They Want Me Back When It's Too Late (Jessica and Brian) novel Chapter 45

At 7:00 PM. Madeline came to a luxurious restaurant

“Ma. Houghton, it’s been a few months. You’ve become even more charming and poised.” Michael Hooper said with a flattering smile.

Tm so flattered. Mr. Hooper. Madeline replied with a standard social smile.

Madeline felt a range of discomfort as she thought. This stupid middle–aged man praised my poise instead of my competence.

Only Madeline herself knew that everything she had was just a carbon copy of Jessica’s.

Without wasting more time, she cut straight to the point. Mr. Hooper, I heard you’ve worked closely with Grant Group over the years. I assume you might have a few extra invitations to their party, right?

There was a brief flicker of displeasure in Madeline’s eyes. Michael’s overtly appreciative gaze started to grate on her.

However, she wasn’t intimidated. She knew very well that Michael wouldn’t dare cross any lines with her. After all, she was Brian’s personal secretary.

With Brian’s influence, even someone like Michael has to think twice before trying anything shady, Madeline thought. ‘He might want to take advantage, but he won’t risk offending Brian‘

Michael looked her over with a suggestive glint in his eyes. “I do have extra invitations, but Ms. Houghton, surely you know we businessmen never make deals without something in return.”

Madeline’s smile stiffened slightly. She thought bitterly, Tm Brian’s secretary. I’ve been by his side for years. Shouldn’t one invitation be the least they offer me out of respect for Brian?

Her silence seemed to amuse Michael. He leaned back with a knowing look, eyeing her like she was merchandise on display.

Honestly, he was curious about what kind of woman Brian would be interested in.

“Ms. Houghton, I’ve reserved a presidential suite upstairs. Why don’t we continue this discussion there after dinner?” He added while swirling his wine glass, “As for the invitation, it’s no big deal.

So now, even faced with Michael’s crude suggestion, Madeline didn’t flinch.

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