Alex, his heart pounding, stared at the revised contract. The new clause, a blatant declaration of ownership, filled him with a sense of dread. He had been trapped, a pawn in Lu Xiufan's game.
His mind raced, searching for a way out. He couldn't accept this, this blatant disregard for his autonomy. He was a person, not a possession.
But he also knew that he was in a dangerous position. Lu Xiufan was a powerful man, with a reputation for ruthlessness. If he refused, the consequences could be dire.
Alex took a deep breath, his eyes filled with a mixture of anger and resignation. He knew that he had no choice. He had to accept the contract, at least for now.
With a forced smile, he looked up at Lu Xiufan. "I agree," he said, his voice barely a whisper.
Lu Xiufan's eyes lit up with satisfaction. He had won, he had triumphed. Shang Ke, a mere pawn in his game, was now his.
