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Negotiation

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In the office, the atmosphere between the two of them remained tense. In an attempt to break the tension, Adam offered a drink as a courtesy. The other accepted and walked around the office, paying attention to a picture frame with a photo of Adam and his siblings.

“You seem very close to your brothers and sister.”

“Yes. My family and the people I love are extremely important to me.”

“You know that your council wants the marriage between Sophia and me, don’t you?” He got straight to the point.

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  • Unexpected Encounter   Giving a Helping Hand

    Samantha was already alone in the bedroom. Sophia and Alice had left, leaving her there with her thoughts and the mess she had made. They had already told her how upset Adam had been when he found out she had disappeared.She also already knew about the photo Simon had sent and the rest. She was sitting on the bed, hugging her knees, staring at the door. She wanted Adam to walk in and hold her… and at the same time, she dreaded the conversation that was inevitable.This wouldn’t be a discussion about a simple jealousy crisis, like the one at the club. She had doubted his feelings and his sincerity. And that had definitely hurt him.The more she thought about it, the more anxious she became. She didn’t know how she had ever believed it would be easy to leave behind what she felt for Adam. Now that she knew the truth, the mere possibility of losing him for good made her see just how involved she was.It was with Adam that she had truly discovered herself. It was with him that she had fe

  • Unexpected Encounter   Negotiation

    In the office, the atmosphere between the two of them remained tense. In an attempt to break the tension, Adam offered a drink as a courtesy. The other accepted and walked around the office, paying attention to a picture frame with a photo of Adam and his siblings.“You seem very close to your brothers and sister.”“Yes. My family and the people I love are extremely important to me.”“You know that your council wants the marriage between Sophia and me, don’t you?” He got straight to the point.“Yes. And the same answer I gave the council, I can give you in person: I don’t accept it,” he replied without beating around the bush.Simon took a sip of his drink, analyzing the other’s answer, and continued:“Even if that is important for the cooperation between our organizations?”“Exactly. I can negotiate several terms between our organizations, partnerships, and collaborations, but my sister is not negotiable.” He wanted to make his position very clear.“I don’t know how it works in your

  • Unexpected Encounter   The Weight of the Truth

    Their entry was cleared. Everyone was already aware of the visit, just as Adam had ordered. They drove in and stopped in front of the mansion. The driver opened the door, and the two of them stepped out, though Simon still made a point of helping her.“They’re here,” Sophia announced when she saw them through the window.Adam rolled his neck from side to side, a clear sign of all the tension he was carrying. Outside, before they reached the door, Simon gave her a warning:“Only step away from me when I say so, understood?”She nodded, and the door opened. Simon walked in smiling, not bothering to hide his amusement. She, on the other hand, looked serious and didn’t know who to look at first.Everyone was standing side by side, staring in their direction. In that moment, Samantha felt as if she were walking toward a firing squad.Adam glanced quickly at her. That look scanned for any sign that she might be hurt. Then he turned his attention back to Simon. She noticed the cold, fleeting

  • Unexpected Encounter   Start of the Negotiation

    Simon was quite intrigued to know what had happened for her to react that way and asked her:“Why are you so afraid of him?”“That man is crazy. He’s been after me since the day I saved Adam’s life. That psycho even hurt my friend just to get to me. That’s why I’m asking you, Simon… please don’t let him know I’m here.” The request came out almost like a plea.He carefully considered what he had heard. Maybe that information could be used somehow, but first he would have to check what Oliver wanted with him.“Wait in the bedroom. I’ll let you know when he’s gone.”She didn’t think twice and quickly went to the bedroom. Simon signaled for the man to let Oliver in and spoke to himself about that information:“This is getting more and more interesting.”Samantha entered the bedroom and started looking for her belongings, especially her phone. She was worried about whether Simon would say anything about her being there. She thought about calling Adam but gave up on the idea. It was better

  • Unexpected Encounter   Friend or Enemy?

    When he saw the image, Adam stiffened completely with rage. A thousand things raced through his mind. Everyone noticed that something had happened. Sophia went over to him, and Andrew, who already knew what was going on, also moved closer to support his brother. Once again, he didn’t tell Pedro anything.Right after the message, he received a call from the same number. He answered without saying a word, just listening.“Guten Morgen, mein Freund.”Adam clenched his jaw at the greeting. He already had a pretty good idea who it was and continued listening in silence.“I don’t know if you had my number saved or even if you know who’s speaking, but this is Simon Becker. I think I just ran into someone who belongs to you… or used to belong to you. I’m still not entirely sure about the situation.”“If you lay a finger on her, I’ll kill you.” The reply came out as a clear threat.“My goodness, such hostility. And making threats this early in the morning? If you’re worried that I might have h

  • Unexpected Encounter   Hangover

    Those bodyguards started carrying Samantha to the car. The man still recommended that they be as careful as possible with her. As they headed toward the cars, a couple who were also walking on the beach passed by them and wanted to know what was going on.“Is the young lady okay? Did something happen to her?”“She’s just a little drunk and ended up falling in the water. Everything’s fine here.” He quickly brushed the couple off.They continued toward the cars. The couple started walking again but still glanced back a few times, as if they weren’t entirely convinced by that explanation.Alice arrived at the beach as fast as she could. She looked from one side to the other, trying to spot her. She ran toward the boardwalk but didn’t see any sign of Samantha anywhere. Then she passed a couple and, as discreetly as possible, asked them if they had seen her.“I’m not sure if it’s the girl you’re looking for, but some men carried a girl in that direction. They said she was drunk and fell in

  • Unexpected Encounter   Feeling Special

    Adam paced back and forth, restless. The thought of Samantha getting hurt because of him was eating him alive. Worst of all, the guilt—he knew it was his fault. If he hadn’t flagged her down that night and forced his way into her car, none of this would be happening.But then another thought slippe

  • Unexpected Encounter   Playing Doctor

    Samantha came back loaded with everything and dumped it on the counter. The first-aid kit was already under the sink—she prayed it had what they needed.When she stepped in, Adam was struggling with his shirt buttons, jaw clenched. She flicked him a quick glance, then busied herself at the cabinet,

  • Unexpected Encounter   Wounded Man

    Samantha’s pulse hammered. Floor it and he might shoot. Stay still, and he might kill her anyway. Damned if she did, damned if she didn’t.“Open the door!” the man barked, voice raw and ragged.Without thinking, she hit the unlock. He collapsed into the passenger seat, blood slick on his hands, and

  • Unexpected Encounter   The Encounter

    “What do you want, Douglas?” Samantha snapped, yanking her arm free.She was at her limit. The blow-up in the kitchen had drained her patience, and she had zero interest in dealing with him, especially not now.“We don’t talk anymore, Samantha. I just wanted to check if you’re okay. You look amazin

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