The Billionaire's Promise
Chapter 144: I Can Buy An Entire Mall For You

Chapter 144: I Can Buy An Entire Mall For You

"Initially, I thought that I should do sole proprietorship as it is just a small business. But then the managing director of the fashion design school has a garment factory and is willing to collaborate so maybe I’ll do partnership instead." Aryana said softly.

"Hmm. Do you have a business name in mind?" Erik’s voice was magnetic as if he was trying to seduce Aryana with his sexy voice.

"Co-Chi for cool and chic." Aryana replied confidently.

"Now, I am thinking of a corporation instead. I have a few people in mind who can become shareholders. I checked the minimum paid up capital and I can afford it." Aryana grasped Erik’s hand when it started crawling and went under her shirt. "Stop that. I’m seriously discussing business with you." Her cheeks reddened.

"Silly girl, who would discuss business in bed huh?" Erik prodded himself on his elbow as he studied her face.

"Okay. Then I’ll invite you to lunch tomorrow. I earned a lot of commissions from Artisan so I can afford to invite the renowned CEO of Gaeya Corporation." Aryana teased her.

"Why are you not using the card I gave you? Are you not happy with it." Erik asked with a disappointed tone.

"I will be using it soon. Don’t worry." Aryana gave him an impish smile.

Erik sat down. Then he lifted Aryana and let her sit on his lap while his lips sought hers.

"I missed you honey. It’s been four days already." Erik whispered as he nibbled her earlobe.

Aryana’s eyes widened. Did he seriously counted the days they had not done it?

"Since you said that I haven’t recovered yet and I need to rest, then you have to take the lead." Erik rested his back on the bed and let Aryana straddle him.

...

When Aryana woke up, the space beside her was already cold. She checked the time and it was already 730am.

"O shit! I will be late. That damn Erik. He made me so tired last night."

She hurried out of the bed despite the soreness she felt on her lower body. She gobbled up the breakfast that Maria prepared for her and hurried to the elevator. She was panting when she arrived at Camille’s table.

"What happened to you? You are almost late." Camille greeted her.

"I overslept ." Aryana said matter-of-factly. She did not notice that Erik was just behind her and smiling.

Camille’s eyes widened. She seldom saw her boss smiling especially in the morning. He seemed to be in a really good mood.

"I haven’t seen Marlon yesterday and today. Do you know where he is?"

"He is working on an important project. What do you need him for?" A deep magnetic voice was heard be her. Aryana stiffened. She turned around and smiled.

"Good morning Boss! I just want to ask him some things."

Erik’s brows were arched. "If it is work related you can ask me instead."

Aryana nodded then she excused herself and went to her cubicle.

She did not see the blue rose. Instead there was only the three red rosebuds from Erik.

"So your admirer has finally given up?" Erik spoke behind her. Aryana was startled.

"Erik! Why do you walk without making any noise at all? You always startle me." Aryana suddenly realized that she called Erik by his name.

"I’m sorry Boss. I slipped."

"Silly girl. No one is around so it is okay even if you call me Honey." Erik went closer to her. He held a handful of her hair and smelled it.

"You smell nice. I cannot get enough of you." Erik said in a flirty tone.

"Mr. CEO. Take a hold of yourself. I’m still sore and can hardly get off the bed. It’s all your fault." Aryana spoke softly and looked around guiltily.

Erik chuckled lightly. "Miss Jones, please check your email. I forwarded some of Marlon’s work to you as he is still busy." Erik was back to being a CEO and she heaved a sigh of relief.

Erik was about to leave when she remembered about the lunch.

"You haven’t accepted my invitation yet. You decide on the place."

"Okay. Let’s leave at 11:30am then."

When it was 11:30am, Aryana texted Erik. ’I’ll wait for you at the basement.’ But when she was about to leave, Erik was waiting for her at Camille’s area.

"Let’s leave together." Erik said after reading her message.

At the car, Aryana tried to start the conversation.

"About the thing I discussed last night, what are your thoughts? Maybe I should opt for a corporation with a low paid up capital."

Erik looked at his wife. He was trying to understand why she wanted a small company when she can start big.

"Why do you want to take baby steps when you can start big?" Erik asked her. "Starting a company is easy if you have the right connection and money."

"But I want to prove myself that I can do it... I mean stand on my own two feet." She stammered.

"Well, you can still do it on your own but you can look for investors to fund your business."

"Yes. That’s what I intend to do. But I’ll do that after I established my brand. If my company is successful, the investors will come scrambling along." Aryana pondered for a bit. "And that’s the time I’ll expand."

Erik thought she has a point. Her ways of thinking was different from his. He always wanted to start big and take risks. Aryana on the other side was very cautious and does not want to take unnecessary risks.

’Was it because of her upbringing? I was so used to an extravagant lifestyle and didn’t have to worry about money while she has to work hard for a meager amount of money that she earned.’

"You have a good point. But there is something you forgot." Erik pulled her close.

"You forgot that your husband is rich and powerful. I can buy the entire mall for you so you can showcase your products." Erik pinched her chin.