Chapter 17: The New Character

Avery knew that Carson was not her usual target. She needed to step up her game if she wanted to catch his attention. Making him drunk wouldn’t be enough. When she reached the building, she headed to the washroom to fix her outfit. She made her skirt shorter. She pulled her dress down a bit as well to show a bit of her cleavage.

If there was one thing she learned, men liked cleavages and legs.

She sprayed her favorite perfume and applied make-up. If she was able to seduce him once, she can easily do it again. Plus, he seemed to be worked up with the kiss so it was easier to do her plan.

So when she stood from her seat, she made sure that he would turn to her. All of her movements were slow but graceful. When she saw him looking, she smirked. The moment she saw him tremble, she knew her plan was successful.

Carson held her wrist so hard because he was trying to control himself. When she placed her finger on his mouth, he wanted to lick it so badly.

“Hi, predator. Don't let me down.” her voice was extremely irresistible.

He placed his free hand on her thighs as he attempted to pull her dress up. She kept staring at his lips while his hand went underneath her dress. She let out a soft moan, making him hard. His grip on her other hand tightened. She placed her hand on his chest.

“Are you sure you want to do this here?”

He leaned closer to her face as his hand reached the insides of her thigh. “Is this what you really want from me, Avery?”

Her lustful eyes immediately disappeared. He then let go of her and head back to his chair. He started working while Avery stood there in shock. She almost thought she had it. Her heart started racing fast at what he did. She bit her lip, pulled down her dress, and started walking back.

She couldn’t believe what just happened. Usually, it would end up with her plan being successful. She hid her frown and tried to act as normal as possible.

Even if her plan failed now, she was sure that he liked what she was doing. She saw the bulge on his pants and it made her happy. Plus, the look on Carson’s face was full of lust. He must’ve realized what he was doing so he snapped out of it. Maybe it was wrong for her to do it in the office?

Carson, on the other hand, attempted to calm down, but his rapid panting gave him away. He turned to Avery who was working. “ I have to handle some urgent matters now. You can go to the hospital to take care of your friend if you finish your works.”

“Why are you pushing me away? Afraid you might lose control again?” She responded as she typed on her laptop.

He didn't look up, “I'm sorry, but it's nothing to do with you. I just don't want to do that.”

She confused, “Why?”

She looked at him and noticed his abnormal behavioral changes. He looked so cool insensitive right now.

Maybe young men prefer aggressive women? Although she was aggressive from the start, Carson seemed to be good at controlling himself, until now.

“What do you want?” He asked.

She smiled, “Why are you so mad at me? What did I do? You were the one who pinned me into that wall. I held your hand when you were trembling.” He didn’t say anything but he seemed to be thinking deeply.

She then went back to work. One more tease and he would show his true colors.

The room was silent until Avery’s phone rang. It was from Alexander. She picked it up instantly, hoping the job was done. “Hello?”

“My lady, you better prepare yourself next week for our date.”

Avery smiled. Hopefully, Jane would stop seeing men like that but she couldn't blame her friend. Avery believed that some people are really attracted to bad guys. It was her duty then to make sure that Jane would find the right man, if she would allow it.

“Of course. Thank you so much for this.”

She then hanged up. Just then, someone entered the room. It was one of the company’s board members. He stopped immediately when he saw Avery.

“Hi, beautiful.”

He then walked to her to get a good look at her body. Avery glared at him. She knew this man but he was not qualified because he wasn't that wealthy. She moved away and crossed her arms. The man smirked when he reached her table.

“I think I know you.”

She smiled, “Do you? I’m sorry. I don’t know you. I just started working here.”

He was wearing an average-looking suit. His shoes were a bit stained and his watch was not the best model. He was older by 20 years and he just got divorced. With this, it was no surprise that he was eager to find a new partner.

“Someone told me you were good in bed” He whispered to make sure that they are the only ones who can hear it. Avery laughed, “What a rumor.” She stood up and leaned a bit, “Unfortunately, you won’t be able to experience it.”

The man was about to react when Carson spoke. “I thought you have a business with me, Ji?” The man smiled and turned to Carson. “Didn’t know you have a nice catch here, Carson.”

Ji took one last look at Avery then walked to Carson. Carson didn’t seem to be happy with what happened. The atmosphere changed and it was all because of Carson’s sudden mood. Ji handed the folder to Carson.

“The board members wanted to have a meeting with you tomorrow. You might want to show off your pet here and you can instantly win their favor.”

Carson held the folder too tight that it crumpled a bit. “Stop treating her like trash.”