Never Too Far Novel

Chapter 23

Nevertheless, Anastasia tensed up when she saw John. Still, she had no right to interfere in her client’s clothing preference, even though they were discussing business. Then, Anastasia quickly sat down on the couch before giving John her draft. “You can take a look at the draft that I’ve designed for you, President Curtis. Do let me know if I should make any changes.”

After going through the draft papers, John complimented with a pleased manner, “These are great! As expected from a capable designer. I really like your designs, Miss Tillman.”

Then, he poured a cup of tea for Anastasia. “Do have some tea, and let’s start discussing our contract after this.”

“Uhm, I’m not thirsty since I just had dinner with my colleagues just now.” Anastasia rejected politely.

“You don’t have to see yourself as an outsider, Miss Tillman. How can you refuse a cup of tea when you’re already at my house? Isn’t that disrespectful?” John made it clear that he was upset.

Meanwhile, Anastasia stared at the cup of tea and made a decision before she took the tea and drank it. “President Curtis, it’s already late now, so why don’t we sign the contract now? My colleague is still waiting for me outside.”

John’s

sent me over because I wasn’t driving. Since it’s hard to get a cab here, I still need his help to send me home later on,” Anastasia explained with a smile as she tried to imply that someone was waiting for her and would

draft again. Nevertheless, he was observing Anastasia’s reaction from the corners of his eyes. So

some money to buy her silence, and everything would be over. This was the tactic that John used every time, and all of the ladies ended up

be obedient

suddenly felt cold sweat forming around her neck as well as a warm feeling around her chest

tea for her. “Miss Tillman, you look like you are hot. Here, have another cup

the cool tea soothed her momentarily, she didn’t know

something wrong with the draft?” Anastasia asked worriedly as she

your ability as well. Hold on. I need

was trying to drag the time because the drugs needed some time to be activated.

was starting to feel really hot, and her face was flushed. It wasn’t until a sudden strong sensation from the lower part of her body hit her that she realized that something

burning within my body and chipping away at my consciousness and rationality. Could