When There Is Nothing Left But Love novel (Ashton and Scarlett ) novel Chapter 1164

Business with Holden?

My first instinct was Holden bringing over some call girls into the office and basically destroying my innocence.

Instantly, I was on high alert. “What business could we even do together?”

“Don’t say that.” Holden tapped his chest lightly with a fist where he had just placed the dictaphone. “I may be helping Ashton find someone as of right now, but if you have anything to tell Marcus in private, I can ask my subordinates to pass on the message. I can even ensure an instant reply. How does that sound?”

While the person mimicking me was technically a real human being, there was no way they could copy all my mannerisms and my way of speaking. Marcus was smart enough that he would definitely realize after just a few sentences. If Holden really could get me to talk to Marcus directly, things would go much more smoothly.

Still, I kept in mind that there was no such thing as a free lunch. “What do you want in return?”

Holden’s glad eyes suddenly creased into smiling crescent moons. “I just want some of your help. You’re the general manager of White Corporation after all. A nod from you is all I need.”

I knew from experience that a smile like that from Holden simply meant there was much more to his words. My frown deepened and I asked in suspicion, “Are you sure it is just some help?”

Ashton came back from the balcony with his phone in hand. He frowned slightly at the sight of my angry expression but quickly rearranged his features into his usual calm mask. He said, “That’s business. There’s no such thing as doing someone a favor. You worked hard to get where you are today too. We can’t change anything between just the two of us. Something happened at the company and I need to make a stop at the hospital. Don’t wait up for me.”

After that, he put his phone into his pocket and picked his jacket up from the living room before walking toward the door.

He stopped right before walking out and looked back. “If you want to actually get your benefits, then come with me.”

That was directed at Holden. He scoffed before following Ashton out. Before he left, he even whispered a reminder to think about our possible exchange.