10. Temptation

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"Of course, if you take the global market into account, it's even more exciting. The effect of the digital age on worldwide interest rates in the last three years alone..."

Aliya nodded politely as Gregor continued his sermon on banking, drinking in the sight of his toned arms flexing beneath his gray hoodie. But her eyes were inevitably drawn back to his beard, a rough sea of sepia that begged to be combed. She squeezed her fingers once again, but the itch of desire refused to leave them.

"... but the internet has had the greatest effect of all. Think how many more people now have instant access to their accounts! Of course, the next big step..."

Aliya took another sip of punch as she watched Gregor's facial mane move up and down, and the urge became too great to resist. Oh well, she could always apologize later.

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