Ryoma keeps his arms moving against the pull-off resistance. But his eyes drift, just for a fraction of a second, toward Nakahara's office. Reika stands there, half-turned, hesitating before the door.
He knows the look too well, the way her attention clings to him. Reika's infatuation is not subtle. And Ryoma would be lying if he said the idea of dating her has never crossed his mind.
<< You know… you could date her. Turn that into a better deal with her father's company. Help lighten the old man's load. >>
<< Wasn't that the very reason you let her into your life in the first place? >>
Yes. The first time Aki mentioned that she was the daughter of NSN's owner, Ryoma had considered using her as leverage.
But that's where the problem lies. She is Logan Rhodes's daughter. Any involvement with her carries the risk of dragging Logan back into his orbit.
