CROSSING PATHS WITH THE YOUNG CEO
*Crossing Paths with the Young CEO*
Jai Chen, a stunning 30-year-old Chinese American woman, has given up on love after a painful past breakup. Her life is a complex web of heartache, disappointment, and unfulfilled dreams.
When Jai meets Lute Luther, the enigmatic and notorious 26-year-old CEO of Luther-croft Industries, her life takes an unexpected turn. Lute's charming smile, piercing gaze, and confident demeanor hide a dark past and a reputation for being ruthless in business.
As their paths continue to cross, Jai and Lute find themselves irresistibly drawn to each other. Despite their differences and the danger that Lute's world poses, they can't deny the intense chemistry between them.
Will Jai and Lute overcome their past heartaches and fears to make their relationship work? Or will their love become a casualty of their complicated lives?
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"Fine," he said, his voice flat, completely devoid of emotion. "What do you want? Money, luxury? Just name it."
I couldn't help but notice the cold, detached tone as he spoke—like I was nothing more than a transaction.
"In exchange... to be my mistress," he finished, his words hanging in the air.
I gave a low, almost dismissive laugh. "Of course. I was right all along," I said, my voice dripping with sarcasm. "You know what?" I arched an eyebrow, snapping my fingers right in front of his face with a quick motion. "Why don't you leave me alone and go find someone your own age?"
He tilted his head slightly, a sly smile tugging at the corners of his lips. "So it's about the age, huh?" He raised an eyebrow in return, but I saw the flicker of hurt behind his eyes.
I shrugged, rolling my eyes dramatically. "Yes. It is."