Let’s Make a Deal (2)
"So, Miss Salazar, do you agree?" Kaiser asked her, his eyes twinkling humorously.
In Valentina's eyes, he seemed to have horns, demonic wings, and a tail. She swore that she could even see the flames of hell burning behind her. Even though it sounded like a really good deal for her, she still felt as if she was falling into a trap.
"3 months only?"
"Yes"
"Guaranteed entry to Platinum Entertainment?"
"Yes."
"All I have to do is continue speaking to your son and seeing him when possible when I have time."
"More or less."
"You're being very trusting. What's to stop me from saying I'm always busy and reneging on our deal?"
"A contract of course." Kaiser removed a brown envelope from his suit jacket and placed it in front of her along with a pen. "Read through and sign it." He ordered.
"Without a lawyer?" Valentina asked incredulously which caused Kaiser to break into a smile.
"You think you can hire good enough lawyers to beat my legal department?"
"Fair enough." Was her grumbling reply.
Valentina scanned through the document as carefully as she could. The document looked good to her, and the terms and perks were great but obviously, she wasn't a lawyer so she still thought she might be missing something.
Also, it seemed Kaiser had done his thorough preparation to get his way. Glancing at the smirking face looking at her, she quickly asked, "What if I still said no?"
"I have multiple plans that will make you say yes." He replied, "Curious as to what they are?"
"No thank you. Curiosity killed the cat." Valentina stuck her tongue out at him before continuing, "Besides, no matter how I look at it, this isn't a bad deal for me." The contents of the contract were light. All she had to do was interact by text message at least once a day, video call once a week, and an in-person meal twice a week, and occasionally attend therapy meetings with Luca.
In return, she made a crazy amount of money, had to protect the child's privacy when she was in public with him and had guaranteed access to the best entertainment company apart from Black Rock Entertainment. No matter how she looked at it, it was an automatic win for her. She only had to taxi once or twice a week to see the child and everything else could be done on her own time in the comfort of her home. She had expected some rigid schedule that she had to follow.
Valentina had to say that the situation kind of touched her heart. As an orphan who grew up without any adult caring for her, she really admired the way Kaiser Grayson was advocating for his kid. Even though his method was questionable and his words even more questionable, his intentions seemed good. Remembering Luca's always teary eyes and the way he asked her to always eat dinner and pat him to sleep made her heart cave in.
Sighing, she reluctantly signed the contract and handed a copy back to Kaiser, keeping one for herself.
"Thank you and looking forward to working with you Miss Salazar."
"Please just call me Valentina."
"Then Valentina, I'll have the first installment deposited immediately. I suggest you pack your immediately necessary objects as movers will come to move your things over."
"Why would I pack? I'm not moving." Valentina looked at him in confusion.
"Actually, you are. In the contract you just signed," He waved the papers mockingly at her, "You have to live in reasonable private accommodation according to the standards of the employer. Obviously, I'm the employer. With my level of wealth and influence, I demand top standards in security and privacy. I don't want my child exposed to the media unnecessarily. To put it lightly harassment, kidnapping, and even worse might happen so I require the best of the best. Naturally, the only place I believe will fit my standards would be a 5-star Residence or the estate where I live."
Looking at the girl staring at him with an open mouth Kaiser continued, "Obviously I know you can't afford to live in a 5-star Residence long term, so it seems you'll be moving in with Luca and me. Not to worry, a private suite is being prepared for you that will exemplify luxury and comfort. I can assure you everything provided will be of the highest quality" Kaiser smiled angelically at Valentina, but it just looked as if a demon was grinning at her. Feeling her blood pressure rise and blood about to spurt from her mouth, Valentina took a deep breath before retorting.
"But you came here and allowed him to spend the night!"
''That was a one-time thing in which I have private security inconspicuously stationed around the building and the security footage will be wiped. If it becomes a regular occurrence people would notice and it would become dangerous. Additionally, rumors would not bother me, but it might devastate the career you're working so hard to build. It's much easier to move in with me right?"
Valentina nodded reluctantly, still feeling that she had been duped.
Kaiser stood up and slid a credit card across to her. "I'm glad that you agree. I took the liberty of looking at your schedule and it seems you're free so feel free to do as you please. Just bring Luca home by dinner time. Here's the phone number of the driver and a credit card. Don't worry the card is separate from your payment so use and abuse as much as you want. Think of it as a personal business expense card and go crazy."
Valentina snatched the card and held it up. It was the Amex Black Card. With her name printed on it. She put it down and smiled wickedly at him.
"Since you tricked me, I'm going to use all your money and make you go into debt."
"Do your best but I guarantee you won't even make a dent in my money," Kaiser replied confidently.
The two stared at each other before Valentina broke eye contact first.
"Okay okay. I'll pack and be back by dinner time Mr. Grayson."
"Just call me Kaiser. Mr. Grayson is my father."
Suddenly shy at calling a big CEO by his first name, Valentina coughed before saying, "Okay Kaiser, I'll see you later."
"Mmmmm" Kaiser watched the girl before him before patting her head like a child. Although she looked disgruntled and smacked his hands away, it seemed that she was willing to be a diligent worker for his son.
"I have to head out to earn money so you can spend it all, but I brought a change of clothes for Luca. See you later, Valentina." As the deep voice gently said her name, Valentina felt a chill go through her body and she couldn't help but shiver.
Valentina watched Kaiser Grayson elegantly step out of her small apartment before banging her head on the table.
Thud!
What had she gotten herself into?