(Alina)
"If you really want all of me, then there's one thing I want you to help me with." My heart skipped a beat, knowing he would argue with me about this.
"What is it?" he asked, narrowing his eyes a little.
"I want to start my own business," I said slowly, watching his face tighten the second the words left my mouth.
He let out a low sigh. "Alina, we've already had this argument. Your working is not an option. Not even online. It’s too risky. You know the kind of people I deal with. If anyone hurts you—"
"I know, I know." I held up my hand to stop him. "But just listen to me before you say no again."
He didn’t say anything, just folded his arms, waiting.
"I used to travel a lot for work, remember? I handled meetings, planned events, and managed everything for my boss. I was go
