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!

brought only the truth, and that

here to

couch. “Take a seat. We can talk from

coffee,

as he set the cup in front of

him and said, “I need your help,

to be so nervous or formal now, Miss

gulped. “L… might need…

tightly together, bracing for rejection or a

in a bind,

“Um… Yes…”

“How much?”

and met his gaze, stunned.

deeper into

good. Every movement exuded charisma. I couldn’t

course. It’s not like you’re asking me to die for you,” he

smiled in relief, though my nerves returned as I thought of the amount I needed.

I might need 7,000,000 dollars,” I

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said nothing. My anxiety rose. He must be too stunned

problem you’re facing… Is it really something that

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