More Than A Favor

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I glanced at Alex, who was still staring at the screen, seemingly lost in thought. Without hesitation, I decided to ask, “Do you have a friend named Ashton, Mr. Hall?”

“Hmm? What did you say?” Alex turned to look at me, his expression blank.

It wasn’t clear if he truly hadn’t heard me or was pretending not to understand.

“Do you have a friend named Ashton?” I repeated.

“Ashton?” Alex echoed, shaking his head. “No, who is that?” He smiled, maintaining eye contact, but I could sense the subtle evasion in his gaze.

I forced a polite smile. “The tough man you mentioned earlier, Mr. Hall.”

Does such a person exist? What’s your relationship with this tough

casual words, I added with a faint smile, “You seem quite interested in this tough friend of mine. Would you like me to introduce you

is it convenient?” Alex hesitated, his reluctance unmistakable.

not convenient?” I asked deliberately, keeping my gaze steady on him.

there was a flicker of unease in his expression. “It’s just that I’m concerned about… misunderstandings. Your friend from yesterday seemed to have

the

last name Drake? What’s his

composure faltered slightly. “I… do…” His words stumbled out awkwardly. “I call him Stephen.” “Oh? How old is he?” I continued, my tone

old, but not young either. He’s in

nodded lightly, pretending to take the information in stride. “Is it possible for me to

of surprise and unease flashing across his

leaning in just slightly. “Mr. Hall, you mentioned he doesn’t have a girlfriend, and I happen to be

I didn’t expect you to be so… direct. You’re really playing

me a thumbs–up, trying to cover his obvious

good men in this world,” I said lightly, teasing him. “If there’s a chance to meet someone suitable, why shouldn’t

shifted uncomfortably but managed to agree. “Yes, yes. Ms. Hart,

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