Chapter 113

Joyce's POV

Adrian's bargaining skills were outstanding. I was amazed at how well he handled the whole situation, regardless of the man named Luis's refusal.

I had noticed Luis’s lewd gaze lingering on me but chose to ignore it, pretending not to see. I couldn't say the same for Adrian because he must have picked up on it, which instantly soured his mood, causing his tone and manner to shift, taking on a sharp edge.

He boldly threw his demands at Luis. The Lopez family's reputation depended on Adrian's decision, so Luis's father made the right decision by agreeing to Adrian's demands.

I couldn't deny the great admiration I felt for him. During the meeting, I was completely taken as I followed his outline, tracing every detail of his facial expressions. When the meeting ended, he nearly caught me staring, but I managed to avert my gaze just in time.

"Let’s go, Joyce," he said, his voice smooth and irresistibly alluring, a stark contrast to the icy tone he had used during the meeting, wh