But… Annabel’s tuition is costly. I’m afraid it will… it will burden you if you don’t subtract it from my salary.”
The moment the words left Gloria’s lips, the air in the room changed.
Lukas went still. Then slowly, his expression darkened.
A low scoff escaped him as he stared at her, eyes sharp and dangerous. “So that’s what you mean, huh?”
Gloria blinked, confused. “W-what?” She didn’t even get the chance to react properly.
Lukas moved fast and in a second, his hand shot out and grabbed her arm. “Ah!” Gloria stumbled forward, losing her balance as he yanked her toward him. Her body collided with his chest, and before she could steady herself, his fingers tangled into her hair, forcing her head up.
Their faces were suddenly too close.
His breath brushed against her skin, hot and f
