Chapter 228

Olivia POV

I studied him over the rim of my cup. "Everyone in LA has ulterior motives."

"Cynical. I like it." He grinned. "But fair enough. You're married to one of the most powerful men in the city. I'm sure people are constantly trying to leverage that connection."

"You have no idea."

"Actually, I might have some idea." James leaned back in his chair. "Alexander and I run in similar circles. I've watched people try to use me to get to clients or investors. It's exhausting."

"Then why coffee with me? Aren't you worried I'll think you're trying to use my connection to Alexander?"

"Are you?" he challenged.

I considered the question. "I don't know yet."

"Honest answer." James nodded approvin