Chapter 187

Isabelle’s POV

I didn’t waste any time getting up from my seat. I followed right behind him into the office. Normally with his choice of words, I would have reminded him that this needed to be kept professional. However, it was clear in his tone that this wasn’t something I should fight him on.

“What’s this about Mr. Alvanov?” I asked as the door shut behind me.

He turned around with a cold stare. He closed the gap in between us as his eyes looked into mine with a hint of darkness. I felt a lump develop in my throat as I began to get nervous. I quickly choked it down and tried my best to keep my composure.

“First of all, this conversation isn’t work-related.” His tone held the same darkness that seemed to be in those icy blue eyes.

“Therefore you will be calling me by my goddamn name, do you understand?”

I rolled my eyes.

“Yes, Steel.”

“Good.” His face remained emotionless.

“Now let’s talk.”

“What’s there to talk abo