Chapter 13

Yasmine was already waiting for Vespera at the practice range.

She wore a pastel yellow sports dress that hugged her curves. Her voluminous waves cascaded effortlessly over her shoulders, exuding a perfect blend of youthful charm and seductive allure.

As soon as she saw Vespera, Yasmine sighed in exasperation. "Ugh, you might as well wrap your whole neck up while you're at it."

Vespera smiled lightly. "I'm here for a job opportunity."

She didn't think there was anything wrong with her outfit-a sky-blue sportswear set, her hair pulled into a sleek high ponytail, and a touch of natural makeup. It was clean, professional, and appropriate.

"Vera, men are visual creatures."

"If Dominic just wanted a pretty secretary, that position wouldn't still be open."

Yasmine playfully poked her. "Being beautiful and being competent aren't mutually exclusive. Lucky for you, I bought a spare outfit. We're about the same size, so you're wearing this."

Before Vespera could protest, Yasmine grabbed her and dragged her into the fitting room, practically shoving her into the new outfit.

Since she was counting on Yasmine to introduce her, Vespera couldn't exactly refuse the favor.

When she walked out, she had transformed into a total knockout.

A white sleeveless crop top paired with a black pleated mini-skirt hugged every curve, accentuating her toned figure. Her long, sculpted legs stretched out endlessly, a vision that could make any man lose his mind.

"Oh my God—" Yasmine gasped dramatically, covering her mouth.

"Vespera, you've been hiding all this? Luke is an absolute idiot for not

appreciating what he had. And Tina? What the hell does she have that you don't?"

Vespera pretended not to hear the last part.

She frowned at her reflection, feeling uneasy. Dressed like this, it would be easy for Dominic to assume she was trying to seduce him.

"Yasmine, I don't know if..."

"Shh..." Yasmine silenced her with a finger, then fished her phone from her purse and answered the call.

Mr. Clarke? Oh, you and Mr. Reid are already there? Great! We'll be right

had no choice but to go along with

Vespera asked, "Yasmine, have

Christmas party. Back then, he was still a kid-pale, chubby, and ridiculously cute. But he moved overseas

"I see..."

help but picture a steaming, fluffy bun. The

open green appeared

two men stood engaged in conversation, both dressed in sportswear. Vespera's gaze landed on one of them, and her breath caught in her throat. The man in the deep

an all-white athletic set. Broad shoulders, a tapered waist, and an air of

he turned slightly, the sunlight kissed the sculpted lines of his face, casting sharp shadows

vision blurred

the man standing beside him

"Dominic!"

kid. How did he grow

"This is bad."

him at first sight? Completely swept

than if she had burst

came to

who had been deep in conversation, finally

waved them over with a friendly smile, his eyes flickering with appreciation when they landed

of surprise crossed his gaze before it was replaced with a cold, distant indifference, a wall that made it clear he

led Vespera toward

Vespera figured she might as well give it her best shot, no matter how slim her

"Mr. Clarke, Mr. Reid."

Dominic. "This is my best friend, Vespera Gildon. She came today

on edge, but she

was wondering why the lovely Ms. Gildon would suddenly show up

turning to Dominic. Keeping her voice composed and professional, she said, "Mr. Reid, it's a pleasure

her mouth, she realized

betrayed her. "Pleasure to meet me?" Dominic's deep,

she was seconds away from losing it. She pretended not to hear the underlying meaning in his words and

a brief moment of silence before she looked at him, a hint of apprehension and silent pleading

"Just go along with it,

what she was thinking. His lips curved slightly, amusement

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