the
evening was saturated with champagne toasts and spirited conversations, the real bounty was in
the connections made.
When the grand opening arrived, ra was the belle of the ball. Mr. Marco had summoned many
legal luminaries, parading ra around with unbridled pride. “Meet my star pupil,” he’d announce to
the attendees. “She’s joining the legal fray, so watch out!”
Among the guests were many of Mr. Marco’s protégés. Upon seeing ra, dozens flocked to her,
sparking conversations and adding their contacts to ra’s phone. Soon, ra was a member of
several legal group
chats.
Standing in the hub of activity, ra was radiant, her smile genuine and her eyes sparkling with an
unfamiliar brilliance. This was a side of hern had not seen before; she waspetent as his
executive secretary, sure, but never had her eyes shone so bright.
“Why,”n wondered, “would she choose to be the executive secretary at Hayes Corporation when
she clearly thrived in the legal world?”
From the doorway, he watched her radiant smile, feeling a pang of something akin to heartburn.
It was then Mr. Marco spotted him. Quick as a sh, he ushered ra towardn. “My dear, have
you met this gentleman before?” Marco said, his voice light with jest. “He’s a big shot in
Northbridge. If you ever need anything, go to him. If he doesn’t help, I’ll tan his hide.”
ra hadn’t expectedn to be invited. Though surprised, she maintained herposure and gave
lan a slight nod of acknowledgment. “Wee, Mr. Hayes. I look forward to your esteemed
company in the future.”
Mr. Marcoughed and ppedn on the shoulder. “You rascal, asking you for a favor is a
compliment. What more sincerity do you need?”
Mr. Marco’s eyes bulged at the prospect of such a lucrative arrangement. “Alright, name your
terms of
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sincerity; let’s see if we can meet them,” he said eagerly.
Nonchnt as ever,n picked up a ss of wine and said offhandedly, “Tonight, when the ball
dancing begins, Attorney ra must dance exclusively with me.”