Julissa thought to herself: living in a big house, catching a ride to and from work with the CEO—how could that not be great?
But if her parents found out…
She shuddered.
“No way! If my parents knew we were living together, my dad would break my legs.”
“He wouldn’t bear to.”
“He totally would! He’s serious!”
Thinking back to her childhood, when her dad would tap her with a small stick whenever she misbehaved, Julissa still trembled.
Even though she was a girl, her parents had never gone easy on her when it came to discipline.
Scott was silent for a moment before saying, “Then move into my apartment. It’s not far from here, and the subway commute to work is very convenient for you.”
Julissa considered it seriously.
She was only staying at her parents' house as a temporary measure
