Chapter 208 Even Adam couldnt explain it .

What had he been expecting ? That Celine would actually come ? Mrs.

Alvarez went into the hospital room after I spoke to her , so I followed your orders and found someone clean to send over .

That someone was Nikki Adams face was unreadable now .

He left the stily and stepped into the bathroom , turning on the cold water .

ley streams poured over his head , soaking his hair and trickling down his neck .

There were marks on his body , scratches across his chest , and a deep hite on his shoulder .

He had thought they were Celines , traces she left behind .

However , they werent .

Last night had been nothing but a dream .

Awet dream where he thought he had had her .

Celine never came , and instead , he ended up with Nikki .

He scrubbed at his slin furiously , as if he could erase the marks and everything they represented .

When the frustration boiled over , his fist slammed against the tiled wall with a load crack Nikki stood in the study , dressed again and waiting nervously .

Soon , Adaan walked in , now fresh from his shower .

He wore a crisp white shirt and black trousers .

His usual polished , aloof demeanor was fully restored .

His cold , detached bearing made it clear that the events of the night before were irrelevant now .

Alvarez , Leo greeted him .

Adam took his seat at the desk , his sharp gaze cutting to Nikki .

Heres a check .

Take it and leave .

Leo handed her the check , a sum so large it was dizzying .

However , Nikki didnt reach out for it .

I dont want the money .

She didnt want the money ? A sardonic smile curled his lips , his voice low and devoid of warmth .

This was a transaction .

Youre here to sell your body , right ? If you dont want the money , what do you want ? Dont tell me youve fallen for me .

Nikkis face turned pale .

She had known he was cold , but she hadnt expected this level of cruelty .

His words stripped her bare , exposing her motives and crushing her dignity without a second thought .

Yet , even this cutting indifference only made him more magnetic .

Alvarez , I know you dont like me .

Im not asking for anything romantic .

I dont want money , I just want an opportunity to join Alvarez Groups Universal Entertainment .

Im a theater major .

I want resources to help me become a star .

Adam studied Nikki for a moment .

Alright then .

Just like that , he agreed .

For a man like him , launching an entertainment career was as simple as a wave of his hand .

It wasnt even worth discussing Furthermore , he was a generous person Ms.

Barnett , someone from Universal Entertainment will be in touch soon to finalize your contract .

Youll have access to top tier opportunities in a variety of shows , films , fashion , and all the resources you could dream of .

A gold standard team will craft your image and prepare you for stardom , Leo Nikkis eyes lit up .

This was everything she had ever wanted .

Now , it was hers .

Thank you , Mr.

Adam remained indifferent .

Leo gestured toward the door .

Barnett , this way , please .

Their transaction was complete , and they wouldnt contact each other anymore .

Leo had also asked her to leave .

With one last lingering glance at him , Nikka followed Las out , Silence returned to the study room .

Then , a phone rang Adam glanced at the screen it was Lucy Mr.

Alvarez , you lett Carly alone last night .

Something happened to her .

Shes in the hospital now .

You need to come immediately !