Rejected No More: I Am Way Out Of Your League, Darling!

Chapter 1395:

With that, she shook her head again and walked away, leaving Nikolas standing frozen far longer than he would have expected.

Nikolas remained motionless, his eyes fixed on the scene before him. He noticed Alexander lingering long after the meeting had adjourned, clearly waiting for his moment. Rather than leave with the others, Alexander approached Daniela, wearing what he believed was an irresistible smile.

“Daniela, what a surprise. I didn’t expect our reunion to happen through a business meeting,” Alexander said, tugging at the sleeve of his tailored suit—a look evidently chosen by Hamilton’s assistant down to the last cufflink.

Confidence radiated from him as he leaned in slightly, hoping to catch her eye and charm his way into familiarity.

Daniela lifted her head and glanced at him with cool neutrality. “The meeting is over. If you’re still here, I assume there’s a reason.”

clipped tone. “Well, I was hoping you’d join me for

“You’re not in high school. Don’t tell me

watched as Alexander’s confident grin

documents before her. “Do you honestly think this partnership happened because of you? If it weren’t for

expression was stunning—bright enough to disarm most men—but her words carried a bite sharp enough to cut through bone. “I have no interest in exchanging pleasantries with you. I suggest you don’t entertain any expectations from me beyond work. If you don’t want to look foolish, keep things strictly professional and avoid lunch invitations. Want to know why?” A wicked smile curled

he had been the one standing across from Daniela,

His pride urged him to walk away, but something about her—her poise, her brilliance, the sheer force of her presence—held him

new on

this close to Daniela. The ache of missing her had become a dull, constant companion, and he despised himself