Derek sat there in awe of the words that had escaped Aspen's lips. He knew his friend to be opportunistic but he didn’t think he was this extreme.

 He had made his intentions clear and now, it was left to Dulce to decide whether she agreed to the terms or not.

 Dulce, just like Derek, was in a state of disbelief. She didn't know how she was supposed to feel. 

 She should’ve felt offended but instead, she was flattered. Had he liked her so much that he’d do anything to have her? 

 He was on the verge of having his name and company ruined but this was what he decided...