7. Flirting with My Woman

"Don't pay attention to what he says."

After removing Gregory, Arsen began to have a serious conversation with Arianna and Malik. The discussion revolved around the screenplay that Arianna was still working on.

"Each scene must appear natural. I'm not asking for this film to be more fantastic than its predecessor, but at least the profits should be over a hundred percent."

Arianna and Malik swallowed hard. Was Arsen mocking them?

"Why? Can't you do it?"

Arianna and Malik exchanged glances. Malik remained calm as he was accustomed to dealing with people like Arsen. He would ask for the largest share without knowing anything. It was different for Arianna, who was still young and inexperienced.

"We can do it, Mr. Arsen."

"Good, I don't want any failures."

Arsen's gaze shifted to Arianna. The girl's eyes reminded him of someone who had been hovering around him, seeking status.

"For you, can we talk for a moment?"

Arianna became nervous when she was looked at so coldly. Without a sound, she nodded her head, indicating her agreement to have a private conversation with Arsen.

"In that case, I will leave."

Malik understood the awkward situation. He quickly left, not wanting to be a bother between the two of them.

"No need."

Arianna let out a breath she had been holding. She thought they would be alone. Fortunately, Arsen stopped Malik from leaving.

"No need to leave. Voleta and I will go. Let's have lunch together."

Arsen's words left the two of them dumbfounded. But they couldn't refuse. Arsen's words were like commands that had to be obeyed with utmost compliance. In other words, they couldn't refuse.

"In that case, alright."

Arsen left first, while Arianna tidied up some of her presentation files. As she was busy with that, Malik stared at her intently.

"What's the matter, Producer Malik?" Arianna asked, feeling slightly uncomfortable with Malik's meaningful gaze.

"I feel like you will become someone special in Mr. Arsen's heart."

Arianna could only force a bitter smile. How could someone like her stand beside Arsen, who was so high above her? Her appearance this time wasn't embarrassing, but just look at how Arsen reacted when he found out she already had two children at home. Ordinary people would retreat if they knew. Let alone someone like Arsen.

"You're exaggerating."

Arianna quickly escaped. She was afraid of being teased again by Producer Malik, who had no sense of place and time.

Passing by several cubicles, Malik's staff members looked at Arianna with various expressions. The men were likely captivated by the beauty of a girl with crystal-clear skin, while the women couldn't help but sneer at her.

Among the many women and screenplay writers, only Arianna had the chance to meet Arsen. Producer Malik also didn't bring many screenplay writers to his office. This indicated how special Arianna was.

"Let's see if the film she wrote can dominate the box office."

"Oh my, I heard every novel she writes becomes a huge hit when released chapter by chapter. But when it comes to films..."

They deliberately left their judgment hanging. Arianna, who overheard their conversation, simply walked on without turning her face. Let her work as best as she could. The success or failure would be determined by various factors.

Walking briskly, Arianna was already waiting for Arsen in the car. At first, she found it hard to accept why she had to get into the car of a billionaire like this. Wouldn't it tarnish her reputation even more?

Many doubted his quality. This time, Arsen seemed to be adding fuel to the fire.

"Just tell me the location of the restaurant, Mr. Nakula. I'll go there by taxi."

"Get in, we can't wait for each other."

Arianna wanted to protest again, but Arsen's icy gaze froze her. Unconsciously, she opened the passenger door next to Arsen.

Initially, Arianna thought Arsen would have a driver. It turned out he was driving his car. So it ended up being just the two of them in the car.

Along the way, not a word was uttered. Arsen was busy driving, while Arianna looked at the streets of her childhood. Everything had changed. No more pampering from her father. No more sternness from her mother.

When they arrived at the Chinese restaurant, Arsen stopped the car.

"Here."

Arianna was slightly surprised. The Zhou's Eat restaurant they were currently visiting was the most famous and expensive Chinese restaurant in the city.

The prices must be so high. Arianna had some doubts. She tightly gripped her bag, which only contained ordinary things. Before anything happened, she was already destined to go bankrupt.

"What are you waiting for?"

With her head held high, Arianna reluctantly followed Arsen. The man led her to the VIP room with the most expensive service fee there. In front of the door was the name Arsenio Nakula.

Previously, Arianna had heard that this restaurant could have an entire room for private use. Of course, at a very high rental price. It was commensurate with the facilities, comfort, and privacy offered.

"Just relax, besides Chinese food, they also serve Greek cuisine here. Order whatever you like."

Arsen's hoarse voice sounded. He was sincerely offering the best deal to Arianna.

"I'll go with your menu. I won't choose any food, and I don't have any allergies."

Arsen raised an eyebrow slightly. This woman didn't even look at the menu at all. It was as if she wasn't interested in the delicious food the waiters would serve. From the beginning, Arsen saw this girl differently. There seemed to be a natural attraction between them.

Arsen mentioned a few menu items to the waiter. They waited in silence. Arianna, who didn't know what to discuss, could only keep her head down.

Unlike Arianna, Arsen deeply observed the girl's face. Arianna's petite face was very pleasant to look at. Instead of getting bored, the more Arsen looked, the more he felt addicted.

"Actually, why did you invite me for lunch, Mr. Nakula?"

Unable to bear Arsen's piercing gaze, Arianna dared to ask.

"Do you have any siblings?"

This question sounded uncomfortable. Arianna was reminded of Sharon, who had said last night that they shouldn't get to know each other.

"No. My father only had me as his child."

This answer was certainly not a lie. It was true that Arianna was the only child from her father's seed. While her mother did have two children, Sharon being the older sister who didn't acknowledge the existence of her step-sister.

"Oh, I see."

"Why are you asking that?"

"Just curious."

"Look, Grandma. See, Daddy, is on a date with the woman I like. He's flirting with my woman."

The VIP room's door suddenly opened. There was a grown woman whose hand was being pulled and tugged by a little child.

The child's lips pouted, and his hands were folded in front of his chest, looking incredibly cute. Instead of feeling panicked, Arianna found herself amused by the behavior of the little child.

"Auntie, didn't I tell you that you can only be with me?"

"Gregory!"

Arsen's voice thundered across the room, making the frightened child whimper.

"Arsen, you shouldn't yell at Gregory like this."

Jane, who initially felt guilty for indulging her grandson and allowing him to barge into the VIP room, became annoyed with herself. Arsen, for the sake of a woman, had the heart to yell at his child until he cried out of fear.

"Well, what should I do, Mom? You better take Gregory home. I'm discussing business matters with Voleta."

Jane's gaze shifted towards Arianna, looking at the girl who was slightly bowing her head. Jane's gaze seemed enchanted as Arianna lifted her face.

"You..."

"Allow me to introduce myself, Mrs. Voleta is my pen name. I'm a writer."

Jane nodded and accepted the girl's outstretched hand. She started to feel a sense of unease when their skin touched. It was a feeling reminiscent of when she used to hold Gregory in the past.

Arianna's face also felt familiar to Jane. It was as if she had known this girl for a long time, although it was difficult to understand where they had met.

"Jane, Arsenio's mother."

Jane's voice was so gentle as if she were the Goddess of Gentleness. Arianna, being a woman herself, felt enchanted by her.

"Well then, continue your business conversation. I'll take Gregory with me."

"No, Grandma! Daddy isn't discussing business matters with Miss Ari. He's going to steal my woman."

Gregory struggled in Jane's embrace, causing a headache for his grandmother, who had to take him away immediately.

"Gregory! Obey GrandMa, or you won't be allowed to play on the computer for a week."

Arsen's firmness calmed his son down. After that, Gregory obediently left the room, leaving the two of them in silence with the almost cold food on the waiter's trolley.