Chapter 847
With the heat cranked up inside, it was toasty warm despite the freezing winter outside.
Haley was sprawled on the carpet in the study, leaning against Ivan's chest while tapping away on her laptop. "Ivan," she said, "I remember the Winston Group's got some real estate and tourism projects. Think there's any way we can jazz up the Lumi Group's resort plan?"
Ivan got all serious, "I've checked out the resort proposal. It's got some serious profit potential. But if you wanna stack it up against the petrochemical project, it's gotta be top-notch. Nailing that key point is crucial if you wanna win this competition."
Ivan's finger traced over the blueprint, "Here, we can split it into three zones. First up, coastal tourism with hotels, entertainment, and leisure villas. The second zone can be made into a sea club; we can use the ocean to expand the resort. The third one can be dedicated to seafront bars with dance shows and other high-end stuff. Just this part could rake in at least half the revenue."
Haley was all ears. Being a tech whiz, she had to lean on Ivan for the real estate stuff.
Gotta admit, after Ivan's tweaks, the resort plan was way more functional, attractive, and profitable.
Haley and Ivan hashed it out in the study for almost an hour before locking down the plan.
"Thanks a ton, babe!" Haley hugged Ivan's neck, "Without your help, I'd be banging my head against the wall for days."
Ivan pulled her closer and said softly, "One month is too tight; you might not even get the initial framework done. I'll lend you half my team from the Winston Group's real estate project. By splitting them into two shifts and working round the clock, you'll basically get an extra month."
Haley grinned, "What about the Winston Group?"
"If I lend you my team, my project stalls. How are you gonna pay me back?" Ivan pressed his forehead against hers, his voice all husky.
Haley quickly dodged, "Ivan, can't you think about something else?"
Ivan scooped her up and chuckled, "You're my wife; it's totally legal to think about these things."
Before she knew it, he carried her out of the study and tossed her onto the soft bed in the master bedroom.
Standing by the bed, Ivan started unbuttoning his shirt, one button at a time.
Haley suddenly felt a wave of nerves, "I'm not feeling well today."
Ivan laughed, "Your period's not due for another seven days."
Haley went silent. Ivan knew her cycle that well? But she was genuinely scared. During their last two intimate moments, that creepy voice had popped into her head.
She was terrified it would happen again, and she wouldn't have the mental strength to fight it off.
"Haley, don't be scared. I'll be super gentle." Ivan leaned down, pressing her beneath him, his voice low and soothing.
Haley's heart was racing. When Ivan was gentle, she couldn't say no.
"Ivan, babe, not today." Haley struggled. But her resistance didn't mean squat to Ivan. Ivan gently kissed her face.
"Daddy, Mommy, what are you doing?"
Owen's soft voice suddenly broke the moment. Haley shot up like a rocket. Thank goodness she was still dressed; otherwise, there'd be no explaining this.
She looked at Owen standing at the door and awkwardly smiled, "Owen, why aren't you asleep yet?"
"I wanted some water. I was scared to go downstairs alone, so I wanted Mommy to come with me." Owen blinked and asked curiously, "Were Daddy and Mommy fighting just now?"
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