She didnât admonish Thiago but subtly reminded him that he was married and had a daughter.
After all, few men in power manage to resist temptation, and verbal persuasion often serves as a reminder.
As Thiago thought of his daughter, his eyes softened momentarily, and his earlier fervor seemed to fade.
He watched Rosalynn tucking the file into her bag and commented with a grin, âMrs.
Hughes, youâre quite capable.
Securing this partnership immediately upon assuming the role of CEO of the Hughes Group is truly impressive.
â
With a subdued smile, Rosalynn responded, âThank you, Mr.
Blake.
Iâm looking forward to working smoothly together.
Iâve lined up some activities for you that I think youâll enjoy.
â
Some activities?
Thiagoâs face brightened.
âYouâre so thoughtful.
What have you planned for me?â
Rosalynn exchanged a knowing look with Valeria, who chimed in cheerfully, âWell, activities that will benefit both your mind and body! Youâll see soon enough!â
Twenty minutes later, Thiagoâs enthusiasm had turned to dismay.
He had assumed Rosalynn would follow the usual pattern of other suppliers, perhaps providing some post-dinner company with a beautiful woman.
However, to his surpriseâ¦
âs BunnyBookery
A swimming pool and an indoor gymwhat the hell was this?
It seemed these women were using the chance to give him a hard time!
Rosalynn and Valeria stepped out of the private room together.
With a warm smile, Rosalynn expressed her gratitude once more, âValeria, I owe you big time for this.
How can I ever repay you?â
Tucking a stray lock of hair behind her ear, Valeria responded with a light-hearted tone, âWhy so formal, Rosalynn? Youâve been there for me plenty of times.
Canât I do the same for you?â
Rosalynnâs smile softened as she admired Valeriaâs timeless beauty, her gaze flickering.
âYou know, I really should thank Hutton for bringing you into this.
You and Huttonâ¦â
Valeria cut her off, a hint of finality in her voice.
âRosalynn, whatever occurred between Hutton and me is all in the past now.
â
She continued, her voice growing steadier, âI enjoy the current state of my life.
Relationships wonât tie me down.
Iâm all in on my acting career now, aiming for the stars.
â
Her smile was radiant, echoing her newfound freedom.
Rosalynn bit back the words she was about to say, sighing quietly to herself as she thought about Huttonâs somber demeanor.
Valeria might have moved on, but it was clear Hutton hadnât.
The toll of their marriage and subsequent divorce weighed heavily on him.