Chapter 17: Nearly Swayed by Emotions!

Ella was full of curiosity about Eric. Why was he approaching her? Why did he give her the valuable painting?

She didn't believe for a second that Eric had fallen for her at first sight, considering he was always surrounded by women.

"Hello, Mr. Nelson." Ella hesitated before picking up the phone, greeting him politely.

"Still awake, little girl?" Eric's voice, low and enticing, seemed to whisper in the night.

"Not yet. Is there something you need, Mr. Nelson?" Ella maintained a courteous distance, despite the hint of intimacy in Eric's tone.

"Your formality makes me hesitant to say anything too intimate." Eric chuckled, and Ella could almost see his captivating smile.

Such a man could make any woman's heart flutter.

"Then don't say anything intimate." Ella paused, feeling her face flush.