Drunk and Daring I Kissed a Tycoon novel Chapter 13

Yasmine was already waiting for Vespera at the practice range.

She wore a pastel yellow sports dress that hugged her curves. Her voluminous waves cascaded effortlessly over her shoulders, exuding a perfect blend of youthful charm and seductive allure.

As soon as she saw Vespera, Yasmine sighed in exasperation. "Ugh, you might as well wrap your whole neck up while you're at it."

Vespera smiled lightly. "I'm here for a job opportunity."

She didn't think there was anything wrong with her outfit—a sky-blue sportswear set, her hair pulled into a sleek high ponytail, and a touch of natural makeup. It was clean, professional, and appropriate.

"Vera, men are visual creatures."

"If Dominic just wanted a pretty secretary, that position wouldn't still be open."

Yasmine playfully poked her. "Being beautiful and being competent aren't mutually exclusive. Lucky for you, I bought a spare outfit. We're about the same size, so you're wearing this."

Before Vespera could protest, Yasmine grabbed her and dragged her into the fitting room, practically shoving her into the new outfit.

Since she was counting on Yasmine to introduce her, Vespera couldn't exactly refuse the favor.

When she walked out, she had transformed into a total knockout.

A white sleeveless crop top paired with a black pleated mini-skirt hugged every curve, accentuating her toned figure. Her long, sculpted legs stretched out endlessly, a vision that could make any man lose his mind.

"Oh my God—" Yasmine gasped dramatically, covering her mouth.

"Vespera, you've been hiding all this? Luke is an absolute idiot for not appreciating what he had. And Tina? What the hell does she have that you don't?"

Vespera pretended not to hear the last part.

She frowned at her reflection, feeling uneasy. Dressed like this, it would be easy for Dominic to assume she was trying to seduce him.

"Yasmine, I don't know if…"

"Shh..." Yasmine silenced her with a finger, then fished her phone from her purse and answered the call.

"Hello, Mr. Clarke? Oh, you and Mr. Reid are already there? Great! We'll be right over."

Hearing that, Vespera had no choice but to go along with it. They headed toward the meeting spot.

On the way, Vespera asked, "Yasmine, have you met Dominic before?"

"Once, when I was six. My parents took me to the Reid family's Christmas party. Back then, he was still a kid—pale, chubby, and ridiculously cute. But he moved overseas when he was ten, so he's barely been around since."

"I see…"

Pale, chubby, cute… Vespera couldn't help but picture a steaming, fluffy bun.

The golf cart turned a corner.

Suddenly, a vast, open green appeared before them.

Beyond the rolling hills, a lake shimmered beneath the forest's edge. Closer to them, two men stood engaged in conversation, both dressed in sportswear.

Vespera's gaze landed on one of them, and her breath caught in her throat.

The man in the deep blue polo and camel-colored pants was Alban Clarke.

But the man beside him… He was taller, standing out effortlessly, and dressed in an all-white athletic set. Broad shoulders, a tapered waist, and an air of effortless refinement made him impossible to ignore.

Then, as he turned slightly, the sunlight kissed the sculpted lines of his face, casting sharp shadows along his jaw. His features were so breathtaking that they almost didn't seem real.

Her vision blurred for a moment.

She had seen Alban before, so the man standing beside him could only be—

"Dominic!"

Beside her, Yasmine gasped in excitement. "Oh my God! He looks nothing like he did as a kid. How did he grow up to be so tall and insanely handsome? I can't take it—I'm swooning!"

"This is bad."

"You too? What, did you fall for him at first sight? Completely swept off your feet?"

Vespera's expression was worse than if she had burst into tears.
The golf cart came to a stop.
The two men, who had been deep in conversation, finally turned toward them.