Alex now stood in front of Alina, rubbing both his hands together like a shady merchant closing in on a deal.
"So… when you say anything, how much are we talking about here?"
Alina's lips curved into a wide smile. She tilted her chin up ever so slightly, eyes gleaming. "Looks like you have both talent and intellect. I like people like you… they're easy to work with."
At that, Alex smirked. "Our thoughts are the same then."
And he started laughing, the sound carrying a teasing undertone.
Alina didn't waste more time. "Lucifer, since you're a smart guy, I'll get straight to the point. Join my guild—the Black Phoenix. I'll give you any position you want."
Her eyes sharpened like a blade. "Even the seat of Vice Guild Master, second in command in my absence."
The words sent a shockwave through the air. Natly, standing just behind Alina, widened her eyes in disbelief.
