Chapter 84 Paisley had to bite hack a smile , her eyebrows twitching upward in amusement .
Earlier , while helping Emery support Teddy , shed secretly checked out his injuries .
College guys were built different she had to Teddys injuries were all superficial , nothing internal to worry about he had to give him that .
In this case , a doctors visit wouldnt cost much , but Paisley wasnt about to downplay Emerys power move right now .
Besides , it was Dominicks money might as well milk it Emery knew she was pushing it with that outrageous demand .
She figured Dominick would try to negotiate down .
But Dominick didnt even blink .
Fine .
Ill write you a check .
Emery was thrown off guard .
Damn , this guy really lives up to the whole CEO stereotype , she thought .

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Minutes later .
Teddy was holding a check for three million dollars , still trying to process what just happened .
Teddy couldnt believe it , thinking , Just like that ? All that money ? Hes dropping millions of dollars without batting an eye ? One minute Im getting beat up .
the next Im loaded ! This cant be real , Teddy said , staring at the check like it might disappear .
You sure thisll clear ? Theyre not gonna come back later and hit me with extortion charges or something Youre good .
1 promise , Paisley assured him Teddy thought about Dominicks status and nodded , finally letting himself relax .
First things first , gotta spoil my girl with something nice , he thought .
With Teddys compensation handled , Paisley didnt spare Dominick another glance .
She and Emery helped Teddy up , avoiding the main ballroom and slipping out through the gardens side entrance .
Paisley quickened her pace , guilt gawing at her thoughts .
Shed promised Serena shed be home early , and now thinking about her kid made her steps even faster .
Dominick stood rooted to the spot watching her practically bolt away .
A bitter laugh escaped his lips .
was running way behind .
Just When Nathaniel walked into the bar , he found Dominick several drinks deep .
His eyes landed on the two empty bottles on the counter , and he let out a low whistle .
Damn , Mr.
Vanderbilt , going all out tonight ? Those are the most expensive bottles in my place .
Nathaniel picked up one of the empties , his voice taking on that signature lazy drawl as he read the label Cloud Crest Reserve ! That stuff basically liquid gold these days .
This wasnt even their premium line , just regular Cloud Crest Reserve .
It wasnt craft aged and only a year year old at t at that .
But even this basic Cloud Crest Reserve was practically impossible to get ones hands on , with prices that would make ones eyes water .
Nathaniel had to pull some serious strings and go through multiple connections just to score a few bottles .
Tve only got a handful of these left , Nathaniel complained .
Was saving them to impress some clients , and here you are , knocking back two bottles like its nothing Despite his grumbling .
Nathaniel motioned for the server to bring another bottle .
He topped off Dominicks glass first and then poured one for himself , taking a satisfied sip with a look of pure bliss , Nathaniel clicked his tongue .
Man , Cloud Crest Reserve really is in a league of its own .
Nothing else comes close .
Nathaniel set down his glass with a grin , turning to the silent Dominick .
So wild that my mentor turned out to be your ex wife .
Talk about a small world , huh ? He raised his glass again .
Heres to crazy coincidences Dominick barely lifted his glass to clink against Nathaniels before downing it in or Whoa , easy ! it in one go .
there , Nathaniel warned with a laugh .
I know its good stuff , but you cant drink it like that .
This wines got one hell of a kick to it .
Dominick finally spoke , his voice deep and cutting .
Those deep eyes seemed to see right through everything .
Why are you so set on having her as your mentor ? Youre loaded .
You could have any trainer you want .
Just because someones great at competing doesnt mean theyre great at Teaching 1/2 10:03 AM cc .
Chapter 84 Nathaniel paused mid drink , keeping up his carefree attitude as he leaned back in his chair .
What else could it be I like her , simple as that .
Dominick blinked , caught off guard by Nathaniels blunt honesty .
She has a kid .
And ? Nathaniel arched an eyebrow .
What , you got something against single moms ? No wonder youre divorced .
Dominicks expression darkened .
Shes not some woman you can just mess around with .
Who said anything about messing around ! The playful facade dropped from Nathaniels face , suddenly serious .
Hey , Dom , youve never seen her in competition , have you ? Before Dominick could answer , Nathaniel pressed on .
Right , of course not .
Youre way too busy to catch any equestrian events Just like that , Nathaniels casual demeanor snapped back into place as he took another sip .
Man , youre missing out on quite a show , Dominick drained his glass and stood up , towering over Nathaniel with ice in his eyes .
Stay away from her .