Lucinda expressed her sarcasm as she watched Nalas expression.
Nala, for her part, looked completely baffled. Im lost, Miss Simmons. What do you mean by those words? Youre not planning to harm me, are you?
Lucinda clarified, I never said such a thing. But Im the vengeful type and I dont take kindly to being crossed. If anyone tries to push me around, Ill make sure they regret it by multiplying the payback by a hundred or even a thousand. Im not the only one in the business world who thinks this way. Remember, if you find yourself attacked or kidnapped out of the blue, its likely because youve upset someone.
At this, Nala looked truly scared and her eyes welled up with tears immediately.
Please, Miss Simmons, youre frightening me. Im just starting out and havent stepped on anyones toes. The only person I might upset
Her voice faded. She paused as her thoughts swirled. Then, with a determined look, Nala locked eyes with Lucinda.
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Lucindas response was cold and mocking. Miss Diaz, if your reason for showing up is merely to complain about lost deals, then you might as well leave. As long as youre in charge at AN Group, consider every deal with them as good as gone from your grasp.
Tears threatened to spill from Nalas eyes, which were now even more inflamed with emotion. She appeared deeply hurt and was on the verge of breaking down. Miss Simmons, why are you being so aggressive towards me? What have I possibly done to offend you?
Leaning back with an air of nonchalance, Lucinda proposed a condition.
Miss Diaz, if you wish to avoid any trouble with me, youll need to provide answers to some questions.
Nala nodded honestly. Of course, Miss Simmons. Ill share whatever I know.
Lucindas gaze sharpened and a mocking glimmer played in her eyes.
Tell me, Miss Diaz, are you truly who you claim to be? Are you the real Nala Diaz?
Nala looked puzzled as she answered, Of course.
Lucinda prodded further, Miss Diaz, can you recall where you met Danilo?
Nala frowned. Thats something personal between us. Why do you need to know?
Lucinda brushed off the concern lightly. Its a simple question.
Mentioning the place isnt going to invade your privacy in any way.
Are you hesitant to share?
Staring back firmly, Nala disclosed, I guess it was in a forested mountain area in Stastle, Cadiered.
Oh, really? Lucindas interest peaked. She raised an eyebrow and asked, What took y
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Nala explained, The school had organized a trip to the countryside for some agricultural work which offered extra credits. I was aiming for a scholarship, so I joined. I ended up getting lost in the mountains and bumped into Danilo, who was visiting Cadiered. I asked him for directions. To my surprise, he was smitten with me right away and made an effort to chat as we walked. He was quite charming, so we ended up exchanging contact details.
Lucinda dropped her head to hide the coldness in her eyes. I see.
That sounds interesting.