The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

Chapter 40

Chapter 40

Had I not seen him just minutes earlier, I would have never guessed this man was some sort of king of the battlefield.

“No, Mr. Kenway. The pleasure is all mine. Sorry to disturb your work,” I replied.

I had instinctively addressed him as “Mr. Kenway” again–how could I not when I was reminded of the difference

in status between us?

Michael swiftly tidied up the table and tucked the documents under his arm before leaving

1 feigned ignorance,

“Have you finished designing my shirt?” he asked, snapping me out of my daze.

The words I wanted to say caught in my throat.

Soren could tell I was hesitant and asked patiently, “Is my mother giving you trouble?”

“No!” I replied quickly.

I hadn’t brought any drafts with me, and I had nothing to discuss regarding his clothes!

only the truth, and that was all I could offer.

here to talk about your commissions,”

seem angry. He beckoned toward the couch. “Take a seat. We can

poured two cups of coffee, and brought them to me.

the cup in front of me, feeling a strange sensation crawl over my skin.

said, “I need your

need to be so nervous or formal now, Miss Jones.”

gulped. “L… might need… to borrow

my hands tightly together, bracing for rejection or a mocking

a bind,

“Um… Yes…”

“How much?”

met his gaze, stunned. “You’re willing

settled deeper into

Every movement exuded charisma. I couldn’t help but relax

me to die for you,”

relief, though my nerves returned as I thought of the amount

I might need 7,000,000 dollars,” I

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rose. He must be

really something that can be solved with quizzical.

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