The Hockey Roommate's Filthy Desire novel Chapter 172

Chapter 172

ARIA’S POV

A few hours after Brandon left my office, I was still sitting at my desk, trying to clear my mind. My discussion with him had left me feeling drained

him, but his constant jealousy was starting to feel like a heavy weight. I shook my head, forcing myself to n at the work in front of me. I couldn’t afford to get distracted. I had a company to run.

department and told them to start pulling the security camera logs from Fred’s old office. If David’s plan was

needed every single piece of evidence showing Fred’s bad behavior in this building.

the middle of typing an email when a quiet knock came at the door. Chloe stepped inside, looking very She was holding a small piece of paper tightly in her hand.

a, I am so sorry to disturb you,” Chloe said, walking over to my desk. “But the investment company just called back main line. The main owner of the firm is actually in town right now.”

used, looking up from my laptop. “The owner? I th

o did I,” Chloe said, handing me the paper. “But before they officially send the money to our ba

looked down at the paper. Written on it w downtown. I frowned, a strange feeling fo

“A hotel room, Chloe? Why can’t he jus a restaurant?”

“I asked the exact same thing,” Ch because he flies out of the cour personal signature is the ver

I hesitated, staring at the irregular and unprofes

Fred was still out

the gap his exit

If a quick m

“Alright

gone

were dealing with their legal team and managers.”

st arrived. He insists on speaking directly with the CEO wants to meet you face-to-face right now.”

private penthouse room at a very expensive luxury hotel h.

adquarters? Or at least meet me for a normal business lunch at

apologetic. “They said his schedule today is incredibly tight ogized for the short notice and the location, but they said his get the money rolling. If you don’t go, the deal might get delayed.”

e that something about this situation was completely wrong. It felt drifted to the piles of financial documents on my desk.

and ruin our market value. We desperately needed that cash influx to cover

way to save my father’s company and secure our future, I had to do it.

stood up and grabbed my handbag. “I’ll go meet him. Watch the office while I’m

nodding as she stepped back to let me pass.

to the grand entrance of the luxury hotel. I walked inside, my heart beating a little fast ate elevator all the way to the top floor.

med and slid open, I found myself facing a large, quiet hallway. Two large security guards stood of the penthouse.

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they just looked at me, nodded politely, and opened the doors to let me inside. The penthouse was a fortune.

ss windows showing the whole city, expensive leather couches, and soft lighting. But the most striking as how completely quiet it was. There were no assistants, no lawyers, and no laptops.

d out, taking a few tentative steps into the room, my heels clicking softly against the marble floor. “I’m Aria,

e far end of the room clicked

dark alcohol.

ment the light hit his fa

wave of pure, hot

ut into the living space, casually holding a crystal glass

ly left my lungs. My heart stopped dead in my

ntire body.

beautifu

Je took a calm sip of his drink, looking at

diately took a sharp step back toward the main exit. “You own the

Chapter 172

“Calm down, Aria. Don’t make a scene, Luca said smoothly. He raised his free hand, waving it in the air to tell me to relax.

There’s absolutely no need to scream or cry. The quards outside the door belong to me, and the walls in this place are completely thick. Why don’t you sit down on the couch so we can talk like adults about your father’s company?”

“I am not sitting down anywhere near you, Luca,” I spat, clenching my hands into tight fists so hard my nails dug into my palms. “You are a sick, pathetic snake. I am leaving this room right now, and the investment deal is completely dead.” “Are you completely sure about that?” Luca asked. He didn’t look angry. He just looked amused as he walked over to a glass table and set his drink down. He turned back to me, taking a few steps closer.

“Your company is in massive trouble, Aria. I know all about Fred. He is ready to ruin your family name and your stock value in court. I am the only one who can save you. I will invest the money I promised and honestly, I can give you even more. I can give you enough cash to make your company perfectly safe from anyone.”

He stopped right in front of me, cutting off my path. His eyes moved down my body in a disgusting, slow way that made my skin crawl with revulsion.

“All I want in return for that money… is just a single night with you.” I stared at him, completely shocked by how shameless and bold he was being. “Think about it,” Luca whispered, his eyes looking dark and completely obsessed.

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