Anton Yeong observed as Yanmei presented to the new client. He noticed a sudden change in her demeanor. Her bubbly self disappeared instantaneously the moment they stepped inside the Kwan Land Corporation.
As she discussed the benefits of the partnership and the cost involved, her gaze did not leave the client's eyes. While occasionally smiling, she reverted to showing her intellect and assertiveness.
Junsu even whispered to Anton's ears, saying, "Ms. Yanmei seem to have a split personality, right, Mr. Yeong?"
His eyes merely narrowed at Junsu before saying, "at least she knows to display authority."
There was no need for Anton's presence, nor his background and name to convince the client with the partnership. Mr. Kwan, the president of Kwan Land Corporation immediately signed the contract, even cutting off Yanmei from her closing statement.
He said, "Very impressive. You have shown me all the benefits well, from the most rewarding to even the least noticeable advantage."
Mr. Kwan shook Yanmei's hand, giving a joke on the side. He said, "How would you like to work with me?"
Anton instantly cleared his throat, loud enough for everyone in the room to hear. He gave intimidating stares to Mr. Kwan, making him let go of Yanmei's hand abruptly.
"Of course... the Kwans can never compare to the Yeongs! Ms. Yanmei, you are in good hands with JKW investments." He then turned to Anton and gave his bow. "Anton, please say hello to your parents for me and thank you. Thank you for this opportunity."
Finishing up their appointment, they went to the nearest five-star hotel to have their lunch. They reserved a private room and ordered for a heavy meal. Anton was famished. He had been up since five in the morning, fighting robbers at the south factory, and only had water before leaving his office.
"Girl, you are certainly hungry," Yanmei made a comment, seeing him dive right into a large portion of steak.
"I am very hungry," Yeong said while his mouth was chewing the meat. He completely dismissed being called a girl.
He was eating so fast that he nearly choked on his food, making him cough. He lightly tapped his chest, trying to get relief. As he was doing so, he felt wetness from inside his jacket. He pulled out his hand and saw there was a stain of blood. He knew it came out from his wound.
He took off his jacket for a better view and heard Yanmei scream. "Ahhh! What happened to you? You are bleeding!"
"Don't overreact, it's just a small wound," Anton simply said, after peeking inside his shirt. When he saw that it was nothing serious, he put back his jacket and wiped his hand with a tissue.
Turning to Junsu, Yanmei saw him shrug like it was nothing. She looked back at Anton with her mouth partly opened and heard him say, "Finish your food so I can get my wound covered with another bandage."
"Can - can you - can you at least tell me why you are wounded?" She could not get it out of her system. She had to know.
"Someone tried to stab me with a knife - Hand me the pork chops, will you?" Replied Anton, with no expression whatsoever. He just continued eating.
She was left speechless. The bloodstain was half the size of her hand. She wondered how this man can see it as nothing… It gave her the impression that Anton was used to this.
When Anton was fished with two main courses, he looked at Yanmei and saw her still staring at him in shock. He said, "The gun factory was nearly infiltrated early this morning, so I rushed there to help my men. I got hurt in the process."
He drank a glass of water and asked her, "Are you satisfied now?"
Yanmei nodded and soon, reluctantly ate her food.
While feeding, Yanmei was in deep thought. She was wondering if there are a lot of gays out there that were willing enough to engage in a fight. None of her friends did… maybe just defend themselves but not necessarily get involved voluntarily.
They quickly got back to the office and the moment they arrived, they went straight to the CEO office, expecting the doctor to be there, already waiting. Yanmei came along with them, not knowing why. She just thought that Anton may still need something from her and decided to wait until she was officially dismissed.
Exiting the elevator, a female nurse was waiting by Junsu's desk. She greeted them and said, "Mr. Yeong. The doctor is out for his lunch. Earlier, one of the front desks had an asthma attack which needed his attention. He was not able to take his lunch on time."
"No," Anton plainly said. He turned to Junsu, saying, "You'll have to cover my wound."
Yanmei recognized that Anton did not want to be attended by the female nurse. So, out of concern she said, "Let me."
Anton and Junsu turned to Yanmei and heard her repeat herself, "Let me cover your wound."
"No, it's okay, Ms. Yanmei. I can - "
"Junsu, you need to make an important call to the south factory and check on their development. Now!" Ordered Anton.
Junsu was suddenly puzzled. It was not like his boss to entrust him with such important matters. Nevertheless, he quickly went to his desk and made the call.
Yanmei took the medicine kit from the nurse and gestured for Anton to get inside his office. She watched him take off his jacket and put it on his table. He opened his shirt on one side and turned to face her, revealing the cut on his chest.
Walking closer, she gulped to the sight of his glowing skin and very lean chest. It was just part of his torso but it was enough to make woman water. She thought, 'Yanmei, please. There are lots of gays out there whose bodies are equally sexy… stop it.'
She quickly put down the medicine kit and opened it. She disinfected his wound while trying her best not to touch his skin.
While wiping his cut, she asked, "So… Earlier, the doctor was attending to your wound?"
She felt Anton's gaze fixed on her. She was not looking, but she swore she felt like she was melting away. She heard him answer, "Yes, he was."
"Oh… I see," Yanmei replied before asking herself, 'So they are not lovers?'
After covering his cut, she raised her head, finding Anton looking at her intensely, their faces ten inches away.
They were looking at each other in silence for seconds. He studied her small face, her smokey eyes, her slender nose, and the pinkish-red glow on her lips. He had to admit, the woman before him was very appealing.
Anton realized Yanmei was responding to his gaze. He suddenly felt his heart beating faster. He asked himself, 'What if she can like a man as well?'
"Mr. Yeong?" Asked Yanmei as she looked deeper into his light brown eyes.
He moved even closer, answering, "Yes."
"I was wondering, are you wearing contact lenses? Because, girl, I swear they are so beautiful."
Anton shut his eyes immediately and looked away. He put back his shirt saying, "You can leave now."