Sophia's POV
Ashley and Ryan stared at me their expressions a mix of shock and confusion.
"Your stepfather is Professor Sinclair?" Ashley finally said her voice incredulous. "And you didn't think to tell us?"
"I didn't think it mattered," I said shrugging. "It's not like we're close."
"Not close?" Ryan raised an eyebrow. "The guy literally sponsors you, pays for your tuition and you live in his house."
"Well I’m there because of my mother," I corrected. "It's different."
"How is it different?"
I opened my mouth to answer but nothing came out because it wasn't different not really. I lived under his roof, ate his food, wore clothes he probably paid for and last night I'd been on my knees for him.
"Sophia?" Ashley's voice was soft. "Are you okay?"
"Fine," I said quickly. "It's just
