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The Face Behind The Mask

Author: TenTen
last update Last Updated: 2024-11-02 23:52:54

“What is the offer about?" I asked him, curious to know more.

“Relax, princess!” He said, and I got irritated by his repeated use of princess.

“Alright! Let's get this straight! Ain't no princess! So I will appreciate it if you don't call me that again” I said, frowning my face.

“As you wish, SexyRed!” He said, raising his hands up as a sign of surrender.

“Alright, what is your offer?”

“Well…my friend's business is in need of an assistant and I would like you to work with him” He said, carefully weighing each words. Leaning towards me a little bit, he paused to hear my response.

“Why me? And what kind of business do your friend operate?”

“First of all, it's a legit company, not some kind of mafia business or that kind, so relax. Secondly, you don't belong here, SexyRed! I have been here twice, and I have watched how well coordinated you are! You are smart and intelligent and it's a waste here. If you work for him, your pay is attractive and accomodation is also guaranteed” He said a
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