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who was truly unique. Despite how weak she looked, Rio was drawn to her. There was something about her that stirred the bear in his soul and woke it up.
He took one look at her and he knew instantly that he wanted her. And he was going to do everything in his power to get her.
Chapter 3
Pearl had to admit, he was not what she was expecting. The man that sat in front of her emitted a strong aura of power and masculinity. He had pitch-black eyes that stood in sharp contrast against his pale complexion. He had a strong and sharp jawline, and a face that looked like it had been sculpted out of marble. His short hair was set back, which further accentuated his jawline and his sharp cheekbones.
He was dressed in a very expensive-looking suit, that fitted him so well that she could see the muscles bulging through it. She had never found a man more desirable or attractive than right now. For some reason, she felt a strong craving and attraction from him. She cast a gaze around the extremely lavish office to distract herself from the confusing feelings that ran through her body. The room itself was larger than the entire apartment building that she lived in.
“Have a seat,” he said, and his deep, manly voice sent a wave of shivers down her spine.
“What’s your name?” he asked.
“Pearl James,” she replied, sitting down in the seat across from him. “My name is Pearl James.”
“I am Rio Fernando,” he said, looking into her eyes. “But you probably already know that. Kindly list your past experience and state why I should select you to raise my kind?”
“I-” she stammered, suddenly feeling nervous. She took a deep breath to steady herself as she tried to remember to be calm and confident about herself.
“I have very little experience actually. I am a new recruit at the agency and whatever experience I have is babysitting for my relatives when I was a teenager,” Pearl said.
“The agency must be pretty desperate for them to be sending me newbies,” Rio said as gazed at her with an intensity that shook her. “Carry on.”
“Growing up, I had to rely on myself for food and learning and even shelter. I grew up learning to stand up for myself and not depend on anyone. I arranged my own food, found my own job and place to live, and even put myself through school. It has made me learn to appreciate what the value of every little thing is and taught me to always be strong and resilient. I hope I can raise your child with the same values, to be a strong, independent person.”
She didn’t even know if he heard her reply. He continued to look at her with the same intensity as before, and she felt weak under his gaze. He looked as if he would take her right there and then, and she wasn’t sure that she wanted to stop him. The silence got so long that Pearl began to wonder if he was expecting her to say more. She opened her mouth to speak, but he finally spoke.
“I see. But, how can I trust that she will be safe with you? You have no experience. How will you handle any emergencies? What if she has an allergic attack or has an injury? Do you know first aid?”
“No, I don’t-” Pearl said but was rudely cut off.
“Do you know any languages or have any other skills that you could teach the child?” he asked, still intensely gazing at her.
“No, sir, but I-” Pearl said.
“Then, what can you offer? Miss James?” he said, leaning over the table and looking into her eyes.
“I know first aid, and I hope you will have a list of doctors to consult in case of emergencies. I know I don’t have any experience or skills to offer you. I know that there are lesser reasons you should pick me over the others. But, I can assure you that I am devoted and passionate. I will give my very best, every single day, no matter what. That is what I can give you, my devotion, and my loyalty.”
He continued to look at her for over a minute before finally, a smirk spread over his face. “I must say, you amuse me, Miss James. I find you fascinating,” he said, smirking. “Tell me, how soon can you start the job?”
“Umm-” Pearl stammered, unable to believe that he was considering her. “Tomorrow,