Chapter 1692

Skyler was one to stick to her guns-what was hers, she’d accept without hesitation. What wasn’t, she wouldn’t covet for a moment more.

“You know you can ask for more,” Zavier said, his tone casual as he leaned back in his leather chair.

“Thanks, Mr. Rivera, for the offer, but there are rules here. Just because we know each other, doesn’t mean you should cut me the fattest slice of the pie,” Skyler replied, her voice firm yet polite.

“I’m not offering you a better deal because we’re acquainted. It’s because I truly admire your work,” Zavier insisted, his eyes meeting hers across the desk.

Hearing his genuine respect for her art, Skyler’s face broke into a warm, sincere smile. “I appreciate your kind words about my work, Mr. Rivera. But honestly, I’m more than happy with what the company has offered me.”

“Idiot!” Zavier blurted out.

Her lyrics and melodies were worth their weight in gold, far more than his initial offer. She could easily demand a higher bounty, yet there she was, stubbornly settling for less. If that wasn’t foolish, what was?e2

caught off-guard by his

contract is signed, we will make the initial payment. The remaining balance will be paid

Skyler

Skyler from here on out,”

her brows furrowing slightly.

is her,” Zavier said, revealing Skyler’s

her. “Wait, you’re not the Skyler-the one the Rivera family picked out as the fiancée,

to the Rivera

Zavier got her, “In the workplace, she’s just ‘Free.’ Don’t let her other

Tina replied, nodding.

such words from him

Yet, he was also different from her. While she suffered in silence, he

wasn’t as reckless as she’d once thought. Perhaps this was his way of protecting himself.

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