Chapter 619
Robin arched a brow and tried to mask his anticipation. “Could it be that you missed me? After all, I was the first person you called after you got to Kitaso.” Before Christina could reply, Robin spoke again. “Let me make this clear, I have no feelings for you.”
Nerves made Robin fidget. His fingers twisted together without him noticing. Thoughts of Christina had haunted him ever since she left Kitaso. Many times, he…
He had almost traveled to Dorfield just to see her. Still, caution always held him back. He didn’t want to create any awkward misunderstandings.
Robin valued his own pride. The last thing he wanted was for Christina to see him as someone who couldn’t stand tall on his own.
With a playful grin, Christina brushed off Robin’s hopefulness. “Kiddo, tone down that ego, will you? I asked you here to talk about serious business.”
Robin’s expectations burst like bubbles, leaving behind nothing but disappointment that was impossible to hide. A chill crept into his gaze. His lips twisted in annoyance as he retorted, “How many times do I have to tell you? Stop calling me kiddo!”
Every time Christina called him “kiddo,” Robin nearly lost his cool. Traveling all the way to Dorfield had once seemed like a good idea, but after today, he regretted ever thinking of it. Christina’s words stung, and he could barely hold back his anger.
“Robin, if handling work is too much for you, why not ask your grandfather to come handle it?” Christina’s confidence was unmistakable as she took a seat, completely at ease. A small, almost teasing smile tugged at her lips while she watched Robin.
Her calm composure only managed to fan Robin’s anger further. Bringing his grandfather into the picture would only make him seem useless. He would never let that happen.
Proving himself became Robin’s mission, especially since Christina doubted his abilities. Sliding into a chair, he glared back. “This minor issue doesn’t require my grandfather’s intervention. I can handle this just fine,” he replied coldly.
On the floor, Mack struggled to process what was happening. Covered in bruises, he glanced helplessly between Christina and Robin. Was this some kind of madness? While he lay there battered and aching, they talked about business as if nothing had happened, completely ignoring his state.
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Robin leaned forward, his voice sharp. “So, what business did you drag me over here for?”
Even though anger simmered beneath his words, Christina remained cool and untouched by his irritation. She appeared oblivious to the storm she had caused inside him. He brooded in silence, only growing more frustrated with every passing second.
“You seem a bit upset,” Christina said out of the blue.
Robin stiffened. “I’m fine,” he muttered, though the truth was anything but. He was seething inside, far beyond being merely a bit upset.
Still, he bit back the truth and shifted the topic instead. “Let’s cut to the chase. What kind of business are we talking about here? My mood won’t affect my professionalism.” His frown deepened, and his voice carried an edge.
Christina thought he had a point and decided not to dwell on his mood. “I currently own the largest stake in the Jones Group,” she said calmly. “And I’m offering to sell it to you at half the price. Call it a steal.” She smiled lightly.