Chapter 95

A suggestive smile unfolded across Gilbert's face.

"Dinner? At a hotel?" The expression on Ariel's pretty face changed drastically. No longer a rookie to the business workplace, she understood the meaning behind Gilbert's words at once. It was quite likely that Gilbert's purpose was not to eat!

"It doesn't seem too appropriate for you and me to have dinner at the hotel, Gilbert. I think it'd be better for Miss Young and I to treat you to a meal as a token of our appreciation if you're able to help our company to achieve successful cooperation." Ariel formed a smile and comforted herself with the belief that he—as her senior back during her student days— invited her to dinner without any other intentions in mind.

"I don't think you understand what I'm trying to say, Ariel. You know that I've always liked you, so I'll just give it to you straight! If you agree to be my woman, I'll do my best to help you secure the contract!" Gilbert demanded tactfully.

"What? No way! Thanks for your