Chapter 19: Chapter 0019

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<html><head></head><body>I I assure you my relationship with Ethan is over . Im only interested in my job as Matts tutor . I thrive on professionalism , and I promise to remain ethnically loyal , I told him , well aware that I was rambling , but I couldnt help myself . He intimidated me . He stared at me for a heartbeat , making me even more nervous . Rest assured that no lines will ever be crossed , 1 added . istone And what about me ? He asked ; he didnt sound condescending . He had more of a boyish curiosity in his and his gaze was almost soft . My heart skipped a beat , and felt my cheeks heating . No lines will ever be crossed with you as well , I promised him sincerely . Gavin was silent for a moment as he assessed me and then he gave me a short nod I hope you can remember to honor that , he said , almost daring I was about to reply , but the waitress returned with our wine . Gavin then switched the subject to my schedule , and we agreed upon a schedule that worked for us both . Then , he took out the contract and placed it on the table . He stated that the contract was just a formality about employment and salary . Its also stated that you arent to tell anyone who you work for , he continued . Its for safety . Yours and mine . I make all my staff agree to the same terms . I nodded ; it made sense , so I didnt argue . He handed me a pen and after I looked over the contract , I filled in my basic information and signed each line he pointed at Soon after , the waitress returned with our food .noveldrama This looks delicious , I said before taking my first bite of the delicious salad . Gavin got a rare steak with mashed potatoes and roasted veggies . We both ate in silence and gradually sipped on our wine . When I was just about done , I could feel the wine had gone right through me . I need to use the restroom , I told him as I slid out of the booth . Ill be back . He nodded and I took off towards the bathroom , walking by a stunning woman with auburn hair and the most dazzling green eyes I had ever seen . As I walked by her , she brushed her shoulder against mine , making me pause . I briefly wondered if she did that on purpose ; she didnt even apologize ! 1 brushed the thought out of my head though and quickly went to the bathroom . When I returned , I noticed that Gavin was now standing , and his arms were folded across his chest . He was speaking to the woman who bumped me a few minutes ago . She looked upset with him and when I approached , I heard her words clearly . So , this is why you havent called me back ? Because you been with another hussy ?? Thats enough , Daisy , he said , his voice low and threatening . Just answer the question , Gavin . Are you seeing her ? She asked , hurt evident in her tone . Gavins eyes flickered to me as if he could sense that I was nearby . Without answering her , he walked over to me . My eyes grew large as he wrapped an arm around my shoulders and pulled me close . I was immediately entranced by his scent and warmth ; electricity flared across my flesh from his touch , his face Chapter 0019 buried against the nape of my neck . The woman , Daisys , eyes followed him , and she looked utterly pissed . And if I am ? Gavin asked ; I could feel his breath against my cheek and my heart hammered wildly in my chest . Youll soon tire of her , Daisy sneered , folding her arms across her chest . You always do and then you come crawling back to me . How long do you plan on being the third wheel on our date ? Gavin asked . My breath hitched from his words , Daisy scowled . This isnt over , she muttered before giving me a nasty look and storming off . As soon as she was out of sight , Gavin released me . I nearly fell to the ground from how weak my legs were . I could hardly speak as Gavin walked back to the table and resumed his food as if nothing had happened W …what was that ? I stammered breathlessly , hating how weak I sounded . Gavin glanced at me and shrugged a shoulder . That was Daisy , he murmured . Shes a noble Lycan and my late wifes sister . I was stunned by his remark . Oh , I managed to say . My mother has been wanting to pair us together as a second chance for me , he continued . I didnt want to reject her too bluntly . Im sorry for using you like that . My cheeks were still on fire and Im sure he noticed but he didnt mention anything about it . I nodded in reply and said nothing more . We finished our meals and Gavin paid . Gavin had the driver take us back to my house and I thanked him for the meal and the job before I got out of the car and walked to the door . The car remained until I was inside and then I could hear it driving off . I let out a breath I hadnt known I was holding . But the slight relief didnt last long because I could hear my mother speaking to someone in the living room . The minute I reached the entryway , my entire body froze when saw who was sitting on the couch , chatting away y with my mother . 2/2 + </body></html>