Chapter 415

I didn't accept his offer right away. Instead, I asked, "Mr. Grayson, you aren't solely interested in my work. Am I right?" Ethan looked a little surprised by how straightforward I was, but he regained his composure very soon. "That's right. Your designs are outstanding, but you've caught my attention." At that moment, I felt as though he could see right through me. He continued, "You're talented and determined. You're tenacious and resilient. I appreciate that." I never thought he'd say that about me, and I didn't know how to respond. "Thank you," I told him. "Pardon my abruptness, but I think things aren't that simple. It's so sudden that you want us to collaborate." "Oh?" Ethan lifted an eyebrow. "What do you think I have in mind then?" I took a deep breath, mustering my courage. "You suddenly showed goodwill. Was it because of… our past?" My cheeks burned when I posed the question. Our past wasn't particularly pleasant, after all. "Are you saying that I'm trying to