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

Arianna felt terrible. All she wanted to do was go home, get in the bath, and then go straight to bed.


She scrutinized Travis as he ate. He was the slowest eater on the planet, she thought.


As Arianna was sick and grumpy, she had no extra strength left to please him.


Travis said with a little pity, “You really don’t want to try the food here? The chef is moving the restaurant across the country. You won’t have a chance to eat it later.”


“I don’t have the chance to eat many things.”


He ignored her sass and responded calmly, “You look very pale and uncomfortable.”


She kept silent as she leaned back in her chair.


“Smile, little girl. Don’t you think that today is a memorable day?”


Arianna finally cracked, “Travis Cooper, can you spare me the nostalgia? No more memories, okay?”


He smiled softly and sighed, “The past really is unbearable, isn’t it?”


“Would you want to be constantly reminded of your stupid and innocent past?” She asked bitterly.


Chapter 13 Smile, Little Girl