"And if I say no to this agreement and decline your help, what do you intend to do with me?" Frances had no reason to trust this man.
On the contrary, alarm bells rang inside her head, reminding her to take caution when dealing with him. She could see through his charms.
Danger seemed to ooze out of him as he wore it proudly on his skin. She could tell he was not a man she could take lightly.
"And why would you say no to a good deal?" Hal countered, avoiding answering her question.
She knew he was testing her, probably checking how much resolve she had. But she could only assume he would be greatly disappointed.
"So, let me clarify what you are saying. You will deal with my daughter-in-law in exchange for my agreement to partner with you." It was what she understood from his offer.
She understood that part of his proposal. But she still had no clue what his business was. She was no fool to get into bed with someone she did not know.
