Kapitel 17: Chapter Seventeen

His gaze was penetrating and intense, his pupils dilated as he looked at her, waiting for her consent. His jaw tightened, and she could only imagine what that strong body could offer her.

Her breath quickened. The more she looked into his eyes, the harder it became to refuse. After all, he had already made Joey believe they had something between them. So, what did it matter anymore? She could just give in since the game was already over. But after that, could she still maintain a detached relationship with him? Would they still be able to work together?

The thing she wanted most in that moment was revenge on Joey. But the way Ethan looked at her…

She swallowed hard, struggling to pull her gaze away from him. If she didn't, she might not be able to resist him any longer.