Chasing His Scentless Mate (Caroline) novel Chapter 32

Chapter 32: Chapter 32 Business Meeting

Caroline’s POV

When I arrived at Draven’s building on Saturday morning, I couldn’t help but admire the sleek modern architecture. After checking in with the doorman, I made my way to the elevator. Despite this being a "business meeting," my mind wandered to all the ways I could tease my Alpha boss today.

Eleanor and I had stayed up late carefully selecting clothes, shoes, lingerie, and plotting what she called our "seduction strategy."

She’d convinced me to wear a silk off-shoulder white blouse paired with a knee-length pencil skirt that hugged my curves perfectly. The skirt’s daring side slit revealed just enough leg to be teasing yet professional. I completed the look with black pointed stilettos that made my legs look endless.

A delicate silver chain necklace adorned my neck, and my slim-framed glasses gave me that sexy secretary look Eleanor insisted would drive him wild. My hair was styled in loose waves, and my makeup was subtle but alluring. Underneath, I wore a matching set of black lace lingerie with delicate straps—my secret weapon.

My outfit managed to be both office-appropriate and tantalizingly attractive.

Now standing in this elevator, I found myself thinking about how to provoke my boss when I should be focusing on work.

The building had one apartment per floor, with the elevator opening directly into each residence. When the doors slid open, I was genuinely impressed—everything was bright and elegant without being ostentatious. It was modern and exuded power, perfectly reflecting my boss’s personality and status as an Alpha.

I walked through the hall, already hearing Ryan’s laughter echoing from somewhere inside. A man in his fifties approached to greet me courteously.

"Miss Caroline, good morning. I’m Jorge. They’re on the terrace, please follow me."

I thanked him and followed Jorge through the spacious apartment. When we reached the terrace, I found Draven, Clara, and Ryan engaged in conversation. As I entered, they fell silent, and I heard Ryan whistle while he started singing "Pretty Woman." This was becoming routine whenever I entered a room.

"Good morning, were you talking about me?" I greeted them playfully.

"Caroline, you look absolutely stunning in that dress!" Ryan complimented, his eyes appreciative but respectful.

"If I weren’t already looking at someone else, Carrie, I wouldn’t leave you alone for a second," Ryan added with a wink.

"If you weren’t looking at someone else, Ryan, and I didn’t know you had your eye on Emma from marketing, you’d be reassigned to branch right now!" Draven said with a smile. "And you, miss, will have to start wearing a burqa!"

He stood up, walked over to me, gave me a kiss on the cheek, and pulled me by the hand rather possessively, his touch sending warmth through our skin-to-skin contact.

I greeted Clara before sitting down. When I crossed my legs, I felt Draven lean in close, his cedar and musky scent enveloping me as he whispered in my ear:

"I’m going to have Jorge bring a blanket to cover those wonderful legs!"

I smiled, but he didn’t even have time to follow through as Mr. White arrived right after, his presence commanding attention despite the casual setting.

"Good morning everyone!" He greeted cheerfully. "Caroline, dear, how wonderful to see you again. How are you?" he said, kissing me on both cheeks.

"Very well, Mr. White, thank you. And you?" I replied, genuinely happy to see him again.

"Thanks to you, I’m getting back on my feet, my dear!"

"Oh please, I didn’t do anything. But I’m glad things are going well."

He squeezed my hand gently and turned to my boss:

"Draven, take good care of her. This young lady is a precious gem in your pack!"

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