Leap OF Fate novel Chapter 23

Serene’s eyes were as round as the moon as he stared at Justin. She kept blinking her eyes in disbelief. One second… two seconds… ten seconds…

Serene still cannot believe her ears. She continued to stare at the man who was calmly bringing his coffee cup to his upturned mouth.

“Say that again.” Her voice hitched up, ‌sounding unconvinced that she heard him right.

He gently placed the cup that kissed his mouth back on the table. He leaned forward and cupped his face in his right hand. Looking at her straight in the eyes, he uttered, “Come back to Hyacinth Bay with me.”

So I heard him right, Serene mumbled. She stared at him as she digested his words, then responded flatly, “No.”

“No?” He raised his brows and surveyed her face, taking in all her facial details. Once again, he cleared his throat and with unmasked confidence continued, “Come back with me to Hyacinth Bay. You can keep your old post, but I will triple your salary and give you free housing as well.” His eyes challenged her. He knew he gave her a tempting offer.

Serene’s eyes became rounder and rounder and almost popped out of their sockets when she heard his offer. Triple her previous salary? The salary she left was already above market standards. Triple it?!? He must be out of his mind! Free housing? Wow! That’s like a cherry on top!

However, Serene thought it was too good to be true. Justin was a capitalist, and as a capitalist he’s motivated by profit. Such an investment definitely came at a price. Doubt replaced her excitement.

“Why are you doing this? What’s in it for you?” It’s now her turn to look at him with raised brows.