23. The Hidden Beauty

“Have you ever imagined how I was able to beat the Special Military Squad at the Hilltop Bar within ten minutes? I can assure you that the security at the Walter International Conglomerates would not pose a threat to me.”

She paused, and looked at the CEO, who was speechless, and continued, “Let me inform you of this. You will take part in a Perfumery Competition tomorrow. Right?”

Now, Alfred’s eyes shone brightly, as though they would pop out of their sockets. Then, Hazel laughed sarcastically, and asked again, “If I can unravel the secret behind your sinus, and nasal disorder…”

Instantly, Alfred, who was struggling to be himself, was embittered, and he felt intimidated, and stood up at once from his couch. Nevertheless, his intimidating height scared Hazel out of her wits, but she still had faith in her spell. Then he interrupted her by screaming, “Stop.”

Instantly, his strong hand grabbed her throat, and she lost her eloquence immediately.

“You have been spying on me, and gatheri