“I’m Aiden. Aiden Johnson. CEO of Tech-Hub and the only heir to the Johnson Corporation,” the young man announced with a smug grin plastered across his face.
His arrogance made my skin crawl in disgust.
“Mr. Johnson, I’m not quite sure I understand,” I said calmly, trying to remain professional. “I thought this dinner was arranged to discuss business?”
“Of course, Laura. It is a business dinner,” Mr. Johnson chuckled heartily, clearly entertained. “Aiden has been in the business world far longer than you,” he added with a proud smile. “You could learn a thing or two from him. He’s the future of my empire, so I’ll leave the talking to you two. This old man is just here for the food.”
As if on cue, three waiters entered the room, pushing two trolleys piled high with exquisite dishes. The
