As I stepped out of the conference room, I couldn't shake off the image of Mrs. Confidence - Stella, I think she said her name was. Though she was way out of my league, I couldn't deny that she was extremely intriguing and attractive in an extremely charming way. Her bright smile and sparkling eyes lingered in my mind like a pleasant aftertaste.
I noticed Fredrick's eyes on me, amusement dancing in his gaze. He knew me too well; normally, I would have walked out coldly without sparing her a glance. But there was something about Stella that had caught my attention.
As I strode towards my limited edition Rolls-Royce Phantom, the sleek black exterior gleaming in the sunlight, one of my escorts immediately opened the car door for me. I stepped inside, the soft leather enveloping me in comfort. Fredrick followed, his eyes never leaving mine.
"Master Adrian, should I help you look more into her background?" Fredrick asked, his tone neutral, but a hint of curiosity lurking beneath.
I raised an eyebrow, looking at him with a cold, menacing gaze. "Don't bother, thanks for your help," I replied, a hint of sarcasm creeping into my voice. I focused on my phone, scrolling through emails, but my mind kept drifting back to Stella.
Fredrick cleared his throat, a subtle reminder that he was still there. I knew he was trying to play the role of perfect PA, but I also knew he was dying to ask me more questions.
We arrived at my mansion, the sprawling estate nestled in the heart of the city. As I stepped out of the car, the warm sun on my skin was a pleasant contrast to the air-conditioned interior. I walked into the sitting room, the opulent decor and high ceilings a testament to my family's wealth.
My dad, James Huston, sat on the couch, his imposing figure commanding attention. He glanced up at me, his eyes piercing, and asked me to sit down. I called for a maid to serve coffee, the aroma of freshly brewed Arabica filling the air.
As I waited for the coffee to arrive, I couldn't help but wonder why my dad had come to visit me in my home. He was someone I respected and revered, but I also knew him well enough to recognize when he was trying to manipulate me.
The maid returned with a steaming cup of coffee, and I took a sip, the rich flavors a welcome distraction from my thoughts. My dad's eyes never left mine, a hint of a smile playing on his lips.
I raised an eyebrow, intrigued despite myself. What did he want to discuss? And why did he think he could just waltz into my home and expect me to fall in line?
The game was on...