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Andriana slumped in her office chair, rubbing her tired eyes. She had been searching for her uncle and aunt for what felt like an eternity, but every lead ended in a dead end.

The frustration was suffocating her. To make matters worse, her company's sales had plummeted by 30% in just a few months.

She couldn't understand why her marketing strategies, which had always been successful, were now failing.

She sat back on the chair and went into the deep thoughts when she was in her thoughts she got an idea on how to increase her sales of the company.

She called her assistant and said to him to call all the members of the company to come in the meeting room, for an urgent meeting. And she did knew who was behind it.

-Meeting room-

"Good moring mam" "good moring mam" everybody one after another greeted andriana as she entered inside the meeting room.

"Morning" she replied to everyone and gave a small smile so that eveyone can feel at ease. This is how she is, whenever she goes into certain circumstances she keeps everyone and herself happy and calm.

Because being calm and happy can get you out from any situation..!

"It's actually alarming to see , such a sudden fall in sales in our company..," andriana said in a serious tone..

"I guess we have did our immense job to work upon, the marketing strategy, aren't we?" She again said while asking them the question.

Jennifer one of her employee replied "I agree,mam. Our market research indicates that our competitors have been aggressively targeting our customer base with targeted ads and promotions. We need to reassess our marketing mix and consider increasing our ad spend to stay competitive."

"Understandable" all the employees said in unison whereas andriana was lost in her thoughts.

"Mam i have an idea!" Victoria exclaimed and andriana replied "go ahead"

"As ya'll know we have contact with big industries and companies, but none of them give us single time nor effort to affiliate in our business, so i guess we might need an active investor in our company who can help us in this situation" andriana was pleased by her idea.

"Great ria" andriana gave an affirmation nod making victoria smile and she continued "so mam, who will be our investor?" Victoria asked and andriana was just thinking.

"You suggested us the idea, so it's your responsibility to choose an investor for the company" andriana said

"But mam I can't do it" victoria hesitated a bit. It was a big task for victoria so she was scared and was hesitating. "You suggested we expand into new markets, so it's your responsibility to choose an investor for the company," Andriana said, her eyes fixed on Ria, her expression inquiring. "It's not the time for being scared ria, this is your chance to prove yourself right" andriana replied while looking at victoria.

Ria nodded thoughtfully, her fingers drumming on the desk. "I've been researching potential investors and I think we should go with LaFamiglia Enterprises, They have a great track record in our industry and a strong reputation for supporting innovative companies like us.

Andriana leaned forward, her hands clasped together. "What about Silverleaf Ventures? I've heard they're also interested in investing in our company. How do they compare to Lafamiglia Enterprises?, and i have also heard that lafimiglia enterprises is not interested in makeup brands"

Ria smiled, her eyes sparkling with confidence. "I've compared both options,mam. Lafamiglia Enterprises offers better investment terms and a more aligned vision for our company's growth. I think they're the better choice."

Andriana nodded, her expression thoughtful. "Okay, Ria. You've made a solid case. Let's go with lafamiglia Enterprises."

As Andriana spoke, she smiled, trusting Ria's judgment and expertise in choosing the right investor for their company.

(Andriana still doesn't know that he is the owner of Lafamiglia enterprises as she thought he is running mr.Vincenzo's business (olekzander's dad)

Working,working,working!

I slump back in my chair, feeling the weight of the day bearing down on me. My eyes gaze blankly at the papers scattered across my desk, my mind numb from hours of meetings and decisions.

My body aches from sitting for so long, but I can't muster the energy to stand up and stretch. The soft leather of my chair envelops me, a comforting embrace that I don't want to leave.

I let out a deep sigh, feeling the fatigue seep into my bones. Just as I start to relax, a sudden knock at the door jolts me back to reality.

I open my eyes to see Victoria standing in the doorway, a look of excitement on her face. "Mam, I have some great news!" she says, barely containing her enthusiasm.

"I've been researching Lafamiglia Enterprises, and they're everything we thought they were - a reputable and innovative company with a proven track record. I think we should definitely consider partnering with them. Their values align with ours, and I believe we could achieve great things together."

I sit up straight, my fatigue forgotten in an instant. "That's fantastic news, ria!" I exclaim, a smile spreading across my face.

"Let's set up a meeting with their team and see how we can work together to drive success." Victoria nods, beaming with pride, and I can't help but feel a sense of hope and optimism for the future.

After some time..

Everything was going well, the preparation for the investor who will be investing in our company is coming in some hours.

Victoria contacted with Lafimiglia enterprises, and they are coming this evening..

Wait am i forgetting something?your dress mi alteza! My subconscious replied and i went towards the wardrobe in my cabin, well i often sleep here during my overtime work so yeah! I keep my clothes here.

I just want to make a good impression, lets go with black dress, one sided split dress, black off shoulder, black pants& jeans.. ughhh!! Why so many😭.

Let's go for black one sided dress..

(The dress)

(The heels)

I change my clothes and sat in my cabin waiting for the investors to arrive in our meeting room, ria is handeling the team whereas Margeret is working on the presentation.

*knock knock*

And there she was, "mam they arrived.." victoria said and i nodded. As I step into the room, I feel confident and glamorous in my one shoulder split dress and Chanel heels.

The dress hugs my curves in all the right places, and the silken fabric feels luxurious against my skin.

I can't help but feel a sense of sophistication and elegance as I walk, the clicking of my heels announcing my arrival.

"Choose a perfect attire for me, Salvatore," I said, my voice firm and commanding, as I stood with my hands on my waist.

Salvatore raised an eyebrow, his expression skeptical, and stared blankly at me for a moment before replying, "You're saying this as if she'll melt just by seeing you today." His tone was laced with sarcasm, and he couldn't help but crack a smirk.

I narrowed my eyes, my face stern, and snapped, "Shut up and focus on the work I gave you!" I gestured dismissively with my hand, my fingers flicking in a "get back to work" motion.

Salvatore chuckled to himself, his eyes glinting with amusement, and went back to selecting my attire. A moment later, he presented me with a sleek black suit, holding it up with a flourish. "Here," he said, his voice dripping with satisfaction.

I took the suit from him, my eyes scanning the fabric, and nodded in approval. "Good choice," I said, my expression softening slightly, as I began to examine the suit more closely.

It was black coloured suit, with a rolex watch, i must say his choices are out of the world! No wonder he is my brother.

"I'll go and change" i said and he nodded and went out of the room, i smiled and changed into this suit, and yeah i was looking handsome.

(Closest your author can find)

-After some moments-

We reached the company and, as I entered Andriana's office, I was impressed by the modern design and sleek atmosphere. The marble floors, vibrant artwork, and lush greenery all came together in a harmonious blend of creativity and sophistication. I couldn't help but admire the woman who had created this space.

I repeat MY WOMAN.

We entered the meeting and i settled myself down on the chair comfortably, and then i heared the flickering sound of heels indicating that she has entered the meeting room.

the room, I was captivated by her presence. She moved with grace and confidence, drawing everyone's eyes.

Her one-shoulder dress showcased her elegance and modern style, accentuating her curves and highlighting her natural beauty. The shimmering fabric and high slit added a touch of sophistication and allure.

I admired her simple jewelry and bold red lips, which drew attention to her captivating smile.

In that moment, I felt an overwhelming sense of admiration. She was a vision of elegance and sophistication, and every movement, every glance, was a testament to her charm.

I couldn't help but feel that she was the most beautiful woman in the room, a true embodiment of grace and allure.

I stood up from my chair and then, our eyes met, I saw a flicker of recognition, and then her expression went blank. She had no idea who I was - the owner of Lafamiglia Enterprises, the company she was considering partnering with.

"Good evening miss Andriana salves" i greeted her while standing up and she was still calculating how i ended up here, my innocent kitten.

I forwarded my hand once again and there she shook hands with mine and said "Good evening Mr Greco, welcome to our company" her tone mixed with confidence. And i smiled.

Once she settled down, i settled myself,
She was keenly looking at the laptop screen, meanwhile i was looking at her.

"So i will directly jump onto topic, well that's all we all are here for, aren't we?" Andriana said, and everyone nodded and she started saying everything related to the investing project.

-After few moments-

As the topic moved further, I couldn't help but be distracted by Andriana's captivating presence. Her passion for the investment project was infectious, but it was her sparkling eyes and bright smile that truly held my attention.

I tried to focus on the numbers and projections, but my gaze kept drifting back to her.

Her confidence and intelligence were undeniable, and I found myself wanting to know more about her beyond this meeting.

When she called me out for not paying attention, I couldn't resist the opportunity to flirt. "I must say, your business strategies are as captivating as your smile. It's hard to focus on numbers when you're around," I said, my voice low and husky.

Andriana's eyes narrowed, her face flushing with a mix of annoyance and embarrassment. "Olekzander, this is a professional meeting, not a flirtation session."

I chuckled at her response, not to make it more awkward for her i started concentrating on the meeting, and the meeting continued.

"Why do you want to invest in our company?" Andriana asked me and i replied "correction - i wanna invest my time on you".

The room fell silent, with everyone staring at us in shock. Andriana's face turned bright red, but I could see the hint of a smile still lurking in her eyes. "Olekzander, you're impossible," she said, shaking her head.

"Impossible to resist, perhaps?" I quipped, winking at her.

Andriana's eyes widened, and she looked like she was about to strangle me, but I just laughed, enjoying the playful banter. Little did I know, this was only the beginning of a much larger adventure.

As soon as the meeting ended, Andriana dismissed everyone with a wave of her hand. "You all can go, I'll take care of things from here." With that, the room emptied, leaving Andriana focused on her laptop.

She closed are laptop, and asked "what are you doing here?". And smilingly i replied "What do you expect than? I am the owner of the company, who will come then Miss Andriana?" Her eyes darted on me as if she will eat me alive.

"I mean to say, weren't you working on the company situated in italy?" Andriana replied opening her laptop.

Standing up from my chair, I leaned in towards her, a sly grin spreading across my face. "So, you investigated everything related to me, huh, Miss Andriana Salves?"

(The closest i could find)

I asked, my eyes sparkling with amusement, my voice low and playful. I raised an eyebrow, my gaze locked onto hers, as if daring her to deny it.

Andriana's face flushed, her eyes darting away for a moment before she met my gaze again, a hint of a smile playing on her lips.

"No— i—i- mean—.." she stammered "yes, you mean?" I replied. "I mean i just asked casually" she said, while touching her nose and i chuckled.

And i went on my seat, "Just say it amore mio, you stalked me" i said mischievously, and she looked at me and replied boldly "Yes i did, so what?". I didn't had words to say anything further so i just nodded and smiled.

Did she just said 'she stalked me'!!!! I am gonna dieee!!!!.

My mind was not working so, I was scheming ways to tease her. But my work was pressing, so I refocused on my task - struggling to create a coherent PowerPoint presentation.

Frustrated, I turned to Andriana, "Miss Andriana, could you please help me out? This PPT is confusing me." Her attention snapped towards me, and she rose from her seat, striding over to where I sat.

She leaned in, explaining the details in a clear, concise manner. She explained me about the documents and stuff.

As she spoke, her proximity was intoxicating - her sweet scent enveloping me, making me yearn to envelop her in my arms. "Don't you think you're too close to me?" I asked, feigning innocence, my eyes locking onto hers.

Andriana's face flushed, her eyes darting away, "I - am - sorry - I didn't realize..." she stammered, before I gently placed my finger on her lips, silencing her.

Her eyes widened, and she gasped, "I was kidding!" I chuckled, a mischievous glint in my eye. Andriana's face turned bright red as she hastily retreated to her chair, her expression a mix of exasperation and amusement.

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This is the part 1 of their banters, Next chapter when andriana will be bold will be updated on next week or whenever i get time because i am busy with my works🫶🏻🫶🏻. Hope you understand. And their past will collide.

Get ready to enjoy their funny banters in their past, also it's essential to read their past from there you will understand everything.

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