Chapter 16: Longing
[ At Starlight Group: CEO’s Office...]
"You traitor! What happened to ’You can spend the night with her... just let me see her face?!" Ashton burst into Dominique’s office, berating his once-trusted friend for betraying their agreement.
He thought Dominique would leave Hilton Bay Hotel as soon as he caught a glimpse of Athena’s face. However, Ashton was disheartened when Dominique failed to call him the previous night. He felt cheated! He was supposed to be the one spending time with Athena.
"Spill it! What happened last night between the two of you? What does she look like? Did you even manage to capture a photo of her? Let me at least see my goddess’ face!" Ashton slammed his palms on the surface of Dominique’s desk.
Meanwhile, Dominique was unfazed by his best friend’s ranting. He was leaning on his chair, his eyes covered by his elbow. It seemed that he was in a deep thought.
"C’mon Dominique Smith! Don’t brush me off. I deserve a proper explanation!" Ashton demanded, throwing a fit.
Annoyed by Ashton’s outburst, Dominique let out a deep sigh and adjusted himself in his seat, straightening his back. Lowering his hand, he shot a piercing gaze at Ashton.
"How much information do you actually have about Athena?" Dominique inquired, maintaining his cold and composed tone.
Ashton was momentarily startled by Dominique’s earnest demeanor. There was a profound curiosity evident in Dominique’s gray eyes, particularly when it came to Athena.
"Why? Why this sudden interest in Athena? Damn! Are you trying to say you developed a liking for her after laying eyes on her last night?" Ashton inquired, puzzled by his best friend’s sudden interest.