Mark's POV:
"Your house? Do you live here alone, or with your team or players?" Olivia asked as we walked through the gate. My security man welcomed us.
"I live here alone. My friends have their own places," I said softly, inviting her inside. "Come in."
"Wait, Mark. Why did you bring me here?" Olivia hesitated to follow me into the house. I'd always pictured the day I'd bring her here. She was the first person I'd ever brought to my house; I hadn't even brought my friends. But I hadn't told her that. She didn't know she was special to me.
"I already told you. I want you to be my girlfriend," I said, watching her reaction. She scowled.
"But your Dad paid me off to stay away from you. That's why I left your father's house."
"What?" My eyes widened in shock, and I laughed. "You're joki
