"That was a different thing, Rosa."
"Of course it is!" She chimed. "Getting me there would have guaranteed another business deal, right? So stick to it, Gerald. Stick to doing things for your selfish interest. Concern doesn't look good on you."
That was hurtful. I gritted my teeth and let out a slow breath. "Who says I'm concerned about you?" I ruffled my hair. "The last time you messed up who came running to clean it up? Jealousy? Get over yourself, Rosaline. That will only imply that I'm interested, and I'm telling you right now. I'm not. Get off your high horse and walk. If you're falling in love with a stranger, you might want to hide it better."
Her eyes were red with tears. As if I weren't the one hurt by her, but still, I wanted to pull her into a warm hug and tell her how sorry
