Chapter 124

Anderson's fingers played with Hailey's long, glossy hair as he gazed into her hazy eyes. His fingers habitually caressed the mole beneath her eye. "Entertaining clients is part of my job." Hailey tried to keep herself clear-headed, aware that this was just another trap set by Anderson. Anderson leaned in closer and breathed heavily on her neck. He loved to tease her in this position. Hailey knew better than to believe anything Anderson said. She was only here because Howard had forced her into Anderson's life out of Renee's will. Renee's affair had shattered the Barlow family, driving Gemma away to Jestonville and causing a series of tragic events. "If you can't seal this deal tonight, you can return to the PR department tomorrow," Anderson warned her. Hailey's heart turned colder by the moment. "Alright," she replied. Anderson's gaze shifted from her eyes, and he withdrew his hand. He went to smoke outside. He could hear Hailey's frightened and desperate voice sounding fro