Chapter 3 Chapitre 3

Chapter 3

As she was about to leave the office after a meeting about her new position, she felt a familiar presence in the hallway, an insistent gaze. She froze, trying to hide the slight shiver that had just run down her spine. Looking up, she met Jaxon's gaze, standing there, observing her with an interest hidden by his eternal mask of calm. It was both disturbing and fascinating, and despite herself, she felt caught in an inexplicable tension.

"I see you've quickly got your bearings," he said, his deep voice echoing in the silence of the hallway. She tried to maintain her confidence, but the proximity of this man always had the gift of disturbing her. His imposing presence, his sharp gaze that seemed to pierce into her most secret thoughts... She took a breath, holding back a hint of challenge in her eyes.

"I learn quickly," she replied, giving a discreet smile. She knew, every interaction with Jaxon had to be weighed. The slightest gesture, the slightest word.

"That's something I'm beginning to understand," he replied, his gaze sliding over her with an intensity that made her blush despite herself. "But tell me, why this sudden interest in my business? he asked, his voice soft and controlled, but she could sense a slight hint of distrust.

She hesitated for a split second, then replied, with apparent sincerity, "I want to find out what it means to work for someone like you. I guess that must be...interesting. »

He took a step closer, further closing the space between them. She could almost feel the heat emanating from him, that intoxicating mix of danger and attraction. His hand brushed her arm, forcing her to hold his gaze without flinching. "There are many things to discover, indeed," he murmured, as if it were a warning.

Her heartbeat accelerated, but she didn't allow herself to step back. She didn't want to show him any flaws. His hand moved down slightly, brushing her wrist, as if toying with the boundary of what was acceptable. She knew it was a kind of test, a game where she had to prove that she was capable of resisting his grip.

"I hope you are ready to face the reality of this universe," he added.