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I smile. She's got bite. I like that.
me:
Agreed. Though I wish we'd had more time before my associate dragged me off.
her:
Business always calls. What do you do that's so important?
me:
Investments. Mergers. Nothing sexy on paper, but it pays the bills.
her:
I don't know. Symmetry and business savvy? You could probably get a spread in Forbes AND Evolutionary Biology Monthly.
me:
Not as exciting as a COO. Impressive title for someone who prefers anonymity.
her:
Mysterious is the new black. You should try it sometime.
I stare at her reply, the words making my heart kick up. She could still be anyone. She could still be anything. But, damn it, Iwant to know.
I smile, thumb flying over the keyboard.
me:
I'll work on it.
her:
I sense a man who likes to be in control.
me:
Of course. I wouldn’t be a success if I didn’t.
her:
I suppose that depends on how one defines success.
OK. That's new. And interesting. My fingers tighten on the glass.
me:
And how would you define it?
her:
You first, Mr. Control.
Something about her name choice sends an unexpected jolt through me. I realize I'm actually enjoying the game.
me: