By the end of the meeting, Chairman Liu had unofficially adopted me. That was the only explanation. Because somehow during contract discussions, international negotiations, and enough paperwork to legally destroy my eyesight— the man decided he liked me. A lot. Very concerningly a lot. “Miss Elena!” Chairman Liu called warmly while we prepared to leave. “You visit Hong Kong again yes?” I smiled politely. “I’d love to.” “GOOD! You come to me anytime you need anything.” I blinked. “Anything?” “Yes yes! Anything!” I glanced at Adrian suspiciously. “Sir, respectfully, that sounds dangerous to offer me.” Chairman Liu burst into loud laughter again. “She funny! I keep her!” Adrian adjusted his cufflinks calmly beside me. “That seems to be a recurring issue today.” Chairman Liu

