"I invited him in," Angeline interrupted with a comforting smile. "Lenny, you can go back and rest now.""Go. There won't be a next time," Sean said."Noted!" Lenny replied. He turned around and flashed a smile at Angeline before leaving.Sean's phone rang the moment the door closed. Answering the call, he loosened his tie and strode toward the couch. Angeline was perceptive enough to take his jacket and his watch dangling from his fingertips from him. He grabbed her wrist promptly before she could leave. Startled, she stared at him, who was still in the middle of a call. Her heart raced as his gaze fixated on her. As he averted his gaze, she returned hers to his hand that was clasped tightly around her wrist. She had a soft spot for his slender fingers. She could barely stop her heart from hammering her chest. "You can't reduce the budget to expand the R&D center. However, the funding isn't limited, so have Mr. Jenkins handle this independently. That's it."Sean plopped
Sean was jealous of Angeline's past relationship with Ned. His envy for Ned, who received such passionate love from her, overwhelmed him. He wasn't sure whether her love for him weighed more than what she once harbored toward Ned. He felt pathetic for being incapable of mustering up the courage to demand an answer from her, afraid that her answer wouldn't be in his favor. Breathing heavily, he fixed his gaze on her as he devoured her in a kiss. He pinned her down on the couch, exploring every inch of her with fervor. Angeline felt dizzy from the lack of oxygen. Yet, she endured Sean's passionate kiss like a shaky leaf, portraying no intention to reject him. Her submission soothed him and gave him leeway to go further. He finally released her when she was on the brink of suffocating. She panted vigorously as she grasped onto his shirt. Cradling her flushed face, he planted soft kisses on her lips, eyes, and nose, treating her like a precious jewel. "I'm jealous. I envy your
Sean finally released Angeline when she almost ran out of breath. Cupping her cheeks, he pulled her away from him. Angeline's body went limp as she gasped for air. Her face was flushed, and her brain was muddled as she blurted, "I love your jealousy."Her vision blurred from her tears, so she failed to notice his gaze intensifying upon her words. His eyes held a staggering wave of obsession for her. "You're spoiling me," he rasped. The consequences of her confession released the floodgates of his lust for her. A shudder coursed through Angeline as he spoke in her ear. Perhaps she was equally overwhelmed by the situation and had lost all sense of rationale, too.She blurted, "Sean, I want you!"Sean's mind went blank for a second. As a starving predator, it felt like his prey had invited him to devour her.Angeline's consequences that night were foreseeable. She almost thought she'd die in his arms after he carried her into the bedroom. He still had the audacity to tease h
Angeline used to loathe physical contact with men, except when it came to Ned. Yet, she still found it hard to go further than kissing. Things were different with Sean, though. Sharing a passionate kiss and even having sex with a man used to be beyond Angeline's imagination. Traumatized from her past, physical intimacy was agonizing to her. It was easy for Sean to arouse her desire. He enlightened her that sex could be addicting when it was done with the right person. She remembered him saying that he was jealous of her past relationship. Indeed, she had poured all her effort into her relationship with Ned. She'd tried her best, but by a twist of fate, they were separated by a car accident. Perhaps it was fate's way of correcting her. Angeline rinsed her mouth and wiped the foam off her lips. She loved how Sean, who was usually aloof and indifferent, was enthralled by her. She savored the sight of his veins popping as he tried to hold back his emotions.Propping her hands agains
"Mr. Lawson, Ms. Angeline, morning." Lenny was already waiting outside. He took the documents from Angeline swiftly and pressed the elevator button. Angeline and Sean rode the same car to the company. The senior executives, who were waiting for the elevator, greeted them once they emerged from the basement. They both nodded in response.Taylor and Jamie were expecting them outside the elevator. Once they stepped out of the elevator, Taylor and Jamie hurried toward their respective employers and began to brief them about their work schedules. Sean's office was a stone's throw from Angeline's. Before entering her office, she could still hear him instructing Taylor to fetch the finance director. Once she removed her jacket, Jamie took it and hung it aside. "The project proposal Helen sent on Lawson Global's behalf was like what Mr. Reilly said. It's more profitable than the one you sent him. "Mr. Wagler had just sent the latest project proposal this morning. It's a compromise
Angeline passed the materials regarding land No. 3 mentioned by Monica. "Have a look.""Alright." Gary flipped through the pages suspiciously and glanced up. Seeing she was still busy reading through the materials, he asked, "Ms. Lawson, are you going to purchase this land?""It's public knowledge that Scott Incorporated will launch the largest CBD project in Krontos. If I purchase this land, can you draft an agreement based on the most reasonable pricing?""Sure! Although the CBD project is well-known, the detailed plan remains a mystery. The land might appreciate in value, but if it's not one of the core locations, I'm afraid…" Gary faltered. He went silent for a few seconds before adding, "Also, this land was on bid six years ago. Now that news of Scott Incorporated's project has begun circulating, I'm not sure if the landowner will be willing to sell."Monica had shown Angeline the detailed plan before, but she couldn't just bring this matter to light. She could've just
Angeline knew Gary must've informed Sean about her plan when Taylor called for her. She strode into Sean's office. He gestured primly at her to take a seat, and she nodded in response. Seated from across him, she noticed that he was wearing a pair of gold-rimmed glasses. His gaze was fixated on the monitor as he flipped through the documents. "How are you so sure they'll sell you the land? Since the word got out, we've missed the best time to send our proposal. The land's price will surely skyrocket. Judging by the fact that Scott Incorporated is willing to circulate the news, they are confident in securing the deal even though it has yet to be closed.""Scott Incorporated is in charge of the largest CBD project in Krontos, and Ms. Lara's assistant leaked the news." Angeline had performed a thorough investigation. "But you're right. Scott Incorporated and the company that owns the land have begun the purchase deal proceedings. However, the real owner of that company is Ms. Mon
Sean's desire for Angeline was terrifyingly stronger than he had imagined. He yearned to kiss and touch her skin at every moment of every hour. He craved her warmth and breath incessantly. Angeline held the edge of the large desk with one hand and wrapped her other hand around Sean's neck. Although her body had begun reacting honestly to his kiss, her eyes still shook as she glanced anxiously toward the door. Angeline was afraid that someone would abruptly enter.With a hand on her face, Sean forcefully turned Angeline toward him. Forcing her to look at him, he bit down hard on her lips. "Stay focused," he said in a low tone."I'm afraid that someone will enter…" Angeline faltered uneasily.The scorching heat emitting through the fabric from Sean's sturdy legs caused Angeline to become restless. "No one can enter my office casually." Sean took off his glasses. Holding Angeline by the back of her head, he deepened their kiss. His hands tightened around her waist. Pull