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| couldn’t help but scowl in irritation. Benjamin had been informed that the local fruit wine could be quite strong,
yet he had indulged anyway. Now, faced with his current condition, I couldn't simply leave him to fend for
himself.
However, the recollection of the last incident sent chilly down my spine.
Upon our return to the hotel. | approached the staff and discreetly handed them a bundle of cash. “Could you
please ensure he makes it to his room safely?”
The employees exchanged glances at the money, and without any hesitation, they quickly summoned a
colleague to assist Benjamin.
The following morning, as | stepped out of my room, Inearly collided with Benjamin. He had already regained his
usual charm. | greeted him casually with a cheerful, “Good morning. Mr. Benjamin.
His eyes lingered onfor a moment before he finally responded, “Morning.”
We both entered the elevator, and as soon as the doors slid shut, Benjamin broke the silence. “Selena. |
appreciate you bringingback last night.” He pulled a signed check from his pocket and handed it to me.
“Here’s your payment.”
| glanced down at the check-it was a whopping 200 thousand dollars!
| couldn’t help but think how incredibly wealthy he must be!
But | hadn't earned such a generous sum, so | politely refused. There's no need for that, Mr. Benjamin. It was just
a small favor.”
His expression darkened at my refusal, and his tone turned frosty. “I dislike being turned down. Also, I'd prefer if
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His authoritative tone as an Alpha compelledto comply.
| reluctantly accepted the check, surprised that | had never noticed how much he liked to issue checks.
“Well, thank you, Mr. Benjamin. And | assure you, | won't mention a word about last night.”
He responded with a soft hum as the elevator doors opened, and | graciously allowed him to exit first.
The day was packed with meetings between Benjamin and local government officials, stretching until 7:00 PM
when we finally wrapped things up.
| stretched, feeling the fatigue settle over me; after work. | headed back to the hotel. A quick shower later, |
collapsed into bed and fell asleep almost instantly.
This hectic schedule continued for an entire week until both parties officially finalized the partnership. With the
contracts signed, my role cto an end.
“Mr. Benjamin, should we book tickets back hfor tomorrow?” | couldn't hide my eagerness to return. But
Benjamin responded, “Let's stay a couple more days. I'd like you to accompanyto a place
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| quickly suggested, “Mr. Benjamin, now that our work is complete, why don’t | head back first? You can enjoy a
few extra days here.”
He halted and cast a sidelong glance at me. “With a language barrier, | don’t think I'll be able to enjoy myself.”
| fell silent, realizing he finally recognized my worth!
After a moment's thought, | added, “If I'm staying an extra couple of days, | think that warrants sovertime
pay.”
Benjamin regardedwith a raised brow. “Are you running low on cash?”
| nodded without hesitation; my charitable efforts required quite a bit of investment!
“Then I'll pay you for overtime, based on an hourly rate he replied.
“Sounds good, Mr. Benjamin!” | exclaimed, genuinely pleased.
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What a merciless businessman!
Despite my internal complaints, | forced a bright smile and asked, “So, Mr. Benjamin, where are we headed
today?”
Without a word, Benjamin ledto a taxi, handed the driver an address from his phone, and we were off
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