Chapter 186

Steel’s POV

“Mr. Alvanov, your father is ready to see us now,” Isabelle spoke to get my attention.

I clenched my fist tightly on my desk. Even after the Thanksgiving dinner, she was still a little standoffish towards me. The kiss had made things more awkward than before. I tried to talk to her about it when she came in this morning but she refused.

“Better not keep him waiting then.” I stood up from my chair and headed out of my office.

Isabelle followed my side as we took our short walk. Stacey gave a small smile as we approached but I wasn’t in the mood to return it. She let us into the office and we both took a seat at my father’s desk.

“What did you want to see me about now?” I asked.

His icy blue eyes shifted between Isabelle and me.

“We’ll be going on our first business trip a week from today, next Monday.” He finally informed us.

“Okay, where to?” I questioned.

“Seattle.” He answered.

“There’s a deal with a co