Chapter 246

“But don’t you need to clear things up, reputation-wise?” Rachel said.

(Though? Getting caught in flagrante delicto with a married woman could really damage your...)

At her words, Tyler laughed as if he’d just heard a joke. Rachel was stunned.

His distinct brows, dark eyes, and perfectly pressed slacks, handmade leather shoes, all often gave off an air of superiority. He shifted slightly as he crossed his legs to reveal a patriot.

That reputation means absolutely nothing to me," he rubbed his brow and said flatly. “If you’d bothered to look into me beforehand, you’d know that.”

If he’d cared about saving face, he would’ve been devoured by the veterans in the business long ago.

A deep sense of frustration swelled in Rachel’s chest. Tyler was, without a doubt, the most difficult person she’d ever had to deal with. He was like reinforced steel. No matter what tactic she tried, it was like hitting a wall. She couldn’t get any reaction at all. She figured she couldn’t force him. If she tried to be aggressive, he’d just go one step further.

So she got straight to the point. "Then tell me, what will it take for you to help me?"

Tyler casually jiggled his leg and gave her a thoughtful look. “That depends on what you’ve got to offer, Rachel.”

Rachel’s mind spiraled into chaos. The implication was clear. He wanted her.

It was just like what Cecilia said.

She clenched her fists tightly. Her expression was tense. After what felt like a long time, she made up her mind. She slowly got up and walked to stand in front of Tyler. She then reached up to un-tie the ribbon at her collar, followed by the first button.

Her skin was pale and her figure delicate. With just the first button undone, the elegant curve of her collarbone was already exposed.

Her heart was pounding so hard it felt like it might leap out of her chest, but Tyler didn’t even blink. He stayed where he was, as relaxed and indifferent as before, like he was just watching a performance.

Rachel’s fingers moved to the third button. The lace trim of her black bra was now vaguely visible beneath the white fabric. It was a stark visual contrast.

Tyler’s eyes narrowed slightly, and the air between them felt like it was starting to thicken.

Rachel’s cheeks burned red-hot, and her entire body felt feverish. She bit down on her lip. She was too embarrassed to even look at him.

She had never undressed like this in front of a man, not even William. She had always been reserved, especially about this sort of thing.

But if Tyler said no, her mother might never return to the Lloyd family. If she left now, she might never get another chance. She couldn’t live with the guilt of freeing herself while leaving her mother alone in the dark.

She was willing to give everything if that was what it took to bring her mother home.

Just as she reached for the final button, Tyler suddenly grabbed her wrist.

Rachel jumped.

“That’s enough,” he said.

She looked at him in confusion.

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His eyes, cold as ice, locked onto hers. The chill in them made the hairs on her skin rise.

“What? Not satisfied?” she asked bitterly, remembering his earlier comment about her figure.

He probably preferred someone curvier.

Tyler stood up and towered over her. Then, without warning, he reached a hand out toward her.

Rachel held her breath. Her whole body was tense. She looked up at him a little warily.

She wanted to back away, but knowing how little patience Tyler had, she stayed still. If he sensed hesitation, he might shut down completely.

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