The Sheikh's Island (Sheikh's Wedding Bet Series Book 4) Read Online Free PDF Page A

around to make sure that no one he knew could see him. Anton was a dangerous man with shady connections. If anyone saw them together, it wouldn’t bode well for Haris.
    “I didn’t return your phone calls because there is nothing to report,” he said through gritted teeth. “And if anyone recognizes you, you’ll never get what you want. You aren’t even supposed to be in this country. If the Khalidizacks find out, you’re finished.”
    Anton didn’t seem concerned. “I’ve heard a rumor that your dear cousin has come forward with a proposal to bury the hatchet between you two. It’s an excellent chance to expedite the business matter between us.”
    “What do you mean?” Haris said softly as he tensed.
    “The feud between you two is well-known. I can only imagine that there is an excellent reason for his desire to call a truce. I suggest you make sure that you get something in return.”
    “What do you mean?”
    “Don’t be dense, Haris,” Anton snapped. “You know exactly what I mean. Barter the island for your participation in the truce. I don’t give a damn about your family issues, but if it helps me, you better believe I’ll see to it that things go my way.”
    A cold sweat broke out on Haris, but he struggled not to show any weakness. One misstep and Anton would eat him alive. “I hired a mediator. I’m slowly drawing her closer to me, but she’ll be suspicious if I barter the island.”
    “Use her. Seduce her. Hold a knife to her throat. I don’t care what you do, but make sure this matter is handled quickly. Make no mistake, Haris,” Anton said darkly as he leaned over. “I want that island. And I don’t really care what you do to get it, but if you continue to dodge my calls and work against me, there will be consequences.”
    “I’m not working against you,” Haris argued, but the man was already standing. Looking over, Haris saw Wynifred moving through the crowded tables to join him.
    “Don’t make me track you down again,” Anton threatened softly. To Haris’ relief, he left the table quickly.
    “I’m so sorry I’m late,” Wynifred said breathlessly as she sat down. “Was that a friend of yours? You should have invited him to stay! I’d love to get the opinions of your friends.”
    Haris smiled tightly. “Not someone I would call a friend. More like a business associate. Did you have a hard time finding this place?”
    “Oh, I didn’t get lost. I couldn’t find the key to my hotel room this morning,” she said with a gorgeous smile. “My head can get a little scattered. The taxi driver had nothing but great things to say about this place! Your city has some fantastic restaurants! I feel bad that my meals are always with you. I really need to convince your cousin to meet me someplace public so I can get to know him a little better.”
    Jealousy pierced him, but he struggled to keep his face calm. “You want to go out with Rameez?” That wouldn’t fit in with his plans at all.
    Wynifred bit her bottom lip absently as her eyes scanned over the menu. “Of course. Mediation is about understanding both sides. I can’t get to know him if I don’t ever see him,” she said casually.
    The knot inside his stomach eased, and he leaned back and nodded. Of course. She wanted to see Rameez professionally. That made sense.
    Rameez’s hesitation to work with Wynifred could work to his advantage. “You’re brilliant at your job, and I know that you’ll win him over. I find it so refreshing that someone believes in love.”
    Her eyes brightened. “Oh, I do. Love is everything. In family and friendships.”
    “In couples,” he murmured. She immediately colored, and he felt his stomach flip. Originally, the plan was simply to charm her, but now that he was getting to know her, that plan was rapidly changing. She was gorgeous, and he wanted her.
    Anton’s idea of seduction was sounding better and better.

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    A s Wynifred left the restaurant , Haris walked her to the waiting