The Richest Man in Metropolis is My Backer by Dream Searcher

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Chapter 293

Chapter 293

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“I know, I know,” Soren replied, ruffling my hair. “But even if I talked to him, I wouldn’t call it a waste of time or effort. It would be for you. Nothing I do for you could ever be a waste.”

I lifted my head and met his gaze, surprised. A warmth spread through me. He always had a unique way of framing things, and it was surprisingly persuasive.

“No, I don’t want that. Let’s not waste any more time on someone like him.”

“Your wish is my command.”

We locked eyes in silence.

Suddenly, I felt a shift in the air between us. His gaze was so intense, so focused, that my heart started racing as I remembered what might happen next.

drama, the way we were looking at each other, the chemistry, the tension–it would be the perfect setup for a typical romantic scene. Our faces would draw closer, and then, the man would tilt his

woman.

anyone saw us, they’d cause

let alone public displays of affection. What

quickly looked away and stammered, “Um, it’s getting

blinked, as if snapping out of a trance. I

cleared his throat, then looked at his watch. “It’s almost 1:00 a.m. Let’s get

right. I could feel the pain in my knees,

still in full swing, with people enjoying cocktails, dancing, and playing cards. It seemed like it was winding down. “Are you sure

I’m not into these activities,” Soren replied, nodding

was leaving, he turned toward the

she need a ride home?” I asked,

I’m not a child. I can get home on my own.”

you later. Don’t

on your new

I’ll always be

in mock

I left after I bade everyone goodnight. We entered the elevator, and I gazed out the clear window. The

struck me.

did everything take you?” I