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Chapter 8 Promises and Conditions.
Chapter 8 Promises and Conditions
What Can he help met
How could that be? We’ve only just been introduced.
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These wealthy business magnates hold money in high regard and would never offer assistance to others without a clear
motive.
Celia found herself unable to shake off her sense of caution,
“Mr. Channing, I appreciate your generosity. It was already a bother for you to rescue me yesterday. I.
Before she could complete her sentence, Shane’s deep voice cut in, “Don’t be too hasty to decline. I’m willing to assist you, but there are conditions. I’ll return early tonight to discuss them with you.”
Immediately after his words, he abruptly ended the call, denying her any opportunity to decline once more.
After setting down her phone, Celia couldn’t suppress a soft chuckle. As she anticipated, there were indeed conditions attached, just as she had thought.
Yet, given Shane’s financial means, it would be a breeze for him to assist her in clearing these debts.
As long as the conditions he suggested weren’t overly demanding, she could genuinely contemplate accepting his offer.
In the evening, true to his word. Shane promptly returned to Amaryllis Haven as soon as his workday ended.
The pair dined together in the expansive restaurant Shane, not adept at casual conversation and uncomfortable with unfamiliar company, uttered
only a few words throughout the meal,
Even though Celia was skilled in conversation, she too remained silent, simply eating her meal while observing Shane’s solemn expression.
Following dinner, Shane summoned Celia to the study room.
“Ms. Durban, please take a seat.”
Observing Celia standing before him, his dark eyes softened ever so slightly.
With a faint smile playing at the corners of her lips, Celia accepted without hesitation, seating herself across from him openly.
“Ms. Durban, there’s something I’d like to inquire about.” Shane wasted no time getting to the point as soon as she took her
seat.
Celia offered a polite smile. “Mr. Channing, feel free to ask. I’ll answer truthfully to the best of my knowledge.”
Shane maintained an unwavering gaze and continued, “Okay. On the night of March 22nd, were you at the Gate Hotel!”
March 22nd–wasn’t that just the day before yesterday? The Gate Hotel? Wasn’t that where I was drugged and deflowered!
What prompted Shane to suddenly ask this? Could he possibly be the man from that night?
Did he recognise me? Or is it just a mere suspicion? Could this be more than just a coincidence?”
Despite the turmoil in Celia’s heart, she maintained a composed exterior.
In a collected manner, she responded, “No.”
Then, with a smile, she inquired, “What prompts your question, Mr. Channing?”
After a brief pause, Shane murmured, “I have a friend who requested me to look out for a girl resembling your age and physique. Hence, I inquired. I hope you don’t take offence, Ms. Durban.”
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10 no problem at all” Celia responded casually, her lips slightly pursed.
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momentary disappointment flashed across Shane’s eyes, but then he proceeded to divulge to Celia the thoughts that had necupied fus mind all uhernoo
pon hearing his proposed conditions, Celia abruptly rose from her seat, fixing him with a sharp gaze.
Mr Chunning can interpret the condition you mentioned as exploiting someone’s vulnerability?”
Having dementy endured a betrayal in love, she was now being urged to engage in a counterfeit emotional connection. How muid she possibil compity!
W Curtin, please don’t be apses I urge you to give it careful consideration. This arrangement spans only three months. Eastmange millions m deb for three months. I believe it’s a worthwhile trade.”
Staterwencased slightly, surprised by her intense reaction. He had assumed she would readily consent.
Gonadering everything is quite challenging for a university student who hasn’t even graduated to resolve debts totaling
Mr Channing, your assistimer last night meant a lot to me, and I’ve always been thankful. I’ve been hoping to find a chance
“Bar dis ducxdiman of yours is quite difficult for me. I truly can’t comply!”
en those words. Cain lowered her head and swiftly headed towards the door.
After moving a few pants, she ubruptly stopped, turned around, and asked curiously, “Why did you choose me?
A man of 200 vonk. Poging at the pinnacle, must surely have countless women seeking his attention.
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Sitane stedene citing in her calmily, and spoke deliberately, Because I don’t reject you.”
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Celia’s eyes narrowed subtly, and a faint, icy grin adorned her delicate face.
Quickly grabbing her phone, she found Shane’s number in the call history.
“Mr. Channing, I accept your conditions
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On the other end of the call, Shane paused momentarily, his voice resonating deeply. “May I ask, what led to this change of mind?”
Taking a deep breath, her gaze flickered, her tone soft and amiable.
“After pondering it upon my return, your points do make sense. This agreement does hold value for me. Furthermore, it provides me with a chance to repay you.”
After she finished speaking, Shane on the other end of the line said, “Very well. Then come to the study room now. I’ll be waiting for you.”
Upon Celia’s return to the study i
y room.
Shane handed her two contracts.
“Take a look at the terms. Let me know if there’s anything you find unsatisfactory. I’m open to making adjustments.
Was the contract draped so quickly in such a short time, or had he already prepared it beforehand?
She couldn’t resist looking up at him, meeting his equally intense and searching gaze. Quickly averting her eyes, Celia lowered her head, using the contract to shield her own expression.
The contract stated that he would help her clear all debts owed by the Durbans and assist her in handling her father’s affairs.
In return, she would serve as his girlfriend for three months, accompany him home to meet his relatives, and stay at his residence.
If it were to be revealed, getting involved in this sham relationship with him could have negative consequences in the future.
But the moment she thought about being able to humiliate that cheating couple, she instantly had no objections.
However, she considered it unnecessary to stay at his residence.
“Mr. Channing. I have accommodation arranged already. I believe this final clause is unnecessary, right?” Celia pointed to the last provision and commented.
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