Radu paused, gauged Lucian's expression then burst into a short laugh.
"Wait, why do you look so scared? Why else will I be here if not for business?"
Radu said, straightening his tie with careful fingers.
"You should know that Mr. Donovan is quite the entrepreneur. My family has been looking for investment opportunities in the food industry."
He paused, his head tilting slightly as his smile widened.
"I must confess, though- your Rowan is very pretty."
Lucian's anger erupted and his fist connected with Radu's jaw before the thought to swing had fully formed.
Radu's head snapped to the side, and when he looked back, blood welled at the corner of his mouth.
His tongue darted out, licking it away slowly, the smile never leaving his face.
"You better take your fucking eyes off Rowan," Lucian said, his voice dropping to something barely human. "Or I swear-"
