15

Giovanni Haynes

Dining in such a small diner was not typically my scene, but I couldn't complain since Ciara had chosen it. I waited for her on the patio, surrounded by palm trees and watching the vehicles pass by. I must say, it was a very calm and comfortable environment.

“Cousin, I’m telling you, that woman is crazy! You should take a break for a while,” Mateo says on the other line.

"I'm beginning to think you're right. I've overlooked her mischievous and vindictive behavior for far too long."

"I can't believe she had the audacity to threaten sweet Heather," Mateo said, his voice laced with disbelief. I chuckled at his statement, sensing the gravity beneath his humor; Miss Lambert was truly unlike any woman he’d ever dated. Yet, that never stopped him from flirting shamelessly with her every time he walked into the office.

"So when can we discuss my percent in Anton Industry?" Mateo asked, shifting the conversation.

"Not anytime soon," I assured him, my focus dri