Chapter 46 How dare you insult her?

-----------------Ryder’s pov-----------

I was at my desk, reviewing contracts, when my secretary buzzed through the intercom.

“Mr. Wolfe,” she said, her voice calm and professional as ever, “there’s someone from Aubrey’s company here to meet you. He says he has a very attractive proposition.”

My brows furrowed, curiosity piqued. What kind of crap is this? Aubrey’s company was in trouble—no doubt—but for one of her people to come directly to me? Something didn’t feel right.

“Send him in,” I said, leaning back in my chair.

Moments later, a man walked in. He was dressed smartly enough, but there was something slick and untrustworthy about him. He had the kind of face you wouldn’t trust to watch your dog, let alone handle business.

“Hampton,” he said, extending a hand toward me. I ignored it, motioning for him to sit instead.

“What great deal do you have for me, Mr. Hampton?” I asked, my voice cold and businesslike.