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We spent the next few hours looking around the property. There was a small lake at the back, shining under the moonlight. We sat on the dock with our feet hanging over the water."I come here when things get too hard," Oliver broke the silence. "It's my safe place."I just stared at my feet splashing in the water. The water was dark because of the dim area where we were, but I felt something nibbling at my foot.It's good to get rid of my ingrown toenail."I thought rich guys like you don't have problems," I said without looking, enjoying the ticklish feeling on my foot.A laugh escaped his lips, but it lacked its usual warmth. That's when I looked at him. He held a small rock and threw it into the water. My forehead creased as I remembered something from this scene. It felt like deja vu."Not all wealthy people are happy. Well, yeah. I'm just enjoying what I have but–" He paused, shaking his head as if to clear his thoughts. "Oops! Why am I being so dramatic?!"I frowned slightly, tak
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I pulled my hand back and took a step back. "You're not in love, Oliver.""Why does my heart beat faster when I'm with you? Isn't that love?" he countered."It's only beating because you're still alive. Don't be surprised when it stops," I retorted.He gave me a glare. "You really are a useless conversationalist sometimes!"I grinned like a dog. "At least you're happy when you're with me, right?""You're so shameless!"I just laughed at him and began to stand up. "I guess I will be leaving. It's getting late."He stood up as well and brushed off his seat. "I'll go with you. I'm going home too."We left without saying anything further. He followed behind me, but he didn't immediately get into his car and just stood outside. I glanced back through the open door."Why are you standing here?" I asked.He scratched his head. "I just... I just want to check if you get in your car safely."I was taken aback by his response. I didn't like what he said, so I went back outside and closed the do
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"What's this supposed to mean, Oliver?" I asked coldly.Oliver approached me and stood beside where I was standing. "You said you'd only eat here, so I decided we'd eat together here. I ordered different kinds of foods so you can choose, and of course, we'll share it with anyone here."Everyone who heard started whispering excitedly, seeming happy about Oliver's offer because lunch was now free for them, but I wasn't pleased. I will never be happy about this. I massage my temples; he's trying his luck to flirt with me. I'm not into this."Thanks Oliver! These dishes look expensive," one of the cast members, Amore, remarked, looking at the food laid out. "Wait, I recognize these. Did you buy everything on the menu?" She asked in surprise.Oliver pursed his lips while shrugging his shoulders. "Small things, Amore. They're all from your cousin's restaurant.""Really? Did you get a discount for this? Aren't the dishes there expensive?""I don't do discounts," he replied with a grin, then
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"Deal?""Yes, you want to court me, right? Then, I'll give you a chance if you win this deal."He hesitated for a moment. "Alright, I'm listening. What's the deal?"I looked him straight in the eyes. "If you want to court me, then you have to prove that you're sincere and capable of change. You must track down every woman from your past whom you've hurt or wronged. You must apologize to each one of them sincerely, and if possible, make amends. You need to clear your reputation as a famous actor by showing genuine remorse and taking responsibility for your actions."His brows furrowed slightly, clearly taken aback. I know he will never agree to this, or maybe he can't because it will damage his pride. Will he apologize to all the women he hurt? I don't even know how many they are, but I know there are many. He talks too much.He blinked. "That sounds like a lot..."See? He will never do it."It is," I affirmed firmly. "But if you truly want to pursue a relationship with me, you'll have
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"Are you the representative of Vintner? I thought it was the CEO?" I couldn't help but be surprised. Even here, we're going to see each other? Fate works in mysterious ways."I am the CEO. Isn't it obvious?" He said arrogantly.I still couldn't speak and just stared at him. He grinned at me, so I quickly looked away. Damn, why do I always avoid eye contact? He might assume something again."Sit down, Mr. Laurent," I said casually. I shouldn't let my personal feelings hinder my work. What? Personal feelings, huh? Gross.He sat down, still with that smile on his face. It's almost like I can sense you following me, Oliver. I hope it's really not."So, why are you here? What's your agenda?" I asked without any hesitation.He leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms. "I'm here to discuss a potential investment in Nexus Enterprises."Investment? That caught my attention. "Why would Vintner Corporation be interested in investing in a bankrupt company like ours?"He leaned against my desk,
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I sighed slightly, unsure if I should still wait for him. But in the end, I decided not to waste any more time and got into my car. I adjusted my mirrors and started the engine. I glanced at the mirror to see Oliver behind me. I didn't really want to wait for him anymore, but I hesitated. I drove off, and I saw him following me until I reached the outside of my condo building. When I got out, he quickly followed and approached me."Do you live here?" he asked.I grabbed my bag and just glanced at him. I took my time adjusting my belongings."Why? Do one of your girls live here?" I asked casually.He went silent, so I looked at him. He wasn't even looking at me anymore, and I knew from his reaction. He was too obvious."It's better that you're here, right? Or are you just chicken?" I challenged him. "Well, it's okay if you don't follow our deal. That's really fine with me."It's actually better that way so I wouldn't have any more problems with him. I knew he would give up eventually.
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I sat quietly on the chair in the meeting room. I knew the board members of the Company were puzzled as to why I had called them again.When I first came here last week, I discovered many things, and what’s frustrating is not knowing why the Company ended up like this.I checked the sales and profits for previous years and one thing is for sure, there is a different transaction every twice a month that isn't included in the company's finances.And I found out that there's a thief inside this company who's been stealing money for a long time, and because the management is clueless, they didn't even realize they were being robbed by someone they trusted.I investigated it and at the same time, encouraged more investors to fund the company, but it's not simple. I want to find a way not to take Oliver's offer, but I'm tempted. It's not bad to become his bodyguard, but I feel like I'm babysitting him. But so far, his offer is the one that gives me the most.I could hear murmurs around me,
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I frowned when I saw what I would wear to the Annual Gala. I disdainfully picked up the red gown and threw it back into its container. I don't want to fucking wear that damn gown! I don't! Even if it kills me!This wasn't what I was supposed to wear, but Jenson sent it to me. He wants us to wear matching colors. I remember that the Annual Gala theme is royal, which is why we're supposed to wear something like this.I would rather wear knight armor than wear a fucking gown!"Ma'am Laci! Your sister is here!" Ellie shouted as she entered the living room where I was.When I turned to the door, my sister was already coming in, and I frowned as I noticed the people with her walking in like pageant contestants, swaying their hips.They stopped near the television, a few steps from the door, and stood with their hands on their hips."Who are they?" I asked."They are professional makeup artists. They're here to fix you u-" she didn't finish because I immediately went into the room and shut t
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"Laci!" Oliver shouted from a distance.I didn't even bother to look back and continued walking, despite tripping several times in my heels. Out of frustration, I violently removed them and threw them in the jerk's direction. What a jerk, flirting around like an idiot!"Fuck!" he cursed. I glanced back and saw that my shoe had hit him square in the face. He glared at me, his face turning bright red.I ignored him and kept walking barefoot toward the taxi stand. I didn't bring my car because Unnie dropped me off earlier. If I had known things would turn out like this, I would've driven myself.Before I could flag down a taxi, Oliver grabbed my arm, but I quickly jerked away and pushed him. "Back off or I'll break your bones," I warned.He tried to approach me again, but I feigned a punch, making him back off."Laci, please..." he said, sounding dejected, which made me frown as I turned away, but he followed me. We must've looked like idiots on the side of the road."Why does this bothe
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I sighed slightly, unsure if I should still wait for him. But in the end, I decided not to waste any more time and got into my car. I adjusted my mirrors and started the engine. I glanced at the mirror to see Oliver behind me. I didn't really want to wait for him anymore, but I hesitated. I drove off, and I saw him following me until I reached the outside of my condo building. When I got out, he quickly followed and approached me."Do you live here?" he asked.I grabbed my bag and just glanced at him. I took my time adjusting my belongings."Why? Do one of your girls live here?" I asked casually.He went silent, so I looked at him. He wasn't even looking at me anymore, and I knew from his reaction. He was too obvious."It's better that you're here, right? Or are you just chicken?" I challenged him. "Well, it's okay if you don't follow our deal. That's really fine with me."It's actually better that way so I wouldn't have any more problems with him. I knew he would give up eventually.
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"Are you the representative of Vintner? I thought it was the CEO?" I couldn't help but be surprised. Even here, we're going to see each other? Fate works in mysterious ways."I am the CEO. Isn't it obvious?" He said arrogantly.I still couldn't speak and just stared at him. He grinned at me, so I quickly looked away. Damn, why do I always avoid eye contact? He might assume something again."Sit down, Mr. Laurent," I said casually. I shouldn't let my personal feelings hinder my work. What? Personal feelings, huh? Gross.He sat down, still with that smile on his face. It's almost like I can sense you following me, Oliver. I hope it's really not."So, why are you here? What's your agenda?" I asked without any hesitation.He leaned back in his chair, crossing his arms. "I'm here to discuss a potential investment in Nexus Enterprises."Investment? That caught my attention. "Why would Vintner Corporation be interested in investing in a bankrupt company like ours?"He leaned against my desk,
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I pulled my hand back and took a step back. "You're not in love, Oliver.""Why does my heart beat faster when I'm with you? Isn't that love?" he countered."It's only beating because you're still alive. Don't be surprised when it stops," I retorted.He gave me a glare. "You really are a useless conversationalist sometimes!"I grinned like a dog. "At least you're happy when you're with me, right?""You're so shameless!"I just laughed at him and began to stand up. "I guess I will be leaving. It's getting late."He stood up as well and brushed off his seat. "I'll go with you. I'm going home too."We left without saying anything further. He followed behind me, but he didn't immediately get into his car and just stood outside. I glanced back through the open door."Why are you standing here?" I asked.He scratched his head. "I just... I just want to check if you get in your car safely."I was taken aback by his response. I didn't like what he said, so I went back outside and closed the do
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We spent the next few hours looking around the property. There was a small lake at the back, shining under the moonlight. We sat on the dock with our feet hanging over the water."I come here when things get too hard," Oliver broke the silence. "It's my safe place."I just stared at my feet splashing in the water. The water was dark because of the dim area where we were, but I felt something nibbling at my foot.It's good to get rid of my ingrown toenail."I thought rich guys like you don't have problems," I said without looking, enjoying the ticklish feeling on my foot.A laugh escaped his lips, but it lacked its usual warmth. That's when I looked at him. He held a small rock and threw it into the water. My forehead creased as I remembered something from this scene. It felt like deja vu."Not all wealthy people are happy. Well, yeah. I'm just enjoying what I have but–" He paused, shaking his head as if to clear his thoughts. "Oops! Why am I being so dramatic?!"I frowned slightly, tak
