My Sweet Seduction novel Chapter 71

AS TIME CHANGED, my chest tightened even more. I was not on myself while meeting with another client. My mind was occupying by Samuel Saavedra. I tried to breathe calmly, but every time I looked up at the clock, my panic and anxiety attack frightened me.

My meeting with Mr. Talameda already ended, but I am still here in my swivel chair and facing the large glass wall of my office.

From here, I can see the lofty hotel of Saavedra. Even from a distance, it can increase the height and size due to the few floors.

I put air in my chest and then pounded the diamond ring on my shovel ring. I trust him. I trust Lawrence and our relationship, and no matter what happens, I will continue to fight for my love for him.

I did not even inform Lawrence of our meeting. Indeed nothing terrible would happen if Samuel and I just talked.

My heart beats louder than it should ever since my heels stepped on their hotel. I tightened my grip on my shoulder bag and forced myself to relax.

“Are you Miss Margaux Collins?” A woman greeted me with a sweet smile.

“Yes!” I sparingly answer. Perhaps she is Samuel’s secretary.

She guided me into a private room. “Would you like coffee or tea, Ma’am?” she asked politely.

“No, I’m fine! Thank you!” I simply said.

“Oh, sure! Will you please wait for a while? Mr. Saavedra will be out in any minute!” she smiled broadly at me before she left.

I wrapped my palms around my lap. I also took a few deep breaths and calmed my heart.

I was startled in the seat when the big leaf opened, and it spat out the image of the strong and aristocratic Saavedra. I quickly stood up to greet him, but he also promptly motioned for me to sit down again.

“I thought you would not accept my invitation,” he said as he slowly seated in his swivel chair.

“I don’t mix emotion when it comes to work. I presume you have an interesting proposal to discuss with me at this very moment, am I right, Mr. Saavedra?” I said straightforwardly. I also lifted my chin and looked him in the eye.

Samuel leaned back in his seat with his lips twitched a bit.

“I will not take second thoughts anymore. I want you to leave my son Lawrence,” he said with complete authority.

His words cut through my heart. I quickly felt the ring on my finger and did not show hurt at what he said.

“You know Lawrence; he’s young, wild, and lively. Let’s just say that he is not that serious when it comes to a relationship. Of course, he has many more women to meet than you.”

I swallowed. His words were like a thin knife that sat right through my heart. I can’t imagine it all coming out of Lawrence’s father.

“Given that you have a child, I can provide his needs. I can also give him a better life and the privilege to be called Saavedra,” he said with a laced sarcasm.

Did I finally believe what he said? I was about to open my mouth to speak but it quickly followed what was said.

“That son of mine is stubborn, so I talked to you about it. Maybe we understand each other, Miss Collins?” he said as he curled up his lips upward.

I fall my lashes down. I do not know how I should feel about what he said. How can he be so sure that I will follow everything he said just because he wanted to? I’m not that kind of person. I’m not easily manipulated.

“Elliesse is the one I want my son to marry. She’s the example of a successful woman. She doesn’t depend on what the family has. She can stand on her own feet and make her own name in her own way. That is what I want for my son.”

Again, a winning smile appeared on his face like a hot summer. “I hope we understand, hija?”