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Elena didn't flinch when those turquoise eyes got closer than recommended. No matter what they heard or said, that connection of gazes would always be the reason they desired each other. The shades of blue complemented each other, calling out to each other.

She let him come as close as he wished... or could.

"You do this because you know I'll wait for the drama to end. I'll wait for you to give in, no matter how long it takes," Granger finally said.

"It's not about the drama. What if I say I don't want you anymore?" she whispered seductively. "I've already slept with you. Why would I repeat the dose?"

The man crossed his arms and smirked, with a generous dose of arrogance. In his mind, Elena was fulfilling a mere whim. In the end, she would give in and do whatever he asked.

However, in reality, the woman's whim was to keep that man in the palm of her hand, only until the project was approved and she could get rid of the Donovan family.

In the end, everyone had their own interest.

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