What she didn't mention was that having three loyal operatives inside Lu Zeyan's company would give her eyes and ears everywhere. Access to files, sensitive documents, and private conversations. They'd gather evidence and intelligence while Lu Zeyan remained blissfully ignorant, never suspecting the network forming right under his nose.
"Fine." He said it after a long pause, having apparently decided the PR benefits outweighed the risks. "I'll arrange positions for them. But they need to prove themselves quickly. Any problems, any hint of trouble, and they're gone immediately."
"Of course." Shuyin agreed immediately, gratitude flooding her voice. "Thank you so much, Zeyan. You have no idea what this means to me, to them."
She moved closer and placed a gentle hand on his arm. Light touch, non-threatening, but somehow electric with the chemistry she was deliberately creating through subtle pheromone manipulation and careful body language.
