Arianna’s family was falling apart and facing a tragic demise, however, her heart sank when she clearly saw Travis Cooper’s name on the acquisition papers. She had no choice but to negotiate with him.
Arianna lowered her head and relaxed her shoulders to ease the tension. She should show him gratefulness to make him happier, she thought, but she just couldn’t do it.
“How would you be willing to leave my grandfather alone?”
He casually poured her a cup of tea and placed it in front of her before replying, “I think the correct person to ask is the judge, no? The offenders are usually punished. This is a matter of justice, isn’t it?”
Arianna was beginning to grow tired of his mood swings.
“He is old, and his body is failing him. He would not last long in prison.” Arianna continued to try to sway him.
“What can I do? I always admire devoted children.” His voice carried some ridicule, “But I’m not a charity. I only do transactions with interests. What would you do in exchange for the freedom of your grandfather?”
Travis intertwined the fingers of his one hand with the other and rested his hands on his stomach as he leaned back in his chair once more. His expression was a bit lazy, “Since you entered this door, I’ve been waiting for the drama of you selling your body and soul to me in order to save your family member.”
When Arianna didn’t reply, Travis explicitly said, “Maybe I’m just bored. I’d like to try something fun.”
Arianna’s stomach felt like it flipped. She looked at the handsome face that was now showing evil.

Hate To Love You My Billionaire Lover

On the one hand, she feared that the man did not recognize her and thought she was just a weird stranger staring at him. On the other hand, she was worried that he had already recognized her. Did he think she was rude for not saying hello?


After several seconds of contemplation, Arianna decided she would walk over and greet him. She knew he might be cold to her, but she took the chance anyway. This was the moment she had been waiting for.


She packed away her things into her purse and slowly approached him. His eyes rested on her the whole time.


Arianna thought about what she would say if she ever was face to face with her nonchalant savior again.


But her mind completely forgot the casual greeting she came up with. So instead, she said, “Nice to see you again.” Then she smiled like a bad actress.


As a child, she seldom laughed or smiled. Her teeth weren’t perfectly aligned, making her smile like insecurity of hers. Though over the years, she started working on it.


Chapter 9 Buy Me A Coffee First