Chapter 19. Be My Wife

 "Hi, sorry for interrupting." Knocking softly, Melissa poked her head in the office. "Can I have a word with you?" She asked, walking in.

 After what had happened, she wanted to make her request first in case he decides to send her away.

 Though he was busy signing the numerous documents on his desk, he stopped to look at her as she walked in.

"Yes, have a seat. I also want to talk to you about something, but tell me first. What can I do for you?" He invited leaning back on his chair.

"Ahem." Sitting on the office chair opposite him, she cleared her throat feeling self-conscious from his scrutiny.

 "I know we have not gotten along well, but I need your help to find out what really happened to my father's company." With his serious gaze on her, she couldn't beat around the bush.

"Oh! You want me to help you?" He questioned getting from his seat.

 "Yes." Responding, she sat up straight as he leaned on the office desk