Chapter 7

Delilah

Once Camila walks back into her office after seeing Beau off, she says something that makes even me consider accepting his offer.

The following day, Beau and his lawyers arrive early for the contract signing. I agreed to let him be our investor. Camila is right, and as much as I don’t want him anywhere near me, I am open to using every penny he has to build our dream.

I step out of the conference room to welcome them. Beau and two men step out of the elevator and walk toward where Camila and I are standing. I shake hands with his lawyers, but ignore Beau's outstretched hand. He doesn't say anything but smirks. I roll my eyes at him in return.

I move out of the doorway, so Beau and his lawyers can step inside. I expect Beau to walk in first, but he lets his lawyers walk in before him. I guess he’s not as pompous as I thought. I know many CEOs who would never let their subordinates walk into a boardroom before them.

"After you, Mr