“Actually, I planned to give you a gift, but I haven’t had time to buy it yet,” Ben said again. “How about we go shopping after this? You two can buy the clothes you like.”
Kara spontaneously shook her head. “Sorry, Mister Wilson. We appreciate your kindness, but we have another agenda after this.”
“I promised myself I would give them a gift, Kara. Please don’t make me feel guilty. All men have to keep their promises. Isn’t that right, Louis?”
“Yeah!” Louis said, nodding firmly. “We have to go with Mr. Wilson to the mall, Mommy. Otherwise, he will definitely be sad and
disappointed.”
Kara smiled, half grimacing. It’s unusual for her to be confused about finding a solution.
Suddenly, Ben reached out for her hand that was resting on the table. Don’t worry, Kara. This isn’t a hassle at all. I’m actually happy to see your children smiling happily.”
Kara’s breath hitched. Her brows furrowed and her back tensed. She felt uncomfortable with the touch.
However, Kara still tried to be polite. With slow movements, she pulled her hands to her lap.
“Thank you, Mr. Wilson. But-”
“If you’re afraid of being in debt, you can repay it by helping me,” Ben interrupted, raising an eyebrow.
Kara was silent for a moment. “What help do you need?”
Hearing Kara’s cute confused tone, Ben’s smile widened.
“I’m developing a new business in the perfume sector. If you don’t mind, I’d like you to help me test samples tomorrow. Didn’t Frank take you to watch the trials? I think you’re already experienced in testing.”
The corners of Kara’s lips twitched. ‘Not watching, but being the guinea pig.’
“Okay, that’s fair enough,” she nodded then.
Ben let out a sigh of relief. He was happy that Kara had finally opened a wider path for him.
After having fun with Kara and the twins and sending them to their apartment, Ben finally checked his phone. That’s when he saw a message from Sean.
“Rowan Harper invited me?” he sighed in disbelief.
Guessing, Ben returned to his car. It was not too late for him to attend the rare invitation.
“Good evening, Mr. Harper,” Ben said as soon as he entered the villa. Rowan was sitting on his favorite sofa.
“I thought you rejected my invitation,” the old man replied, lowering one eyebrow.
Ben laughed formally. “I couldn’t possibly ignore an invitation from the number one businessman not only in this country, but in the whole world.”
Receiving such high praise, Rowan’s face brightened. With the corners of his lips curled up, he nodded and got up from the sofa.
“So, how are you, Young Wilson?”
“Very good, Sir, moreover … I can meet you again after a long time. I
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While laughing, Rowan patted Ben’s shoulder. Then, he invited him to walk towards the dining room.
“So, are you still close friends with Frank?” Rowan asked as they sat at the dining table.
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