Elisa never liked leading on a man. It wasn’t her character.
“Well, I know.” Will smiled as if relieved by her confession.
He will always be Mr. Darcey to her.
Elisa sighed a little, wondering what he was thinking. However, what he had just stated was apparent; if
he had stressed it further, it would be wrong.
She dropped the subject, “As for the plan, I will come up with one within ten days. When do you want to
put what you demand into practice?”
“Implementation can wait until you are free. It needs to be kept a secret because it’s a significant
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investment. I don’t want anyone to sabotage our covert pact.”
Gareth can never know.
Elisa didn’t have disagreements, “Alright, but Gareth must collaborate with me. Possibly, more than you
would like.”
“Well, I know you need to look at the arrangement. As for the Darcey Group, would you like to have
some intel? Elisa, you should never underestimate your value.”
Elisa said without thinking, “No, I’m not looking to pry. Your business is your company’s trade secrets.
You can text me with updates.”
She had thought things through and figured Will Darcey may have taken precautions.
Elisa was still digesting the fact of Will’s feelings for her.
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Will nodded, “Hey, let’s finish eating.”
Elisa paused and sent Rachel a brief message.
——Elisa: 【Did you order something to eat? 】
——Rachel: 【Yes, don’t worry! 】
Later, Rachel shared a photo with the food on her table visible in the backdrop.
Elisa put down her phone, picked up her utensils, and ate.
Will would occasionally pass her condiments when requested. He spoke softly, “Although you are free
to roam, you still must be careful out there. The Benett’s are not to be trifled with at this moment. I’ll
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send people to guard your safety. You don’t have to worry about them intruding on your privacy.”
“No, I took care of them myself. That won’t be necessary.”
“When animals are cornered, even herbivores will attack. That family is more vicious than animals.” Will
didn’t add any more comments not to upset Elisa.
Elisa shook her head, “No, I’m safe. Besides, who do you think has the upper hand now?”
Will chuckled, “It seems you have already made up your mind.”
Elisa smiled.
In a sensible move, he stopped asking further questions about her family.
The two people ate quietly. Elisa felt much more at ease than before, despite maintaining her poise
around Will. Similarly, the friend could drop his guard knowing they were on the same team.
When they finished eating, a phone rang.