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The authority in her tone grated on my nerves. Immediately, I scoffed at her proposal, drawing the attention of everyone.
I went on in blunt, dismissive words, attempting to embarrass her, “It’s unnecessary to add complications to this project. The plans are already drawn up for a single, whole-floor penthouse. Let’s stick to the original design to not cause any further delays.”
But little Miss Brooke, seeming ever composed and quick-witted, didn't let my words faze her. In an annoyingly calm tone, she responded, “I understand your concern, Mr. Wolkov. However, consider this, by splitting the penthouse into two, we could tap into a wider market. The plans could be re-drawn within the next days.”
She stared me down as she went on, “There are potential buyers who would be interested in a slightly smaller penthouse, but not willing to invest in the larger one. By offering two penthouses, we could cater to different preferences and increase our chances of selling both units and gain a much higher profit margin.”
I was in disbelief. Her audacity to defy me. I could see the men in the room nodding in agreement and it took everything I had not to drop my jaw. Ashley’s eyes remained on mine, waiting.
Was this malyshka [little girl] challenging me?
“Okay, Miss Brooke, I see your point. It's a clever idea. Let's explore the possibilities of splitting the penthouse into two and assess the potential benefits. What say you, Mr. Wolkov?”
I had to tear my gaze away from Ashley and turned to the fat pig who addressed me with cold eyes. He'd been drooling over her for a while now. For no other reason, he could openly voice his approval of her idea against mine.
I glared at him for a few seconds and like the mumbling coward he was, he averted his gaze to the table.
I bit my tongue. It’s not the bastard’s fault in totality. It would be inappropriate to take out my odd frustrations on him right here in this business meeting.
“Sure, let us explore this suggestion, Miss Brooke.”
I couldn't help but be impressed yet felt challenged by this younger woman. I was beginning to feel heavily… annoyed.
As the meeting progressed, she continued to provide insightful reasoning and practical solutions, impressing me with her ability to think outside the box.
I’d had no idea Jonathan's daughter was not only smart but also stunningly beautiful. I remained unable to take my eyes off her, and a burning sensation shot through me, all the way down to my crotch.
I was surprised beyond what I could fathom. I was the type that didn’t get easily moved by any random woman, but Ashley was doing things to me. Here she was, igniting a fire in my pants without even trying.
As the meeting ended, I watched her gracefully rise from her seat, her jacket folded in her arms. Her white shirt clung to her body, revealing her slim yet undeniably sexy figure. My eyes wandered from her high heels, which elongated her slender, well-toned legs, up her body.
I felt a primal, uncontrollable urge to have her right that instant. I imagined hiking up that pencil skirt of hers for an office rendezvous, taking her hard, right here on the conference table, legs shaking as I rammed into her …
Watching that calm, collected expression on her face change as she desperately begged me for more, begged me for mercy ...
I swallowed as the fire within me tripled and tried to stay focused. I felt like I was going crazy. My cock was about to explode in my pants at this point.
Ashley's heels echoed on the quiet meeting floor as she left the room with the executive board, and as I watched her swaying curves on her way out, I noticed that every man in the room was secretly gawking at her too.
A feeling of inexplicable rage rose within me. I wanted to admire her alone.
I felt a strange possessiveness grow within me and was forced to take heavy breaths to calm myself from doing something drastic.
“My, oh my, little Ashley Brooke ...”
After stepping outside with Savic, my sidekick, I spotted and overheard a man approaching Ashley, stopping her from leaving.
I felt another bout of irritation prickling in my chest at this scene and I couldn’t stop myself from hanging around, trying to catch bits and pieces of their conversation.
Trevor White.
He was excellent friends with Jonathan, Ashley’s irritation of a father, and the two often teamed up on projects.
As I watched from a distance, I saw Trevor touch Ashley's arm and like clockwork, my blood started boiling. I had to clench my fists to stop myself from smashing his face.
How could the slimy bastard dare to touch her so carelessly when I hadn’t even had a direct conversation with her yet?!
I could tell he was attracted to her. I fumed and sent silent daggers his way while he eyed her lustfully as their conversation ended and she walked away from him. He was not even trying to hide it.
