Falling For My Ex's Dad by Oma Green

Chapter 9

Gabriel’s POV

Chapter 9: Caught Between Business And Desire

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* I pushed open my office door, feeling the tightness in my chest grow as I began pacing. I knew I was about to stir things up, and there was no going back. The team’s presentations had been impressive, making the decision tough, but I’d already made up my mind. There was no need for a shortlist or further debate–I had chosen my winner.

Clairessa Hartwood.

Her presentation stood out, easily outshining Nicole’s–the friend Adrian had introduced me to, asking me to consider her app since she worked at the company.

I hadn’t yet placed Nicole on the team, wanting her to go head–to–head with whoever I chose as a final candidate. It was meant to be a favor to Adrian. Her idea for a global financial payment platform was solid bor posed too many challenges for Storm Innovations at this point. We needed something revolutionary but manageable, Clairessa’s app, on the other hand, had the potential to reshape the business landscape.

It was clear I had to drop Nicole.

Adrian wouldn’t be pleased, but this was business, not a playground for personal favors. Clairessa’s app was a game changer, and I was ready to back it, even though a part of me resisted the idea of working so closely with her. I had been avoiding her for the past three months. She wasn’t just a pretty face–she was a first–class software engineering graduate, the complete package of beauty and brains. Every time I saw her, something primal stirred inside me, tempting me to break the rules I had set for myself.

But nothing could happen between us. I didn’t get involved with younger women, especially not those who worked for me. My rules were clear, and no matter how much I wanted her, I had to stay in control. Part of me considered taking the safer route with Nicole, but I couldn’t deny the truth–Clairessa’s app was exceptional.

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Chapter 9: Caught Between Business And Desire

I had been in this business long enough to recognize real potential when I saw it. This project could take months, maybe even a year to complete, and resisting her during that time was going to be difficult. But I was determined to stay professional, no matter how much my body desired her.

I paged Sandy.

“Hi, Sandy, there’s no need for a shortlist of candidates. I’ve made my decision.”

asked, eagerness in her

her an email. I need to meet with her

And if I may, I believe she’s the right choice.”

replied, sinking into my chair. As I sat there, I wondered if I’d made the best decision for the company–or if I’d just opened a door to complications I didn’t need.

later, my morning meetings were finished. I checked my schedule–it was time for my noon

the intercom. “Mr. Storm, Miss Hartwood is here for her meeting. Shall

the city. I heard the door open and her footsteps approach my desk, but I kept my back turned, letting the silence stretch between us.

me?” Her voice was soft, but there was a tremor beneath it that I couldn’t ignore. I slowly

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Her makeup was subtle, far different from the woman I remembered from that night. It took

face.

it me making her anxiqus, or was it the news of her app? I decided

Hartwood,” I said, my tone stern, clasping my hands on the

her eyes wide

my voice even, withholding the fact that she was the only candidate I’d chosen. I didn’t want her thinking she was picked because of that night.

smile fading almost as soon as

just a curt thanks. Didn’t she realize the opportunity I was offering her? Anger flared up inside me at her lack of

sir?” she asked, her tone detached. I waved her off, dismissing her, but something in her attitude caught my attention. She walked halfway to the door before turning back and marching toward my desk. I leaned back, intrigued by her boldness.

don’t

control, remaining silent as I watched

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I know very well you’re the man from the club who…”

for her to finish, but she didn’t. Instead, she glared at me, her eyes blazing. “Didn’t that night mean nothing to you?” she questioned, her voice low

In all honesty, I wanted a redo. I wanted her sober to feel what

gaze dropped to her breasts pushing against the fabric of her dress. I

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