Chapter 73 Transaction

"Leave," Blake commanded and Julius nodded as he turned to go without any word. "Would you like a drink before we proceed?" Blake asked, glancing at Abigail as he exhaled smoke from his nose. "Proceed?" Abigail repeated, her expression slightly confused. Blake took the glass and gulped down the drink before tossing his cigarette aside. He stood up and stepped closer to her, their shoulders brushing against each other. Leaning in towards her ear, he spoke softly, and she could feel his breath tingling on her skin... "Working for me instead." He replied, casting a look at her. A small smile playing on his lips.