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The thought of working for him, of being drawn deeper into his world, was a risk I couldn't afford to take.
The image of him committing that act of violence kept flashing in my mind.
Taking a deep breath, I mustered the courage to respond. "Thank you, Matteo, for the offer," I began, my voice quivering slightly.
"But I've decided that I should decline. I have a job and responsibilities that I need to focus on."
His smile faded, his gaze locking onto mine as if searching for something. "Are you sure about this, Sophia?"
I nodded, trying to maintain a semblance of composure. "Yes, I am."
A heavy silence hung in the air, and I could sense an unspoken tension between us.
Matteo's expression was unreadable as his eyes searched mine.
Just as I thought the conversation was ending, his lips curved into a slight smirk, catching me off guard.
"You know, Sophia, I did a little digging. Your hacking skills are quite impressive."
My heart skipped a beat, and I felt a sudden cold sweat on my brow. How had he found out about that?
Panic surged within me, and I struggled to maintain my composure.
He chuckled softly as if amused by my reaction. "Don't worry. I'm not here to report you to the police or anything like that."
I blinked, my mind racing as I tried to process his words. Was he trying to use this information against me?
He leaned against the doorway, his expression relaxed. "I've been searching for someone with your unique abilities for a while now. Your reputation as a skilled hacker led me to seek you out."
I stared at him, shock and disbelief swirling within me. How could he have possibly known about my hacking past? What else had he uncovered?
"I won't pretend to know all the details of your past, Sophia," Matteo continued, his gaze steady.
"But I do know that your skills are remarkable. That's why I'm extending this offer to you – a chance to put your talents to use legitimately."
My heart raced between the fear of exposure and the allure of a new opportunity.
Despite my reservations, a part of me was intrigued by his proposal.
I hesitated, my mind a whirlwind of conflicting emotions. Leaving my current job and delving into the unknown was both exhilarating and terrifying.
As I stood there, considering Matteo's offer, I couldn't help but reflect on my current job. It wasn't anything special – just another run-of-the-mill position in the corporate world.
On the other hand, I knew how renowned Matteo's technology company was.
It was a well-known player in the industry, pushing the boundaries of innovation and technology.
You see, my skills lie in the realm of technology, particularly in hacking and cybersecurity.
I had always been drawn to the intricacies of computers and networks, and my ability to navigate complex systems had garnered me a reputation among those in the know.
Working in a company aligned with my skills and passion was undeniably appealing.
The thought of contributing to groundbreaking projects and being surrounded by like-minded individuals sent a thrill through me.
I had heard that Matteo's company specializes in developing cutting-edge software solutions for businesses across various sectors.
Their focus on cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and data analytics was right up my alley.
