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BILLIONAIRE'S LIES CHAPTER 357

Author: MIKS DELOSO
last update Last Updated: 2025-05-25 23:02:18

Damian stood there, his chest rising and falling at regular intervals. Benedict had just given him the most valuable gift—respect. It would have been enough.

But Damian wasn't done.

He faced around to Eliana's father, meeting him with even eyes. "One more thing, sir."

Benedict's brow furrowed. "Yes?"

"I would like to ask your permission to wed your daughter."

There was silence in the room. Even the clock on the wall ceased its ticking.

Damian's voice was deep but firm. "Not yet, not now. I haven't spoken to her yet. But I will. And when I do, I want to do it in the proper way—with dignity. With your consent."

Benedict looked at him for a very, very long time.

Then he stood up.

And for the very first time, he came around the desk—not as a CEO, not as the lion of the Thompson empire—but as a father.

“You’ve got guts,” Benedict said.

Damian gave a small, respectful nod. “Only when it comes to her.”

After a few tense seconds, Benedict placed a firm hand on his shoulder. “You better make i
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