The next day, Arabella rose early, intending to visit her father before heading to the office. After getting ready, she descended the stairs.
Entering the dining room, she found Mason reading the newspaper.
"Good morning," she greeted softly.
Arabella was still afraid of getting another beating from Mason, but she was relieved that she hadn't been beaten when she got out of Banks's car.
"Arabella Collins," Mason acknowledged, lifting his gaze to the beautiful woman. "Care to tell me what the f**k happened last night?"
"Damon Banks invited me to dinner," she said nervously, "But nothing happened between us."
"I believe you," Mason said. "You would not be foolish enough to betray me... again."
Arabella's heart skipped a beat as Mason's towering figure loomed closer, casting a shadow o
