Chapter 48
Vivian Bennett nodded her thanks to the receptionist.
She turned and walked toward the elevator.
She pressed the button for the top floor.
The elevator ascended slowly.
It arrived at the CEO office floor.
The doors slid open.
The hallway was empty.
It was so quiet she could hear her own breathing.
She couldn't help but frown.
What game was Zachary Hudson playing now?
Had he already left?
Vivian pushed open the heavy solid wood door.
She entered without an invitation.
"Miss Bennett's manners are truly astounding."
A cold, mocking voice came from inside the room.
Vivian's steps faltered slightly.
So he really was in his office.
She walked straight to the desk.
Zachary Hudson lounged lazily in his leather chair.
A scantily clad beauty was snuggled in his arms.
"Towards people with no credibility,"
"manners are unnecessary."
Her red lips curved upward.
She retorted sharply.
Two full days.
She had waited since yesterday.
And he was here, fooling around in his office.
This realization ignited a fire within her.
Zachary Hudson lived up to his reputation.
A spoiled, womanizing playboy.
He had time for women.
But no time for serious business.
"I merely made you wait a little longer."
"Does Sullivan Group lack that much sincerity?"
Zachary raised his flirtatious eyes.
He smiled with reckless abandon.
As he spoke,
his fingers still lingered on the woman's waist.
The woman let out a seductive moan.
Vivian got goosebumps.
She had no interest in watching a live sex show.
She was afraid of getting an eyeful.
"Mr. Hudson."
"We need to discuss the cooperation now."
"Could you please ask your companion to step out for a moment?"
She suppressed her anger.
She spoke each word clearly.
Zachary glanced at her sideways.
"If she leaves,"
"will you take her place?"
Vivian was stunned.
"What?"
A dark light flashed in Zachary's eyes.
"If you're willing to replace her,"
"the contract matter,"
"might be open for discussion."
Vivian's pupils constricted violently.
Rage churned in her chest.
He dared to openly suggest an under-the-table deal.
He wanted to make her one of his playthings.
She was about to refuse sternly.
The woman in Zachary's arms suddenly writhed.
"Mr. Hudson~ It's so hot~"
She removed her outer shirt right in front of Vivian.
Her voice was sickeningly sweet.
Clearly intending to put on an R-rated performance.
Vivian saw it clearly.
This woman was deliberately trying to force her to leave.
She didn't want to watch this scene for even half a second.
But she thought of the generous bonus.
She thought of the job she had to keep.
Vivian clenched her teeth.
She suddenly turned and sat on the edge of the desk.
She crossed her long legs elegantly.
She widened her eyes.
She stared directly at the two without any avoidance.
"Go on."
"I'm waiting to see Mr. Hudson's performance."