Chapter 28 —The Loan
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Aylin took a deep breath before speaking, keeping her gaze fixed on him.
“Sorry to interrupt, Mr. Adler.”
Roman didn't react immediately, just watched her silently, one eyebrow slightly raised. Then he settled back into his chair with that studied calm that came so naturally to him.
“I suppose it must be something very urgent,” he murmured slowly, “considering you came here instead of waiting for me to arrive tonight.”
Aylin felt the heat rise to her face, but she