Chapter 1107: Frisking

Chapter 1107: Frisking

After a burst of adrenaline, both women finally closed their eyes to rest.

While they lay in the office, Ayan was tirelessly busy in his spacious

workspace.

Lunch was a brief affair, and Ayan delved into reviewing documents.

Occupying such a large office came at a cost.

In the midst of his busyness, Kian knocked on the door. He approached

Ayan and stopped in front of his desk, speaking in a hushed tone, "Mr.

Simpson, there's a lady looking for you. She's been trying to schedule a

meeting since yesterday. Initially, we thought she was just bored,

admired you, or perhaps a representative of a small company wanting

to collaborate with Simpson Group. I personally met her just now. She

claims to know Mrs. Simpson and wishes to discuss matters

concerning her."

Upon hearing that she knew Camille, Ayan finally reacted. He looked

up at Kian and asked in a calm tone, "Who is she? Do you know her?"

Kian shook his head slightly. "No, I don't. It's the first time I've seen

her."

The first time? If Kian, who worked closely with Ayan, didn't know her,

Ayan likely had no recognition of her either.

Ayan's expression remained calm, but a faint chill appeared in his eyes.

He looked at Kian and said, "Invite her up, but for security reasons,

have her searched.”

Ayan was intrigued. A series of unknown women showing up for

Camille's matters certainly caught his interest. Anything related to

Camille was something he took very seriously.

However, curiosity aside, safety was a priority. Ayan was cautious and

wouldn't easily fall into someone else's trap.

Regardless of the woman's motives or the purpose of her visit, he

would find out when he met her.

About ten minutes later, the woman was escorted into the office by

Kian.

Ayan's office had surveillance, so he wasn't concerned about false

accusations. Sitting behind his desk, he watched the woman entering

with Kian. She was delicate, with a hint of stubborn displeasure in her

eyes, likely due to the discomfort of being frisked.

For Ayan, her feelings didn't matter. He was indifferent to whatever she

thought.

He looked at the woman with detachment, his tone void of warmth.

"Speak. What's the matter?"

The woman's complexion soured, and her brows furrowed with a touch

of defiance. She stared back at Ayan without fear, stating, "Is this how

Mr. Simpson treats a girl he's meeting for the first time? Since I found

my way to Simpson Group to see Mr. Simpson, shouldn't I be cautious?

Mr. Simpson had me frisked; isn't that too impolite?"

Ayan remained unfazed by her words. He glanced at her indifferently

and straightforwardly said, "If you hadn't mentioned anything about

Mrs. Simpson, you probably wouldn't be standing here talking to me.

So, don't waste time. Speak directly about whatever business you

have."

Ayan's demeanor was cold, and his deep eyes carried a chilling

sternness.

The woman, despite her boldness, felt a hint of fear seeing him in this

state.

On the side, Kian discreetly reminded the woman not to waste any

more time. Her expression turned slightly serious, lips pressed together

in hesitation. After nearly ten seconds of contemplation, she spoke in a

subdued tone, "Mr. Simpson, my name is Crystal. You can arrange for

an investigation into me if you wish. I came here today to talk to you

about something related to Camille. However, I need your secretary to

leave. I only want to talk to you alone."

Ayan subconsciously furrowed his brows. He had heard this name from

Camille just last night. At that time, Camille even asked him if Crystal

had some hidden agenda.

Now, Crystal was standing in front of him, seeking a meeting with him,

not for the first time.

Ayan couldn't help but be surprised. He looked up at Crystal and said,

"Since she's my secretary, there's nothing she shouldn't know."

“You may trust your secretary, but I don't. This matter is of great

importance to me, so I prefer to speak with you alone. Is Mr. Simpson

afraid that a frisked girl like me could do something?" Crystal spoke

with unfriendly hostility, yet there was an underlying attempt to draw

Ayan in.

This was Ayan's initial impression of her.

He looked at Crystal indifferently, his gaze cold. "You don't need to

provoke me because it won't work. I don't fall for these tactics.”

“If Mr. Simpson thinks my words are provoking, then there's no need to

continue this conversation." Crystal said and seemed ready to leave.

Ayan didn't stop her. In fact, Kian subconsciously looked at Ayan, but

Ayan's eyes were calm, devoid of any reaction.

So, whether Crystal chose to stay or leave made no difference to him.

Crystal sensed Ayan's indifference. When she reached the office door,

about to leave, Ayan still showed no intention of detaining her. This

slowed her steps.

She kept speculating about what Ayan meant.

Did he genuinely have no curiosity or desire to know?

Ayan's indifference was apparent, and when Crystal was about to lift

her foot to leave, Ayan still made no effort to stop her. This made her

steps slow down.

She was constantly guessing Ayan's intentions. Did he truly have no

curiosity and no desire to know?

Ayan passed a glance to Kian, and Kian nodded in understanding. He

promptly caught up with Crystal. Speaking in a low voice, he said,

"Miss Bill, it's not easy to meet Mr. Simpson. Are you really willing to

leave just like this? You indeed have something important to discuss

with Mr. Simpson. If you find my presence inappropriate, I can leave.

However, for security reasons, the office door can't be closed. Can you

accept that?"

Kian's words surprised Crystal, and she instinctively looked at him. Her

gaze then swept toward Ayan, who remained indifferent.

Crystal hesitated for a moment. She was smart enough to realize that

Ayan was offering her a way out. If she didn't accept, the conversation

might truly come to an end.

With a slight clench of her hands and a more gentle expression on her

face, she looked at Ayan and said, "Fine, thank you, Kian."

Kian nodded slightly, "Miss Bill, you're welcome."

Kian led Crystal out of the office, leaving just enough space for them to

exit but not go too far.

Crystal understood that she couldn't demand too much, or else with

Ayan's current temper, they wouldn't be able to continue the

conversation.

After Kian exited the office, Crystal turned back to where she was

standing, keeping her eyes on Ayan, attempting to assess what kind of

person he truly was.

However, this brief eye contact didn't last long before Ayan spoke, "Has

Miss Bill decided what she wants to say?"

Crystal pressed her lips lightly. She opened her mouth and said, "Mr.

Simpson doesn't need to be overly cautious with me. I'm not that bored,

and I didn't come for you."

"So, are you still insisting that you came for my Mrs. Simpson?"

"Yes."

"Then, what is it?"

Crystal pressed her lips again. She silently took a deep breath, then

pulled out a piece of paper from her bag. Walking to the desk, she

handed the paper to Ayan, saying, "Mr. Simpson, take a look at this

first.”

Ayan didn't reach out for the paper but instead lowered his gaze to

glance at the contents.

His initially calm brows gradually furrowed, and a trace of incredulity

appeared in his eyes.

The next moment, he immediately looked up at Crystal, asking, "What

is this?"

Crystal spoke softly, "Mr. Simpson, do you think the person in the

picture resembles someone?"

Ayan remained silent, but his expression and reaction were enough to

indicate his answer.

Crystal continued, "Doesn't it look alike? I think it does, but my opinion

alone doesn't count. It's essential for Mr. Simpson to agree. That's the

purpose of my visit today. So, is Mr. Simpson willing to talk to me now?"

Crystal was just a college student, still in school. Yet, she had the

courage to negotiate with Ayan, making it difficult to ignore her.