Bitten by Love (The Vampire Genesis Chronicles Book 3) by Lara Bronson

Author:Lara Bronson [Bronson, Lara]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Publisher: Tacit Press, LLC
Published: 2023-06-06T16:00:00+00:00

Chapter 16

"As much as I find your assumptions interesting, I doubt Gabriel would ever do something illegal,” I said. “I cannot find any reasoning for Gabriel to resort to black market trading when he is beyond rich.”

“We believe it is more than black market trading. There are potential supernatural aspects to this situation, Miss Costin. I hope you realize Mr. Stoica is not your regular billionaire.”

“I haven’t met many billionaires to be able to give you a valid comparison, but one thing I am sure of. Gabriel would never do anything illegal since he simply doesn’t need it and it’s not in his character to do so. I rather believe you want something from him and are using me to get access to him,” I said and stood.

“I see he has been telling you stories,” he said.

“What if the one telling stories is you, Mr. Iglesias?”

“Only time will tell,” he said.

“Indeed, one thing you and I do have in common is time. Good day, Mr. Iglesias,” I said and went for the door.

Mr. Iglesias followed behind. “If you somehow develop even an inkling of doubt about your fiancé, please don’t hesitate to call the number you have. Someone will answer no matter what.”

“How did you know he’s my fiancé?”

“The ring is hard to miss, lovely Petra,” said Mr. Iglesias.

“Now we’re both on first-name terms?” I kept walking ahead of him, eager to get out of this situation.

“If you are in need of a friend who can keep a secret, you know where to find me,” he said and stopped at the building’s entrance.

I, on the other hand, rushed to get out and walked faster toward Gabriel. Once he saw me, Gabriel cut his phone call short and wrapped a hand around my waist. He scrutinized Mr. Iglesias, who did the same in return. They spoke solely with their eyes, and it didn’t seem amicable. Then he turned, and we walked to the parking lot.

“Was this your professor?” Gabriel asked.

“Yes, Mr. Iglesias taught me history,” I said.

“And what did he wish to talk to you about?” he asked.

“Since I’m a history major, he wanted to know what my plans for the future are.” I didn’t know why I lied. It was the first time I did it so blatantly to Gabriel’s face.

“Does he do so with every student of his?”

“Pretty much. I guess he wants to make sure we make something of our degree,” I said.

“And do you want to make something of your degree?” Gabriel asked.

“I always wanted to research Eastern European history and write books about it. At first, I thought I’d advance my knowledge by going to grad school and, who knows, a Ph.D., but I kind of accidentally went straight to the source. I’m not sure I need to study from a book when I’ve experienced it in real life.”

“You might as well sit at a desk and write,” said Gabriel as he unlocked the car.

“I don’t think anyone would believe me without any proof,” I said.

“That might be an easier fix than you think,” he said.

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