Chapter 104
Lauren pouted as she glared at Andrew and whispered shyly, “Dr. Lloyd, we haven’t even established a relationship yet, so touching is definitely… inappropriate,”
She thought momentarily and added, “However, if you really want to, we could… maybe share a kiss?”
It was Andrew’s turn to be flustered. He never expected Lauren to say something so bold, especially with that soft, bashful expression.
Andrew had always regarded Lauren as a confident and outspoken woman. Hence, her delicate demeanor and shy, alluring gaze completely stunned him. She looked like a gentle, elegant beauty straight out of a painting.
For a moment, Andrew felt his heart skip a beat.
Just as the atmosphere grew thick with tension, Andrew’s phone rang, abruptly breaking the moment. Lauren covered her mouth, giggling softly.
“Go ahead and take your call, Dr. Lloyd. I’m in no hurry!”
When Andrew answered, Christina’s cold voice came through. “Mr. Lloyd, do you remember what we discussed before? Please come to Jayrodale Bank. We need both signatures for the loan.”
“I’ll be right there,” Andrew replied,
Christina had already hung up, as if reluctant to speak with him any longer.
“Was that Ms. Stevens?” Lauren pouted. When Andrew nodded, she continued unhappily, ” You two broke up, and now she’s supposedly engaged to Harvey. The news is all over town. Why is she still contacting you?”
“It’s not what you think,” Andrew explained with a sigh. “This is strictly business.”
“I don’t buy it! Are you two trying to rekindle things?” Lauren looked at him with pitiful
puppy eyes.
Andrew chuckled bitterly. “Rekindling? Is that even possible, Ms. Rhodes? She’s with Harvey now. I can’t even compare to him.”
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Lauren huffed, unimpressed. “Harvey? He’s decent at first glance, but anyone who the two of you would see the difference immediately. He’s not even worthy of being your assistant.”
Andrew shook his head and replied, “You think too highly of me, Ms. Rhodes. In Christina’s eyes, I’m the one who isn’t worthy of even being in the same room as Harvey.”
Lauren sneered. “That’s because she’s blind. Anyway, I won’t hold you up. But remember, I’ll be waiting for the day you make me your wife.”
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Chapter 104
Andrew made a hasty retreat. No matter how prepared he thought he was, Laurent’s relentless teasing was impossible to defend against.
Meanwhile, at Jayrodale Bank, Christina walked in wearing a black lace dress.
“Well, well, if it isn’t the lovely Ms. Stevens! What an honor to have the belle of the industry to visit our humble bank!” The bank manager, Nelson O’Connor, greeted Christina, his gaze shamelessly roaming over her figure.
Christina ignored his inappropriate gaze and said curtly, “Mr. O’Connor, I trust you’re already aware why I’m here. Let’s get down to business.”
The portly Nelson leaned back in his chair, propping his legs on the desk with an air of arrogance. “Straight to the point? Fine by me. The 30 million loan for your South City project. has been approved.”
Christina’s heart leaped with joy, surprised at how easily this seemed to be going.
Nelson’s smile turned sleazy as he continued, “However, Ms. Stevens needs to show some… appreciation for this deal to go through.”
“Appreciation?” Christina frowned, his vulgar tone setting off alarm bells.
“That’s right. Don’t worry. It’s just a small token of appreciation, and the 30 million will be transferred to your project immediately, no questions asked.”
Nelson’s face bore an increasingly lecherous grin.
Fighting back her disgust, Christina replied, “Name your terms, Mr. O’Connor. As long as they’re within Stevens Corporation’s capabilities, we can negotiate.”
