Chapter 65

20. Finding Lust Again

“Geez, sugar girl, sometimes you joke too much.” Not even a tinge of humor in his expression, he responded, ignoring the way his traitorous shaft was stirring underneath his pants.

Shit, this wasn't the time to be getting aroused.

He needed to hold on to his iron control and look away from the enticement of Bailey's offer.

Or was it an actual offer or a direct request? The thought filtered through his mind as they kept each other's gazes for a while.

With her face scrunching up in irk, she turned away,

“What gave you the right to assume I want it with you? So full of yourself, huh?” She huffed, making to get on her feet when he caught her wrist, trapping her between his knees.

“Hey, stop overreacting. You're getting mad because it feels like I'm turning you down—

“Turning me down?” Bailey cut in, letting out a sharp laugh of mockery.

Glaring at him, she snatched her wrist back.