Chasing His Scentless Mate (Caroline) novel Chapter 137

Chapter 137: Chapter 137 Keeping Professional Boundaries

Caroline’s POV

Ryan and I joined Draven and Kyle for a quick meeting in the conference room. Draven had received a call from investors in New York, and they needed to travel there to finalize an important partnership.

"The clients are very satisfied with our proposal, but they’ve asked us to come in person," Draven explained, his violet eyes briefly meeting mine before I looked away. "They want to extend the contract, but they insist on doing it face-to-face."

"Alright. When are we going?" Ryan asked, already pulling out his tablet to check his schedule. 𝑓𝑟ℯ𝘦𝓌𝘦𝘣𝑛𝑜𝓋𝑒𝓁.𝑐ℴ𝓂

"Tomorrow," Draven replied. "Kyle’s coming with us, but I’d like Caroline to join us too. It’s important for her to meet these investors and be aware of the negotiations."

My stomach did a little flip at the thought of being trapped on a plane with him for hours. I’d been doing everything possible to avoid being alone with Draven for the past week.

"I agree," Ryan nodded. "What do you think, Carrie?"

"Look, I think I should stay,"I said quickly."These clients request a lot of documentation, and you might need something from headquarters while you’re there, like last time."

"That’s true,"Ryan agreed."We managed to close the Grand Canyon company contract faster thanks to Caroline’s efficiency in gathering information."

"Yeah, you’re right," Draven sighed, disappointment flashing across his handsome face. "Well, then Caroline stays. And takes care of everything while we’re away."

"It will be my pleasure, gentlemen," I agreed. "And how long will you be gone?"

"At least a week," Draven confirmed, his eyes lingering on me a moment too long.

We spent the rest of the day arranging everything necessary for their trip. I gathered documents, prepared briefing packets, and they walked me through all the schedules I would need to manage in their absence. By the time I finished, night had fallen over the city.

I was gathering my things, preparing to leave, when Draven appeared at my office door.

"Caroline, may I speak with you for a moment?"

I nodded reluctantly and followed him into his office, keeping a distance between us. As soon as the door closed, his calm mask slipped away.

"Why are you avoiding me?" he asked directly, his violet eyes intense. "You run the other way when you see me in the hallway. You leave meetings the second they end. You won’t even look at me."

"I’m not avoiding you," I lied, crossing my arms defensively. "I’ve just been busy."

"Caroline."He moved closer,"Please don’t lie to me."

I backed up until I felt the edge of his desk behind me. Without warning, he pulled me into his arms, the scent of cedarwood and musk enveloping me.

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