Chapter 48

• They sat down, getting straight to business and Ray realized his mistake a little too late. He was so focused on talking to Alexis that he forgot she wanted to take their business away from them. But in his defense, he thought she'd forgotten about the stupid advice he'd given her. From the way she charmed Axel, it was clear she hadn't forgotten anything. By the time the meeting ended, Axel was half in love with Alexis and he knew without a doubt that if she went through with her plans, he'd be the first client she poached. There was no doubt Axel would follow her to the end of the earth. What was Copeland doing when all that went down? The moron was too busy admiring her to notice what was going on. At this rate, they really would be out of business. Shit. Note to remember, never invite Alexis to another meeting. Like ever.
• As Axel stood to leave, Ray held Alexis' elbow when she tried to get up. "I have a few things I need to discuss with her" he explained to the other two men who nodded in understanding and left them alone. Facing her he said "Alexis, I won't let you take my clients when you leave if you leave" he amended.
• "You can try to stop me. But there are no guarantees that you'll succeed. Did you see Ax? I had him wrapped around my finger in no time. I imagine the rest will be easier to charm" she replied, smiling cheekily. He forgot what they were talking about for a second there. He'd missed that smile especially when it was directed at him. She got up intending to leave and that snapped him out of his thoughts.