d have remembered me. However, he acted like he never knew me, and he went on with his

leverage from that, he would do it that way. It would be the perfect atmosphere to get the things his way. So, no, he didn’t know your identity, and he was only acting in the name of his business at the meeting. I can vouch on that as I know him for yea

ential between us. That’s my condition if you want to continue being friends. I appreciate your honesty and your desire to keep me from harm’s way. That is why, I have conditions and not walking away.” Mika valued honesty and things said before being found out. She knew she had to be reserved still, but she could understand his feelings and wants. So, she agreed to give him a chance to be friends as he was a warm guy

everything. It’s in his nature to find out and watch over things. I don’t know how he would be in private, but I think you should consider a private meeting with him and tell him your real reasons for not selling. I am

nd. He might sweeten the offer, but never giving up. He emphasized that enoug

smile hanging on his lips. Drake was so into her at that point that he couldn’t back off and stay away. He cherished every second, every minute

u go back, and I will call you in the evening.” She was ending

d his left eyebrow

so there’s no need to lie to you, Drake. I will call you at eight. Is it O

ding and not being mad on me.”

m a mile. I must admit that I sense there’s more to it, but you can’t tell me about it. And what I perceive is that it is not a pleasant thing. Nonetheless, I respect your privacy and the confidentiality you keep for your boss, s

ff knew him as he managed the place when Thomas wasn’t around. When he entered w

n pay next time, just to be fair, if that’s what you want.” Mika was relaxed and enjoyed her new friend. She didn’t see him as a man, but as an older brother and friend. She was like that with

e you are into her. That’s never going to happen. She is mine. You will not be allowed to touch her. Friend

ur number!” Drake reminded

ne. Talk later! Bye! Drive safe!” Mika waved her han

eed he needed to give her some space. It wou

han her. He was drawn to her like a magnet. His feet went their own way behind Mika at a safe distance, not to be

e car was growing his eyes a

ning around to see

you? Don’t you remember me?” His arms were opened, waiting for a hug, hi

nstructions. He took over his family’s business at the age of 21. His appearance was that of a fatal man, with dark blonde wavy hair, green eyes, sturdy built, and one head taller than Mika. Lawrence had the aura of an idol. Many girls always had a crush on him since he had been a teenager. Though he would pose in a gentleman mo

some years now, since he had seen one of her pictures on her mom’s phone, when she had praised Mika on how beau

versation topic and pulled back from his embrace, slowly, not to offend h

ve my eyes! You were only a kid when you left. I missed you and our time together!” He complimen

remain a kid, right? Though I wis

you weren’t there. Your mom said you were still abroad.” Lawrence s

hings from me. I am still very upset about it.” She lied, but she had reasons to let everyone know she wasn’t in the country, though she had never b

he same attitude. When I would ask about you, he would change the subject, telling me you are busy studying, and no one is to in

with business. Thanks for that. I am forever indebted to you. You t

least do that for him. And we are childhood friends, you know I will always be there for you.” He put his hand on her shoulder in sign of comfort

d all. I will call you when I do have some free time, and we will talk more. Hope you don’t mind, Lawren

me! I waited for so long! Not fair

home. I have some personal things to take care of, and to go back to the compa

for when she was off with studies. He knew how attached she was to her family and home. Even as a kid, she wouldn’t fancy going out of her house’s prem

t. Mom is not going to leave the house. So, I will be on my own. I got

s possible. Give me your number.” Lawrence

my new number afterwards. See you next time! I really need to go now. Bye!” She c

!” He yelled after her, a

both saw, from where each stood, Drake in his car, and Thomas across the street, Mika wasn’t willing for such closeness