Chapter 55: The Girl

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Alexander walked into the bank, looking every bit the confident playboy. His niece's advice echoed in his mind: "Be nice, Uncle Alex. Don't scare the bank people." He chuckled to himself.

As he approached the counter, his eyes landed on a vision of perfection. The cashier, with her sleek hair tied back in a ponytail, wore a simple yet stunning formal outfit. Alexander's jaw dropped.

"Whoa," he thought, "this bank just got a whole lot more interesting."

Her eyes sparkled as she greeted him. "Welcome to our bank, sir. How can I assist you?"

Alexander stuttered, his usual suave self momentarily lost. "Uh, hi... diplomatic matter... thingy..."

She smiled patiently. "Let me see if I can help. What's your diplomatic matter?"

Alexander composed himself, trying to sound intelligent. "Ah, yes. I need to... uh... transfer funds... for a... diplomatic... thing."

She nodded, her fingers flying across the keyboard. "Okay, sir. Can I have your account number?"

As Alexander provided the details, he couldn't help sneaking glances at her. Those piercing green eyes, that radiant smile... He felt like he'd stumbled into a dream.

"Sir, would you like to upgrade your account to our premium package?" she asked.

Alexander hesitated, lost in thought. Upgrade? What upgrade? Oh, right, the account.

"Uh, yes... upgrade... thing... absolutely."

She chuckled, a gentle, melodious sound. "Great choice, sir."

As Alexander finished his transaction and prepared to leave, he turned to her and asked, "By any chance, do you have a name?"

She smiled. "Amelia. Nice meeting you, sir."

Alexander beamed. "Alexander. The pleasure's all mine, Amelia."

He walked out of the bank, feeling like he'd just struck gold.

"Note to self," he thought, "return to bank frequently. For diplomatic matters... and Amelia."

Alexander couldn't shake off Amelia's image from his mind. Her piercing green eyes, luscious hair, and captivating smile haunted him. He craved more.

"Must get Amelia," he thought, his mind racing with possibilities.

But as he replayed their encounter, he hesitated. Amelia seemed... different. Respectable. Not the type to fall for his charms easily.

"Damn," he muttered, frustrated. "Can't just seduce her. Need to play it cool."

Alexander decided to take a strategic approach. He'd charm Amelia, win her trust, and... who knows? Maybe she'd surrender to his advances.

The next day, Alexander returned to the bank, armed with his most disarming smile.

"Hi Amelia, need help with another diplomatic matter," he said, winking.

Amelia's eyes sparkled, but she maintained her professionalism. "Of course, Mr. Alexander. What can I assist you with?"

Alexander lingered, engaging her in conversation, probing for vulnerabilities. But Amelia remained poised, politely deflecting his flirtations.

As he left the bank, Alexander realized: "This won't be easy. Amelia's not a one-night stand kind of girl. Need to change tactics."

Alexander strode out of the bank, determination etched on his face. "Time to bring in the big guns," he thought.

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