The Villainess Needs a Hug (Ivy Windsor) novel Chapter 903

Even if they couldn't make it work romantically, she would never hesitate to help him if he needed it.

Turning to face him, she looked genuinely ready to assist, as if being useful to him brought her a sense of purpose.

Seeing the ice finally thaw, Naylor's expression softened. "It's like this. I'm in the early stages of acquiring an overseas firm, and there are a lot of complex procedures that require top-tier legal counsel. The firm my company usually partners with had some major compliance issues recently, so I’m cutting ties with them. I'm struggling to find a solid replacement on short notice, especially someone with aggressive international law experience. I was wondering if you had any connections."

Katrina's eyes lit up with professional enthusiasm. "Actually, yes! My mentor's wife is brilliant in that exact field."

"Your mentor's wife?"

"Yeah. My grad school advisor specializes in criminal and civil law, but his wife is an absolute shark in international corporate law. I can reach out and see if she's taking on new clients."

A genuine smile spread across Naylor's face, his gaze warming as he looked at her. "That would be incredible. I'd really appreciate it."

"It's no trouble at all."

"Let me take you to dinner tonight, then. I have a few preliminary questions about the contract structures. Given the confidential nature of the acquisition, I really can't risk bouncing this off lawyers I don't trust."

Katrina wasn't entirely naive. She suspected he was just manufacturing an excuse to buy her dinner, but his reasoning was so perfectly professional and bulletproof that she couldn't find a valid reason to shoot him down.

She hesitated for a split second before nodding. "Alright. Fine."

They drove to a high-end restaurant. Throughout the meal, Naylor expertly kept the conversation focused strictly on business, and the atmosphere between them grew surprisingly comfortable.

After they finished, he naturally drove her home.

Katrina was still living in a cramped rental apartment just a few blocks from the hospital.

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