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The meeting continued with the director presenting more about the production project, Arabella silently staring at Damon, and Damon annoyed with everything and everyone.

"And the engineers will meet tomorrow to finalize the production project. Arabella Collins will also be present at the meeting," the director said. "We will present the final version in 3 days at the latest," he concluded.

"You have 2 days," Damon's words came out with his deep, gravelly voice.

"Of course, sir," the director nodded like a obedient puppy. "Now, I need to talk about..." the director continued prattling on.

Damon felt his phone buzz in his pocket, retrieved the device, and saw a message from a friend inviting him to dinner. After the disappointment with Arabella, he really needed a distraction.

As Damon's gaze lifted, it collided with the captivating depth of Arabella's large, dark eyes, sending a jolt of electricity coursing through him. For a fleeting moment, time seemed to stand still as their eyes lo