Emma’s POV
"Yes, but you didn't tell me the real reason. I heard rumors about a man who keeps following you. Is that true?" He looked at me sharply this time, as if trying to read my mind.
"That's my business, not yours," I said firmly. I wasn't going to let him pry into my personal affairs. Matthew was always like this, wanting to know more than he should.
"You know, Emma, I could make your life harder here if I wanted to. I have the power to do that," he threatened, but I just smiled a little.
"You tried, Matthew, and look where I am now. I'm still here, doing my job well," I replied. I wasn't going to back down just because he tried to scare me.
Matthew looked annoyed by my answer. His face turned red, but he tried to hide his emotions by taking a deep breath.
"Don't be cocky, E
